The Most Stylish Paris Hotels For A Chic City Sojourn

An icon of impeccable posture, The Peninsula Paris occupies a Haussmannian address just off Avenue Kléber. Its nickname ‘the little Versailles’ could have been earned through scale alone, but the hotel’s symmetry, grandeur and theatrical polish all invite the moniker too. The 200 rooms, including 93 suites – many with marble bathrooms in the round – are among the most generously proportioned in the capital, marrying lacquered finishes and hushed palettes with discreet, intuitive service.

Dining at The Peninsula Paris is a destination in its own right. Coveted two-Michelin-starred L’Oiseau Blanc soars above the rooftops with cinematic views of the Eiffel Tower. And beneath the gilded ceilings of Le Lobby, all-day dining unfolds with impeccable poise. This is Paris at its most ceremonious.

There are addresses in Paris that trade on the city’s history and then there is Fouquet’s, which has legacy and heritage running through its veins. Anchoring a prime corner of the Champs-Élysées since 1899, this storied institution has built on its legendary brasserie with a five-star rest stop that is both luxurious and cinematic – quite literally, since stars such as Quentin Tarantino, Meryl Streep and Sofia Coppola have all stayed here.

Inside, designer Jacques Garcia has tempered grandeur with intimacy: velvet and mahogany, crystal chandeliers and burnished gold are softened with warm lighting and residential proportions. The 101 rooms and suites, including newer keys overlooking the avenue, are hushed sanctuaries of quilted headboards, marble bathrooms and discreet, contemporary tech. Book a balcony suite facing the Champs-Élysées and gaze on the Arc de Triomphe while you drink your morning café au lait.

Tucked onto a quieter stretch of Rue Victor Massé, just steps from Rue des Martyrs, Massé offers a different kind of Paris stay. This place is for guests who prefer a neighborhood rhythm over palace polish. Set within a classic Haussmann building in SoPi (South Pigalle), this four-star address isn’t a grab for gilded opulence. Instead, it offers character and connection.

Rooms are thoughtfully designed to feel lived-in, in a chic Parisian artist’s loft kind of way, rather than any shiny soullessness, encouraging guests to experience the city a little like the locals do. Downstairs, the bar usually teams with a mix of creatives, musicians and in-the-know Parisians, huddling over well-crafted small plates. Envisioned by brother-and-sister duo Eole and Corto Peyron, the hotel draws on their parents’ heritage, blending Mediterranean conviviality and quiet adventure.

Opposite the Tuileries Garden on Rue de Rivoli, Le Meurice occupies one of the most painterly positions in the capital: the Louvre to one side, the sweep of the Seine beyond, and the Eiffel Tower visible on the horizon. Part of the Dorchester Collection, this 19th-century grande dame has welcomed royalty and artists through its doors since 1835, earning its nickname ‘Hotel of Kings’ long before it was awarded official palace status in 2011.

Interiors marry classical French craftsmanship with contemporary details. Restored moldings and hand-finished woodwork sit alongside modern interventions, most notably in the dining room of Restaurant Le Meurice Alain Ducasse, where Philippe Starck reimagined Versailles’ Salon de la Paix with wit and restraint. Le Meurice is both a spectacle and contemporaneous, offering history but also refined mod-cons.

Masters of Italian chic hotelier Ori Kafri and architect Michele Bonan are behind the renovations of the former ambassadorial residence that JK Place has made its Parisian property. Sumptuous and inviting, the high-ceilinged rooms showcase eclectic artworks and beautiful antiques, while the subterranean spa has a sleek indoor pool. Plus, the hotel’s Casa Tua restaurant (a sibling of the Miami institution) is a spot for those in the know.

Fitting for a city synonymous with love, Maison Proust is a beautiful, romantic hotel in the heart of Le Marais. Inspired by 20th-century literary legend and socialite Marcel Proust, the ambience of the decadent design celebrates the lively spirit of Belle Époque salons. The 23 exquisite bedrooms and suites are adorned in dark and luxurious jewel tones and artwork of the era, as are the sumptuous bar, library and winter garden. But the jewel of the crown is the magnificent spa, which encompasses a majestic columned swimming pool and hammam, plus treatments by Dr. Max Huber and La Mer.

It might not be quite as high-octane in its opulence as some of the city’s luxury hotels, instead Maison Delano offers intimate accommodation with a prestigious address in the 8th Arrondissement, discretely tucked by rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The 18th-century mansion has been beautifully reimagined with refined and charming details across its rooms, courtyard restaurant and bar. The Grand Historic Suite is a standout – with a richly adorned ceiling, central bathtub, marble fireplace and herringbone parquet flooring throughout.

Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, Le Bristol, quite simply, never goes out of style. The palatial Paris stalwart is a long-time love of the fashion crowd, serving transformative spa experiences and a much-celebrated gastronomic offering (the hotel holds four Michelin stars across its Epicure and 114 Faubourg restaurants). There is a glorious orange-tree-lined courtyard and dreamy rooftop pool – while Le Bar du Bristol is the perfect spot for a nightcap.

Cheval Blanc is the Belle Époque Seine-side property owned by LVMH, which has become the fashion conglomerate’s first five-star hotel in the city. Exquisitely overhauled by architect Peter Marino, the restoration pays homage to its rich history while adding contemporary finesse. The 72-bedroom property makes for an opulent residence, with a dedication to culinary excellence across its four restaurants.

The legendary 19th-century Louvre Post Office (once France’s largest post-office building) is now the site of one of the city’s most thrilling hotels, Madame Rêve. With spellbinding views from its sky garden (and the 53 balconies), this design-led urban oasis offers up a hugely inviting space in a mix of woods and golden-brown tones, plus two exquisite restaurants: one Mediterranean-inspired, with a glorious terrace, and one Japanese-influenced, La Plume, which boasts breathtaking views.

The illustrious Hôtel de Crillon has long been a favorite of the fashion set, thanks to its sublime suites (the Grands Appartements were designed by Karl Lagerfeld), culinary offerings, award-winning Sense spa, and spectacular views over the Place de la Concorde and Eiffel Tower. The 18th-century palace has been restored with suitable majesty, most recently by Rosewood in a four-year uplift that includes a swimming pool lined with 17,600 gold scales.

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