15 Best places to stay in Paris

A designer boutique bolthole that’s perfectly positioned for the stylish, gay-friendly Marais district and Centre Pompidou.

A grand, historic boutique hotel, set in a 17th-century St-Germain townhouse, offers both history and a brilliant, contemporary Left Bank location.

Smack bang in the museum-filled Marais, this ivy-clad hotel with a spa and restaurant is a romantic spot for couples.

This tranquil hotel has a gorgeous garden and delightful, old-fashioned charm, in the heart of Paris.

A hip, Haussmann-style hotel is a fab base for anyone looking to mix sightseeing with shopping and nightlife. Uber-central, close to the Louvre, and with a brasserie and bars worth staying in for.

This lovely, classic hotel puts you within walking distance of Paris’ major sights, perfect for first-time visitors.

In a perfect Louvre-adjacent location, this witty, original boutique hotel pays homage to Parisian style.

Close to all the sights, this gorgeous, literary-themed hotel with a pool, rum bar and restaurant hits the spot for couples and small groups.

Seriously grand but pleasingly unstuffy, the queen of Paris’ palace hotels has a regal setting overlooking the Jardin des Tuileries.

A legendary Paris grande dame hotel and altar to old-school opulence, at the historical heart of the city.