Los Mejores Hoteles en Paris

Paris: guía del viajero

Paris hotels are an industry of detail. The 75001 palace hotels around Place Vendôme — Ritz, Mandarin Oriental, Le Meurice — have been polishing the same brand of grandeur for over a century. Across the river, the Left Bank's smaller maisons trade ballroom scale for poet-and-gallery character. The choice between staying in the Marais and the 7th arrondissement is the choice between vintage cafés and Eiffel Tower views — both undeniably Paris.

Dónde alojarse

• 1er & Place Vendôme. Palace hotels, the Louvre, Tuileries Garden, haute joaillerie windows. Most central and most expensive.
• Le Marais (3e/4e). Pre-Haussmann mansions converted to boutique hotels, gay-friendly nightlife, the best Sunday shopping in the city.
• Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6e). Left Bank intellectual quarter — Café de Flore, Les Deux Magots, antique galleries, polished townhouse hotels.
• 7e (Eiffel Tower / Invalides). Tower views from upper-floor rooms, embassy quiet, top museums. Less restaurant scene than the Marais but more iconic.
• Montmartre (18e). Hilltop village above the city. Sacré-Cœur, narrow stairs, romantic boutique hotels. Less central but unmistakably Parisian.

Cuándo ir

May to early July and September to October balance weather and crowds. Late July through August empties of locals (many restaurants close) and fills with tourists. Winter is gray but Paris is at its quietest — and December lights are spectacular.

Consejos prácticos

• The Métro is fast and goes everywhere. Buy a Navigo Easy card (rechargeable) on arrival. RER B from CDG to central Paris is about 35 minutes.
• Most attractions require advance timed tickets — Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Sainte-Chapelle, Eiffel Tower. Buy directly from official sites two weeks ahead.
• Restaurant lunch (the prix fixe formule) is dramatically cheaper than dinner for the same kitchen. Two-Michelin tables can be €60 at noon and €240 at night.
• Service is included in restaurant prices in France. A small extra cash tip (€1–5) for excellent service is appreciated but not expected.

Preguntas frecuentes

How much is the Paris tourist tax?

A nightly tourist tax is collected by the hotel based on its star category. It is added to the bill at the property, often around €1.50–€5 per person per night. Confirm at booking.

Are Paris hotel rooms small?

Yes — average rooms are noticeably smaller than U.S. equivalents at the same price tier. Suites in 19th-century buildings can be charming but compact. Filter for size if it matters to you.

Should I tip the concierge or porter?

Optional but appreciated. €1–€2 per bag for a porter and €5–€20 for a meaningful concierge service (hard reservations, unusual logistics) is the local norm.