パリに来る日程を決め、フライトを予約したら、次にステップはパリでの滞在先を決めること。しかし、パリでの宿泊先を決めるのは、思っているほど簡単ではありませんよね。というのも、宿泊先を選ぶには多くのことを考慮に入れなければならないからです。例えば、初めてパリを訪れる場合、エッフェル塔やオペラ座、ルーブル美術館といった「バケットリスト」に載るような観光スポットに近いのはどの辺りなのか？皆さん気になりますよね。
では、パリでいい宿を見つけるにはどうしたらいいのでしょうか？ずばり、考える点は2つ。まず、見たいもの、やりたいことに一番近いエリアを選び、次に予算に合った宿泊施設を選ぶこと。
O'Bon Parisチームは、パリでの滞在先を簡単に選べるように、みなさんの旅の目的や興味（雰囲気、治安など）に関連するパリの地区情報と、その地区で選べるホテルのセレクションをまとめました。また、幅広い選択肢（高級ホテル：1000～1500€／中級ホテル：300～500€／低予算ホテル：100～300€）を紹介するため、ホテルを価格別に分けました。
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ルーブル美術館やチュイルリー公園がある1区は、かつてフランス王と王妃の宮殿があった場所。そのため、「ロイヤル・パリ」とも呼ばれています。1区では、ルーブル美術館、サント・シャペル、チュイルリー公園など、パリの見どころを一番近くで見学することができます。
また、1区はパリのど真ん中に位置しているため、エッフェル塔、ノートルダム大聖堂、オルセー美術館、凱旋門、シャンゼリゼ通り、モンマルトルなど、パリの他の観光スポットへも徒歩や地下鉄で簡単に行くことができます。
1区には素晴らしいレストランも多く、カジュアルなベーカリー・カフェからロマンチックなビストロ、ミシュランの星付きレストラン、有名なアジア料理店まであります。
パリ1区の治安は、パリの中心部に位置するため比較的良いですが、観光客の多いエリアでは常にスリがいるため、油断は禁物。
高級ホテル
マンダリン オリエンタル パリ - ヴァンドーム広場にほど近いサントノーレ通りのオートクチュールショップが立ち並ぶ一画にあるこの177室のゲストルームは、中庭、一部の窓からのエッフェル塔の眺め、落ち着いた内装で、静寂と贅沢のオアシスとなっています。
中級ホテル
Hotel Molière - 高評価の4つ星ホテル、モリエールは、ルーブル美術館からわずか5分の静かな脇道という理想的なロケーションにあり、非常に快適なベッド、エレガントな雰囲気、そして最高のスタッフがお客様をお迎えいたします。
プチプラホテル
ホテル・パリ・ルーヴル・オペラ（Hotel Paris Louvre Opera） - 空調完備のこの高級3つ星ホテルは、落ち着いたカフェや素敵なブティックに近い静かな通りにあります。17世紀時代の素晴らしい建物を利用しています。
アメリカの作家アーネスト・ヘミングウェイはパリを「感動的な饗宴」と表現しました。彼の言葉を借りれば、パリはまさに食通にとって世界一の都市なのです。パリでの目的が、有名な市場通りを散策すること、高級料理を味わうこと、あるいは最高級のフランス料理を買い求めることなら、パリの中心部1区と2区に位置するレ・アールが最適でしょう。
15世紀からパリジャンたちの食の場であったレ・アールの巨大市場は50年前に姿を消しましたが、現在は多くのショップやレストランが軒を連ねるパリ最大のショッピングセンターとなっています。
レ・アール地区は、ルーブル美術館やチュイルリー地区と同様、パリの一流観光スポットへのアクセスは便利だが、比較的静かな場所といえます。
また、素晴らしいビストロやバーが立ち並ぶマレ地区に隣接しているため、レ・アールはパリの美食家にとって完璧なスポット。
レ・アールはパリの中心部にあるため、治安はまずまずだが、ショッピングモールなので、財布を狙うスリには注意しましょう。
高級ホテル
ザ・ホクストン（The Hoxton） - 18世紀に建てられたエレガントな邸宅を改装した172室の豪華なホテルで、快適なベッド、高い天井、豪華な窓が特徴。
中級ホテル
ノボテルパリレホール（Novotel Paris Les Halles） - 285室の客室を擁するこの4つ星ホテルは、ノボテルブランドの特徴である快適さを、華やかなフォーラムデホール（Forum des Halles）ショッピングモールに隣接する素晴らしいロケーションでお届けします。
プチプラホテル
Hotel Le Relais des Halles - ルーブル美術館、レ・アール地区、マレ地区に近い17世紀の建物を利用した19室の3つ星シックなパリの内装のお値打ちなブティックホテル。
マレ地区はパリで最もホットな場所のひとつで、ひとつのエリアに多くの個性があります。素晴らしい建築物、ユダヤ人や同性愛者のコミュニティ、ヴォージュ広場のような美しい公園、有名な美術館や魅力的な教会など、マレ地区はパリの特別な場所となっています。
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マレ地区をこれほど素晴らしい場所にしているのは、その中にあるショップやレストランといえるでしょう。個性的なブティック、有名アーティストや 若手アーティストの作品を展示する数多くのギャラリー、素敵なビストロ、おしゃれなナイトクラブやバーがあるマレ地区は、昼も夜も素晴らしい時間を過ごすことができます。
マレ地区は最も安全な地区のひとつですが、夜は酔っ払いにご注意ください。
Luxury
Le Pavilion de la Reine & Spa - This family-run 5-star hotel in a 17th century building across from Place des Vosges features a beautiful private garden and 56 exquisite rooms and suites - you'll feel like you're staying in a super-luxurious, super-comfortable private home with an onsite spa, fitness room, and restaurant
Mid-Range
Charles V - 4-star hotel with 22 rooms beautifully decorated in Swedish rococo style in the quiet Village Saint Paul (historic artisan village) area
Budget
Hotel Caron de Beaumarchais - This small (18 rooms) 3-star boutique hotel with air conditioning and an elevator offers nice decor and a convenient location near Rue de Rivoli
If the purpose of coming to Paris, the city of fashion, is shopping, we strongly recommend staying here. The Opera is Paris' flagship shopping district, and you'll find all the Parisian luxury brands.
It is thanks to the following two legendary department stores that the Opera has become one of Paris' iconic shopping destinations. These are “Galeries Lafayette” and “Printemps”. The two huge department stores are divided into women's, men’s, and food halls. Also, inside the department store, there is a wide range of choices from casual brands to luxury brands, making it a great place to shop.
In addition, department stores have many benefits. If you spend a certain amount, you can receive various gifts and use the VIP lounge. You can also receive tax refund benefits right inside the department store.
Both department stores have rooftops where we can see the view of Paris. The rooftop has become one of the tourist attractions in Paris because everyone can use it for free. On the rooftop, you can see representative buildings of Paris, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Pantheon. However, there is one building that looks the best among them. That is the Paris Opera House (Palais Garnier). A masterpiece of the Baroque style, the magnificence of this building can be felt even more realistically when viewed up close.
You can continue shopping even after leaving the department store. In addition to the department store, the Opera shopping area has many types of shops.
Another reason why this is an ideal shopping destination is that it caters to our food needs. The food halls of Galeries Lafayette and Printemps department store have a variety of restaurants to satisfy our hunger, from French to Asian food. In addition, there are many kinds of restaurants in the small alleys near the department stores, so it won't be difficult to satisfy your hunger while shopping.
Opera is a safe area. There are always security guards inside department stores and stores, but nonetheless, as with any other shopping area, always watch your wallet.
Luxury
InterContinental Paris Le Grand - Spectacular historic 5-star hotel with 470 guestrooms 1 block from Palais Garnier; the outdoor terrace of onsite Cafe de la Paix is an ideal people-watching spot
Mid-Range
Hotel Edouard VII - Elegant 4-star boutique hotel with 69 guestrooms - request one with a balcony for superb views of Palais Garnier, about a 3-minute walk away
Budget
Best Western Plus Hotel Sydney Opéra - Lovely 3-star boutique hotel with 36 guest rooms and air conditioning near Galerie Lafayette and Au Printemps - great value for the money so book fast
If your dream is to see as much of the Eiffel Tower as possible during your visit to Paris, consider lodging near the river Seine in the 7th arrondissement's Champs de Mars. Of course, the Eiffel Tower can be seen from many places throughout the city of Paris, but from the 7th arrondissement, you can see its soaring spire up close.
But the 7th Arrondissement is not only close to the Eiffel Tower. If you choose a hotel in the 7th arrondissement, you can easily visit the Rodin Museum, the Military Museum, the Invalides where Napoleon's tomb is located, the Quai Branly Museum where you can see non-European art, and the Orsay Museum where you can see impressionist works.
The 7th Arrondissement is very safe, but watch out for pickpockets in the touristic Eiffel Tower.
Luxury
J.K. Place Paris - Sumptuous fabrics, custom Italian furniture, and one-of-a-kind antiques and art make this 29-guestroom hotel an opulent 5-star retreat - plus you'll love the serene indoor swimming pool, fully-equipped gym, and Sisley spa
Mid-Range
Hotel du Cadran - 4-star hotel with 53 guestrooms just off of Rue Cler and about a 7-minute walk to the Eiffel Tower; rooms are small but nicely furnished with contemporary decor
Budget
Cler Hotel - This 26-room 3-star boutique hotel is designed to look like a Paris apartment with chic contemporary furnishings and classic touches such as the antique marble fireplace in the lobby; air conditioning, elevator, and a wonderful Rue Cler location
The 5th Arrondissement houses Paris' universities, university libraries and higher education facilities. At that time, students gathered from all over Europe to study at the Sorbonne University in Paris. From then on, it became the center of Parisian intellectual life, and since the common language of the students who gathered at this time was Latin, the 5th arrondissement is sometimes called the Latin Quarter. Even now, the 5th arrondissement of Paris is a student district. Because of this, it is not difficult to find cheap restaurants for students here.
The 5th arrondissement is where French history and learning coexist. First, the Pantheon is located in the center of the 5th arrondissement of Paris. The Pantheon is a national cemetery where French great figures such as the Curies and Victor Hugo are buried. With the Pantheon at the center, the Sorbonne University is located on the right, and the City Hall of the 5th arrondissement of Paris is located on the left. And if you go all the way forward, you will see the Luxembourg Gardens. If you go all the way down the Seine River from the Sorbonne University, you will find « Shakespeare and Company », a famous bookstore in Paris.
If you are in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, it is also recommended to visit the Paris Botanical Garden. In addition to the park, there are four galleries within the Botanic Garden: Evolution, Comparative Anatomy and Paleontology, Minerals and Geology, and Botanical Galleries. Right in front of the Paris Botanical Gardens is the largest mosque in Paris. Inside, there is not only a chapel, but also a restaurant, cafe, beautiful garden, and sauna.
The 5th arrondissement is very safe as it is a student area in Paris.
Luxury
Hotel La Lanterne - Chic 4-star boutique hotel featuring antiques contrasted with creative modern design with a Parisian street lamp theme, 27 guest rooms, indoor pool and spa; popular for romantic getaways
Mid-Range
Hotel les Dames du Panthéon - Located directly across from the Pantheon (which mostly honors French men), this 4-star boutique hotel pays tribute to famous French and Francophone African women in the vibrant decor of its 35 rooms and suites
Budget
Hotel du College de France - Another highly recommended family-run 3-star affordable boutique hotel with 29 guestrooms, comfortable beds, and nice contemporary decor
Do you dream of staying in the village-like Paris shown in movies like Amélie where you'll stroll along narrow cobblestone lanes, relax over a café crème or glass of wine, and buy warm-from-the-oven croissants, French cheeses, and perfectly ripe strawberries from friendly shopkeepers on your way back to your hotel room or flat with spectacular views of the city from your balcony ?
Then Montmartre is the perfect area to decide where to stay in Paris. Montmartre still retains all the charm and authenticity that has attracted artists over the past few centuries. When you go up to Montmartre, you can easily see artists painting on the streets and small museums and art galleries. And at the top of Montmartre's highest hill sits the sparkling white Sacre Coeur Basilica. From here, you can overlook the city of Paris. Also below Montmartre is the legendary Moulin Rouge, which hosts cabaret shows.
If you want to experience Parisian life and art, start your morning in Montmartre!
Montmartre is a representative tourist destination in Paris, so be careful of pickpockets, and be particularly careful of scams from street vendors.
Luxury
Terrass Hotel - Best known for its rooftop terrace bar offering spectacular Paris views, this 4-star hotel offers chic 92 rooms and suites in the Abbesses area about a 10 minute walk from Sacre Coeur
Mid-Range
Hotel des Arts Montmartre - Recently renovated, this high-rated 4-star hotel features vibrant yet soothing decor in its 50 guest rooms and a wonderful location
Budget
Hotel Audran - Another basic 2-star hotel with small rooms and bargain rates in an excellent location. Also no a/c, and the elevator does not go up to the top floor, but there is an in-room safe
So far, we have learned to the representative travel areas of Paris and the hotels located in the area. Paris is a world -class tourist city, so there are many types of tourists. Among them, there are many backpackers, which can be a bit burdensome for them to stay in a hotel in Paris. Fortunately, there are many kinds of Airbnb or homestay in Paris. The advantage of Airbnb or Homestay is that it is relatively cheaper than the hotel and has the advantage of living like a local, but the disadvantage is that it is worse than the hotel and there is an inconvenience in common life.
There are many kinds of accommodations in Paris, from hotels to Airbnb. Select your accommodation according to your own budget and take a comfortable and fun trip!
Author : Juhyun
Photo : O'bon Paris team
