Paris

Paris, France

Paris, the capital of France, sits elegantly along the Seine River and is renowned worldwide as the "City of Light" for its cultural brilliance, world-class art, and historic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. With a population of around 2 million in the city proper and over 11 million in the greater metropolitan area, Paris blends iconic Haussmann-era boulevards with vibrant neighborhoods across its 20 arrondissements. A major global hub for fashion, gastronomy, and tourism, it welcomes millions of visitors annually through its key airports, Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Orly (ORY), making it perfect for both quick stopovers and extended stays.

Where to Stay

Our area recommendations are carefully chosen by a team of five professional travel consultants with more than 40 years of combined experience. We combine that expertise with thousands of client experiences and feedback, along with our own personal travel knowledge, to select the areas that offer the best balance of location, convenience, and value for every type of traveller.

Paris is broken up in to Arrondissements or areas - We've labeled them by their corresponding number. In short, the centre of the city is the 1st to 4th Arrondissement and it circles out from there.

Budget

Family

Luxury

Where

Montmartre (18th Arr.) or 10th Arrondissement

Why

The 10th or 18th arrondissement is ideal for budget travelers because they offer significantly lower accommodation costs, authentic local dining, and vibrant, non-touristy atmospheres, all while maintaining good metro access to central sights.

Where

7th Arrondissement, 6th Arrondissement or the 15th Arrondissement

Why

The 6th and 7th arrondissements are great for families because they’re safe, calm, and central, with easy transport, excellent parks like Luxembourg Gardens and Champ de Mars, wide walkable streets, and plenty of family‑friendly cafés, bakeries, and attractions.

Where

2nd Arrondissement or 3rd Arrondissement

Why

The 2nd and 3rd arrondissements are ideal for first‑time visitors because they’re centrally located, walkable to major sights, rich in Parisian charm, and offer a perfect balance of lively streets, culture, great food, and authentic neighborhood atmosphere.

Recommended Hotels

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Hotel Lumières Montmartre Paris

Stylish but simple, clean rooms, great value for Montmartre

Average cost per night (AUD) - $190

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Boronali Hotel

Contemporary rooms, friendly staff, quiet street but close to the action.

Average cost per night (AUD) - $199

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Est Hotel

Simple, reliable, and perfectly located between Gare du Nord and République.

Average cost per night (AUD) - $220

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Hôtel Michelet Odeon

A simple, modern, good‑value hotel in an unbeatable Left Bank location — right between Odéon and Luxembourg Gardens, one of the best areas in Paris for families

Average cost per night (AUD) - $499

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Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs

Spacious, stylish rooms, quiet street, and close to Luxembourg Gardens — one of the best parks in Paris for kids

Average cost per night (AUD) - $799

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Hôtel Bleu de Grenelle

Refined, modern, excellent location near shops and metro. Good value for the area

Average cost per night (AUD) - $540

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Grand Hotel du Palais Royal

Steps from the Louvre and the Palais Royal gardens, this hotel blends refined Parisian elegance with modern luxury.

Average cost per night (AUD) - $900

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Le Meurice - Dorchester Collection

Le Meurice is a refined palace hotel that blends classic Parisian elegance with a playful, artistic edge, while still delivering exceptional service and a truly luxurious stay.

Average cost per night (AUD) - $1700

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Cheval Blanc Paris

One of the most luxurious modern hotels in central Paris, praised for its exceptional service, views, and standout dining.

Average cost per night (AUD) - $3500

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