The Hoxton, Paris is a 172-room upscale boutique hotel with a strong sense of vintage-inspired yet contemporary design and a social-friendly vibe. A network of hangout spaces on the ground floor can even deceive newcomers that they're in the wrong place -- they might think they've stumbled into a edgy coffee shop/coworking space/art gallery populated by locals, rather than a traditional hotel. Rivie, the hotel's all-day restaurant, bar, and lounge, serves every meal and an insanely popular weekend brunch. Rooms feature herringbone oak floors and minimalist-chic decor, as well as amenities like flat-screen TVs, vintage-style radios, and boutique toiletries. For an equally chic sanctuary with more of a grown-up vibe, look into Hotel des Grands Boulevards.

The whimsical, 19-room Hotel Georgette is a charming three-pearl property in the Beaubourg district, an enclave of hip hotels, bars, and shops. There aren't many on-site facilities here, but the hotel does offer breakfast (for an extra fee) that's served in a bright and cheerful dining room, plus there's an honor bar in the lobby, and guests receive free Champagne upon check-in. Individually decorated rooms are colorful and stylish, though small, with trendy decor and modern bathrooms that include rainfall showers sprinkled with LED lights as well as Missoni toiletries. The convenient location is right by a metro station and a short walk to the Centre Pompidou. If the Hotel Georgette is booked, travelers could consider the nearby Les Jardin du Marais, which is far larger.

The 37-room Grand Pigalle Hotel is a stylish design boutique in the trendy neighborhood of South Pigalle (SoPi). Rooms have a sleek gold, green, and gray color scheme, plus amenities like Revo radios, phones with free calls, well-curated minibars, and nightly turndown with free bottled water. The lobby-level Wine & Dine serves chef Giovanni Passerini's seasonal Italian menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as a large wine selection and Experimental Cocktail Club house drinks. Travelers looking for a similarly hip scene in a more central neighborhood could try Pigalle's sister property, Hotel des Grands Boulevards; just know rates there are generally higher.

The 17-room boutique Le Fabe Hotel is modern and stylish, with bold decor and quirky touches that reflect the boho, arty Montparnasse neighborhood outside its doors. Although not located in the city center, there are plenty of interesting things to do and see around the hotel, including many cafes and restaurants that are great for people watching -- and are easy on the budget. The bright, modern rooms have individual flower-motif decor and names, as well as flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and minibars. This memorable property attracts both leisure and business travelers visiting Paris. The nearby Atelier Montparnasse might make a good hotel alternative; it has similar rates, but no sauna.

The mid-range Hotel Augustin - Astotel offers heaps of style and a nice location in the 8th Arrondissement, surrounded by postcard-perfect Haussmann buildings, shops, and restaurants. While the area does lack nightlife, it's relatively quiet and close to loads of public transportation. Its 57 colorful rooms have punchy decor, and a few open onto balconies. Others have faux balconies -- tall windows with wrought-iron railings that feel balcony-esque when flung open. Guests rave about rooms' free minibar drinks, restocked daily. Other edibles on hand include a breakfast spread (usually included in rates) and free snacks set out in the dining room. That said, there's no full restaurant or bar on the premises. But most guests find the Augustin's charm and value more than compensate for any missing features. Travelers could also consider other properties in the Astotel group, like the Hotel Joke.

Holiday Inn Paris-St. Germain Des Pres is a mid-range hotel near several metro stations and within a 10-minute walk of the Montparnasse Tower and the Luxembourg Gardens. Flat-screen TVs, free coffee and tea, and free Wi-Fi come standard in the 134 rooms, and extras like free mineral water, bathrobes, slippers, and sofa beds come with upgrades. A nice feature in all rooms are the double-glazed windows that actually open. Breakfast can be added onto the base rates, and there are two modern flexible meeting rooms. Couples looking for a more romantic vibe could check out Legend Hotel by Elegancia, which has more stylish (but also smaller) rooms with rainfall showers.

The mid-range Acacias Etoile Hotel is a tidy, contemporary boutique property with 36 single and double guest rooms. Like most three-pearl properties in Paris, this one has limited extra features -- there's a nice breakfast room and a small courtyard, but no full-service restaurant or wellness facilities. The hotel does offer some pleasant perks, like evening room service, an honesty bar, and free coffee and tea in the afternoons. Rooms are tiny but tasteful and well-maintained with nice amenities like flat-screen TVs, generously stocked minibars, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. The location is convenient, an easy walk from the metro, RER train, and the Arc de Triomphe. Those seeking a classic look could consider the nearby Hotel Cecilia Arc de Triomphe, though it tends to be pricier. 

The Pullman Paris Bercy is a large upscale hotel located in Bercy, a quiet area away from the hustle and bustle of central Paris, but offering easy access to restaurants, shops, and bars. With 20 fully equipped meeting rooms, a fitness center, and a bar for after-work drinks, this property is clearly geared towards business travelers. But its spacious, contemporary rooms with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, Nespresso machines, and floor-to-ceiling windows; quick, easy access via metro to major Paris attractions; and solid restaurant make it a good pick for tourists as well.

Within walking distance of the Eiffel Tower, the 45-room Le Parisis Paris Tour Eiffel is a mid-range hotel offering considerable value. Its main drawback is its rather charmless location on a busy boulevard by an elevated metro line, but the rooms are soundproofed against street noise, and the majority offer views of the namesake monument. All have contemporary decor, Nespresso machines (even at the starting level), Handy phones for free data, and LED TVs, and hotel rates can include free breakfast. For such a small hotel, there are an impressive number of features, including a fitness room, a sauna, and a glass-roofed lounge where the hot breakfast is served daily. Those wanting to stay near the Eiffel Tower with more attractive immediate surroundings should look into Hotel du Cadran Tour Eiffel or Hotel Muguet, both in the 7th arrondissement, on the other side of Champ de Mars.

The 37-room mid-range Europe Hotel Paris offers bright, small guest units with en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning in Paris’ 15th Arrondissement. The Eiffel Tower is only 15 minutes away by foot, though elevated metro line runs by the hotel’s street-facing windows and the immediate area isn’t particularly scenic. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants here along with immediate metro access, and the posh 7th Arrondissement is just a 10-minute walk north. Guests looking for more amenities like a fitness center may want to try Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur, though rooms will be slightly more expensive.