The Best Neighborhoods and Hotels for Every Type of Traveler: Where to Stay in Paris

Paris, the City of Light, is a destination that offers something for every traveler. From the romantic streets of Montmartre to the luxurious boutiques of the Champs-Élysées and the artistic charm of Le Marais, Paris has a neighborhood to match every mood and style. Whether you’re a first-time visitor, a seasoned explorer, or traveling with family, this guide will help you uncover the best neighborhoods and hotels to make your Paris stay unforgettable.

Know Before You Go

Take the metro

Paris is sprawling, so while it’s easy (and gorgeous) to wander around individual neighborhoods, you should plan to use the metro to visit landmarks, museums, or restaurants that are further from your hotel. The metro is fast, efficient, and easy to navigate: physical tickets are being phased out, so plan to pick up a one-tap Navigo pass. Single rides cost 1.73 euros, while unlimited daily and weekly passes are also available online or at ticket offices in most stations.

Taxis are also readily available, while rideshare apps like Uber and Bolt typically offer a cheaper alternative.

Choose the right neighborhood based on your planned activities

Every neighborhood in Paris offers its own distinct appeal, and will shape the way you see the city. If you’re visiting for the first time, you may want to base yourself in the 1st or 8th arrondissement, which will put you within walking distance of top tourist attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysees, and the Louvre. For a central stay with a more local feel, look to properties in the 4th, where you can explore the boutiques, museums, and wine bars of the Marais, while Notre-Dame, the Seine, and the Louvre are only a quick walk away. Those in search of Old World Paris should head to the Left Bank, where iconic cafés, churches, and monuments are steeped in history.

Brush up on your French

It’s always polite to learn a few basic words in the local language before you travel, and in Paris, that effort will go a long way. While most people have at least a foundational level of English, particularly in the hospitality industry, using a few French words is a sign of respect. Greet people in shops and restaurants with bonjour and thank them with merci.

How We Chose These Hotels

T+L contributor Sophie Dodd is fluent in French and has studied, lived in, and worked remotely from Paris for long stretches over the past 12 years. She has stayed at and reviewed dozens of hotels all around the city. She considered over 70 hotels while curating this list, narrowing it down to properties with superb location, design, history, and a reputation for excellent service. She also considered luxury amenities such as fitness and wellness centers, fine dining options, rooftop or garden spaces, and more.

Where To Stay in the 1st Arrondissement

During Paris Fashion Week, it’s not unlikely that you’ll catch a glimpse of Anna Wintour herself strutting across Place Vendôme, which is home to the city’s most high-end jewelers as well as the ultra-luxe Ritz Paris. Before you head down rue Saint-Honoré, it’s best to familiarize yourself with the French term for window shopping: “lèche-vitrine” – which translates directly as “window licking” – and is something I’ve been tempted to do many a time while drooling over Hermés displays.

Cheval Blanc

Imagine waking up in the coziest, cloudlike bed to the smell of fresh croissants and a lavish room service spread that you’ll fantasize about for years to come. You bite into a croissant and cross your palatial suite (complete with a hammam shower and walk-in closet) to your very own sunroom, where you gaze upon the Pont Neuf from floor-to-ceiling windows as the mirrored walls reflect a dozen versions of yourself achieving Nirvana. This was my experience of Cheval Blanc, the extraordinary LVMH-helmed property and It List 2022 winner that straddles the 1st and 4th arrondissements, and I hope it’s yours as well.

T+L readers voted this 72-room marvel one of the top five best hotels in Paris, and it’s easy to see why. Located in the historic La Samaritaine department store, it takes all of the usual luxury trappings like high-end gastronomic restaurants (Plénitude earned three Michelin stars in a matter of months), an elegant spa (it’s Dior, and the lap pool is divine), and thoughtful personalized service (our butler ran us a bubble bath while we were at dinner) — to soaring and delightfully surprising new heights.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: La Samaritaine, the Louvre, the Tuileries Garden
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $1,896 per night

Hotel Madame Rêve

If anyone can make a post office chic, it’s the French — and that’s exactly what the team behind Hotel Madame Rêve has done, elevating the former Grande Poste de Paris to luxury digs that landed on our 2022 It List. It’s ideally located for art lovers, with the Louvre, the Pinault Collection, and the Pompidou all within easy walking distance.

Walking through the block-long corridor to my room — which smelled heavenly, thanks to the hotel’s signature fragrance — I felt like I’d stepped into a secret Parisian labyrinth, which ultimately led to a room overlooking the Gothic Saint-Eustache Church. The views are postcard worthy, and luckily the stationary is, too — there’s even a beautifully-equipped writing desk to send it from.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: The Louvre, Jardin du Palais-Royal, Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $340 per night

Ritz Paris

Simply put, this is the most sumptuous stay in Paris. (T+L readers couldn’t agree more, voting it one of the top hotels in our World’s Best Awards every year since its reopening in 2016). My very first step inside — onto a carpet plusher than my bed at home — transported me to a bygone Paris. This was the watering hole of Coco Chanel (whose former apartment will set you back a cool 40,000 euros per night), writers like Marcel Proust (who observed the swanky clientele from his now-eponymous tea room) and Ernest Hemingway, whose dark and moody namesake bar serves up one of the most famous martinis in the world. While steeped in history (The Ritz Paris was the first hotel in the world to have electricity on every floor), the hotel manages to keep things fresh, like with their new Michelin-star restaurant, Espadon, which is helmed by the hotel’s first female Executive Chef, Eugénie Béziat.

Our airy suite felt a world away, opulently appointed with a marble fireplace and tasseled drapes. Two ornate columns separated the salon from the bedroom, opening onto twin wrought-iron balconies that provided the most picturesque petit-déjeuner backdrop I’ve ever seen. (If you’re staying multiple nights, you must order the elaborate room service breakfast at least once, to be eaten in your peach-colored robe like the royal you may have been in another life.) I could have spent an eternity ogling the gilded swan taps in the bathroom, but instead I dipped down to the spa’s 16-meter pool, where classical music plays underwater (yes, really). If I ever had one last night in Paris (and an unlimited budget), this hotel would be my swan song.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Place Vendome, Palais Garnier, Tuileries Garden
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $1,329 per night

Where To Stay in the 2nd Arrondissement

Bordering on the verdant Bois de Boulogne, this chic and residential neighborhood to the far west of Paris is as removed from the city’s bustling boulevards as you can get without crossing over into the swanky suburb of nearby Neuilly. It’s home to some of the wealthiest families in the city, with elegant townhouses stretching down wide avenues that offer a quieter glimpse of daily life in the city.

Saint James Paris

It’s hard to believe you’re still in Paris as you pull up to the Saint James, a 2023 It List winner and château-hotel — the only one of its kind in the city — that seems plucked from the verdant countryside. Tucked behind an iron-gated driveway just a few blocks from the sprawling Bois de Boulogne (and the iconic Louis Vuitton Foundation), the 19th-century neoclassical mansion looks like a royal residence. Inside, a magnificent carpeted staircase leads to superbly designed rooms and suites (courtesy of famed French interior designer Laura Gonzalez) that look out over the surrounding gardens and Eden-like courtyard bar. Our two-story suite featured fabric wallpaper, elegant patterns, burlwood framed prints and a museum-worthy bedroom mural.

We heard more French than English in the cozy, wood-paneled Library Bar, where members of the Saint James Club gather for coffee and drinks throughout the day. Despite its regal appearance, the Saint James is never fussy — it’s warm and intimate, inviting you to make yourself at home.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Fondation Louis Vuitton, Bois de Boulogne, Eiffel Tower
• Loyalty Programs: Saint James Club Paris
• Rates: Starting at $672 per night

Hotel Brach

“Surreal” is a fitting descriptor of my stay at the Brach, where visionary designer Philippe Starck drew inspiration from Dada and the Surrealists to create a one-of-a-kind cultural and sensory experience. Rosewood walls, a heavenly perfume, and Miró-style prints decorate the arched lobby, where a black-and-white ceiling mural mirrors the carpet below. Each of the 59 rooms is a revelation, with music playing softly from the built-in speakers as you take in the towering ceilings, shelves full of Asian and African art and curios, bathtubs bathed in natural light, and a mini bar that doubles as a drool-worthy concept store. The suites are a sight to behold, with leafy terraces that boast Eiffel Tower views, or even a private jacuzzi.

On the rooftop, an urban garden and hen house offer a bucolic escape from the city — yet you can still take in the splendor of the skyline with 360-degree views from the Norwegian bath.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Place du Trocadero, Eiffel Tower, Bois de Boulogne
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $455 per night

Where To Stay in the 3rd Arrondissement

While Paris is generally a wonderfully welcoming destination for the LGBTQ+ community, the 4th arrondissement is notably the epicenter of gay nightlife. Gay bars, clubs, and even restaurants (like TATA Burger, where their trademark burger is shaped rather suggestively) abound in this area, where the pride parade ends in an epic dance party every June.

The area is also home to the city’s formerly expansive Jewish quarter, which still features several kosher restaurants.

Le Grand Mazarin

Just up the block from Hôtel de Ville, I found myself starring in my very own Wes Anderson film. Staff clad in concord-grape uniforms ushered me into the exquisitely maximalist, Martin Brudnizki-designed wonderland that makes up this 61-room property, where I sipped a perfect espresso in the lobby before being led to one of the rooms that had been seducing me via Instagram since the hotel opened in late 2023. Inside, I was delighted by the solid wood corridor leading to a yellow-tiled bathroom and the pièce de résistance, a spectacular tapestry hanging above the plush bed.

Our windows opened out onto the bustling street below, where shoppers ducked into the neighboring BHV department store. I’d have been happy to stay cocooned in there all day, if it weren’t for the dreamy turquoise swimming pool and its Jean Cocteau-inspired ceiling mural beckoning a few floors below. We rounded out our stay with dinner at the bustling chef’s counter at Boubalé, the hotel’s Eastern European restaurant where the final spoonful of salted chocolate mousse is not to be missed, no matter how full you think you are.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: The BHV, Hotel de Ville, Picasso Museum, Le Centre Pompidou
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $484 per night

SO/ Paris

You’d never guess what joyful extravagance awaits you from the residential-looking facade of SO/ Paris, one of the city’s trendiest new addresses that’s perfectly located between the Marais, Bastille, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Striking columns seem to go on forever in the orange mirrored lobby, where I was offered a reviving welcome smoothie by energetic staff members who I immediately wanted to befriend.

The hotel is youthful and vibrant, with colorful rooms that look out over the Seine and the Eiffel Tower. Artwork studded throughout the property and a luminous rooftop installation create a sense of moving through a gallery space, which culminates in panoramic views over the city from the ultra-hip Bonnie, the rooftop terrace featuring a restaurant, bar, and club.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Arc de Triomphe, Parc Monceau, Eiffel Tower
• Loyalty Programs: Accor Live Limitless
• Rates: Starting at $393 per night

Hôtel du Jeu de Paume

17th-century wood beams and original stonework are at the heart of this former jeu de paume (essentially a tennis court), where 30 rooms are done up in sleek, contemporary style. Most of them look out over the inner courtyard, which provides a leafy oasis in warmer months. If you’re bringing the family along or are simply looking for more space, you’ll be thrilled with their luxurious two- and three-bedroom suites. Just be sure to say bonjour to Lemon, the house dog.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Notre-Dame, Shakespeare & Co., Panthéon
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $262 per night

Where To Stay in the 4th Arrondissement

This neighborhood, known as the upper-Marais, is full of so many charming surprises around every corner that it’s nearly impossible not to fall in love — at the very least, with the city itself. Leafy secret gardens like Square Georges Cain or Square Saint-Gilles du Grand Veneur are perfect hideaways where you can stop and smell the roses (literally), or steal a kiss before ducking into the 17th century mansion that’s now home to the Picasso Museum.

For hidden speakeasies, Old-World food markets and perfect pastries, look to our neighborhood guide to the Marais.

Cour des Vosges

It would be hard to overstate the number of times I’ve walked past this chic address without realizing it, including over the two days I stayed there. It’s discreetly tucked away in an arcade of the leafy Place des Vosges, Paris’ most picturesque square — which I’d never had the pleasure of witnessing from above, until I found myself with a postcard view of it from the bedside window of my charming attic room.

Of all the hotels I’ve loved in Paris, this is perhaps the most like what I’d want my dream pied-à-terre to look like: exposed wooden beams, topped with a French library of first-editions and rare books, alongside a low-slung blue velvet couch and a bar cart where never-empty crystal carafes of whiskey and other spirits welcome me home each night. There’s no bar or restaurant on sight, although the concierge would gladly help secure you a reservation anywhere you’d like — it’s part of what makes this such an astoundingly private place to base yourself, right in the heart of the Marais.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Place des Vosges, Picasso Museum, Musée Carnavalet
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $489 per night

Sinner

Red-lit and sultry, Sinner lives up to its provocative reputation. It’s a hotel of decadence and defiance, with a confessional booth full of Marquise de Sade novels and a candlelit crypt that functions as a cheeky concept store just opposite the reception desk.

At night, pink fog creates a hazy atmosphere in the cocktail lounge, where a nightcap is all but necessary before retiring to your ecclesiastical-inspired bedchambers. It’s an undeniably amorous hotel, with lantern-lined hallways and stained glass arches leading the way to wood-paneled rooms with plush pink carpets and personal libraries. Skip the dining room breakfast and order room service instead, before descending to the subterranean candlelit roman bath for a dip.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Picasso Museum, Centre Pompidou, Musée Carnavalet
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $470 per night

Where To Stay in the 5th Arrondissement

The Champs-Élysées is the fashionable thoroughfare of the ritzy 8th arrondissement, which is home to a significant portion of the city’s most classic and glamorous hotels. Nearly all boast suites to accommodate the whole family and tapped-in concierges who can help craft a kid-friendly itinerary for your trip. Here, wide, paved boulevards make it easier to navigate with a stroller or toddler, unlike in the narrow, cobbled side streets of the Marais. Nearby Parc Monceau is a dreamy spot to wander solo or with little ones, while the easily accessible Métro Line 1 makes it convenient to move across the city in record time.

Four Seasons Hotel George V

Approaching the stately marble reception desk of this iconic Art Deco property just off the Champs-Élysées, I knew I’d stepped into a version of Paris that I’ve always romanticized — one where you’re greeted with a bouquet of fresh flowers and a box of exquisite chocolates as you enter your room (which might even have a view of the Eiffel Tower).

The hotel — a World’s Best Awards winner in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024) has long been a mainstay for well-heeled business travelers and families alike, offering luxuriously-appointed rooms and sprawling suites decorated with French antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. Parents can tap the concierge to help curate kid-friendly itineraries; I saw plenty of children sipping chocolat chaud and happily playing on their iPads as the adults chatted over Champagne. The spa, however, appeared to be kid-free, and offered a tranquil place to steam, swim, and shower ahead of dinner.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, Grand Palais
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $1,900 per night

Hotel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel

Even if you don’t stay at Hotel de Crillon (which would be a mistake, if you’re after hyper-personalized service in a five-star hotel that will cater to your every need), a visit to their dazzling Bar Les Ambassadeurs should be required on any trip to Paris. The gilded bar and its mesmerizing ceiling mural were my first stop upon arrival, after which I checked into my residential-style room and spent a good 5 minutes cooing over the souvenir-worthy toiletries from Officine Universelle Buly 1803. A dip down to the gold-tiled pool and the in-house patisserie capped off the afternoon.

While most hotels in the 8th arrondissement are tucked further up along the Champs-Élysées, this landmark — a World’s Best Awards winner in 2024 — overlooks the Place de la Concorde, offering views of the Eiffel Tower as soon as you step outside.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, L’Orangerie
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $2,131 per night

Hotel Norman

My first impression of the Hotel Norman was that I wanted to own every piece of furniture in sight. Velvet green couches, sculpture-like wooden bar stools, and red leather sling-back chairs practically begged me to sit down at the lobby bar and order a martini. The new ‘60s-inspired hotel takes its decor cues from American artist Norman Ives, and bold prints are a throughline in each of the 37 rooms and suites (several of which are adjoining, while corner suites offer spacious terraces).

Just a block away from the Champs-Élysées, it feels incredibly trendy and design-forward (and notably, more budget-friendly) compared to the classic Grand Dame hotels of the area — plus, it boasts a delightful Thai restaurant.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Parc Monceau, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe
• Loyalty Programs: Small Luxury Hotels of the World
• Rates: Starting at $428 per night

Château des Fleurs

A block away from the Champs-Élysees, this charming new Belle Époque-inspired hotel and 2024 It List winner inspires instant joie de vivre. Red velvet lounges and tasseled armchairs create a cozy ambiance in the warmly-lit lobby, which features a marble bar at its center that’s ideal for starting or ending your night. Each of the 37 rooms and suites feature textured wood paneling and vintage red-and-white tiled bathrooms, with two-floor suites providing ample room for families seeking a bit of peace and quiet.

The gym, while small, is among the sexiest I’ve ever seen, with wood-accented equipment and a brown leather punching bag. I was rather more tempted by the vaulted hot tub, where I soaked in between rendez-vous on a snowy winter day. Given the attractive price point, this is also a wonderful option for solo travelers or couples looking to base themselves around Paris’ Golden Triangle.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Eiffel Tower, Rodin Museum, Arc de Triomphe
• Loyalty Programs: Small Luxury Hotels of the World
• Rates: Starting at $351 per night

Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris

Among the chicest luxury hotels in Paris, Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris boasts an unrivaled art pedigree. While it’s a stone’s throw from world-class museums like the Palais de Tokyo, it’s also home to Art District, its own in-house gallery featuring rotating exhibitions by contemporary artists, as well as La Librairie des Arts, a treasure trove of drool-worthy coffee table books and limited-edition collectibles. The property’s art concierge is also on hand to help curate cultural excursions, although you’ll be tempted to stay in to make the most of the hotel’s fabulous amenities — namely a Clarins spa, a lavish pool and hammam, a private movie theater, and a Michelin-star restaurant by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa.

The entire hotel was redesigned by Philippe Starck in 2010, with glamorous mirrored bathrooms, ‘40s- and ‘50s-inspired suites drenched in natural light, and warm wood paneling. In the evenings, the property is a hotspot for artists, fashion folk, and the general jet set crowd, who gather to sip excellent martinis over nightly performances in Le Bar Long.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Arc de Triomphe, Parc Monceau, Eiffel Tower
• Loyalty Programs: Accor Live Limitless
• Rates: Starting at $1,165 per night

Where To Stay in the 6th Arrondissement

Canal Saint-Martin is lined with natural wine bars, specialty coffee shops, and ice cream pop-ups that draw block-long lines in the summer. In warmer weather, it’s the best picnic spot in the city to settle in with a bottle of wine and a still-warm baguette. Grab a drink and a mouthwatering Spanish-style tortilla at Chambre Noire, eavesdrop on French locals at Chez Prune, or stop in for a nightcap at Cavalier. While there’s plenty to keep you here, it’s also just a quick Metro ride away from Belleville or the Marais, where you can find even more bars, cafés, and clubs.

Hotel Providence Paris

With just 18 rooms, this eclectic boutique hotel offers an intimate and sophisticated home base set a few blocks back from the canal. Maximalists will adore the tapestry-style wall coverings and matching bedspreads, plus stylish additions like tasseled lampshades and crown molding. In the Deluxe rooms, you’ll find record players and custom cocktail bars, so you can set the mood as you sip on an apéritif from your charming private balcony.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Canal Saint Martin, Place de la République, Le Centre Pompidou
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $197 per night

Hotel Grand Amour

You’ll know you’ve arrived at the artsy sister property of Hotel Amour (in the 9th arrondissement) when you’ve spotted the kitschy neon sign out front. Inside, each floor has a unique decor theme, with some rooms featuring built-in libraries, bathtubs in the bedroom, and pink marble bathrooms. A buzzy terrace restaurant and vibey listening bar add to the property’s undeniable charm. Plus, it’s right in front of one of my favorite natural wine shops in the city, Rerenga Wines, where you can pick up a new bottle to try out along the canal.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Canal Saint Martin, Place de la République, Gare du Nord
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $127 per night

Le Citizen

Perched right on the canal, this eco-friendly hotel offers unbeatable views over the bustling waterway and is a superbly convenient place to base yourself for exploring the city on foot. Scandinavian-style rooms are outfitted with blonde wood walls, tiled bathrooms, and subtle blue-and-green accents that play off the colors of the water. Plan a trip with the whole family or get together a few friends to take advantage of their six-person suite.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Canal Saint Martin, Parc des Buttes Chaumont, Parc de Belleville
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $141 per night

Where To Stay in the 7th Arrondissement

Saint-Germain paints a postcard-perfect vision of Paris, with Haussmanian buildings giving way to pedestrian passageways, gallery-lined streets, storied cafés like Les Deux Magots, Café de Flore, and more. It’s an upscale and relaxed area to base yourself in for an unforgettable first visit, as it has a true neighborhood feel (stop by Marché Raspail, where locals pick up fresh produce every Sunday morning, to see what I mean). From here, it’s easy to reach major landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and more by metro, while the Louvre and Tuileries are within walking distance.

Hotel Lutetia

I lived around the corner from this iconic Left Bank landmark while it was undergoing years-long renovations, and jumped at the chance to spend a weekend there shortly after its reopening. 176 guest rooms and suites, as well as eight signature suites, make up this sprawling Art Nouveau property, which sits just around the corner from the fabulous Le Bon Marché department store. Hardwood floors and sleek, modern decor welcomed us in our spacious junior suite, where we could look out over the classic balcony at the bustling intersection below.

The Akasha Spa is truly a sanctuary, with marble columns and golden porthole lights illuminating the lengthy lap pool. It earned the title of France’s Best Hotel Spa 2023 in the World Spa Awards, and it’s easy to see why when you alternate between the marble hammam, circular hot tub, and relaxing lounge chairs. The property, which is the only Palace hotel on the Left Bank, is part of The Set Collection, which offers unique loyalty incentives.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Le Bon Marché, The Louvre, Notre Dame
• Loyalty Programs: The Set Discovery
• Rates: Starting at $1,900 per night

Relais Christine

This refined Relais & Chateaux property is designed to feel like a private residence, thanks to interior designer Laura Gonzalez’s elegant touch. The 48 rooms and suites at this 2024 World’s Best Awards winner channel a distinctly Left Bank sensibility, with cozy velvet throws, Toile de Jouy wallpaper, classic canopy beds, and posh Carrara marble bathrooms. After a long day of exploring the city, you can relax at the tranquil Guerlain Spa located beneath the 13th century stone vaults.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: Notre Dame, the Seine, the Louvre
• Loyalty Programs: None
• Rates: Starting at $565 per night

L’Hotel

Opulence is the name of the game at this bohemian hideaway where Oscar Wilde spent his final years, and famous faces including Princess Grace and Salvador Dali have passed through as well. Each of the 20 rooms are sumptuously outfitted with luscious velvet curtains, textured wallpaper, and glamorous accessories that give each space its own aesthetic. Downstairs, you can relax in the private underground hammam pool and steam room by candlelight.

The Details:

• Accessibility: Wheelchair access and facilities available
• Nearby Attractions: The Seine, Notre-Dame, The Louvre, The Luxembourg Gardens
• Loyalty Programs: Get Curious
• Rates: Starting at $335 per night