Acfrantzen

We have never traveled to Paris or Europe . Could use some suggestions on areas to stay ? Boutique hotels? Traveling in August.

Mathieu

Since we know nothing at all about you or what you like or not, I suggest you do a google search for 'Boutique Hotels in Paris'. Also google 'Attractions in Paris'. You'll find a lot of info for both searches. Go through it all, and once you see anything that appeals to you, come back here and post about them with questions and we'll be in a better position to advise you further.

nytraveler

To be helpful:

1) how many and who is "we"

2) what is your nightly budget (a specific amount, not "moderate" or "won't break the bank" which mean very different things to different people)

3) how long will you be there?

halfapair

We stayed at the Hotel Relais Bosquet:
http://www.hotel-relaisbosquet-paris.com/?lang=en

It's near the Eiffel Tower, if you'd like to stay in that neighborhood. It has a/c which you will want in summer. And it has great exterior blinds you can close so if you need to take a nap you can darken the room. Check out the Rick Steves Paris book to see if the free breakfast offer is still in effect - that can save you a pretty penny.

There's a boulangerie & grocery store on the same block, so you can get wine & baked goodies for snacking.

There are several very good restaurants within walking distance. And when my husband became ill they arranged for a private doctor to see him at the hotel. (DH ended up with an ambulance ride to the ER).

Andrew

Time to buy a good guidebook. I recommend Rick Steves. After you've read up a little on Paris, you might have an idea of which areas you might want to stay in - then you can ask people to compare staying in two or three different areas that sound interesting to you.

denisea

I would choose a hotel in Paris that has good access to the Metro and/or bus lines. It makes a huge difference!

Southam

Since you are here anyhow, why not start here?:
http://www.fodors.com/world/europe/france/paris/