7 Best Hotels in Bastille, Bercy, Nation, and Around, Paris

A behemoth 1960s administrative building has become one of Paris's hottest hotels, sought after for its glam interiors, fashion credentials, and show-stealing views that are second only to the Eiffel Tower. Set across from the Île St-Louis, the hotel has stunning vistas that encompass all of Paris, depending on the exact location of your room. Luxe, streamlined guest rooms show a midcentury modern elegance, highlighting natural materials (leather, lustrous wood, wool carpets), plush furnishings, and marble baths. Take in breathtaking 360-degree panoramas from the 16th-floor bar, or have breakfast at the in-hotel restaurant Bonnie with its stunning vistas by day (with outdoor seating in summer). It's so glamorous even Emily in Paris had a romantic fling here.

If you want designer digs in a well-located boutique lodging that won't break the budget, this hotel designed by Christian Lacroix is a great spot for you. Chic, roomy (for Paris), and full of artisan touches reflecting the historical footprint of the neighborhood, the compact 38-room Antoine offers tons of style just a five-minute walk from the Bastille.

Tucked away on a quiet street so close and yet far enough from the bustling Bastille, this is one of Paris's more elegant boutique lodgings. Artsy touches abound and skylights or balconies in the rooms assure plenty of daylight, all the better to take in every deluxe detail: hand-crafted wood, custom furniture, chic lighting, designer wallpapers and textiles, and marble baths. It adds up to an ultraglamorous lodging with the trappings of a five-star hotel, including a chic restaurant with outdoor seating, a popular cocktail lounge, and a small spa with sauna, hammam, and a micro-pool.

Scrupulously devoted to the legacy of Marcel Proust, what this gorgeous hotel lacks in space it makes up for in sheer opulence. Each of the 22 rooms recalls a writer or artist friend of the author or a character from his writings, and all are splendidly arrayed in silk, hand-embroidered, or brocade wallpapers and matching upholstery designed by historic fabric houses. Meticulously sourced original period artwork, writing nooks, and chic bathrooms (in obsidian marble with pressed leather wallpapers) complete the vibe. A sumptuous winter garden, a reading room (lined with original leather-clad volumes), and a bar draw a Proust-worthy crowd, but the exquisite pool and hammam—created by craftspeople to the King of Morocco—are reserved for guests only.

In this hotel on the top floors of one of architect Jean Nouvel's shimmering Duo Towers, guests get an unprecedented view of Paris from one of the city's tallest buildings and its second-tallest hotel. Stylish interiors by Philippe Stark combine contemporary warmth with state-of-the-art technology, like automated window blinds from your bedside touch control. All rooms offer nearly floor-to-ceiling views along with wraparound windows from the bathrooms. The top-notch Asian-inspired TOO restaurant and the TacTac skybar are perched on the building's top floors, and the hotel definitely has Paris's highest spa, with stellar views from the outdoor Jacuzzi. It might be a bit off the beaten path, but prices luckily reflect the up-and-coming neighborhood, and the hotel is a quick and easy métro ride—or a scenic walk along the Seine—to central Paris.

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.

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.