Located in the 12e Arrondissement, the hotel's interiors deliver on its name, without going into overkill. There's just enough pink to see "la vie en rose," as Edith Piaf would have commanded. The renovated property is quaint and small, with only 15 rooms. It's also very close to the Place de la Bastille, Jardin Yitzhak Rabin and Parc de Bercy. There are plenty of bistros to choose from in this neighborhood as well, which makes for possibly tasty spontaneous explorations.
Pink Hotel
20 Bis, rue Dugommier
75012 Paris
011-33-01-43-43-47-73
pinkhotel.fr
Hôtel Lecourbe has the distinct quality of making visitors feel like locals. With its garden patio, classic architecture and modern furnishings, it has "home" written all over it. Hôtel Lecourbe is near the Eiffel Tower, Montparnasse, Napoleon's tomb at Les Invalides and the Rodin Museum. With that in mind, it's likely the area will be frequented by many tourists. The bedrooms are suitably comfortable, making for a good night's sleep before the breakfast buffet is served between 7 am and 10 am.
Hôtel Lecourbe
28, rue Lecourbe
75015 Paris
011-33-01-47-34-49-06
hotel-lecourbe-eiffel.com
As if being in the trendy Latin Quarter weren't enough, this boutique hotel is a history lesson in itself, with its old architecture and medieval decorations. Single, double or superior rooms are available, each providing exactly what you need without all the fuss and ruffles. Visitors have lauded the great location, which immerses you into the day-to-day routine of many Parisians. The friendly staff is always on-hand to help you find nearby attractions, like Notre-Dame de Paris and the Jardin du Luxembourg.
Hôtel du Collège de France
7, rue Thénard
75005 Paris
011-33-01-43-26-78-36
hotel-collegedefrance.com
This funky little joint reminds us that old Paris is quite capable of being new. The hotel's contemporary design was carefully incorporated into the building's existing features, so there's plenty of exposed brick and wooden surfaces. Grounded in the 7e Arrondissement, it isn't too far from the Eiffel Tower and the Champs de Mars. Those traveling with children will appreciate the nearby puppet theater. While many hotels in Paris can't guarantee quiet, most guests feel the Valadon can. For some down-time, the patio is a favorite hang-out.
Hôtel Valadon
16, rue Valadon
75007 Paris
011-33-01-47-53-89-85
hotelvaladon.com
This place is ideal for those who are happy with the basics and plan to spend most of their time outside the hotel. It's charming and intimate, with only 23 rooms. Each is air conditioned and has a private bathroom, which isn't always a given. Because it's in the Latin Quarter, it's close to lots of action and fashionable spots that most visitors will enjoy. It's also just across the street from the legendary Sorbonne University, and a stone's throw from the Cluny Medieval Museum.
Hôtel Diana
73, rue Saint-Jacques
75005 Paris
011-33-01-43-54-92-55
hotel-diana-paris.com
