593 Best Hotels in France

If you love the quirky and eclectic fashions of Christian Lacroix and don't mind hauling your bags up some steps, this unique boutique hotel overlooking Notre-Dame may be for you. Located up a steep flight of stairs from the busy Latin Quarter, the hotel is a kaleidoscope of colors and fabrics. Carpets are made to resemble cobblestones or wood parquet, while some of the original wooden beams from the 17th-century building are also incorporated into the decor. Book online early for substantial savings.

Film buffs might opt to forego the light of day at MK2 Cinema's hotel, where each of the 36 cozy rooms comes with an overhead projector and giant screen. Chic bathrooms and sleek decor aside, rooms are also equipped with a professional sound system and a PlayStation 5 console. For the full experience, there's popcorn, sundaes, and other movie-night delights delivered to your room (along with more healthy options, like veggie boards and salads from Bob's Juice Bar downstairs). Another option is to head to the rooftop bar for cocktails and outdoor movie screenings.

At the end of a quiet promenade near the water's edge, this former post office turned hotel lies close to Place St-Nicolas and the Citadelle. The rooms are basic, with wood floors and windows you can throw open to catch the breeze. Ask for a room with a sea view. There are also a few much-appreciated extras, such as free Wi-Fi access.

This glamorous Art Deco gem—opened in 1929 as the Paris hotel of choice for Edward, Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII)—is a sleek and refined alternative to the area's more imposing palaces. Handsome rooms offer luxe finishings—rich fabrics, lustrous wood, and elegant marble baths—and all the amenities. Some rooms have balconies and sweeping views of Paris. The hotel's sophisticated atmosphere encompasses restaurant and cocktail bar 19.20, the Cognacthèque, stocked with 52 brands of cognac, and Japanese chef Akira Back's Michelin-starred gastronomic dining room. The luxe Wellness Suite private spa and ample steam room further enhance a definitive five-star experience.

Within walking distance of the port, this inexpensive, family-run hotel might not look like much from the outside, but it is friendly and accommodating. The rooms are large and humbly decorated; half of them have a sea view, while the other half look out over colorful rooftops (and have cheaper rates). 

Montparnasse was the art capital of the world in the 1920s and '30s, and this hotel captures some of that spirit by naming its rooms after artists who lived in the neighborhood during that time while also providing excellent service at hard-to-beat prices. Pay a bit extra for one of the three deluxe corner rooms, which have windows facing the Eiffel Tower. All are soundproofed, but none completely drown out the traffic below.

At the very top of the village, tucked away from the pedestrian-busy streets, sits this small, family-owned hotel with magical views of the countryside. The comfortable rooms are simple, spacious, and quiet. This attractive hotel is also family friendly, with a two-room suite (no extra cost), a tolerant host, and rooms with enough floor space to stave off claustrophobia on a rainy day. Breakfast (an extra cost) is served outside in a pretty courtyard, or in the cozy kitchen nook.

This boutique hotel is in a graceful mansion on a residential backstreet behind the city center and within reasonable walking distance of La Croisette. It's equipped with modern comforts, and its design is a mix of contemporary elements and classic features like a red-carpet entrance and a 1950s Hollywood–style bar. Sea-view rooms overlook a busier street, and although all rooms are soundproofed, for maximum quiet, ask for a room on the backstreet side. 

This small hotel on a quiet cul-de-sac is perfect for travelers—especially those with children—who need a home base where they can kick back, make their own meals, and feel at home. The elegant rooms have molded ceilings, marble mantelpieces, and kitchenettes equipped with small stoves, dorm-size fridges, and sinks. Apartments have space for up to six guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Located steps from the Panthéon, Sorbonne, and Cluny Museum, the hotel is a tranquil and convenient retreat that offers a real Parisian experience. Book online well in advance for substantial savings.

Lovely antiques and tapestries mingle to create a chic contemporary decor with all the modern amenities at this lovely 17th-century manor hotel, a stone's throw from the Lascaux cave and museum. Each of the 16 rooms are unique, but the first-floor deluxe suites, offering giant balconies and river views, are the most popular. Along with a small indoor pool, the spa offers several advanced technologies to melt away body fat and cellulite, if that's your thing. The acclaimed gastronomic restaurant Ro.Bo, helmed by Michelin-starred chef Nick Honeyman, is closed on Sunday and Monday, so if you want to dine in the hotel—a good idea—be sure to book accordingly.

It may not be high luxury, but this welcoming family hotel set in a small village among rolling vineyards about 3 km (2 miles) from Sancerre pretty much checks every other box you can think of for a charming stay. Owned by a ten-generation winemaking family, the attention shown to everything from the impeccably clean and spacious rooms to the top-notch dining in both the bistro and gastronomic restaurant (where you can sample the family wines) demonstrates a deep and abiding connection with the heart and soul of Sancerre. The hotel also offers wine tastings and tours of the family vineyard and picnics.

This beautiful hotel located in a 1929 building at the foot of Montmartre has been returned to its roaring 1920s glory, with everything from the handsome Art Deco–inspired guest rooms (some with Sacré-Coeur–facing balconies) to the dreamy candlelit restaurant and jewel-like Mikado dance hall in the basement recalling a romantic, cosmopolitan Paris. Breathtaking panoramic views of nearby Sacré-Coeur and all of the city from the rooftop bar complete with a tempting list of Jazz-era cocktails (open April to October) only enhance the magic. Contemporary touches include state-of-the-art amenities and a focus on sustainability as well as an excellent oyster bar, Citron et Huitres, that serves fresh oysters and other noshes from the sea with excellent wine pairings.

Besides having one of the town's better restaurants, this alluring stone mansion and its four half-timbered villas' proximity to the famous beach and La Baule's landmark sights make it a top choice for a fun-filled stay. There's old-fashioned charm to spare, but also plenty of contemporary chic in nicely decorated rooms (some with cathedral or ocean views) with spacious bathrooms. Be sure to investigate the hotel's demi-pension offers, with breakfast and dinner included at reasonable rates.

Set back from the port in the heart of the shopping district, this cozy, charming, little hotel offers a warm reception and a homey breakfast-room-cum-bar. Guest rooms are beautifully decked out in homage to various artists—Picasso in red, black, and gilt, for example, with jazzy Cubist curtains or Matisse in gray-backed walls with colorful prints.

An exceptional, adults-only splurge, this hotel is an oasis of elegant calm in the center of bustling Honfleur. The 17th-century building was once home to painter Henri de Saint-Delis; now it offers nine guestrooms, each overlooking an exquisite private garden. Though it does offer (a not cheap) breakfast buffet, meals and spa services are otherwise handled at Ferme Saint Simeon, its sister property. 

"Quaint" is the word that springs to mind at this well-located hotel, bedecked with faux-marble trompe-l'oeil, Renoiresque murals on walls and ceilings, and all those cozy details that remind you of a classic Parisian living room. Wi-Fi is available in each room, about half of which have tiny step-out balconies that give a glimpse of Notre-Dame and the Panthéon. A Montmartre cabaret atmosphere enlivens the breakfast room.

The location on the exceptionally charming Île St-Louis is the real draw of this five-story hotel, which retains many of its original 17th-century stone walls and wooden beams. Tiny balconies on the upper levels have views of the Seine. Corner rooms are brighter and have more spacious bathrooms. Breakfast is served in the vaulted stone cellar. Satellite TV, free Internet, and air-conditioning are welcome amenities. A major plus is the hotel's reasonably priced airport shuttle service—book an airport pickup when you reserve your room.

On the edge of the Old Town overlooking the ramparts and sea, this friendly hotel—housed in a property that was once the home of Napoléon's nanny—offers comfortable rooms that make an ideal base for exploring Ajaccio. Rooms have a simple modern decor, and those on the Golfe d'Ajaccio side get an abundance of morning sunshine—the perfect way to greet the day on the Isle de la Beauté.

The "seven" may refer to the level of heaven you'll find at this boutique hotel, but most likely it means the seven suites, where a team of designers and artists were let loose to riff on themes like Music Lovers, Cinephilia, and Spirituality. These suites break the rules with Plexiglas bathrooms and furnishings, "levitating" beds, and ceilings embedded with fiber-optic lights that make even the smallest rooms seem, well, heavenly. The wine bar has an interesting cocktail selection at night.

Set at one of the Haut Marais's trendiest crossroads, this vintage-theme and jazz-inspired newcomer (its name comes from a tune by guitarist Grant Green) fits perfectly into the beating heart of the neighborhood. You'll feel right at home in the warm and welcoming interiors—highlighting noble materials, plush designer furnishings, and original artworks—from the stylish common areas to the cozy guest quarters. Beautiful jewel colors and lively touches punctuate the spaces, but the overall feeling is a poised tranquillity that feels both relaxing and fun. The coffee shop downstairs has become a neighborhood favorite for its delicious, healthy all-day brunch menu and fine coffees.

This hotel in a traditional 1873 palace overlooking La Pantiéro and the Old Port offers contemporary creature comforts, up-to-date bathrooms, and freshly decorated rooms—small doubles facing the sea are a good choice if you covet a waterfront position but can't afford the grand hotels on La Croisette. Some first-floor rooms have terraces.

Founded in 1734, this eminently comfortable hotel in the center of town is one of the oldest in France and has been run by the same family for five generations (note the Toulouse-Lautrec sketches given to the owner's great-grandfather, a friend of the painter). Modern renovations have brought everything up to speed in terms of comfort. Room 30 has a pleasing view of the garden; pristine white furnishings give it a spacious feel.

This hotel affords spectacular vistas from the top end of the seafront, where the promenade winds around to the port, so it's oh-so worth splurging on a top-floor balcony room for the sight of the turquoise water glittering below. Rooms provide all the modern comforts and have soothing white-and-beige decor with pops of jewel-tone color.

Tucked away on a tiny one-way street between République and Canal St-Martin, Hôtel Taylor offers large rooms (by Parisian standards) at affordable prices in the edgy 10e arrondissement. Contemporary rooms painted in neutral tones are decorated with light-wood furnishings, vibrant wallpapers, and chic furniture. Flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and dressers to store belongings make your stay extra cozy. Although the views are somber, the location is great for those who want to stay off the beaten track but still be close to the Canal and Marais neighborhoods; the nearby métro keeps the city accessible.

Friendly and attentive service, bright and spacious rooms, and comfy beds are just a few of the qualities that distinguish this unpretentious hotel, owned by the same family since 1911. Although some rooms could do with an update, they're spotlessly clean, air-conditioned, and check almost every box for a perfectly comfortable stay. On top of all that, the hotel's in-house restaurant is a local favorite and its convenient setting, a 15-minute walk from Cahor's old town, makes it a good choice for exploring the town.

A view over the infinity pool to the (private) beach and sea greets you at this luxury spa hotel two steps from Bandol's port. Rooms are sleek and contemporary, with all the comforts you'd expect from a five-star hotel, but it's the sweeping sea views from your bed and terrace that steal the show. Streamlined bathrooms, some with both a tub and a shower, are ample and stocked with luxury products. The well-equipped thalassotherapy spa has an indoor pool and a full range of seawater therapies—from single treatments to weeklong programs—that can be customized to your wants and needs.

Built over the remains of ancient Roman cellars (which also can be visited) on a typically traffic-free street, this small hotel has few frills but a fascinating history. Rooms are compact but well-laid out while the Continental breakfast is more than adequate. Major sights are within walking distance, and there are lots of restaurants and cafés a few steps from the front door.

Dramatic views over Carnac and Quiberon Bay, coupled with a prime location just beneath the famous Tumulus de St-Michel, have been big draws for this modest, family-run hotel from its inception in the 1930s. Many of the comfortable, well-equipped rooms have views to the bay, and those in back overlook the Tumulus chapel. A small spa offers a surprising number of treatments—from thalassotherapy to seaweed wraps and massage—with good-value packages available. Weary travelers can steep in the outdoor hot tub or take an invigorating swim in the pool. An airy dining room with lovely views offers excellent fare (including reasonable prix-fixe menus, replete with fresh seafood) and a sophisticated wine list.

Don't be put off by the bland 1960s exterior: this easy-to-find hotel near the train station has a distinct sense of style. Public areas are decked out with eclectic artwork and assorted objets chosen by the cheerful owner. Each guest room has its own decor, some with parquet flooring and exposed wooden beams, others with colorful carpets and patterned wallpaper. All combine clean lines and crisp white linens with bold accents. 

A glamorous centenary update added 21st-century luxuries while remaining true to the beautiful bones of this boutique hotel, which first opened in the waning years of the Belle Époque.