Romance Takes On A Festive Air At These Parisian Hotels

This is a literary hotel of the most charming manner. The word 'plumes' in French refers to the feather quills that writers of yesteryear used to use as writing pens dipped in ink wells. Each of the 35 rooms and suites in this conveniently-located property is devoted to celebrity Parisian couples of the past centuries such as Victor Hugo and Juliette Drouet, George Sand and Alfred de Musset and even Paul Verlaine and Arthur Rimbaud. Staff uniforms keep with this romance-of-the-past era of Paris, cut in the fashion of the 19th c. Classic tomes such as the Red And The Black and Victor Hugo's great works pepper the bookshelves in the lobby. This is an affordable, chic, central hotel with not much frills but plenty of style. The location makes for the very trendy SoPi (South Pigalle) to be within walking distance chock full of shopping, restaurants, cafes.

One of the first things that strikes you when you enter this in-the-heart-of-the-Marais hotel is the replica painting of Josephine Bonaparte wearing a pair of dark sunglasses as she lounges insouciantly. The Bambi Sloane interior also makes full use of leopard print throughout the property - not a random choice. Madame Bonaparte, wife of Emperor Napoleon, was the first in her day to order a couture dress made fully of leopard fur - quite daring at the time. This is a singular hotel in Paris whose every inch of charm has been thought through and carried out. The rooms feature both a Nespresso machines with complimentary madeleines provided. Fragonard is their bath amenities brand of choice, damask rose is the scent, homage to Josephine. The location of this family-owned hotel is prime and puts you steps from Musee Cognacq-Jay, cafes, shops and galeries. The on-site bar rocks Fridays and Saturdays.

To find a quiet oasis of a hotel property in Paris' ultra-chic Opera district, look no further than this class-act contemporary hotel. The decor draws on its proximity to the Palais Garnier, home to Paris' opera and ballet troupes for the last 150 years. The rooms are spacious and you can expect all comforts and amenities, including international tv channels, hair dryer, in-room tea/coffee service and individual room heating-cooling thermostats. The square this 50+ room hotel is tucked away on is an all-pedestrian zone so you're shielded by this from the traffic sounds of the big boulevards nearby. There is a bar on the ground level lobby and a restaurant open for lunch and dinner upstairs on the 2nd level. When the elevators are equipped with the security feature requiring a keycard for access the hotel will be perfectly state-of-the-art. Opera is one of Paris' glitziest, and therefore safest, neighborhoods.

This utterly comfortable and welcoming 4-star hotel situated strategically in the Left Bank's chic 6th arrondissement places you just between the fabulous shopping of Montparnasse and the quiet relaxation of the Jardin du Luxembourg. Family-owned and operated, this 37-room hotel occupies the entire Haussmann-style building on this residential street. Its traditional façade contrasts elegantly with its modern interior, where the theme of the number 6, referencing this high-end real estate address, and the moon, a symbol of curves and femininity, are playfully evoked throughout the property's décor of soft leathers and natural oak. Hardwood floors grace the rooms and spacious bathrooms. With the individually controlled thermostats, on-premise spa, L'Occitane bath amenities, generous American buffet breakfast, complimentary WiFi, Room Service and a Smart Phone you can rent, this fully functional and efficient boutique hotel has all the warmth of a smaller property without any of the quirks.

Immerse yourself not just in a lovely and buzzing little area of Paris' upscale 6th arrondissement, but also into the fascinating pages of history of Madame Juliette R????camier, the namesake of Hotel La Belle Juliette. The couple who created this haven have expertly threaded this woman's intriguing life and loves (namely the writer Chateaubriand), into every inch and weave of this delightful property. Whether you choose the more contemporary appointed rooms facing the vast courtyard gardens, or the classic, romantic rooms on the other side, you will no doubt feel welcomed and cared for throughout your stay. Be prepared to enjoy a cocktail in their Clos de Juliette downstairs which becomes one of the neighborhood's most sought after terrace bars in the warmer months. Don't forget to pack a swimsuit, too, as a quick dip in their "sweet little pool," part of the on-premise spa, will leave you refreshed.

This private boutique hotel within minutes' walking of the Eiffel Tower was splashed onto the scene several years ago by none other than interior design maven India Mahdavi. It remains a favorite with celebrities and other incognito-types because its entranceway bypasses a traditional lobby and takes you directly to a second floor sitting lounge. This luxury boutique hotel, four stars, whispers quality from every corner. Bedding, beds, marble showers, iPads in each room and mobile telephones have you all provided for. Bath amenities are the all-organic Aesop's in scents that range from smoky bergamot to grapefruit rind. Breakfast is offered in their on-premise gastronomic restaurant, helmed by 2-star chef Sylvestre Wahid. It consists of homemade yogurts, freshly squeezed lemon and orange juices, salmon, ham and fresh croissants/pain au chocolat. This is a discreet and soothing hotel that exudes rock-star chic in the quiet haven of an Eiffel Tower neighborhood.

Her name might not be famous yet across the Atlantic but interior designer Sarah Lavoine has gotten off to an impressive start with this, her first hotel design. The midnight-blue that greets you in the lobby opens up into a naturally-lit dining room that has already become popular with the acting and recording-artist crowd. The rooms feature equally bold color schemes that harmonize under the measured touch of the designer's eye. Surprising details such as a glass fourth wall connecting the bathroom to the bedroom that can be shuttered with wooden panels, or left open, lend themselves to this at once both demure, buttoned-up hotel that oozes sultry secrets. One of those secrets is the generous-sized pool in their spa area where you'll find a cascading wall-waterfall. Behind the wall of water, cave-like, is the steam room. The central neighborhood is exceedingly safe with the Tuilerie Gardens at your doorstep.

There are few places in the city which pay such elegant homage to the feminine as you'll find here at the Villa Madame. Just steps from the world-renowned (for its beauty) Place St. Sulpice, you cannot get any more Left Bank than this. This property offers everything you need, and nothing you don't. There is a fireplace in the cooler months in front of which is placed a bowl of walnuts and a nutcracker. A perfect pastime in which to indulge as you unwind from your day of St. Germain shopping. The little courtyard garden has fresh lemons growing in it year round. This hotel is a single property owned by one caring individual who very obviously takes great pride in the old-world notion of hospitality. The rooms are tastefully decorated and modernly equipped, and throughout the Villa you will feel that woman's touch that lends itself to great comfort.

Known as the very particular 'hotel particulier' this rambling 19th c. mansion tucked away along a private gated pathway toward the top of the Butte Montmartre transports you to some secluded hillside in Transylvania the instant you're ushered behind the tall, locked, iron gate. The handful of rooms are spacious and upholstered in that style we Californians call shabby chic. Meaning, the staff will readily point out that the slightly worn feel to the silk wall coverings and chaise longues is all a studied affair. The fairly new bar on the downstairs garden level, Le Tr????s Particulier, is a superb place for enjoying a creative cocktail, generously poured. The restaurant, which is just off the lobby entrance, is the kind of intimate dining experience that made Montmartre famous in its heyday.

This hotel is the Left Bank's little secret. It has been the favorite spot of not just literary giants like Oscar Wilde fleeing his torrid past, but also fullfledged rock stars like Mick Jagger and rockstar-like film icons such as Johnny Depp. They seem to be attracted to the opulent vibe laced with that hint of daring. The Oscar Wilde suite is the one that comes with a sizeable terrace, every inch private. The Mata Hari room is just as you would envision, all damask silk wall-covering and fringed lamp shades. The bar serves as a chic, if pricey, watering hole for the resident artists, writers and celebrities who call Saint-Germain home. Just underneath, there is a private pool that is reserved for guests only. Le Restaurant serves both lunch and dinner and the newly ordained Michelin-starred chef is all too ready to serve up his light as air creations.