The best romantic hotels in Paris

Located in the quiet area of La Motte-Picquet, just a stone’s throw from the Eiffel Tower, the Champ de Mars and the bustling Rue du Commerce, this is a hotel with all the advantages of the capital (without its inconveniences). The 1913 building has been restored but its precious period cement tiles continue to entice travellers from the world over. The four-star hotel is a mix of Baroque and contemporary decor, with rooms featuring flatscreen TVs and minibar. The luxurious bathrooms feature Versace tiles and Hermès toiletries. Can't get any fancier than that. 

Budget range? Top end of the scale. 
Time Out tip: Make the most of being just a short walk from the Eiffel Tower. 

With Opéra on one side and Tuileries on the other, the four-star Le Pradey offers 28 bright and well-appointed rooms recently renovated by architect Vincent Bastie (who also worked on the Burgundy and the Costes). The rooms are warm, inviting, and very charming, with all the modern amenities you'll need. 

Budget range? The price you pay for perfection. 
Time Out tip: You may want to include breakfast with your stay, if not for the food then for the underground vault it's served in.

The famed Dan Vinci hotel celebrates the master of the Renaissance. Nods to Leonardo are everywhere, from the entrance to the rooms – 204 for example includes the indigo found in ‘Madonna of the Carnation’ and the angelic sweetness of ‘Virgin on the Rocks’. Exposed beams and antique lamps in each fragrant room give the place a romantic atmosphere of the Paris of yesteryear.

Budget range? Certainly on the spenny side. 
Time Out tip: You and your beau can order Champagne to the spa's secret pool, topped off with a couples' massage. 

Until a few years ago, 11 rue des Gravilliers, in the 3rd, was a precious metals factory. Now there is nothing left of that but the skeleton of the old house, which is now home to the bar and duplex rooms at the discreet Jules & Jim Hotel. Concrete, wood, stone, glass – these simple materials make for a super refined aesthetic. 

Budget range? Pretty decent for its central location. 
Time Out tip: Enjoy a cocktail by the outdoor fireplace on the terrace and courtyard. 

This hotel’s past is certainly colourful. This former brothel is hidden away from the world and keeps the Belle Epoque Pigalle of yesteryear alive – at least in spirit. Once you’ve acquainted yourself with its risqué history, you can plunge into the other dazzling commodities: a bar serving delicious cocktails and the spa, complete with a swimming pool you can rent by the hour. 

Budget range? Slightly above average for Paris.
Time Out tip: The opulent lounge bar has a creative cocktail menu featuring sips with lime whipped cream and hibiscus syrup. 

This hotel in the heart of Pigalle is swathed in deep sensuous colours, with touches of 50s style. The tone is fun and creative, and more than a little tongue-in-cheek; Think vintage kitsch. The rooms, corridors and even the lift are all small, but it more than makes up for that in character.

Budget range? Pretty standard for Paris. 
Time Out tip: The private courtyard is the perfect place to unwind, and complements the hotel's reputation as one of Paris' best kept secrets. 

Five was the first boutique hotel in the French capital and is located in the historic Latin Quarter. A 15 minute walk away from the Luxembourg Gardens and in close range of a main metro station, you'll be in a prime location to venture out and explore. The small number of rooms result in staff being able to give each guest a tailored experience, providing all the help and advise they need to get the most out of their stay. Their massages are a great way to get in the romantic mood, Champagne and flowers to be sent to your room to surprise your other half. 

Budget range? Fairly reasonable. 
Time Out tip: Their lovingly prepared breakfast will be the best way to start your day.  

Oozing style and sophistication, Seven Hotel is gauranteed to fit the aesthetic for that Paris holiday you've been dreaming of. The themed rooms mean that no one stay is the same, and they all contain homely touches like sofas, pianos and record players. Wall art adds to the chic, thought-out design of the seven suites. You can also treat yourselves to a couples massage. 

Budget range? For a special occassion. 
Time Out tip: Wellness professionals offer beauty services, so you can get your hair and makeup done before a romantic dinner date. 

Since opening ten years ago, Hotel Amour has enjoyed a reputation for being a stronghold of Parisian trendiness. Located in the heart of SoPi (South Pigalle), just a few streets from Pigalle and its sex shops, this boutique hotel is love and eroticism-themed, an old-school recipe that seduces couples (especially the fashionable ones), to discover the side of Paris for lovers. 

Budget range? They cater to a range of budgets with their wide selection of rooms.
Time Out tip: You can splash out a duplex with a mezzanine bedroom and breathtaking terrace views. 

This hotel was the final piece of the jigsaw for the Seine. It has its clubs, barge restaurants and other cruise ships moored on its banks, but now it finally has its own floating hotel at Quai d’Austerlitz. Opened in June 2016 and designed by Gérard Ronzatti, Off Paris Seine is drawing the crowds to its enormous wood, zinc and glass structure. 

Budget range? Above average. 
Time Out tip: Expect panoramic views and a party atmosphere by the pool area. 

Majestically located in between the Eiffel Tower and Les Invalides, the Narcisse Blanc Hotel-Spa watches the city through its windows, but remains far from the hustle and bustle of the city, in absolute calm. Never flashy, always discreet and luxurious, the rooms play upon delicate, light, cream-coloured tones. Art Deco, Art Nouveau and modern furniture come together in perfect harmony with ravishing fabrics like velour, tweed or silk. 

Budget range? Very spenny. 
Time Out tip: They serve a gourmet breakfast that can be sent up to your room if you're having a lazy morning. 

La Maison Favart might be as close as you’ll get to heaven on earth. Nestled in the confines of the 2nd arrondissement, on the discreet rue Marivaux, the hotel has been neighbours with the Opéra-Comique since 1824. Staff are warm and smiley, while decor is clean without being puritanical, refined and elegant with its pastel tones and plaid carpets. 

Budget range? Top end of the budget. 
Time Out tip: The wellness spa has a sauna, indoor pool and self-programme massage bed. 

Ideally placed in the 15th arrondissement, opposite Cambronne metro station, First Hotel will seduce you with its chic monochrome style, comfort and proximity to the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars (only fifteen minutes on foot). Its modern designed rooms (complete with cosy bedding) offer stunning views of the famous Parisian roofs, and for some – the Iron Lady.

Budget range? 'Treat yourself' territory. 
Time Out tip: Can't bear to part with your pet? Bring them along.