Beyond a hotel’s ambiance and beauty, its location remains the number one factor for most travelers. And this is especially true in Paris, where each neighborhood has a completely different atmosphere. Our editorial team has therefore selected five of its favorite hotels in the heart of the capital, so you can explore every corner of the city. Welcome to our roundup of the most beautiful Hotels in Central Paris !
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1. Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal, Paris 1st (Palais Royal)
Overlooking the romantic French garden of the Palais Royal, this 5-star hotel This unassuming hotel, located a 3-minute walk from the Louvre Museum, is the 1st arrondissement’s best-kept secret. And while it’s situated in one of the capital’s liveliest neighborhoods, it nevertheless promises absolute peace and quiet, which you can enjoy on your suite’s balcony before strolling among Buren’s columns. Also featuring a spa, a fitness center, a Clefs d’Or concierge service, and a sophisticated brasserie-style restaurant, it’s the ideal base for a romantic weekend in the heart of the City of Light.
The highlight? The breathtaking view of the Paris rooftops from the most beautiful suite, located on the upper floors.
The Terrace
The spa
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2. Hotel La Cour des Vosges, Paris 4 (Marais)
Now let’s head to the 4th arrondissement to discover a luxurious private mansion with the feel of a stately home, housed in a building that has been designated a historic monument since 1954. While it features 12 superb rooms and suites with an intimate and cozy atmosphere, it is, above all, the only hotel with a direct view of the famous Place des Vosges in the Marais.
The highlight? The tea room, where you can savor creations by Yann Brys, the pastry chef at Le Brach. One of the Paris's Most Hidden Hotels.
The Lounge - La Cour des Vosges Hotel
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The bar
3. The Hoxton – Paris 2 (Sentier)
The flagship property of the trendy hotel brand The Hoxton, this former 18th-century Parisian mansion is located just a stone’s throw from the Sentier and the Grands Boulevards in the 2nd arrondissement. A total of 172 rooms are adorned in a neo-vintage style: Formica, industrial light fixtures, and hardwood floors transport guests back to the world of the 1950s.
The highlight? The Rivié neo-brasserie, which serves French dishes with an Asian twist.
The living room
4. Hôtel National des Arts et Métiers – Paris 3 (Sentier)
A true architectural gem, the Hôtel National des Arts et Métiers opened its doors in 2017, between Montorgueil and the Haut-Marais. The building’s seven floors house some 70 rooms where granite, raw steel, and terrazzo blend with perfectly vintage antique furniture. For dining, head to the Ristorante National to enjoy a cicchetteria or some delicious mozzarella di bufala.
The highlight? The hotel’s ultra-exclusive rooftop, accessible only by reservation.
The facade
The Rooftop
5. Hôtel Atmosphères – Paris 5 (Latin Quarter)
As soon as you walk through the door of this intimate boutique hotel, you immediately feel as though you’ve stepped into an art gallery. In fact, the hotel is unique in that it houses a permanent exhibition of Thierry des Ouches“ work dedicated to Paris. The 56 rooms, meanwhile, are organized around six themes that illustrate the capital’s identity: ”By Night,“ ”Urban,“ ”Monuments,” and more…
The best part? The ideal location, right in the heart of the Latin Quarter, just a stone's throw from Notre-Dame, the Panthéon, and the Luxembourg Gardens.
