Where to stay in Paris: the complete guide to accommodation by neighbourhood and arrondissement

This guide and directory has been designed to help you find the best accommodation options in Paris based on your needs: whether you’re on a business trip to La Défense, visiting with your family near Disneyland® Paris, or enjoying a romantic getaway in Montmartre.

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• 1st arrondissement: the very centre (Louvre, Châtelet)
• 2nd, 3rd, 4th arrondissements: the Marais and Notre-Dame
• 5th arrondissement: Latin Quarter
• 6th arrondissement: Saint-Germain-des-Prés
• 7th arrondissement: Eiffel Tower – Les Invalides
• 8th arrondissement: the Champs-Élysées
• 9th arrondissement: the Opera and the Grands Boulevards
• 10th arrondissement: Canal Saint-Martin and the Gare de l’Est and Gare du Nord
• 11th arrondissement: Bastille and République
• 12th arrondissement: Bercy and the Bois de Vincennes
• 13th arrondissement: the Chinese Quarter and the François Mitterrand National Library
• 14th arrondissement: Montparnasse and Alésia
• 15th arrondissement: Porte de Versailles and Commerce
• 16th arrondissement: Trocadéro and Auteuil
• 17th arrondissement: Les Batignolles and around the Palais des Congrès
• 18th arrondissement: the Montmartre district
• 19th arrondissement: La Villette and the Buttes-Chaumont
• 20th arrondissement: Belleville and Père Lachaise
• Greater Paris: around Disneyland® Paris and Roissy-CDG Airport (Seine-et-Marne - 77)
• Greater Paris: around Versailles (Yvelines - 78)
• Greater Paris: in Essonne (91)
• Greater Paris: around La Défense and Boulogne-Billancourt (Hauts-de-Seine - 92)
• Greater Paris: around Saint-Denis and the Stade de France (Seine-Saint-Denis - 93)
• Greater Paris: around Orly Airport and Vincennes (Val-de-Marne - 94)
• Greater Paris: in Val-d'Oise and around Roissy-CDG Airport (Val-d'Oise - 95)
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🎯1st arrondissement: the very heart of the city (Louvre, Châtelet)

The atmosphere: regal and right in the centre. This is the beating heart of the capital.

• 🏛️Places of interest: Louvre Museum, Tuileries Garden, Rue de Rivoli
• 🗝️Why stay here: everything is within walking distance. Ideal for a first short stay
• 🏨Accommodation: palaces and luxury hotels, a few high-end aparthotels
• 💰 Budget: €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: couples, solo travellers (in a hurry)
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (Châtelet-Les Halles transport hub)

🎯2nd, 3rd and 4th arrondissements: the Marais and Notre-Dame

The atmosphere: historic, trendy and artistic. Medieval streets and designer boutiques.

• 🏛️Places of interest: Place des Vosges, Musée national Picasso-Paris, Notre-Dame Cathedral
• 🗝️Why stay here: for the charm of “old Paris” and the LGBT+ and cultural nightlife
• 🏨Accommodation: boutique hotels, charming rentals
• 💰 Budget: €€ to €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: couples, groups of friends
• 🚇 Accessibility: very good (Lines 1, 4, 11)

🎯5th arrondissement: the Latin Quarter

The atmosphere: student-oriented, intellectual and lively.

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Panthéon, Sorbonne, Jardin des Plantes
• 🗝️ Why stay here: an authentic atmosphere and plenty of small, affordable restaurants
• 🏨 Accommodation: family-run hotels, small guesthouses
• 💰 Budget: €€
• 👤 Recommended for: families, students
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (RER B direct to airports)

🎯 6th arrondissement: Saint-Germain-des-Prés

The atmosphere: elegant, literary and timeless. This is the heart and soul of the Left Bank, where Parisian chic meets the history of the city’s great intellectuals.

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, Luxembourg Gardens, Café de Flore, Les Deux Magots, Place Saint-Sulpice, Pont des Arts
• 🗝️ Why stay here: to wander amongst art galleries and legendary bookshops, and enjoy a unique romantic atmosphere and refined dining options
• 🏨 Accommodation: small luxury hotels in Paris, charming boutique hotels (such as the Hôtel Bel Ami or the Welcome Hotel) and historic establishments
• 💰 Budget: €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: couples, art and culture lovers, travellers seeking refinement
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (lines 4, 10, 12 and close to the RER B at Saint-Michel)

🎯7th arrondissement: Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides

The atmosphere: prestigious, calm and formal.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Eiffel Tower, Musée d'Orsay, Les Invalides
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for the safety and the iconic view of the Eiffel Tower
• 🏨 Accommodation: luxury hotels, upmarket apartments
• 💰 Budget: €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: families (quiet), business travellers
• 🚇 Accessibility: average (Line 8, RER C)

🎯8th arrondissement: Champs-Élysées

The atmosphere: prestigious, luxurious and iconic. This is the heart of Paris’s international influence, where Haussmannian elegance rubs shoulders with the seats of power.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Avenue des Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde, Élysée Palace, Grand Palais
• 🗝️ Why stay here: to experience ‘postcard’ Paris, enjoy luxury shopping and be right next to the city’s greatest monuments
• 🏨 Accommodation: luxury hotels in Paris, historic palaces and high-end private mansions
• 💰 Budget: €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: discerning travellers, luxury lovers, shopping enthusiasts
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (lines 1, 9, 13 and RER A)

🎯9th arrondissement: Opéra and Grands Boulevards

The atmosphere: lively, commercial and cultural. A multifaceted neighbourhood, combining the buzz of the department stores with the bohemian charm of ‘South Pigalle’.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Opéra Garnier, Galeries Lafayette, Printemps Haussmann, Musée Grévin, Théâtre Mogador
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for the wealth of cultural attractions, unforgettable shopping experiences and a vibrant nightlife in the Pigalle area
• 🏨 Accommodation: grand luxury hotels, designer boutique hotels and more affordable options near Gare Saint-Lazare
• 💰 Budget: €€ to €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: culture vultures, shopping enthusiasts, business travellers
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (lines 3, 7, 8, 9, 12 and RER A/E)

🎯10th arrondissement: Canal Saint-Martin, Gare du Nord and Gare de l'Est

The atmosphere: bobo-chic along the canal, cosmopolitan near the stations.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Canal Saint-Martin, Place de la République
• 🗝️ Why stay here: convenient for those arriving on the Eurostar/Thalys and for trendy bars
• 🏨 Accommodation: modern hostels, designer hotels
• 💰 Budget: € to €€
• 👤 Recommended for: solo travellers, groups, business
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (rail hub)

🎯11th arrondissement: Bastille to République

The atmosphere: festive, lively and decidedly trendy. It’s a hotspot for Parisian youth and nightlife enthusiasts.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Place de la Bastille, Opéra Bastille, Rue Oberkampf, Cirque d'Hiver
• 🗝️ Why stay here: to live life at the same pace as the Parisians, and enjoy the countless bars, restaurants and cutting-edge venues such as the Bataclan
• 🏨 Accommodation: designer hotels (such as the Hôtel Fabric), modern hostels and characterful apartments
• 💰 Budget: € to €€
• 👤 Recommended for: young travellers, groups of friends, nightlife enthusiasts
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (lines 1, 5, 8, 9)

🎯12th arrondissement: Bercy and Bois de Vincennes

The atmosphere: quiet, residential and spacious. An excellent balance between urban buzz and green spaces.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Bercy Village, Accor Arena, Gare de Lyon, Coulée Verte, Bois de Vincennes
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for its proximity to Gare de Lyon, the charm of Parc de Bercy and rates that are often lower than in the city centre
• 🏨 Accommodation: major international chains, serviced apartments and boutique hotels near Place de la Nation
• 💰 Budget: €€
• 👤 Recommended for: families, business travellers (Bercy), rail transit
• 🚇 Accessibility: very good (lines 1, 6, 14 and RER A)

🎯13th arrondissement: Chinatown and the BNF

The atmosphere: modern, multicultural and student-oriented. A neighbourhood undergoing a major architectural transformation along the Seine.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Bibliothèque Nationale de France (BNF), Asian Quarter, Butte-aux-Cailles, Street art on Boulevard Vincent Auriol
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for the quirky, village-like atmosphere of Butte-aux-Cailles and the culinary diversity of Chinatown
• 🏨 Accommodation: new and modern hotels, affordable options on the outskirts
• 💰 Budget: € to €€
• 👤 Recommended for: mid-range budget travellers, lovers of modern architecture and Asian cuisine
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (lines 5, 6, 7 and the automated line 14)

🎯 14th arrondissement: Montparnasse and Alésia

The atmosphere: traditional, artistic and friendly. The ‘Left Bank’ vibe with a touch of a Parisian village.

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Montparnasse Tower (under renovation for several years), Paris Catacombs, Fondation Cartier, Montsouris Park
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for the history of the legendary brasseries, the quiet streets around Alésia and easy access via the station
• 🏨 Accommodation: traditional tourist hotels, family-run establishments and charming boutique hotels
• 💰 Budget: €€
• 👤 Recommended for: couples, families, travellers arriving from the west or south-west of France
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (Montparnasse hub, lines 4, 6, 12, 13)

🎯15th arrondissement: Porte de Versailles, Shopping

The atmosphere: residential, family-friendly and bustling with shops.

• 🏛️ Points of interest: Parc des Expositions, Île aux Cygnes
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for the peace and quiet and the proximity to major trade fairs
• 🏨 Accommodation: major hotel chains, aparthotels
• 💰 Budget: €€
• 👤 Recommended for: business, families
• 🚇 Accessibility: good (Lines 6, 8, 12)

🎯 16th arrondissement: Trocadéro and Auteuil

The atmosphere: prestigious, quiet and very residential. It is the epitome of Parisian elegance with its wide Haussmann-style avenues.

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Trocadéro (view of the Eiffel Tower), Palais de Tokyo, Marmottan Monet Museum, Bois de Boulogne, Roland-Garros
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for the security, absolute peace and quiet, and proximity to major museums and green spaces. Ideal for an exclusive stay away from the hustle and bustle
• 🏨 Accommodation: luxury hotels in Paris, renowned palaces such as the Shangri-La Paris, and high-end apartments
• 💰 Budget: €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: families, couples seeking romance, discerning travellers
• 🚇 Accessibility: good (lines 2, 6, 9 and RER C)

🎯 17th arrondissement: Batignolles and the Palais des Congrès

The atmosphere: a dynamic mix, oscillating between the friendly, village-like feel of Batignolles and the institutional chic of Les Ternes.

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Clichy-Batignolles Park, Lévis Market, Palais des Congrès (Porte Maillot), Square des Batignolles
• 🗝️ Why stay here: to enjoy an authentic neighbourhood atmosphere, numerous quality bistros and a strategic location for trade fairs
• 🏨 Accommodation: international chain hotels at Porte Maillot, designer boutique hotels and modern serviced apartments
• 💰 Budget: €€ to €€€
• 👤 Recommended for: families (Batignolles), business travellers (Porte Maillot), young professionals
• 🚇 Accessibility: excellent (lines 1, 2, 3, 13, 14 and RER C)

🎯18th arrondissement: Montmartre

The atmosphere: village-like, bohemian and romantic (on the hill).

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Sacré-Cœur, Place du Tertre
• 🗝️ Why stay here: for the panoramic views and unique artistic atmosphere
• 🏨 Accommodation: small boutique hotels, holiday rentals
• 💰 Budget: € to €€€ (depending on proximity to Sacré-Cœur)
• 👤 Recommended for: couples
• 🚇 Accessibility: moderate (slopes and stairs, Lines 2 and 12)

🎯 19th arrondissement: Villette and Buttes-Chaumont

The atmosphere: green, cultural and family-friendly. It is one of the capital’s green lungs, offering a modern and airy side of Paris.

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Buttes-Chaumont Park, Parc de la Villette, Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, Philharmonie de Paris, Canal de l'Ourcq
• 🗝️ Why stay here: to enjoy the vast green spaces, attend a concert at the Zénith or the Philharmonie, and benefit from very competitive hotel rates. It’s an ideal neighbourhood for getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre whilst remaining perfectly connected
• 🏨 Accommodation: modern, budget-friendly hotels (Ibis Styles, Holiday Inn Express), stylish youth hostels with canal views and family-friendly aparthotels
• 💰 Budget: €
• 👤 Recommended for: families, culture and music lovers, budget travellers
• 🚇 Accessibility: very good (lines 2, 5, 7 and 7bis, Tram T3b)

🎯 20th arrondissement: Belleville and Père Lachaise

The atmosphere: authentic, bohemian and cosmopolitan. A neighbourhood with a village feel that retains its working-class and artistic spirit.

• 🏛️ Places of interest: Père-Lachaise Cemetery, Belleville Park (and its panoramic view), Ménilmontant neighbourhood, artists’ studios
• 🗝️ Why stay here: to discover a less touristy side of Paris, enjoy a vibrant local nightlife, and explore charming, steep streets. It’s the ideal area for those seeking authenticity and cultural diversity
• 🏨 Accommodation: charming independent hotels, establishments with an ‘arty’ vibe (such as the Mama Shelter) and plenty of friendly guesthouse options
• 💰 Budget: €
• 👤 Recommended for: travellers seeking something out of the ordinary, young couples, street art enthusiasts
• 🚇 Accessibility: good (lines 2, 3, 3bis, 9 and 11)

🌍 Greater Paris: options and themes

If you’re looking for a hotel in Greater Paris offering good value for money or with a specific theme, the Île-de-France region has plenty of options:

• 77 - Disneyland® Paris / Roissy: ideal for families and stopovers. Accommodation: Themed hotels, luxury campsites
• 78 - Versailles: to experience life in a château for a weekend
• 91 - Essonne: for a stay in the countryside not far from the capital. Accommodation: Charming gîtes, guesthouses on the edge of the forest and unusual accommodation (tree houses, domes)
• 92 - La Défense: the business district par excellence. Accommodation: Modern skyscraper hotels
• 93 - Saint-Denis: right next to the Stade de France
• 94 - Orly / Vincennes: convenient for the southern airport and green spaces
• 95 - Val-d'Oise / Roissy CDG: the strategic solution for business travellers and international stopovers. Accommodation: Transit hotels (from the Sheraton Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Hotel located directly in Terminal 2 to budget options such as the Première Classe Roissy), conference hotels in Roissy-en-France and charming guesthouses in the French Vexin

📊 Quick guide to places to stay in Paris

💡 5 expert tips for choosing the right accommodation in Paris

1. Book well in advance: to get a hotel in Paris at the best price, book at least 3 months in advance, especially for the period from May to September
2. Check the metro line: in Paris, distance in kilometres matters less than the metro line. Opt for the automated lines (1 and 14) to avoid any inconvenience
3. Be aware of the ‘aircon’: many boutique hotels in older buildings do not have air conditioning. Crucial in July/August!
4. Avoid scams: never book via unsecured platforms. Use reputable comparison sites or the hotel’s official website
5. Check recent reviews: a hotel’s management can change. Look at comments from the last 3 months only

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