The best hotels in Paris have a knack for creating iconic moments on screen and in real life. From Carrie Bradshaw walking onto the balcony of the swanky Hôtel Plaza Athénée to squeal at the Eiffel Tower, to Wes Anderson’s short film “Hôtel Chevalier,” Parisian hotels have always had a distinguishable character that makes you feel like you’re on the set of a movie.
We’ve compiled a list of the best Paris hotels for every kind of traveler—from swanky Haussmannian hotels to eco-friendly contemporary spaces, charming boutique hotels, funky and dynamic spaces, family-friendly accommodations, and even affordable Paris hotels for those looking to travel on a budget.
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The Best Hotels in Paris
1. L’Hôtel
L’Hôtel is undeniably one of the best hotels in Paris, and one of the most quintessential luxury hotels on the Left Bank. And this landmark hotel has the history to show it. In fact, it was the world’s first boutique hotel. In 1828, it was built on the former site of La Reine Margot’s Pavillon d’Amour (Pavilion of Love). The building became Hotel d’Allemagne in 1868, and then Hotel d’Alsace after the war in 1870. The 19th century saw one of its most notable hotel guests when Oscar Wilde moved there, making it famous as the place where the writer died. (His alleged famous last words were, “My wallpaper and I are fighting a duel to the death. One or the other of us has to go.”) But famous guests continued to flock to this boutique hotel—like Salvador Dali, Princess Grace, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Jim Morrison, and Serge Gainsbourg. With only 20 rooms, L’Hôtel now holds the reputation of being one of the most glamorously charming small luxury hotels in Paris, with its chic bar and Wilde’s Lounge, where live music events are often held. There’s even a private subterranean hammam and indoor swimming pool. The hotel’s rooms are like time capsules of the Romantic Era in Paris, outfitted with detailed drapery, and exquisite furnishing and design details. Lucky guests might have the chance to stay in the Oscar Wilde Suite or L’Appartment, the largest 45 square meter apartment, with a terrace overlooking the city’s rooftops and the Saint Germain-des Prés bell tower.
- Address: 13 rue des Beaux-Arts, 75006 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €545 per night
- Reservations: Book directly via A Curious Group of Hotels or through Booking.com
- Policies: Pet-friendly (small dogs accepted on request). Children welcome. Baby cots available upon request.
2. Hôtel HOY
Hôtel HOY is a contemporary boutique hotel in Paris’s 9th arrondissement that approaches hospitality through the lens of well-being, sustainability, and conscious living. Located on iconic rue des Martyrs, the hotel takes its name from the Spanish word for “today,” reflecting its focus on presence and modern rituals. HOY houses 22 rooms designed as calm, cocoon-like spaces that combine feng shui principles with classic Parisian architectural details such as parquet floors and crown moldings. The hotel intentionally removes traditional distractions, replacing televisions in some rooms with stretching bars or yoga hammocks, while emphasizing natural materials, organic paints, hand-painted walls, and custom artisan objects throughout. Sustainability is central to the experience, from zero-paper policies and reusable water bottles to filtered Eau de Paris purified with Japanese binchotan charcoal, organic linens, and French-made natural beauty products. Beyond the rooms, HOY functions as a holistic urban hub, anchored by Mesa, a fully plant-based restaurant with Latin American influences led by artistic director Sabrina Goldin in collaboration with British vegan chef Lauren Lovatt, alongside a natural wine list, house-made kombucha, and seasonal dishes designed to support both energy and nutrition. The hotel also features a florist, La Floreria, conceived with Japanese influences by artist Chiaki Kokami, as well as a large yoga studio hosting daily classes, workshops, and community events. Founded by Franco-Mexican hotelier Charlotte Gomez de Orozco, HOY has become one of the coolest places in town.
- Address: 68 rue des Martyrs, 75009 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €207 per night
- Reservations: Book directly via hoyparis.com
- Policies: Pet-friendly on request. Children welcome.
3. Hôtel Caron de Beaumarchais
Located in the heart of Le Marais, directly across from the Left Bank and within walking distance of the Notre Dame cathedral, the charming guest-house style Hôtel Caron de Beaumarchais offers effortless Parisian style in a relatively cheap hotel. In fact, it’s often hard to score a room here, with its prices starting at €160 if you book far enough in advance. Located inside what seems like a storefront on the ground floor, this hotel was actually inspired by the theatre. Its ground-floor lobby and overall façade resemble a stage, featuring a tableau of an antique pianoforte, harp, and card table in the floral parlor, all the French classics. This design is translated into cozy accommodations with toile linen and an 18th-century design style. This is an ideal quaint boutique hotel right in the middle of central Paris.
- Address: 12 rue Vieille-du-Temple, 75004 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €160 per night
- Reservations: Book directly via hotelcaron.com or through Booking.com
- Policies: Children welcome.
4. Hôtel Massé
Hotel Massé is part of a new generation of Parisian design hotels. Located in the 9th arrondissement, Massé blends contemporary minimalism with a distinctly Parisian sense of proportion, creating interiors that are calm, tactile, and intentionally understated. Natural materials, warm woods, soft lighting, and restrained architectural lines define the rooms, which prioritize comfort. The atmosphere is urban but relaxed, attracting travelers who want design without rigidity, and luxury without formality. Cited as a Vogue-approved address, Hotel Massé has quickly earned a reputation as one of the capital’s more discreetly cozy places to stay—appealing to creatives, editors, and travelers who value thoughtful design.
- Address: 3 rue de Trévise, 75009 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €140 per night
- Reservations: Book directly via hotelmasse.com or through Booking.com
- Policies: Children welcome. Pet-friendly on request.
5. Brach Paris
There are Eiffel Tower views galore at the 16e arrondissement Brach Paris. Designed by the hotel architecture mastermind Philippe Starck, this five-star hotel was envisioned as an immersive experience created to inspire visitors discovering the French capital, while integrating seamlessly into the upscale neighborhood of the 16e. Undeniably one of the best hotels in Paris, its spaces can be defined as sensual, minimal, and eclectic, with stylish rooms that are quintessentially Parisian. This luxury hotel attracts a dynamic, chic crowd with its uninterrupted views of the Eiffel Tower.
- Address: 1–7 rue Jean Richepin, 75016 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €570 per night
- Reservations: Book directly via brachparis.com or through Booking.com
- Policies: Children welcome. Pet-friendly on request.
6. Hôtel Balzac
Hôtel Balzac is an elegant Parisian venue that has long attracted fashion week insiders. Located just off the Champs-Élysées, the hotel is deliberately removed from the frenzy. During Paris Fashion Week, it’s common to find editors, buyers, stylists, and designers crossing paths in the lobby—drawn by the hotel’s privacy, centrality, and understated mood rather than any performative sense of luxury. Named after Honoré de Balzac, who lived nearby during his final years, the property carries a subtle intellectual and cultural undertone that resonates with fashion’s quieter power players. Interiors are warm and intimate, favoring classic Parisian proportions, soft lighting, and plush textures over trend-driven design. Rooms function as true retreats between shows: calm, soundproofed, and designed for rest, fittings, and late-night recaps.
- Address: 6 Rue Balzac, 75008 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €513 per night
- Reservations: Book directly via the hotel or through Booking.com
- Policies: Children welcome. Pet-friendly on request.
7. Eden Lodge Hotel
Eco-luxury is one of the main travel trends this year, and Eden Lodge Hotel checks all the boxes. Located in Paris’s hip 11e arrondissement, it joins a patchwork of countless restaurants, bars, stores, galleries, and hotels in Paris, run by young creatives as well as longstanding local institutions. This contemporary hotel is set in a tree-lined 500m² garden. Eden Lodge exhibits eco-conscious hospitality, and the entire hotel features cutting-edge ecological innovations. Its rooms are minimalist with a Nordic flair, but most importantly, spacious. In fact, the entire property feels as if it is outside the French capital, with its lush nature and tranquil environment paired with visionary architecture. Hotel rooms start at €228, with options for 4-person suites with separate guest rooms. It is one of the best hotels in Paris for traveling with kids or larger groups.
- Address: 175 rue de Charonne, 75011 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €228 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Eden Lodge Paris or via Booking.com
- Policies: Adults-only hotel. Not pet-friendly.
8. Hotel Experimental Marais
Experimental Marais is the reimagined evolution of what was once Sinner Paris, retaining its provocative spirit while sharpening its cultural and design-driven edge. Set in the center of the Marais, the hotel speaks to travelers who gravitate toward boutique properties with personality—places that feel intentional and a little subversive. The mood remains dark and immersive, but with a more polished confidence that aligns with Experimental Group’s signature approach to hospitality. Interiors lean into sensuality and storytelling, with layered textures, low lighting, and spaces that feel closer to an art installation. The former Crypt still anchors the experience, operating as a candlelit cabinet of curiosities that blurs the line between bar, ritual space, and social scene. Rooms feel deliberately cinematic, styled like contemporary galleries. Downstairs, the Roman bath–inspired spa offers contrast and release, while the bar remains a destination in its own right—ideal for an excellent aperitif before dinner or a nightcap that stretches well into after hours.
- Address: 116 Rue du Temple, 75003 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €344 per night
- Reservations: Book directly via Experimental Marais or through Booking.com
- Policies: Adults-oriented boutique hotel. Pet-friendly on request.
9. Le Vert Galant
Le Vert Galant is one of the best hotels in Paris for travelers on a budget. Located opposite a park in the 13e arrondissement within walking distance of the Latin Quarter on the Left Bank, it resides in the Gobelins district near the Place d’Italie, Butte aux Cailles, and rue Mouffetard. This family-owned boutique hotel has a mere 15 rooms and serves breakfast downstairs at their restaurant (which has been open for 57 years). One of Paris’s best cheap hotels, it is also known to have been frequented by Victor Hugo and Jean de Beranger. The rooms at Le Vert Galant are quaint and cozy and give the feeling of staying at someone’s French country home. Speaking of, Le Vert Galant is privy to a stunning garden filled with flowering terraces, both on the façade and the courtyard garden. An array of lounge chairs invites guests to unwind from their city adventure and breathe in the fresh air of the countryside (without ever leaving central Paris).
- Address: 43 Rue de Croulebarbe, 75013 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €82 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Le Vert Galant or via Booking.com
- Policies: Budget-friendly, no-frills hotel. Best suited for solo travelers seeking a simple, well-located base near the Latin Quarter and the Left Bank.
10. Off Paris Seine
The Seine is getting plenty of attention lately, with the pompiers making it a swimmable river and all. And whether you want to take a dip is up to you, but we prefer to stay on the Seine at a place with its own swimming pool. Moored at the foot of the Austerlitz station in Paris’s Left Bank, OFF Paris Seine is the first Paris hotel built on the river in the city. It offers a true urban adventure in a contemporary setting with a visionary ethos. Ultra-modern design is packed into 54 rooms, offering the best hospitality in a utilitarian fashion. The docked location also features a terrace bar and dining room that invites guests to relax or toast with friends on one of its large, convivial tables as they order an array of Italian delicacies. This luxury hotel takes picnicking on the Seine to a whole other level!
- Address: Port de la Gare, 75013 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €166 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with OFF Paris Seine or via Booking.com
- Policies: Pet-friendly on request. Adult-oriented atmosphere.
11. Hôtel Lutetia
The popularity of grand luxury hotels has recently been traded for smaller boutique hotels that can offer much more on a bespoke and personalized level. But Hôtel Lutetia is one of the few institutions in Paris forging a sleek rebellion on the Left Bank. It is unequivocally the epitome of everything a Paris hotel is expected to have, in a central location with easy access to the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Latin Quarter. And it’s priced accordingly, with rooms starting at around €1,560 per night — totally worth it for a special occasion. Everything inside the Lutetia is grand; it is run by Mandarin Oriental, after all. The hotel features almost every amenity possible, with an array of haute cuisine dining room options and the fabulous Bar Josephine on the hotel’s ground floor.
- Address: 45 Boulevard Raspail, 75006 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €1560 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hôtel Lutetia or via Booking.com
- Policies: Family-friendly. Pet-friendly on request.
12. Hôtel du Sentier
Sunkissed on the Place du Caire in the 2e arrondissement, Hôtel du Sentier is a stylish addition to this neighborhood outfitted in light colors and an elegant disposition. Located in central Paris, this space feels more like a relaxed corner of the South of France. At this luxury hotel, all the rooms are one-of-a-king. Some are loft-like, with an open bathtub standing between the bed and the window. This Paris hotel also has adjoining rooms for friends and families, including an option of additional day beds for children. If guests feel adventurous, there’s even a hut to stay in. The Hôtel du Sentier’s central location and great WiFi (not always a given in France) make it one of the best Paris hotels for working travelers.
- Address: 35 Rue du Sentier, 75002 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €255 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hôtel du Sentier or via Booking.com
- Policies: Pet-friendly on request.
13. Hôtel Particulier Montmartre
Hôtel Particulier Montmartre is perhaps one of the most romantic hotels in Paris. Tucked away on its own private hill, this boutique hotel feels like a secret garden. Honeymoon plans, anyone? With just five suites (with romantic names like Les Folies du Ciel), Hôtel Particulier is the perfect place to feel at home in an intimate Paris hotel. Its rooms are each outfitted with leopard print wallpaper and wine-colored accent marks and chandeliers, the sexy interior hidden behind a formal garden. And the hotel’s sophisticated cocktail bar is perfect for a date night.
- Address: 23 Avenue Junot, 75018 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €750 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hôtel Particulier Montmartre or via Booking.com
- Policies: Adults-oriented boutique hotel. Pet-friendly on request.
14. NOLINSKI Paris
Luxury hotels in Paris, like Nolinski Paris, offer a chance to stay in the City of Lights while enjoying a classy vibe. Within walking distance of the Comédie Française and the Louvre, Nolinski prides itself on private apartments with exclusivity. The rooms of this luxury hotel are decked out like a high-end contemporary apartment. At the center of the property is a small atrium featuring a cloudy mural swirling up the stairs. The restaurant and the cocktail bar, too, continue this Art Deco style while simultaneously hosting excellent F&B offerings. The cocktail bar is like a secret library/meeting room with an intimate atmosphere.
- Address: 16 Rue de Castiglione, 75001 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €570 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Nolinski Paris or through major booking platforms
- Policies: Adults-oriented luxury hotel. Pet-friendly on request.
15. Cour des Vosges
Cour des Vosges offers a different expression of Parisian luxury. Set directly on the Place des Vosges, the city’s oldest planned square, the hotel occupies a 17th-century townhouse and feels closer to a private residence. With just a handful of rooms, the experience is intentionally hushed, appealing to travelers who value discretion and history. Interiors favor restraint and depth: soft palettes, noble materials, and subtle historical references that never tip into nostalgia. Rooms feel serene and deeply personal, designed for lingering rather than passing through. Downstairs, the tea room acts as a calm social anchor, drawing both guests and locals for quiet mornings or unhurried afternoons. The appeal lies in waking up inside one of the city’s most storied squares and experiencing Paris from within its architectural core, at a slower, more deliberate pace.
- Address: 19 Place des Vosges, 75004 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €570 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Cour des Vosges or via Booking.com
- Policies: Adults-oriented boutique hotel. Pet-friendly on request.
16. Hôtel Saint-Louis en l’Isle
Hôtel de l’Île Saint-Louis is the kind of Paris hotel that feels like Paris should. Set on the Île Saint-Louis, the city’s most residential and quietly romantic island, it offers a pared-back, almost monastic calm that stands in contrast to the surrounding Left and Right Banks. The building dates back to the 17th century, and while the interiors are simple, they retain a sense of timelessness that feels increasingly rare in Paris—stone walls, exposed beams, and rooms that prioritize stillness over styling. This is a hotel for travelers who value location and atmosphere over amenities. Days unfold slowly here: morning walks along the Seine, afternoons lost between bookshops and cafés, evenings crossing bridges back into the city proper. Staying here feels less like checking into a hotel and more like borrowing a Parisian address, if only for a few nights.
- Address: 2 rue Saint-Louis en l’Île, 75004 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €190 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hôtel de l’Île Saint-Louis or via Booking.com
- Policies: Adults-oriented atmosphere. Not pet-friendly.
17. Hôtel Regina Louvre
Hôtel Regina Louvre is a classic Parisian grand hotel with an address that does most of the talking. Overlooking the Tuileries Garden and steps from the Louvre, the hotel channels old-world elegance, with high ceilings and period details. It’s formal but comfortable, appealing to travelers who want tradition, space, and one of the city’s most privileged locations. They also offer a lovely afternoon tea.
- Address: 2 Place des Pyramides, 75001 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €500 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hôtel Regina Louvre
- Policies: Family-friendly. Pet-friendly on request.
18. Hôtel Pilgrim
Hôtel Pilgrim is a modern, quietly stylish address in the Latin Quarter that feels thoughtful and local. Set between the Seine and the Panthéon, the hotel balances contemporary design with a sense of calm that suits the neighborhood—clean lines, warm materials, and rooms designed to be genuinely restorative after a day in the city. It’s understated, functional in the best way, and appealing to travelers who want something current without losing Parisian context.
- Address: 11 Rue de Poissy, 75005 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €239 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hotel Pilgrim
- Policies: Family-friendly. Pet-friendly on request. Features include a spa with a pool and sauna.
19. Hôtel Rochechouart
Hôtel Rochechouart is a stylish boutique hotel that feels both Parisian and personal. Tucked in the Grands Boulevards/Notre-Dame-de-Lorette quarter, it pairs clean, contemporary design with tactile materials and rooms that prioritize calm and comfort over flash. It’s the kind of place that suits travelers who want thoughtful style and a great location without the noise of more tourist-heavy districts.
- Address: 13 Rue de Rochechouart, 75009 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €334 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hôtel Rochechouart
- Policies: Family-friendly. Pet-friendly on request.
20. Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s Paris
Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s Paris is the rare Champs-Élysées hotel that actually makes sense to stay in. If you have to be on this stretch of Paris, this is the address. Tied to the legendary brasserie below, Fouquet’s carries real cultural weight—cinema, fashion, politics—without feeling stuck in ceremony. The interiors lean classic but not stiff, and the rooms are surprisingly calm for such a visible location, offering a genuine retreat from the boulevard’s constant motion. It’s an institution that still feels relevant, where power lunches, fashion week dinners, and late nights blur naturally into one another. You’re steps from Avenue Montaigne, surrounded by the city’s most overt luxury, yet the hotel itself feels insulated, confident, and self-possessed. If you’re staying on the Champs-Élysées, this is the one that delivers Paris at its finest.
- Address: 46 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris, France
- Rooms start at: €1080 per night
- Reservations: Book directly with Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s Paris
- Policies: Family-friendly. Pet-friendly on request.
Frequently Asked Questions – The Best Hotels in Paris
Which part of Paris is best to stay in?
Neighborhoods like the 1e, 2e, 3e, and 4e arrondissements are great for their central location (and full of luxury hotels), while neighborhoods like Montmartre and the 11e arrondissement are also popular for visitors, particularly those looking for boutique hotels in Paris.
What is the average cost of a hotel in Paris?
The average cost of hotels in Paris is between €150-200.
Angelika Pokovba is a writer and longtime Francophile originally from NYC, now based in Mexico. She’s into food, wine, skincare, and all things French—especially summers in the South and pharmacy finds she stocks up on way too early.
