In French, "etoile" means "star," an appropriate title for an area in Paris where 12 avenues dramatically converge to form a star if observed from a bird's-eye-view. At the center of this star shines the Arc de Triomphe and streams of circling cars. Also known as Place de l'Etoile or Place Charles de Gaulle, this area boasts some of the most luxurious hotels in Paris, including the George V and the Plaza Athenee, the kind of hotels that host kings, queens, and international superstars. Luckily for those of us without royal blood or celebrity status, hotel prices in the area can fluctuate dramatically and Paris visitors wishing to stay in Place de l'Etoile can find a hotel in all price categories.
With a location right around the corner from Champs-Elysees, a street in Paris known for its haute couture shopping, Hotel La Tremoille's 93 stylish rooms feature silk, furs, and mohair. Blending King Louis XV style with modern touches, the hotel is a former private residence built in the 19th century. There is a bar, restaurant, and spa on site.
Hotel La Tremoille
14 rue de la Tremoille
Paris, 75008 France
01-56-52-14-00
tremoille.com
Travelers who wish to avoid King Louis-style drapes or traditional Parisian charms in their hotel rooms should try out the Hidden Hotel, a 23-room boutique property a block from the Arc de Triomphe. This nature-themed hotel features a wood facade and organic amenities. Wood, stone, and glass touches permeate the guest rooms, which have open-plan bathrooms of black slate and marble. Décor is streamlined and minimalistic, and guests may forget they're in the middle of Paris.
The Hidden Hotel
28 rue de l'Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysees
Paris, 75017 France
01-40-55-03-57
hidden-hotel.com
The 26 guest rooms in this hotel are on the smaller side, but they include views of Hotel d'Albion's interior garden, where guests can also enjoy breakfast. Rooms are dressed in eclectic, whimsical decor and include private baths. Thanks to its cheaper price, travelers who stay here can save their money for the many shopping opportunities that surround the hotel.
Hotel d'Albion
15 rue de Penthievre
Paris, 75008 France
01-42-65-84-15
hotelalbion.net
