The French capital’s boutique hotel scene has never been more packed, and that’s a good thing because hoteliers are going further to create memorable stays through personalised touches, unique experiences and elevated dining offerings. Whether you’re looking for a romantic bolthole in the Marais, a mansion house in Montmartre, a room with a rock-and-roll twist in Pigalle, or chic affordability in an up-and-coming suburb, there’s an original address to suit every taste. Here’s our round-up of the best.
How we review
All our reviewers are either resident destination experts or travel writers that specialise in hotels. Often they will have stayed at a hotel many times and so can see how it has changed for better or worse over the years. They know what makes a great hotel in that particular destination and will compare it contextually against local competition. When our reviewers first visit a hotel, they stay for at least one night, eat one meal in addition to breakfast and will experience all of the facilities on offer. Whichever category of room they stay in, they will see the entry-level rooms in order to assess them.
After their stay, our reviewers then give the hotel six scores out of 10, rating its location, style and character, service and facilities, rooms, food and drink, and value for money. The average of these scores then determines the overall score. Our experts then select reviews for curated lists like this – the best hotels in a particular destination for families, for instance – together with the Telegraph Hotels team.
At a glance, the best boutique hotels in Paris
- Best overall boutique hotel in Paris – Hôtel Providence
- Best budget boutique hotel in Paris – Hotel Henriette
- Best boutique hotel in Paris near the Louvre – Chochou Hotel
Contributions by Emma Beaumont, Natasha Edwards, Hannah Meltzer & Nicola Williams