As a Parisian (proud and loud!), I very often get questions about which hotel I recommend to stay when visiting Paris, and eventually doing photo shoots.
Today I’d like to share with you my favorite places to stay in the city as well as the reasons why they are so great, in my opinion.
Some are great to stay with your girlfriends for a fun trip, other to stay with you love one for a romantic trip and some have very romantic rooms for “getting ready” photos!
If you want to have a personalized welcome in any of these hotels let me know and I will introduce you to them directly; that way you are guaranteed to have the best service, a gift when checking in and possibly an upgrade.
Hotel Plaza Athénée
More about the Hotel Plaza Athénée.
Designed by Charles Lefebvre, the Hotel Plaza Athénée officially opened its doors in 1913. Recognizable by its famous facade covered in red flowers, it is one of the most prestigious Parisian palaces. Located Avenue Montaigne, it is surrounded by the most exclusive boutiques (Dior, Chanel, to name a few). Its 154 rooms and suites perfectly reflect the spirit of the Plaza: elegance, refinement and classic “à la Française” decor. Their suites feel like a Parisian apartment so you will get the sense of being in France.
Why book a room or suite at the Plaza?
Created in the Haussmanian architectural style, the Plaza Athenee Hotel is the symbol of the spirit of the city. The elegance and prestige of the rooms and suites, with their marble bathrooms, will exceed your expectations. And what better way to wake up in Paris than with a view of the Eiffel Tower from your suite? The Plaza Athénée is ideal if you are on a girl’s trip for your bachelorette party, birthday or any celebration really. The hotel was seen in Sex and the City and recently in Emilie in Paris: it has this fun vibe with suites overlooking the Eiffel Tower where you can pop champagne and dance all night.
What is a the budget to stay at the Plaza Athénée?
The price of the rooms starts from 1300 euros.
The price of the suites starts from 3000 euros
Ritz Paris
More about the Ritz Hotel
The Ritz is a Parisian palace whose reputation is well known. Created in 1898 by Caesar Ritz, the Ritz is one of the most prestigious Parisian hotels and one of the most famous places in the world. It is a world reference in terms of French-style luxury hotels.
Famous personalities such as Coco Chanel used to walk through the door of the hotel, and even stay there all year round. It is ideally located in the heart of Paris, Place Vendôme, a place known for its many luxury jewelry brands.
Why book a room or a suite at the Ritz for my stay in Paris?
Believe me, you won’t regret it. Their spacious, golden and perfectly decorated rooms will leave you breathless. This hotel is for you if you come to Paris for the romance and classic beauty: the pastel colors remind me of a Ladurée boutique.
Speaking of pastries, the Ritz actually has the best “afternoon teatime” in Paris! So, if you have a sweet tooth, this hotel is for you. If you can splurge on their Vendôme Suite, I highly recommend it to get ready for your wedding in Paris: it feels like staying in Versailles.
What is a the budget to stay at the Ritz Paris?
The price of the rooms starts from 1800 euros.
The price of the suites starts from 5000 euros
Shangri-La Hotel
More about the Shangri-La
Built in 1895, the Shangri-La is one of the 11 luxury hotels in Paris to have received the distinction of Palace. This hotel offers a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower, if not the best one. It has 63 rooms and 37 suites.
Why book a room or a suite at the Shangri-La for my stay in Paris?
If you have a modern aesthetics and aren’t too inclined to go down the super girly route, the Shangri- la is for you! The spacious rooms of the Shangri-La offer a wonderful view on the capital. And please note that their terraces with their open view on the Eiffel tower are second to none. Decorated by interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, the rooms retain the charm of a private Parisian residence with an elegant and unique interior design.
What is a the budget to stay at the Shangri-La?
The price of the rooms starts from 1500 euros.
The price of the suites starts from 2400 euros
Hotel de Crillon
More about the Hotel de Crillon
Built in 1765, it was transformed into a hotel in 1907 by the architect Walter-André Destailleur. Ideally located Place de la Concorde, it received the distinction of Palace in 2018. The hotel has 78 rooms and 46 suites and has attracted many celebrities and is well known by Parisians for its incredible bar. I can confirm.
Why book a room or a suite at the Hotel de Crillon for my stay in Paris?
The rooms and suites of this hotel are the perfect mix between modernity and vintage and I love that! The Hotel de Crillon has one of my favorite suite in all Paris. I think you know which one? Yes the one with the incredible balcony with the view on the Place de la Concorde. This Palace is the very perfect place to stay with your love one for a romantic trip in Paris.
What is a the budget to stay at the Hotel de Crillon?
The price of the rooms starts from 1550 euros.
The price of the suites starts from 2500 euros
Meurice Paris
More about the Meurice Hotel
Located in the middle of the famous rue Rivoli, the Meurice is a 5 star hotel founded by Charles-Augustin Meurice in 1835. In 2011, it was awarded the distinction of Palace. And in 2012 receives the distinction of living heritage company.
In the 1950s it was the favorite hotel of many celebrities such as Salavador Dali, who took up residence there for one month each year from 1959 until his death.
Why book a room at the Meurice ?
The Palace has no less than 160 rooms and suites, spread over 7 floors! The Meurice has one of the most beautiful views of Paris, from where you can see the Eiffel Tower, the Tuileries Garden, and the Concorde.
Its rooms decorated with antique furniture, crystals and gilding on the walls and ceiling, are of incomparable luxury.
And tell me, who doesn’t dream of waking up in the heart of Paris in front of the luxurious greenery of the Jardin des Tuileries while seeing the Eiffel Tower?
What is a the budget to stay at the Meurice Paris?
The price of the rooms starts from 900 euros.
The price of the suites starts from 2300 euros