Best Airbnbs in Paris, flat with view of the Eiffel Tower and on the Seine
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The Best Airbnbs in Paris for 2026

Planning a visit to the French capital? Explore it in style from one of these stylish Airbnbs in Paris

Alix Leridon
Contributor: Anya Ryan
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Whether you’re sipping champagne on a penthouse balcony or gazing out French windows over lively cafes, finding the best Airbnbs in Paris is all about location and atmosphere. From romantic apartments with Eiffel Tower views to hidden townhouses with lush private gardens, every traveller’s ideal stay is different. To help you book the perfect Parisian getaway, we’ve vetted the top-rated rentals across Le Marais, Montmartre, and Saint-Germain for every style and budget.

➡️ READ MORE: Our full guide to the best neighbourhoods in Paris

The best Airbnbs in Paris at a glance

🗼 Best for Eiffel Tower scenes: Flat with two balconies on the Seine
❤️ Best for couples: Groundfloor studio in Old Montmarte
🥐 Best for foodies: A writer’s flat in Saint-Germain
💸 Best budget: Garden of your own in Jourdain
🛍️ Best for shopping: A stylish apartment by Gare du Nord

Who makes the cut?

While we might not stay in every Airbnb featured, we've based our list on top reviews, hosts, and amenities to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to hotels in Paris

Are Airbnbs legal in Paris?

Yes they are legal if hosts display a 13-digit registration number. Plus, primary residences are capped at 120 days a year.

Is it better to stay in an Airbnb or hotel in Paris?

Airbnbs offer local flavour and come with a kitchen, meaning you can whip up something delicious from all of Paris's fresh produce markets.

But hotels bypass the strict luggage-drop times common with Paris Airbnbs, so it's your call. If you do go for a hotel, check out our guide to the best of the best in the city.

What's the best area to stay in Paris?

It really depends on what you’re looking for. If it’s your first time in Paris, you’ll probably want to stay close to the city centre so you have easy access to the main sights. Areas like the Tuileries, Le Marais, and the literary paradise Saint-Germain are all great options. If you’re looking to get more value for your money, consider staying a little further out in the 15th, 18th, 19th, or 20th arrondissements (you'll feel more like a local here, too!) But, for trendy café culture and a bohemian atmosphere, Montmartre is a standout choice, with its charming streets and artistic vibe. Buttes Chaumont serves up some glorious Parisian townhouses. Seriously, there’s something for everyone in the city of love. 

Best Paris Airbnbs

1. Best Eiffel Tower views: Flat with two balconies on the Seine

Neighbourhood: 16th arrondissement

Sitting on the prestigious Avenue de New York directly along the Seine, this huge apartment in the 16th arrondissement has uninterrupted front-row views of the Eiffel Tower from two private balconies. Inside, you'll find two double bedrooms, a living area, a fully equipped chef's kitchen (complete with dishwasher, oven, and coffee setup), a separate toilet and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. Yes you're on the 6th floor (hence the views). But don't fret, there's a You're just a scenic stroll across the river from the Champ de Mars, Trocadéro, and the banks of the Seine, which by the way, you can swim in now.

Price: From €2,032 per night

Rooms: Two bedrooms. Sleeps six

Time Out says: This luxurious flat is very well located indeed. It's a 5-minute walk to Iéna (Line 9) or Pont de l'Alma (RER C), taking you directly to the Champs-Élysées, Musée d'Orsay, Notre-Dame, and Versailles without unnecessary transfers

2. Best for foodies: Writer’s flat in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Neighbourhood: Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th arrondissement)

This flat looks like something out of a Belle Epoque novel and is conveniently located in the heart of literary Paris. Eccentric and stylish, it’s a trip in itself with many vintage pieces and piles of books that Aragon (the famous French poet and novelist) would have adored. Cuddle up in its cosy atmosphere, or go make the most of the location and explore outside, right between the Seine and the Luxembourg Garden. The kitchen is small but functional, but if you're exploring Paris's restaurant scene, you're just up the road from Ippudo and Kodawari, two of the best ramen spots in town.

Price: From €531 per night

Rooms: One bedroom. Sleeps two

Time Out says: Saint-Germain-des-Prés is a literary wonderland. You're only two steps away from the iconic Les Deux Magots, where famous patrons like James Baldwin, Ernest Hemmingway, George Orwell and Simone de Beauvoir would draft up their classics. Plus your only 30 metres from the Seine and a quick walk to Odéon metro stop

➡️Want to know what else to do in Saint-Germain? Read our guide 

Alix Leridon
Alix Leridon
Journaliste, Time Out Paris
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3. Best for big groups: A Majorelle-blue house close to Arc de Triomphe

Neighbourhood: Passy (16th arrondissement)

A feast for the eyes, the soul and the mind. This impeccably preserved flat drops you straight into the world of Louis XVI style. Picture this: a powder-blue dining room, a salon with ornate mouldings, oversized windows, plump cushions and that chateau atmosphere – minus the royal etiquette. Feeling tired? Head to the double bedroom, with its green silk panels and regal bed. Time to unwind? There’s a deep bath waiting for you. If “Paris” means Versailles vibes, gilded décor and a plate of macarons, your search ends here. This dream fits ten.

Price: Around €1,150 per night

Rooms: Five bedrooms. Sleeps up to ten guests

Time Out says: This Airbnb is on a private street which gives you total peace and quiet. It also has full air conditioning, which is very much needed for those summer heatwaves, and a lift. It's a 3-minute walk to Charles de Gaulle – Étoile (Metro Lines 1, 2, 6, and RER A) offering direct, fast access across the city to the Louvre, Le Marais, and La Défense

4. Best balcony: Art Deco Airbnb in Passy

Neighbourhood: Passy 

On the hunt for a romantic getaway? Picture yourself sipping wine on your spacious terrace while watching the lights twinkle across the Seine to the Eiffel Tower. This apartment isn’t just perfectly located, only a ten-minute stroll from Trocadéro, it’s also beautifully appointed inside. Its two floors are linked by a curved Art Deco staircase, and it boasts quirky and stylish furnishings. Interested? You’ll want to book this well in advance, as the waiting list has been known to stretch as far as a year.

Price: €2,534 for a three-night minimum stay

Rooms: Two bedrooms. Sleeps up to four guests

Time Out says: If you're after the whole stereotypical Paris thing, you won't get anywhere better. I mean, just look at those Eiffel Tower views. The 72 Bus stop is directly at the foot of the building, offering Paris's most scenic ground-level transit route straight past the Palais de Tokyo, Grand Palais, Place de la Concorde, the Louvre, and Le Marais without taking the underground

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5. Best nightlife: Historic flat next to the Square du Temple

Neighbourhood: Le Marais (3rd and 4th arrondissements)

This stunning flat on the first floor of a building in Le Marais is right across the Square du Temple and Elie Wiesel memorial, and delivers an expertly curated mix of historic finery with chaotic nonchalance. The front room is the epitome of "all gold everything" and is beautifully lit thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, while the bedroom is a deliciously dark and shady nook to get some shut-eye. An eclectic collection of paintings and furnishings, along with an exemplary use of mirrors, gives this place a truly unique atmosphere.

Price: From €562 per night. Three-night minimum

Rooms: One bedroom. Sleeps two

Time Out says: Le Marais is an exquisitely fun neighbourhood known for hip bars and eateries and its LGBTQ+ community. Explore the lively streets and medieval architecture while making your way to Place des Vosges, the oldest planned square in Paris. You're within an easy 10-to-15-minute walk of iconic landmarks like the Musée Picasso, Place des Vosges, and Notre-Dame Cathedral, surrounded by the neighbourhood's best boutiques and natural wine bars

➡️ Want to know what else to do in Le Marais? Read our area guide

6. Best for foodies: Garden of your own in Jourdain

Neighbourhood: Jourdain (20th arrondissement)

Ideal for a romantic, culinary getaway, this Airbnb has a kitchen worthy of the greatest chefs. It also has a spacious garden and barbecue, and there is no greater privilege in Paris than having your own outdoor space. As if you're not spoiled enough, this home is just a stone's throw from the Metro and Buttes Chaumont, one of the city's most beautiful parks. The district is also a local favourite for its many bistros, bars and boui-boui (French slang for greasy spoons).  

Price: From €292 per night. Two-night minimum

Rooms: One bedroom. Sleeps two

Time Out says: Jourdain is filled with cosy cafes and brunch spots that will get you excited for waking up early on your holiday. Then, stay up late with a glass of wine on the vibrant Rue de Belleville. This Airbnb is just a one-minute walk away from Jourdain or Place des Fêtes Metro (Line 11 and Line 7bis), whisking you directly to Place de la République, the Pompidou Centre, and Hôtel de Ville in under 15 minutes

➡️ Want to know what else to do in Belleville? Read our guide 

Alix Leridon
Alix Leridon
Journaliste, Time Out Paris
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7. Best in Bastille: Airbnb with patio and courtyard

Neighbourhood: Popincourt (11th arrondissement)

Paris isn’t just about Haussmann mouldings and wrought-iron balconies. Proof? This futuristic hideaway, tucked just a few steps from Bastille. Four bedrooms, three terraces, a private courtyard and a design that could double as a gallery. Bold colours, clean lines, a lived-in art space vibe – French style has dropped the rulebook and gone gloriously rogue. A true architect’s villa, quietly holding its own in the middle of the city buzz. There's even air con in every bedroom...

Price: Around €1,380 per night. Seven-night minimum stay

Rooms: Four. Sleeps up to eight

Time Out says: You're minutes on foot from Place de Bastille, Place des Vosges, Père Lachaise, the bustling food markets of Le Marais, and Voltaire Metro (Line 9)

8. Best for couples: Groundfloor studio in Old Montmarte

Neighbourhood: Montmartre (18th arrondissement)

Tucked away down a leafy sidestreet in Montmarte, this quiet little groundfloor studio takes the area’s beatnik roots very seriously. The place is a bohemian paradise lovingly filled with antiques found in Parisian auction rooms and flea markets. The bedroom door opens out onto a flower-strewn courtyard where you can sip a morning espresso before exploring one of the city’s most famous neighbourhoods. There’s no cooking in the studio, but the host, Charlotte, can provide breakfast in the morning on request. 

Price: €234 per night. Two-night minimum

Rooms: One bedroom. Sleeps two

Time Out says: The Sacré-Cœur and Musée de Montmartre are both within walking distance, where you'll find lovely shops, multicultural eateries and a cabaret on the hilly, cobbled streets. It's a short 4-minute walk to Abbesses or Lamarck - Caulaincourt (Line 12), taking you directly to Place de la Concorde, Musée d'Orsay, and Saint-Germain-des-Prés without changing lines

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9. Best for shopping: Stylish apartment right by Gare du Nord

Neighbourhood: Saint-Vincent-de-Paul (10th arrondissement)

Paris is a city with an immense sense of style – so why not live like a local with this insanely fashionable pad? Plush upholstery, boldly patterned wallpaper, and dozens of neat design touches mark out this apartment, which is in Île de France, ie. the heart of everything there is to see and do in Paris. And just when you think this place couldn’t get any chicer, it’s also exceptionally close to the Canal Saint-Martin, which is renowned for its vintage shops, jewellery boutiques, and art galleries. The gorgeous apartment sleeps up to eight guests in three bedrooms, making it the perfect pad for a girls' weekend away. 

Price: From €350 per night. Two-night minimum

Rooms: Three bedrooms. Sleeps up to eight guests

Time Out says: You're in the thick of it all and near excellent transport. The metro at Gare du Nord will swiftly take you to Parisian landmarks like the Louvre, Jardin des Tuileries and Champs-Élysées. Metro Lines 4 and 5 take you straight to Châtelet, Saint-Michel, and Notre-Dame

10. Best for sightseeing: Luxury home near the Royal Palace

Neighbourhood: Louvre district (1st arrondissement)

Listed as a Historic Monument, this one-of-a-kind Airbnb, originally built by Cardinal Richelieu in 1639, is a real journey through history. Take your pick from six bedrooms (including two master suites) and indulge in your private bathrooms (all but one). Embrace your inner Parisian as you sip café et croissant in the morning, basking in the natural light that pours through the glass-roofed lounge with stunning views of the Royal Palace and the Louvre. 

Price: From €1075 per night. Three-night minimum

Rooms: Six beds. Sleeps up to 12 guests

Time Out says: Wander the Louvre, parade in the Jardins des Tulieres and stroll the Seine like the main character of any Parisian film. There are plenty of affordable boulangerie options just around the corner, too

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