With a rich history as a 19th-century bathhouse and then a popular nightclub teeming with stars in the '70s and '80s, Les Bains reopened as a luxury boutique hotel in 2015. Situated in the Marais -- close to restaurants, bars, several top attractions, and four metro stations -- the hip property features atmospheric, design-forward interiors that include a moody lounge complete with chinoiserie stained glass windows, and a chic restaurant and bar. Staying true to its heritage, the hotel is home to a club (note that noise can be an issue), but a lack of spa facilities are a disappointment and the indoor pool is small. The 39 guest rooms are stylishly clad in soft hues, luxe materials, and modern comforts, while their bathrooms come complete with Le Labo toiletries, plush robes, and rainfall showers. Travelers might want to compare with the Pavillon de la Reine, also in the Marais, which has a full spa and fitness room, but it lacks an on-site restaurant.
With a rich history as a 19th-century bathhouse and then a popular nightclub teeming with stars in the '70s and '80s, Les Bains reopened as a luxury boutique hotel in 2015. Situated in the Marais -- close to restaurants, bars, several top attractions, and four metro stations -- the hip property features atmospheric, design-forward interiors that include a moody lounge complete with chinoiserie stained glass windows, and a chic restaurant and bar. Staying true to its heritage, the hotel is home to a club (note that noise can be an issue), but a lack of spa facilities are a disappointment and the indoor pool is small. The 39 guest rooms are stylishly clad in soft hues, luxe materials, and modern comforts, while their bathrooms come complete with Le Labo toiletries, plush robes, and rainfall showers. Travelers might want to compare with the Pavillon de la Reine, also in the Marais, which has a full spa and fitness room, but it lacks an on-site restaurant.
Seven Hotel Paris is a one-of-a-kind, intimate boutique in the Latin Quarter of Paris. Romantic rooms have science fiction-like details such as floating beds, LED fiber-optic lights, and windows that blur with a touch of a button -- though less than private showers may be a deal breaker for some. There's a (charged) breakfast buffet that receives good reviews and an on-site bar, but not many other features. Wi-Fi is free. Compare prices at Hotel Pas de Calais for a more convenient location (it's within walking distance of the Notre Dame Cathedral), but you'll lose the cool vibe found at Seven Hotel.
Seven Hotel Paris is a one-of-a-kind, intimate boutique in the Latin Quarter of Paris. Romantic rooms have science fiction-like details such as floating beds, LED fiber-optic lights, and windows that blur with a touch of a button -- though less than private showers may be a deal breaker for some. There's a (charged) breakfast buffet that receives good reviews and an on-site bar, but not many other features. Wi-Fi is free. Compare prices at Hotel Pas de Calais for a more convenient location (it's within walking distance of the Notre Dame Cathedral), but you'll lose the cool vibe found at Seven Hotel.
The Hotel Beaumarchais is a hostel-style property -- without the bunk beds -- located near the historic Le Marais district. This colorful hotel is decorated in bright shades of pink, yellow, and red. Basic rooms have flat-screen TVs and plastic furniture. Although the bedding isn't luxurious, different room configurations are on offer, including single and triple rooms. Bathrooms are equally funky and offer shower/tub combos. The quirky breakfast room has outdoor seating and serves all-day breakfast, and 24-hour room service is available. While budget travelers might be drawn to this property for its location and price, there have been some complaints about cleanliness and heating issues.
The Hotel Beaumarchais is a hostel-style property -- without the bunk beds -- located near the historic Le Marais district. This colorful hotel is decorated in bright shades of pink, yellow, and red. Basic rooms have flat-screen TVs and plastic furniture. Although the bedding isn't luxurious, different room configurations are on offer, including single and triple rooms. Bathrooms are equally funky and offer shower/tub combos. The quirky breakfast room has outdoor seating and serves all-day breakfast, and 24-hour room service is available. While budget travelers might be drawn to this property for its location and price, there have been some complaints about cleanliness and heating issues.
Situated in a neat 17th-century building centrally located in Paris' 6th Arrondissement, the mid-range Hotel Dauphine Saint Germain offers a little dose of classic Parisian charm. Flowering ivy trickles down from wrought-iron ledges on the windows, and its 30 rooms are individually decorated in homey, classic French decor -- expect antique sconces and matching toile or floral wallpaper and drapery. Space is limited (as is standard for Parisian hotels), but bathrooms are sizable, and affordable rates including free Wi-Fi. On the downside, this boutique property lacks a full restaurant -- though a bar and breakfast service are on hand -- or a gym or business center. Those who prefer more features should try the Holiday Inn Paris-St. Germain Des Pres, though it lacks this property's old-fashioned charm.
Situated in a neat 17th-century building centrally located in Paris' 6th Arrondissement, the mid-range Hotel Dauphine Saint Germain offers a little dose of classic Parisian charm. Flowering ivy trickles down from wrought-iron ledges on the windows, and its 30 rooms are individually decorated in homey, classic French decor -- expect antique sconces and matching toile or floral wallpaper and drapery. Space is limited (as is standard for Parisian hotels), but bathrooms are sizable, and affordable rates including free Wi-Fi. On the downside, this boutique property lacks a full restaurant -- though a bar and breakfast service are on hand -- or a gym or business center. Those who prefer more features should try the Holiday Inn Paris-St. Germain Des Pres, though it lacks this property's old-fashioned charm.
The 42-room Louison Hotel was built in 1856, and its facade has a stately and austere appearance. The inside, however, mixes historical appeal (crown moldings, statuesque busts, lantern pendant lighting) with modern comforts and conveniences (flat-screen TVs, contemporary decor, free Wi-Fi). Although rooms are on the small side (fairly standard in Paris), they feel larger thanks to big windows and mirrored closet doors. The bathrooms are narrow, however, and some rooms feature twin beds pushed close together. A quaint dining area features a daily breakfast menu (at cost), and the location in the chic, artsy Saint-Germain des Pres area near several metro stations makes this a great hub from which to explore the city.
The 42-room Louison Hotel was built in 1856, and its facade has a stately and austere appearance. The inside, however, mixes historical appeal (crown moldings, statuesque busts, lantern pendant lighting) with modern comforts and conveniences (flat-screen TVs, contemporary decor, free Wi-Fi). Although rooms are on the small side (fairly standard in Paris), they feel larger thanks to big windows and mirrored closet doors. The bathrooms are narrow, however, and some rooms feature twin beds pushed close together. A quaint dining area features a daily breakfast menu (at cost), and the location in the chic, artsy Saint-Germain des Pres area near several metro stations makes this a great hub from which to explore the city.
The mid-range, 77-room Mercure Paris Tour Eiffel Grenelle is in Paris’ 15th Arrondissement, a 15-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower. Plain, chain-style rooms have air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms, but are outdated and worn, and some pick up noise from the metro. An on-site bar plus a sauna in the fitness center are offered in addition to free Wi-Fi. Indoor parking and breakfast cost extra, and there is no on-site restaurant. Travelers looking for a more modern hotel should consider the Hotel Baltimore Paris, with its renowned on-site restaurant and contemporary decor, though rates are slightly higher.
The mid-range, 77-room Mercure Paris Tour Eiffel Grenelle is in Paris’ 15th Arrondissement, a 15-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower. Plain, chain-style rooms have air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms, but are outdated and worn, and some pick up noise from the metro. An on-site bar plus a sauna in the fitness center are offered in addition to free Wi-Fi. Indoor parking and breakfast cost extra, and there is no on-site restaurant. Travelers looking for a more modern hotel should consider the Hotel Baltimore Paris, with its renowned on-site restaurant and contemporary decor, though rates are slightly higher.
Situated in a former bank building, the 91-room Hotel Banke is an elegant luxury property conveniently located in the heart of Paris' Opera District, close to several attractions and well serviced by public transportation. The hotel features a beautiful lobby and a stylish restaurant and bar. Entry-level rooms are chic, with wood floors, minibars, and marble bathrooms, though they can be small. Suites offer more space and some have added features like original marble fireplaces, large baths, and custom-made furnishings. The hotel has a fitness area, but it's tiny and equipped with only a couple of machines, and though Wi-Fi is free, some guests complain that it's slow. Travelers could also consider the Castille Paris, a luxury option slightly closer to major attractions (two blocks from Tuileries Gardens), but decor is more subdued.
Situated in a former bank building, the 91-room Hotel Banke is an elegant luxury property conveniently located in the heart of Paris' Opera District, close to several attractions and well serviced by public transportation. The hotel features a beautiful lobby and a stylish restaurant and bar. Entry-level rooms are chic, with wood floors, minibars, and marble bathrooms, though they can be small. Suites offer more space and some have added features like original marble fireplaces, large baths, and custom-made furnishings. The hotel has a fitness area, but it's tiny and equipped with only a couple of machines, and though Wi-Fi is free, some guests complain that it's slow. Travelers could also consider the Castille Paris, a luxury option slightly closer to major attractions (two blocks from Tuileries Gardens), but decor is more subdued.
Hotel Pershing Hall is located in the heart of the Golden Triangle. This beautiful 18th century building is home to the trendy Restaurant Pershing and a popular lounge. An indoor courtyard with retractable roof and vertical garden is a highlight here, along with a small fitness center and spa. While there are some great freebies -- including breakfast, Wi-Fi, and bottled water -- rooms at the lower floors experience significant noise from the bar and lounge downstairs. Rooms are stylish and sleek, and bathrooms have walk-in showers (some have soaking tubs), but some guests complain that the price point is high for the quality of rooms and service.
Hotel Pershing Hall is located in the heart of the Golden Triangle. This beautiful 18th century building is home to the trendy Restaurant Pershing and a popular lounge. An indoor courtyard with retractable roof and vertical garden is a highlight here, along with a small fitness center and spa. While there are some great freebies -- including breakfast, Wi-Fi, and bottled water -- rooms at the lower floors experience significant noise from the bar and lounge downstairs. Rooms are stylish and sleek, and bathrooms have walk-in showers (some have soaking tubs), but some guests complain that the price point is high for the quality of rooms and service.
The seven-room, mid-range La Maison Saint Germain offers charming apartments in the heart of Paris. While it does have an excellent location in the Latin Quarter, with multiple major attractions reachable on foot in 15 minutes, this property doesn't offer much in the way of on-site features. There's no restaurant, bar, or business center, and the staff only mans reception during daytime hours. For meals, guests are expected make use of their units, which have kitchenettes or full kitchens. And some have antique furnishings, terraces, and washing machines. A few of the apartments on the high floors even have Eiffel Tower views. But the terri-cotta floors and some of the old-fashioned furniture are less delightful. A better option could be the Hotel Lutetia, which has equally excellent views plus restaurants, a bar, spa, and even a cigar lounge.
The seven-room, mid-range La Maison Saint Germain offers charming apartments in the heart of Paris. While it does have an excellent location in the Latin Quarter, with multiple major attractions reachable on foot in 15 minutes, this property doesn't offer much in the way of on-site features. There's no restaurant, bar, or business center, and the staff only mans reception during daytime hours. For meals, guests are expected make use of their units, which have kitchenettes or full kitchens. And some have antique furnishings, terraces, and washing machines. A few of the apartments on the high floors even have Eiffel Tower views. But the terri-cotta floors and some of the old-fashioned furniture are less delightful. A better option could be the Hotel Lutetia, which has equally excellent views plus restaurants, a bar, spa, and even a cigar lounge.
Le Relais Madeleine is a mid-range, 23-room hotel in the 9th Arrondissement of Paris, near the Opera Garnier and close to the famous department stores Printemps and Galeries Lafayette. Rooms have dated decor but decent tech features, including Bose Soundlink speakers. On-site amenities are limited, and though the hotel serves a continental breakfast for a fee, there's no restaurant, gym, or meeting facilities. That said, the hotel does offer loaner iPads, a public computer, and free Wi-Fi. For a more stylish option, travelers could consider the Hotel des 3 Poussins, offering a more modern take on a boutique property and a few rooms with terraces as well.
Le Relais Madeleine is a mid-range, 23-room hotel in the 9th Arrondissement of Paris, near the Opera Garnier and close to the famous department stores Printemps and Galeries Lafayette. Rooms have dated decor but decent tech features, including Bose Soundlink speakers. On-site amenities are limited, and though the hotel serves a continental breakfast for a fee, there's no restaurant, gym, or meeting facilities. That said, the hotel does offer loaner iPads, a public computer, and free Wi-Fi. For a more stylish option, travelers could consider the Hotel des 3 Poussins, offering a more modern take on a boutique property and a few rooms with terraces as well.