14 Best Hotels in Around the Louvre, Paris

Despite its splashy name, this gracious five-star hotel, housed in an 18th-century mansion just steps from the Palais Royal gardens, keeps a surprisingly relaxed profile, its focus less on flagrant luxury and more on the essentials that make a hotel truly grand—service, quality, comfort, refinement, and quiet. From the magnificent wrought-iron staircase to panoramic views of Paris from the rooftop terrace, the bright, spacious rooms—many with private balconies—feature a classic-modern decor in pleasing pale hues with ample marble bathrooms. There is fine dining in the lovely winter garden, a cozy cocktail bar, and a full-service spa.

A few of the city's most prestigious hotels face the Tuileries or Place de la Concorde, but the 19th-century Brighton occupies the same prime real estate and offers a privileged stay for a less daunting price. Rooms exude a classic elegance, blending antiques with comfortable square footage. The smallest rooms overlook the courtyard; larger ones have a magnificent view of the gardens. Nearly all have flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and heated towel racks in spacious bathrooms. Relax in the first-floor bar and lounge surrounded by marble columns, mirrored walls, and contemporary furnishings.

Open since 1861, just a stone's throw from the Louvre and near the banks of the Seine, the romantic Britannique blends courteous English service with old-fashioned French elegance. Take the winding staircase to reach the well-maintained rooms done up in a mix of attractive reproductions and antiques. Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs lend a touch of modernity.

Managed by artists, this hotel near the Louvre distinguishes itself with an eclectic pop-art decor—expect an unusual canvas of local and international guests that's just as colorful. Rooms are quiet havens in a somewhat overwhelming palette of purples, reds, and blue. You'll find walk-in showers, designer toiletries, adjustable beds, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, but not overly spacious bathrooms or closets. The lobby-lounge has an honor bar and shelves of books to read or exchange.

One of the city's most historic properties reopened in 2017 after a four-year renovation and is now more sumptuous and majestic than ever. Each of the 78 rooms and 46 suites comes with luxurious Rivolta Carmignani linen and heated marble floors in the bathrooms, but each is also home to its own unique, sophisticated touches, ranging from original artwork to custom furnishings. Two restaurants, a luxurious bar, and a spa firmly situate the Crillon as one of Paris's preeminent palace hotels.

You'd be hard-pressed to find a budget hotel this stylish anywhere in Paris, let alone in an upscale neighborhood close to many of the city's top attractions. This travel-themed boutique hotel boasts tasteful, riotously colorful rooms with luxe decor by Christian Lacroix. They come in XS, XM, and XL (for small, medium, and large), but none could be considered big. No matter, with everything else going for it, you won't miss the lack of extra legroom.

In 1878, what was a stately home owned by a noble French family was converted to an intimate hotel favored by aristocrats and, later, fashion icons. Decor boasts a contemporary, understated allure, and many rooms have a classic Parisian feel, with French windows under the eaves overlooking the street below.

Since 1835, Paris's first palace hotel has welcomed royalty and celebrities from the Duchess of Windsor to Salvador Dalí and continues to enchant with service, style, and views. Le Meurice also appeals to art-history aficionados: contemporary sculpture, antiques, and attractive murals adorn rooms, corridors, and sumptuous dining areas. Classic rooms have a gilded Napoleonic Empire style, with antique furnishings covered in elegant French and Italian brocades. The modern spa includes Swiss Valmont facials, Thermes Marins de St-Malo body treatments, and "By Terry" makeovers. Expect children to be pampered with their own Meurice teddy bear called Pistache, tot-size slippers and bathrobe, and sweet treats. There's even a premium pet service that provides a VIP welcome for furry family members. The three-star Michelin restaurant run by chef Amaury Bouhours at the behest of Alain Ducasse serves gastronomic menus in one of the most beautiful grand siècle settings in the city, with a design by Philippe Starck and pastries from superstar pâtissier Cédric Grolet.

This compact boutique hotel near the Tuileries has a luxe feel, paying homage to Parisian style with rooms split between traditional chambres and Paris-themed 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.

You can walk to many major sites from this small, low-key, budget property located between the Opéra and the Louvre. Rooms are decorated in pastel colors and come with little extras like heated towel racks and feather duvets. The multihued pink lobby is distinctive and memorable.

Tucked away from the traffic and crowds of Avenue de l'Opéra, this five-floor hotel named after the wife of Louis XIV is a stone's throw from regal sites like the Louvre, Palais Royal, and the historic Comédie Française theater. The property offers plenty of old-world charm, with its low ceilings and wrought-iron details; ambient lighting, contemporary furnishings, and amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and personal safes bring things up-to-date. The retro-chic design is noticeable when entering the elegant lobby, where you can sip an apéritif at the bar-lounge, browse the hotel's selection of custom-scented candles, or chat with the young, friendly staff.

Of Paris's palace hotels, the Mandarin Oriental is among the most contemporary, with a soaring marble entryway and a sleek, luxe style that is a welcome contrast to the historic grande dames. The hotel has cultivated a fiercely loyal clientele that relishes its lovely, Asian-inspired rooms, featuring lustrous dark-wood furnishings and creamy walls, accented with deep mauve or taupe, and spotless white-marble baths.

In a prestigious neighborhood a few minutes from the Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde, Opéra Garnier, and the Louvre, the Meliá Vendôme has handsome and spacious rooms that exude understated elegance. Free Wi-Fi, minibar, and satellite TV are some of the premium perks included in the reasonable rates. Consistent service and an airport shuttle available on request make this Spanish-owned franchise a popular base for international travelers.

Hiding behind a classic, 19th-century facade is this fresh, 1930s-influenced hotel, which was fully remodeled in 2018 by designer Didier Gomez. Under a huge atrium skylight, the lobby's urban-chic design sets the mood. Imported woods and black slate accent the hotel's sauna, steam room, and countercurrent swimming pool. Rooms have modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and free high-speed Internet.