Paris has always embodied elegance and artistry, a city where fashion, light, and romance intertwine. This season, as the international art scene gathers for Art Basel Paris 2025, the city reaffirms its place at the heart of global culture. In celebration, Whitewaller presents a curated selection of Paris’s most exceptional hotels, ranging from Le Bristol to Cheval Blanc, intimate boutique hideaways to legendary palaces with impeccable 24-hour service.
Whether situated in the prestigious Golden Triangle or the character-filled streets of Le Marais, each property offers a refined retreat surrounded by the city’s finest galleries, boutiques, and landmarks, ensuring every stay is as inspiring as Paris itself.
Le Bristol Paris
8th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Le Bristol Paris.
Courtesy of Lucile Godet and Le Bristol Paris.
Celebrating its 100th anniversary, Le Bristol has been a jewel from the Roaring Twenties to the Olympic Games—a constant in the city’s milestones. Today, the palace balances old-world charm with forward-thinking sustainability, producing its own water and offering bikes for guests to explore the city. Inside, guests can enjoy 189 guest rooms and suites, as well as culinary excellence from several onsite restaurants and bars, including Epicure, 114 Faubourg, Café Antonia, and the seasonal garden terrace, Le Jardin Français (the outdoor extension of Café Antonia for the spring and summer season).
At Spa Le Bristol by La Mer, indulge in treatments using La Mer, Tata Harper, KOS Paris, or child-friendly Bonpoint products. Enjoy the relaxation deck and rooftop pool—a fixture of the hotel, designed by the architect of Aristotle Onassis’s yacht to resemble a ship’s prow. Take home bread, cheese, chocolate, or pasta made at the hotel from L’Épicerie des Ateliers du Bristol. Make note of the tasty contributions from the Executive Chef, Arnaud Faye, and the Pastry Chef, Maxence Barbot.
Type: Palace
Amenities: Elevated décor, buzzing all-day restaurant
In-House: Épicure, 114 Faubourg, Café Antonia, Le Jardin Français, Le Bar du Bristol
Atmosphere: Regal, Parisian
What we love: Appreciating the rotating art installations, featuring works by renowned artists such as Manolo Valdés, Ugo Rondinone, and Daniel Buren, presented in partnership with Opera Gallery.
Book your reservation HERE.
Hôtel Amour
9th Arrondissement
Courtesy of PION Studio and Hotel Amour.
The first of the Amour hotels, Hôtel Amour sits between Place Saint-Georges and Pigalle. With only 28 rooms, the hotel feels intimate yet electric, featuring bold décor, a disco ball suite, and works by artists like Jean Jullien and Alexandre de Betak. Pets are more than welcome here.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Lush courtyard café, sensual vintage rooms
In-House: Restaurant Amour
Atmosphere: Bohemian artsy
What we love: Enjoying a nightcap on the lush, plant-filled veranda.
Book your reservation HERE.
Hôtel Grand Amour
10th Arrondissement
Courtesy of PION Studio and Hotel Grand Amour.
With 42 rooms, a leafy patio, and a playful collection of vintage furniture, Hôtel Grand Amour celebrates eclectic creativity. Some rooms are decorated by artist friends, others by found treasures. A hidden speakeasy and quirky details—like a model ship—make staying here an ever-evolving experience.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Chic brasserie, hidden lounge, leafy patio, and artful private dining spaces
In-House: Restaurant Grand Amour, BookBar, Aquarium, patio
Atmosphere: Offbeat, creative, eclectic
What we love: Dining at the BookBar while browsing their vintage records and books.
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Le Meurice
1st Arrondissement
Courtesy of Le Meurice.
A modern-day Versailles, Le Meurice blends royal grandeur with contemporary luxury. Opened in 1835 to welcome British travelers, it now offers Alain Ducasse’s refined cuisine, Valmont spa treatments, and interiors adorned with French artistry, making it a sanctuary for history lovers and aesthetes alike.
Type: Palace
Amenities: Alain Ducasse dining, Versailles-inspired Valmont spa
In-House: Restaurant le Meurice Alain Ducasse, Restaurant Le Dalí, Bar 228, La Pâtisserie du Meurice par Cedric Grolet
Atmosphere: Versailles elegance
What we love: Savoring Michelin-starred dishes by Alain Ducasse.
Book your reservation HERE.
Hôtel National des Arts et Métiers
3rd Arrondissement
Courtesy of Jerome Galland and Hôtel National des Arts et Métiers.
Designer Raphael Navot reimagined this Haussmannian building for the 21st century, trading classic French motifs, raw materials, and contemporary amenities. The hotel honors artisanal traditions and modern hospitality through its Italian restaurant, Ristorante National, as well as its Herbarium bar, offering perfume-inspired cocktails and weekend DJ sets.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Codage beauty treatment
In-House: Ristorante National, Bar Herbarium, Rooftop National,
Atmosphere: Industrial chic
What we love: Staying in a room with a balcony.
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Lutetia
6th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Lutetia.
A landmark reborn under Mandarin Oriental, Lutetia pays tribute to Paris’s ancient roots with 184 rooms, including 46 suites and three apartments. Its legendary corner location is perfect for solo travelers or families, anchored by onsite hospitality destinations like Brasserie Lutetia, Saint-Germain Restaurant, Bar Joséphine, and Bar Aristide.
Type: Palace
Amenities: Rooftop bar, CODAGE spa treatments
In-House: La Brasserie du Lutetia, Le Saint-Germain, Joséphine Bar, Aristide Bar
Atmosphere: Intellectual glamour
What we love: Enjoying an afternoon at the Akasha Spa.
Book your reservation HERE.
Hôtel Hana
2nd Arrondissement
Courtesy of Stephan and Hôtel Hana.
Hôtel Hana celebrates a refined fusion of Japanese minimalism and Parisian elegance. Architect Laura Gonzalez and artistic director Olivier Leone combine Belle Époque maximalism with early 20th-century Japanese design. The result is a tranquil, neutral space softened with Art Nouveau patterns.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Japanese-inspired spa, fusion restaurant
In-House: Hanabi Restaurant
Atmosphere: Japanese minimalism
What we love: Booking a Reiki, Kobido, or Reflexology treatment.
Book your reservation HERE.
Monsieur George
8th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Monsieur George and Julie Limont.
Designed by Anouska Hempel, Monsieur George is a boutique escape with dramatic green velvet seating, dark wood accents, and emerald tiles. Its intimate ambiance feels cinematic, especially in the top-floor suite bathed in light with a celestial touch, or in the more hushed garden suite with its timeless charm. Lush plants and custom lighting enhance the ambiance, while the Michelin-starred restaurant offers a refined taste of travel and discovery.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Hidden spa by Le Tigre, rooftop dining with Eiffel views
In-House: Galanga, Restaurant Monsieur George
Atmosphere: Parisian elegance with an international touch
What we love: Sipping a cocktail in the lush, moody bar.
Book your reservation HERE.
Shangri-La Paris
16th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Shangri-La Paris.
The former residence of Prince Roland Bonaparte, Shangri-La Paris is a Palace-classified property with ballrooms, lounges, a staircase, and a lobby classified as Monuments Historiques. It seamlessly blends French elegance with Asian hospitality, offering unforgettable Eiffel Tower views and a highly personalized guest experience from arrival to departure.
Type: Urban resort
Amenities: Panoramic rooftop dining, luxury Rolls-Royce transfers
In-House: La Bauhinia, Shang Palace, Les Lounges, Bar Botaniste
Atmosphere: Romantic, palatial
What we love: Taking advantage of 24-hour room service.
Book your reservation HERE.
Hôtel Madame Rêve
1st Arrondissement
Courtesy of Jérôme Galland and Hôtel Madame Rêve.
Set in the historic Grande Poste de Paris, Hôtel Madame Rêve features 83 rooms, including suites and a penthouse with Eiffel Tower views. Steps from the Louvre, it’s ideal for urban explorers. Two in-house restaurants and a rooftop bar make unwinding effortless.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Rooftop garden terrace, sleek wellness spa
In-House: Kitchen by Madame Rêve, La Plume
Atmosphere: Sleek, modern, dreamy rooftop
What we love: Taking in the view of Paris from the 360-degree rooftop.
Book your reservation HERE.
The Peninsula Paris
16th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Will Pryce and The Peninsula Paris.
Since its grand reopening in 2014, The Peninsula Paris has brought refined Asian luxury to central Paris. Just steps from the Champs-Élysées, the hotel offers 200 rooms, including 93 suites, and a rooftop restaurant that celebrates French aviation history.
Type: Urban resort
Amenities: Jazz bar, indoor marble pool & spa
In-House: Le Lobby, LiLi, L’Oiseau Blanc, Le Lounge Kléber, Le Bar Kléber, La Terrasse Kléber
Atmosphere: Romantic, palatial
What we love: Dining at L’Oiseau Blanc, featuring skyline views.
Book your reservation HERE.
Experimental Marais Paris
3rd Arrondissement
Courtesy of Mr Tripper and Experimental Marais Paris.
Located in the 3rd arrondissement, the hotel features 42 rooms and one suite, redesigned by Tristan Auer to combine contemporary flair with historic character. True to the spirit of the Experimental, the property reflects its neighborhood—drawing inspiration less from Le Marais’ medieval past and more from its galleries and vibrant creative scene.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Craft cocktails, moody design rooms
In-House: American Bar
Atmosphere: Trendy, intimate
What we love: Enjoy a cocktail at the American Bar, a New York–inspired spot.
Book your reservation HERE.
Plaza Athénée
8th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Hôtel Plaza Athénée.
Plaza Athénée’s red awnings and matching geraniums are icons of Avenue Montaigne. A beacon of Parisian glamour and haute couture, its green courtyard, La Cour Jardin, brings Brittany to the city. Located in the Golden Triangle, fashion houses and Michelin stars are steps away.
Type: Palace
Amenities: Eiffel Tower views, Michelin-starred Shang Palace
In-House: Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée, Le Relais Plaza, La Cour Jardin, La Terrasse Montaigne, Le Bar, La Galerie
Atmosphere: Parisian, High-end glamour
What we love: Booking Dior’s Belle de Nuit spa ritual before a night out.
Book your reservation HERE.
Hôtel des Académies et des Arts
6th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Benoît Linero and Hôtel des Académies et des Arts.
Evoking the spirit of the Belle Époque, Hôtel des Académies et des Arts immerses guests in a world where art and hospitality meet. Some rooms feature hand-painted frescoes, while views of the legendary Académie offer daily inspiration. Creativity is encouraged, sometimes, quite literally, on the walls.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Artist-themed rooms, atelier-style tea salon
In-House: Cafe Atelier
Atmosphere: Modern, romantic, minimalism
What we love: Visiting the open art studio—rare for any hotel.
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Monsieur Cadet
9th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Benoît Linero and Monsieur Cadet.
Monsieur Cadet blends Art Deco elegance with the charm of the Roaring Twenties—think patterned wallpaper, blue velvet sofas, and fresh flowers throughout. Each floor has its own distinct ambiance. A cozy piano bar and outdoor terrace round out the boutique Parisian experience.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Vintage bar, intimate hammam
In-House: Piano Bar
Atmosphere: Elegant, Art Deco, charming
What we love: Indulging in the house-made ice cream on the terrace.
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Monsieur Aristide
9th Arrondissement
Courtesy of Benoît Linero and Monsieur Aristide.
Tucked away in Montmartre, Monsieur Aristide is a bohemian hideaway with just 25 rooms. Its intimate scale fosters conversation among guests in the salon or garden terrace. Locals flock to Café Aristide, giving the space a true neighborhood feel, far from the buzz of central Paris.
Type: Boutique
Amenities: Bohemian terrace garden, Mediterranean bistro
In-House: Café Aristide
Atmosphere: Bohemian charm
What we love: Sharing a cheese board over wine at Café Aristide.
Book your reservation HERE.
Cheval Blanc
1st Arrondissement
Courtesy of Alexandre Tabaste and Cheval Blanc Paris.
Type: Luxury, Art Deco
Amenities: Dior Spa, a large indoorand pool, a gym, four dining establishments
In-House: Plénitude, Hakuba, Le Tout-Paris, Langosteria
Atmosphere: Chic, contemporary luxury
Set between Le Marais, Ile de la Cite, and the Louvre is LVMH’s flagship Paris hotel: Cheval Blanc. Here, guests can enjoy 72 rooms in a landmark Art Deco and Art Nouveau building that pairs timeless elegance with contemporary luxury. Amenities at the hotel are supreme for solo travelers and families alike, including a Dior Spa, the largest indoor hotel pool in Paris, the Le Carrousel kid’s’ club, and a suite of acclaimed restaurants: Plénitude, Le Tout-Paris, Langosteria, and Hakuba.
Discover exceptional views from both the 7th-floor terrace, open in summer, and the 10th-floor panoramic deck. Rely on an expert concierge team to curate fun activities for the family—from games to behind-the-scenes hotel explorations. Enjoy 24-hour majordome butler service.
What we love: Appreciating the interiors designed by Peter Marino, including marble sculptures, custom leather pieces, artworks by Vik Muniz, lithographs by Sonia Delaunay, and more.
Book your reservation HERE.
