Amy Adejokun
Section editor
This address is undergoing major changes and is due to open at the end of spring to offer its guests a much less conventional place to stay, with second-hand furniture, parquet flooring and exposed beams.
You can't get much closer to the heart of Paris than the middle of the 1st arrondissement. The Louvre museum, Forum des Halles, Jardin des Tuileries and Avenue de l'Opéra are equally distanced less than a mile away, so it is easy to find your way to these major attractions on foot. Getting to the shops and cafes that have made the name of the pedestrian district of Montorgueil is a similarly straightforward affair.
The rooms will, of course, benefit from the major transformation taking place, but they will not lose their relatively spacious dimensions, and the one up the flight of stairs on the top floor will retain the charm of the mansard roof and exposed beam. There are 27 rooms, and only the bathrooms of the triple rooms have a bathtub. The others must make do with a shower, but remain perfectly functional.
The Louvre Forum is preparing for major renovations. Between February and the end of May, the layout and decor are going to be completely redesigned. The hotel will remain open throughout, however. As part of the changes, the bar's little lounge will see its walls knocked down in favour of a new glass roof. The decor, which is currently very conventional, will feature second-hand furniture to add charm and personality, and bookshelves to match the parquet flooring and exposed beams.
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The Tonic Hôtel stands on a quiet street between the Hôtel de Ville and the Louvre, its historic architecture giving its small, traditionally-furnished guest rooms a real touch of character.
A perfectly decent and very well-located hotel offering reasonable rates, provided there are no trade fairs or conventions on at the time!
Hôtel Louvre Bons Enfants is full of history, and has managed to incorporate modern comforts into its traditional Parisian setting.
Whether your visit concerns business or leisure, this large, functional and stylish hotel could not be better placed in the historical part of the capital.
Ideally located, a stone's throw from the Louvre Museum and the Comédie Française, the Empire Paris is quite a new hotel, with a contemporary style that is impeccable, light and welcoming.
This 4-star establishment is located in a beautiful area of Paris that is both lively and of great historical interest. It boasts highly refined decor with designer touches in the common areas, which all travellers will find pleasing.
A basic and very central hotel with functional but rather charmless guest rooms. The rather tasteful breakfast room is now housed in the former bar area.
Who said that staying in the city's 1st arrondissement was a luxury? Our team went along to try out this little 1* hotel, featured in many guides to Paris, on your behalf.
This is a hotel full of French style in which no copies or reproductions will be tolerated. The Bristol is one of the few luxury hotels in Paris that belongs to a European family (German) rather than one of the great families of Asia or the United Arab Emirates. Stylish, classy and refined, the Bristol holds great importance in the quality and authenticity of its features and materials. Its gourmet restaurant attracts a demanding clientele that is fond of excellent cuisine.
The George V is one of the most prestigious Parisian palaces in the city. You barely have to cross the threshold before realising you are entering a hotel in which luxury, perfection and indulgence are the name of the game. Boasting rooms fit for a princess, impressive lounges and a Michelin-starred restaurant, the George V ticks all the boxes when it comes to satisfying even the most demanding of guests. The interior designer Pierre Yves Rochon oversaw the complete refurbishment of the building in 1997, and has since then continued to make improvements to the decor in the 18th Century style.
The latest Parisian palace to open its doors on 1 August 2014. The French chic and sophistication goes perfectly with the Asian elegance in the magnificent building dating from 1908. This is the Peninsula Group's first hotel to open in France but also in Europe.
The latest Parisian luxury hotel, the Shangri-La will seduce a demanding clientele that will know how to appreciate the richly ornate Empire style of this particular hotel. Nothing more can be said about the lengths taken to find the materials, designs, and other accessories that contribute to recreating the atmosphere of the 19th century, while at the same time offering the comfort and modernity of the 21st century. This extremely shiny and ornate Empire style may scare away some potential guests, however, it is still a real privilege to stay in this residence previously owned by a prince, the great nephew of Napoleon.
It took five Haussmanian buildings to bring the Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme into existence, and it is the first luxury hotel in Paris to be designed in a contemporary fashion. Comfort, style and impeccable service all come together here in a younger, more modern setting.
The Meurice is one of Paris's best addresses. With its contemporary yet quintessentially Parisian décor realised by great names such as Stark and his daughter. The Meurice is an exclusive haunt. the hotel's main restaurant, Le Meurice, is headed by 3 Michelin star Chef Yannick Alléno which is, needless to say, one of the highlights of a stay at the hotel. In a fantastic location right opposite the Jardin des Tuileries, the rooms are tastefully decorated and the service is impeccable.
Inaugurated on 28 February 2012, the W Paris - Opera has finally opened in the City of Light. The Starwood brand linked to fashion and trends thus has its own prestigious establishment in Paris.
Nestled in a 19th century building, the hotel is in a great location. Design and modernity, with a conceptual touch, all come together here. Its designer is in the best position to explain why, since we're not sure it's really clear otherwise, but the W Paris-Opera is centred around the theme The Spark. The establishment thus defines itself as a "spark", creating a fictitious connection between the very first W hotel in New York and its newest sibling in Paris.
At the heart of the Opera district, the W can already rely on its guests who are fans of the brand and hopes that word of mouth will make it the place to be in the area; not just for its rooms but for its restaurant and bar as well.
Confidentiality is the order of the day at this very upmarket establishment, perfect for VIPs looking for a little discretion, and private events are also held here.