Our three picks, with one reason and one limit each
Indicative nightly rates for a double room, read in September 2026; check your dates before booking.
- Small budget: Pavillon Nation (11th), from around €70 (~$77). Reason: a 3-star hotel with four metro lines and the RER A two minutes away, so the whole city is one ride from the door. Limit: it is far from the major monuments, so you will use the metro every day.
- First visit, central: Hôtel de la Herse d'Or (Marais-Bastille, 4th), from around €90 (~$99). Reason: a 3-star hotel in the heart of the Marais with a lift serving every floor, and metro line 1 at Bastille or Saint-Paul. Limit: the rate leaves the budget bracket quickly at weekends and in high season.
- Family: Hôtel International Paris (Bastille-République, 11th), €86-160 (~$95-176). Reason: soundproofed rooms, breakfast included and République five minutes away on foot. Limit: not every floor has lift access, so ask when you book, and confirm the room can sleep your whole family.
Where to stay in Paris at a glance
| Area | Best for | Price band (per night) | Example hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marais (4th) | First visit, walkable, historic centre | Budget, from around €90 (~$99) | Hôtel de la Herse d'Or |
| Palais-Royal / Louvre (1st) | Sightseeing on foot, Louvre and gardens | Mid-range, from €224 (~$246) | Hôtel Thérèse |
| Latin Quarter (5th) | Student atmosphere, Panthéon, spa and rooftop | Mid-range, from €190 (~$209) | Hôtel Pilgrim |
| Bastille-République (11th) | Good value, nightlife, central by metro | Budget to mid-range, €86-160 (~$95-176) | Hôtel International Paris |
| Nation (11th) | Lowest hotel rates, four metro lines and RER A | Budget, from around €70 (~$77) | Pavillon Nation |
| Canal Saint-Martin (10th) | Solo travellers, hostel beds, young crowd | Budget, dorm bed from €24-28 (~$26-31) | Generator Paris |
| Tuileries (1st) and 8th arrondissement | Palace stay, luxury shopping and dining | Luxury, from €1,320 (~$1,452) | Le Meurice / Hôtel Plaza Athénée (from €1,785 (~$1,964)) |
How this selection was put together
The hotels listed below are existing establishments, chosen for their location (a central neighbourhood or one well connected by metro), their official star rating and their price positioning. This is not an objective ranking, nor a review tested by Paris Authority: the prices shown are indicative nightly rates for a double room outside high season, recorded in September 2026 — they vary with dates, availability and current offers. Always check the up-to-date rate directly on the hotel's website or a booking platform before deciding.
Budget hotels and hostels (€25-110/night)
| Hotel | Neighbourhood | Metro | Indicative price/night | Strengths | Drawbacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ibis budget Paris Porte de Vincennes | Porte de Vincennes (20th), 2 avenue Léon-Gaumont | Saint-Mandé (line 1), 5 min on foot | from around €60 (~$66) | 2 stars, rooms for 1 to 3 people, line 1 runs direct to Bastille, the Marais, the Louvre and the Champs-Élysées | Basic comfort, mixed guest reviews on cleanliness and room condition |
| Pavillon Nation | Nation (11th), 13 boulevard de Charonne | Nation (lines 1, 2, 6, 9 and RER A), 2 min on foot | from around €70 (~$77) | 3 stars, 43 rooms, four metro lines and the RER A right by the hotel | Far from the major monuments, to be combined with the metro |
| Hôtel de la Herse d'Or | Marais-Bastille (4th), 20 rue Saint-Antoine | Bastille (lines 1, 5, 8) or Saint-Paul (line 1) | from around €90 (~$99) | 3 stars in the heart of the Marais, lift serving every floor, better terms advertised for direct bookings | Central address in high demand: the rate quickly leaves the budget bracket at weekends and in high season |
Hostels: dorm bed or private room
For a solo traveller, a dorm bed remains the cheapest option in Paris. Most hostels also offer private rooms, which are useful for couples or families. In this table, prices are given per dorm bed and per private room, not per double room as elsewhere in this article.
| Hostel | Neighbourhood | Metro | Indicative price/night | Strengths | Drawbacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generator Paris | Canal Saint-Martin (10th), 9-11 place du Colonel-Fabien | Colonel Fabien (line 2), 2 min on foot | bed from €24-28 (~$26-31), private room from €107 (~$118) | Dorms with 4 to 10 beds (including women-only dorms), bathroom in every room, rooftop terrace and bar | Party atmosphere; private rooms cost as much as a budget hotel |
| The People Paris Belleville (formerly Les Piaules) | Belleville (11th), 59 boulevard de Belleville | Belleville (lines 2, 11) or Couronnes (line 2) | bed from €25 (~$28), double room from €90 (~$99), family room from €79 (~$87) | Art Deco building, lively bar, bed linen provided | Lively, noisy area in the evening; towels charged in dorms (€4) |
| St Christopher's Paris Canal | Bassin de la Villette (19th), 159 rue de Crimée | Crimée (line 7) | bed from €24.90 (~$27), private room from €78 (~$86) | Terrace by the canal basin, bar, women-only dorms, 24-hour reception | Far from the historic centre; breakfast extra (€6) |
| MIJE Marais | Marais (4th), three buildings: 6 rue de Fourcy, 11 rue du Fauconnier, 12 rue des Barres | Saint-Paul (line 1) or Hôtel de Ville (lines 1, 11) | bed from €40 (~$44), single room from €80 (~$88), twin room from €95 (~$105) | Renovated 17th-century buildings, breakfast included, in the heart of Paris | Membership (€3) and towel hire (€6) extra |
| HI Paris Yves Robert | La Chapelle (18th), 20 esplanade Nathalie-Sarraute | La Chapelle (line 2), Marx Dormoy (line 12), Gare du Nord 800 m away | bed from around €30 (~$33) | Eco-friendly hostel powered by solar panels, rooms with 1 to 6 beds, open all year | Station district with few sights; reception open 7am to 11pm |
Rates recorded in September 2026, excluding tourist tax, and liable to vary widely depending on dates.
Tips for paying less
- Choose your dates: January and February, outside school holidays, are generally the cheapest months; prices soar, on the other hand, over the festive season and during major events such as Fashion Week. Shifting your stay by a day or two is often enough to bring the bill down. See our guide to the best time to visit Paris.
- Aim for well-connected districts rather than the very centre: the 11th, 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th arrondissements, as well as the neighbouring towns served by the metro (Saint-Mandé and Vincennes on line 1, Montreuil on line 9, Saint-Ouen on lines 13 and 14), often offer better rates. Check for a direct line to the sights you want to see with our metro and RER guide, and compare areas in Where to stay in Paris.
- Budget for the tourist tax: in Paris in 2026 it is, per adult per night, €2.60 in a hostel or 1-star hotel, €3.25 in a 2-star hotel and €5.53 in a 3-star hotel; under-18s are exempt. For unclassified accommodation, it amounts to 5% of the nightly price per person, capped at €15.93 (~$18). A couple spending three nights in a 3-star hotel therefore pays an extra €33.18 (~$36).
- Read what is included: breakfast, towels, membership or lockers are sometimes charged on top in hostels; compare the total price, not just the headline rate.
- Beware of undeclared rentals: in Paris, every short-term holiday rental listing must display a registration number. Avoid listings without one and never pay by bank transfer or outside the booking platform.
For more ways to save (transport, meals, free museums), see our guide Paris on a budget.
Mid-range hotels, good value for money (3-4 stars, €130-250/night)
| Hotel | Neighbourhood | Metro | Indicative price/night | Strengths | Drawbacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hôtel International Paris | Bastille-République (11th) | République, 5 min on foot | €86-160 (~$95-176) | Soundproofed rooms, breakfast included | Not every floor has lift access, depending on the establishment in this category |
| Hôtel Thérèse | Palais-Royal (1st) | Pyramides / Palais-Royal | from €224 (~$246) | Charming boutique hotel, a stone's throw from the Louvre and the Palais-Royal | Rates climb quickly in high season |
| Hôtel Pilgrim | Latin Quarter (5th) | near Jussieu | from €190 (~$209) | Spa with pool and hammam, rooftop with a view of the Panthéon | Sits at the top of this price bracket |
Luxury hotels and palaces (5 stars, from €1,300/night)
| Hotel | Neighbourhood | Indicative price/night | Strengths | Drawbacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Meurice | Rue de Rivoli, facing the Tuileries (1st) | from €1,320 (~$1,452) | View over the Tuileries, Alain Ducasse restaurant | Palace prices, booking in advance recommended |
| Four Seasons George V | Avenue George V (8th) | from €2,012 (~$2,213) | Three Michelin stars (Le Cinq), heated indoor pool | Well away from the historic centre |
| Hôtel Plaza Athénée | Avenue Montaigne (8th) | from €1,785 (~$1,964) | Iconic address of Parisian haute couture | Same remark: a chic neighbourhood, but far from the Louvre and the Île de la Cité |
Best hotels in Paris: quick picks by traveller type
If you only want the short answer to "best hotels in Paris", here are the picks from the tables above (our selection, not a tested ranking):
- First visit, best area: the Marais (4th). Most sights are a walk or a ride on metro line 1 away (Saint-Paul, Hôtel de Ville). Hôtel de la Herse d'Or is the budget-friendly address there.
- Best for the Louvre and a classic stay: Hôtel Thérèse (1st), from €224 (~$246).
- Best mid-range with a spa: Hôtel Pilgrim (5th), from €190 (~$209), with a pool, hammam and rooftop.
- Best value: Pavillon Nation (11th), from around €70 (~$77), with four metro lines and RER A at the door; Hôtel International Paris (11th), €86-160 (~$95-176).
- Best for solo travellers: Generator Paris (10th), dorm beds from €24-28 (~$26-31).
- Best splurge: Le Meurice (1st), from €1,320 (~$1,452), facing the Tuileries Garden.
Common mistakes: booking the cheapest room far from a metro station (a 15-minute walk costs more in time than it saves in money); assuming air conditioning, since many older Paris hotels have none and summer heat waves are now frequent, so check before booking July or August; and expecting large rooms, as double rooms in central Paris are often compact. From Charles de Gaulle airport, RER B takes you to Châtelet–Les Halles, one short ride on line 1 from the Marais.
How to choose according to your profile
If the deciding factor for you is the neighbourhood rather than the budget — being close to a specific monument, a local, lived-in atmosphere, peace and quiet or nightlife — our guide Where to stay in Paris: choosing the right neighbourhood details the different areas of the city. If you are specifically looking for a hotel around the Louvre, our dedicated selection Where to stay near the Louvre compares addresses within walking distance of the museum.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cheap hotel in Paris cost? Expect €60 to €110 a night for a double room in a budget hotel outside peak season, and €24 to €40 a bed in a hostel (prices checked in September 2026).
Which area is best for cheap accommodation? Nation, Bastille-République and Porte de Vincennes have the lowest rates, with a direct metro to the centre.
When are hotels cheapest? Usually in January and February, outside school holidays; prices rise over the festive season and during major events.
Is the tourist tax included in the price? No, it is added on top, from €2.60 per adult per night in a hostel or 1-star hotel to €5.53 in a 3-star hotel.
