220 Best Hotels in France

This modern hotel is full of delightful surprises, including sliding doors leading directly out to breakfast nooks beside a stream. At night you can fall asleep to the sound of the water tumbling over the gorge. Owner Dominique \"Dumé\" Colonna, one of France's (and certainly Corsica's) greatest soccer stars, drops by from time to time. The nearby Auberge de la Restonica serves fine Corsican fare.

Well located and near sights and the métro, Hôtel du Cadran—actually two buildings run by the same management—features contemporary design that appeals as much to business travelers as to urban creative types on a budget. Rooms in lime green and cherry red have modern aesthetics like reflective Lucite paneling, halogen spotlights, and geometric furnishings. Spacious and bright triples and suites are air-conditioned and have flat-screen TVs. With its own private terrace, the family suite can accommodate up to five people.

Around the corner from picturesque Rue Cler, this affordable hotel welcomes guests with a Provence-inspired lobby and huge picture windows overlooking a quiet street. Country-style wood furnishings and pretty French cotton fabrics decorate each room. Opt for one of the two ground-floor guest rooms that open onto a leafy private courtyard. Travelers on a budget will enjoy easy access to public transportation, local bistros, and the district's famous food market. A simple in-room breakfast service delights with fresh patisserie, confiture, and café crème; there's also a breakfast buffet.

For pure French flavor, including rooms decorated in floral chintz, check out this intimate hotel in a hidden-away location between Boulevard St-Germain and Rue du Bac. Four of the antiques-filled rooms have spacious terraces overlooking the courtyard. The 16th-century basement lounge is a warren of stone alcoves with a zinc bar and plush seating.

Architect Jean-Philippe Nuel used bold colors and dramatic lighting in his update of this hotel, and although some rooms still have the original 16th-century beams, the overall feel is functional urban-chic. Amenities include a small fitness area, relaxing sauna, and stylish bar-lounge and breakfast room that fits in perfectly with the hip Marais vibe.

A curious blend of Second Empire and rococo styling awaits guests in this hotel on a quiet corner just off Place Trocadéro. The main-floor lounge-bar–breakfast area is a trendy take on neoclassical antiques and art. Some rooms are traditional and relatively small, with old-style French furnishings and draperies; a more contemporary flavor in others gives the property a somewhat eclectic feel. Eco-friendly rooms have hypoallergenic bedding and biodegradable amenities, as well as modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Marble bathrooms with whirlpool tubs are a nice touch. Service is friendly and welcoming. Want the best view? Ask for Room 60.

Two top-tier Paris designers transformed a humdrum 1960s office building into one of the city's liveliest fashion-centric boutique hotels. Bright, compact rooms sport a mod, black-and-white graphic style inspired by '60s designer Courrèges that feels both sleek and cozy, especially the tiniest rooms, whose ingenious layout makes them manageable. More expensive suites are still reasonable for this neighborhood and offer more space—and some terraces—with the same futuristic decor, jazzed up with fashion photos and mirrors.

Near the Opéra Garnier and some of the city's best department stores, this family-owned boutique hotel has lots of little extras that make it a great value. In addition to complimentary Wi-Fi access, you are free to use the computer in the lobby lounge or help yourself to beverages and light snacks. The decor is contemporary with classic touches like exposed wooden beams and colorful wallpaper. Rooms have open closets and showers only (no tubs) in the bathroom to save space.

About 50 paces from Notre-Dame and the Seine, this elegant hotel has identical, impeccable rooms with beige and rose linens and framed prints of architectural drawings. Street-side rooms get a bit of traffic noise, but views of the 15th-century Église St-Severin make up for it. The lobby has pleasing terra-cotta floor tiles, pale green walls, and a stone fireplace.

Ethical, sustainable, "zero waste," and entirely focused on your well-being, this distinctive property with feng shui–correct rooms and "indulge and enjoy" as its motto has made quite a splash since its 2020 debut. Accommodations are a sybarite's dream of a monk's chamber—an oasis of calm with plenty of luxe touches: air purifier, yoga mat and stretching bar (instead of a TV), loose tea (aged pu-erh for connoisseurs), microfiltered water, and sumptuous organic skincare products. Treat yourself to one of the many yoga and wellness classes or a holistic therapy session. The excellent restaurant and bar are strictly "plant-based," a bit of a novelty in still meat-centric Paris, and there's a chic florist shop, too.

This hotel is prized for its unbeatable location off tranquil Place du Marché Ste-Catherine, one of the city's lesser-known pedestrian squares, and for its gentler prices in an ever more costly neighborhood. The 17th-century building has been a simple hotel for more than a century, but a recent renovation imparted a clean, contemporary style to the small but functional rooms. Expect basic, comfortable accommodations and simple breakfasts. For more quiet request an upper floor. The welcoming staff is informal and happy to recount the history of this former market quartier.

Combining boutique-style with up-to-date conveniences and light-filled public spaces adorned with original art, the Hotel le B has an enviable location on Arcachon's promenade, with rooms that look over the mirror-like bay. Supremely comfortable guestrooms are simple and cozy, with perks like fluffy robes and upscale toiletries. It's a five-minute stroll to the Thiers jetty for ferries to Cap-Ferret, and the train station is a quick walk as well. Continental breakfast, served on the mezzanine floor, is lavish. There is no in-house restaurant, but plenty of quality eateries to enjoy nearby.

Set on an attractive location, this intimate boutique hotel is built into the ramparts of the upper town's citadel. Neutral fabrics and simple furnishings keep the rooms light and bright. Upper rooms have superb views over the cliffs. To soak up the Corsican sun, head to the spacious outdoor pool.

Centrally located on a quiet street, only a block away from the Canal de la Robine, this hotel in a renovated 1870s town house offers stylish, comfortable rooms where original architectural features blend with chic, modern design. High ceilings and white walls are offset with colorful artwork—the standout room is Le Mosaïque, which features retro-tiled floors and stained glass windows. The ground-floor restaurant (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) serves a menu of Franco-Italian-Argentinian dishes inspired by the multi-cultural family who owns the hotel. There is also an outdoor pool and small courtyard.

This compact boutique hotel near the Tuileries has a luxe feel, paying homage to Parisian style with rooms split between traditional chambres and Paris-theme suites like the Louvre and Grand Palais. Lingerie designer Chantal Thomass decorated the magnificently whimsical Cabaret Suite in tribute to the Moulin Rouge, while the Opéra Suite brings out every girl's inner ballerina.

On a tranquil street between the Jardin du Luxembourg and Montparnasse's cafés and brasseries sits this pleasant six-story hotel. The homey lobby and breakfast area are bathed in light, showcasing a wood-fire hearth, plump sofas, and Greek Revival columns. A contemporary style dominates uncluttered rooms decorated with wood furnishings. 

This cozy, contemporary haven near the Eiffel Tower, Champ de Mars, and Les Invalides is a comfortable base for exploring Paris, with quiet rooms that have crisp, damask upholstery. Modern furnishings and original artworks make for a clean, fresh look that feels upscale but without pretension. Besides the hotel's ideal location in a fashionable residential district, an accommodating and attentive staff stand out, providing service with a smile whether at the front desk or in the minimalist bar and salon.

With its 19th-century neoclassical façade, this hotel fuses historical architecture with contemporary design. The building housed the city's police station until 2009 and now has smart, spacious guest rooms decked out in mainly neutral beige tones with splashes of ochre and orange, all with gleaming bathrooms. The rooms overlooking the interior courtyard have more verdant views than those on the side and front. The airy, open-space lobby is a tea room, restaurant, and cocktail bar where the chic Strasbourg crowd likes to hang out.

Set in a typical 19th-century Haussmannian building on a small street lined with food shops, restaurants, and bars, this six-story hotel gets points for its proximity to Montparnasse and the Jardin du Luxembourg, as well as for its sleek decor. Complimentary coffee and tea are served in the salon in the afternoon, and an honor bar is open until late at night.

There's no way to be glum at this chic, colorful hotel in a bustling neighborhood between two of Paris's main railway stations, Gare de l'Est and the Gare du Nord. Vintage furniture and paintings paired with lively prints and brilliant colors create a vibrant mood in rooms and common areas. Rooms are on the cozy side, though upper-floor rooms have great views, especially the ones with balconies, some with superb views of the trains coming and going. The excellent hotel café across the street is a big draw for Parisian foodies and locals.

This picturesque hotel, set amid lovely gardens, is a 10-minute walk to town but far enough from its summer crowds to offer peace and quiet. Handsome, spacious rooms—most with terraces overlooking the pool or gardens—are bright and comfortable and offer every modern convenience. On fine days, a copious buffet breakfast or specially prepared dinner (you must order ahead) is served in the garden.

The no-frills decor might seem spartan at first, but this tidy boutique hotel also offers modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, a perfect location a few blocks from the regal Place des Vosges, and outstanding prices for the area. Cozy rooms are calm and quiet and have the kind of high-quality mattresses more often found in a four-star hotel.

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.

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.

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.