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Where to stay in Paris — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks

Paris is the capital of France and one of the most romantic destinations in the world, a city where the Eiffel Tower rises high beside the Seine river, alongside the Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Champs-Élysées. Visitors stroll past sidewalk cafés and get around easily on the Métro that covers the whole city.

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Why stay in Paris

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The world-famous Eiffel Tower

Take in the view of Paris from the 330-meter Eiffel Tower, especially at night when it sparkles every hour.

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World-class museums

See the Mona Lisa at the Louvre and Impressionist works at the Musée d'Orsay, legendary museums.

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Fashion capital

Shop luxury brands on the Champs-Élysées and in Le Marais, a center of world fashion.

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Food and cafés

Sip coffee at a sidewalk café with a croissant and savor Michelin-level French cuisine.

Pick an area first — where to stay in Paris

Location is the single most important thing about a hotel — choose the right area first, then pick the hotel

Ranked reviews — find your ideal stay in Paris

Start with where to stay (the heart of the trip), then explore food and sights

Local dishes to try in Paris

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    Croissant

    A buttery pastry, crisp outside and soft inside, paired with morning coffee Paris-style.

    📍 Citywide
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    Baguette

    The genuine crusty French bread, a staple in every Paris home.

    📍 Bakeries citywide
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    Escargots

    Snails baked in garlic-and-parsley butter, a classic French dish.

    📍 Bistros
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    Cheese and wine

    A variety of French cheeses served with red wine in a cozy bistro.

    📍 Citywide
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    Macarons

    Colorful meringue cookies filled with cream, a famous Paris treat.

    📍 Le Marais
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    Eiffel Tower

    The iron tower that symbolizes Paris and France; you can ride up to three levels for the view.

    📍 7th arrondissement
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    Louvre Museum

    The world's largest museum, home to the Mona Lisa and the glass pyramid.

    📍 1st arrondissement
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    Notre-Dame de Paris

    The famous Gothic cathedral on the Seine, restored and reopened after the fire.

    📍 Île de la Cité
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    Arc de Triomphe

    The triumphal arch at the center of the Étoile roundabout at the end of the Champs-Élysées; you can climb it for the view.

    📍 Champs-Élysées
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    Sacré-Cœur

    The white-domed church on the Montmartre hill, a viewpoint over Paris and the artists' quarter.

    📍 Montmartre
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    Musée d'Orsay

    A museum set in a former railway station, gathering world-class Impressionist works.

    📍 7th arrondissement

Things to do in Paris

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★ TEAM'S TOP PICKS

3 Paris hotels our team picked for you

Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison

Shangri-La Paris★ 9.4Luxury

Shangri-La Paris

📍 Paris⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#1 best Eiffel Tower view · 9.4/10

From~$914/night
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Hôtel Barrière Le Fouquet's★ 9.2Luxury

Hôtel Barrière Le Fouquet's

📍 Paris⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#1 grandest stay · palace on the Champs-Elysees corner

From~$657/night
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Disneyland Hotel (Paris)★ 9.2Luxury

Disneyland Hotel (Paris)

📍 Paris⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#1 flagship · straddles the park gate · closest to the castle

From~$886/night
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Hotel Le Walt

★ 9.0⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Paris

#8 best-value 4-star · 9/10 near the Eiffel Tower

~$97/night
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citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon

★ 8.9⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Paris

#1 design hotel · rooftop with Seine views

~$131/night
#6

Hotel de Vigny

★ 8.8⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Paris

#7 Five-star boutique · Nina Campbell design, 200 m from George V

~$257/night
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Hotel La Comtesse

★ 8.8⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Paris

#2 boutique with Eiffel views · 4-star

~$251/night
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Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel

★ 8.7⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Paris

#4 5-star near Trocadero · Gustave Eiffel wrought-iron railings

~$343/night
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Disney's Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel

★ 8.7⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Paris

#2 full-building Marvel theme · meet Spider-Man · 4-star

~$529/night
#10

Vestay Champs-Élysées

★ 8.6⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Paris

#5 Suite with balcony · Haussmann self-check-in, scores 8.6

~$229/night

🚆 Getting around Paris

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Métro

A network of 16 lines covers the whole city, with frequent stations and low fares.

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RER trains

Express suburban trains link the airports and the Palace of Versailles.

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Walk along the Seine

In the central districts you can comfortably walk past the highlights along the river.

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Vélib' bikes

A public bike-share system with docks all over town; you can ride along the river.

Where to go next near Paris

Frequently asked — where to stay in Paris

When is the best time to visit Paris?+

April to June and September to October have nice weather, with flowers in bloom and smaller crowds than in summer.

Should you buy Eiffel Tower tickets in advance?+

You should book online ahead, especially in summer, because the on-site queues are very long and top-level tickets sell out fast.

How many days are enough for Paris?+

3-4 days is just right for the main sights, with time to spare for a day trip to the Palace of Versailles.

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