By Joshua Duvauchelle
The Best Luxury Hotels in Paris
Paris is the capital of France and home to international landmarks like the Eglise de la Madeleine and the Eiffel Tower. Many of its hotels are landmarks in themselves, too. Many of the first hotels in Paris appeared during the World Fair of 1878. Since then, the city's hotels have evolved considerably. Today, the city's finest lodging destinations give traveling tourists a getaway on their getaway. Discover some of these hotels for yourself, and experience refined accommodations that match the city outside in culture, finesse and sheer luxury.
Best Historic Hotel: Westminster Hotel
Once the Paris home of the Duke of Westminster, the hotel has retained much of its historic opulence. Visitors will notice it immediately as soon as they enter the expansive marble lobby and note the massive chandeliers and Lousix XV-style upholstering and furniture. The 101 rooms and suites are personalized with antique accessories and furnishings, and each room includes an ornate marble fireplace. Despite its historic luxuries, the hotel includes quite a few modern luxuries, too. All rooms are outfitted with high-speed Internet and satellite television.
Westminster Hotel
13, Rue de la Paix
75002 París, France
+33 1 4261-5746
www.warwickwestminsteropera.com
Best Business-Friendly Hotel: Hyatt Regency Paris-Madeleine
This boutique hotel, found right on la Rive Droite, elevates the traditional boring business hotel to a whole new level of luxury. Each of the hotel's 93 guest rooms and suites have business-friendly amenities such as private work areas, multiple telephones and telephone lines, and a 24-hour business center with all the accessories and supplies a traveling businessperson would need. Guests who are ready to relax will find high-end room amenities such as rich draperies, over-sized bathrooms and designer body products. Nearby attractions include the Avenue des Champs-Elysees, perfect for finding inspiration for your next business idea.
Hyatt Regency Paris-Madeleine
24, Boulevard Malesherbes
75008 Paris, France
+33 1 4817-1615
www.paris.madeleine.hyatt.com
Best Central Hotel: Le Meridien Montparnasse
Individuals who want centrally-located lodging will find the Eiffel Tower a short 10-minute subway ride away, with other attractions like the Luxembourg Gardens just a few blocks from the hotel's front door. Soaring 25 stories into the air, each of the hotel's 953 rooms include stunning views of Central Paris. The view continues inside the room, with every wall adorned with original artwork from local artists. Additional amenities include flat-screen televisions, a mini bar and access to a health spa and fitness center.
Le Meridien Montparnasse
19, Rue du Commandant René Mouchotte
75014 Paris, France
+33 1 4436-4436
www.starwoodhotels.com
Best 5-Star Hotel: Hotel Sofitel Paris le Scribe
This landmark location offers guests some of the best hotel luxuries that money can purchase. The historic hotel combines contemporary Parisian decor with decadent art and 19th-century-styled upholstery for a high-end ambiance. Each room is its own oasis, featuring massive beds, lush upholstery, and designer bathroom products crafted by Hermes. Start your Paris vacation with a sumptuous breakfast under the hotel restaurant's famous glass roof. After a long day of sightseeing and shopping, relax over a fine cocktail at the piano lounge.
Hotel Sofitel Paris le Scribe
1, Rue Scribe
75009 Paris, France
+33 1 4471-2424
www.accorhotels.com
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About the Author:
Joshua Duvauchelle is an editor and journalist who has been writing since 2000. His work has appeared in various national and international magazines, including "Honolulu Magazine." Duvauchelle graduated with honors from Trinity Western University, holding a Bachelor of Arts in professional communications, and earned a certificate in applied leadership and public affairs from the Laurentian Leadership Centre.
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Konstantinos Dafalias
