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Hostels in Paris - France

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Hostels in Paris - France World Travel https://www.youtube.com/user/World1Tube Paris - France Travel Guide,Tourism http://goo.gl/KqiCiY Comfortable mid-range accommodation in the heart of Paris was something of a non entity for many years. However, with the rise in 'boutique chic' hotels in Paris, finding a nice place to stay in a convenient location, though still pricey, is becoming less of a headache. You still won't find cheap hotels in any of the main touristy arrondissements, but the choice of stylishly decorated lodgings with friendly service has grown -- and with the consumer in mind. As usual, head further from the centre to pick up the best deals -- and also a taste of the more authentic Paris. The Paris hotels below have been hand-picked by our guide author and are grouped into three pricing categories: Luxury (over €600) Moderate (€350 to €600) Cheap (up to €350) The prices quoted here are the starting prices for a standard double room and include taxes and breakfast unless otherwise specified. Hotel prices generally add a room tax (taxe de séjour) of between €0.50 and €1.50 per person per night. This tax is sometimes added to the bill at the end of a visit and guests are advised to check whether it is included when making a reservation. Jays For elegance, location and personable service, Jays has excelled ever since it opened its 19th-century doors in 2006. Amazingly, the Champs-Elysées Avenue, Trocadéro and the Eiffel Tower are all within walking distance of this luxury Parisian hotel. On entering, guests are greeted in a stunning marble-floored reception with a grand iron banister staircase. High-ceiling suites have been given a fresh interior design, complete with all mod cons. A top bracket accommodation filled with personality. Le Bristol There's luxury accommodation and then there's Hotel Le Bristol Paris. From marble-panelled powder rooms to its regal 1,210-sq-m (13,000-sq-ft) garden, Le Bristol has been Paris's most prestigious hotel since its inception. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, all services are naturally state of the art. Foodies will also be happy to hear its three-Michelin starred restaurant continues to stockpile accolades under the guidance of chef Eric Frechon. Ritz Paris Situated on one of the smartest yet most intimate squares in Paris, close to the Louvre, the Ritz Paris is the city's most celebrated hotel and is the very essence of luxury and discretion. The lobby gleams with marble, chandeliers and impressive floral arrangements from designer Djordje Varda, while the oriental carpets, soft to the touch, soak up the sound. There is a magnificent swimming pool and fitness room, as well as a recently revamped health spa. In the labyrinthine underbelly of the hotel lies the celebrated cookery school, where master chefs teach their tricks to international acolytes. Hôtel Plaza Athénée Stretching towards the top end of this price bracket, the Hôtel Plaza Athénée justifies its luxurious approach with a fashionable location that includes views of Montmartre and of the Eiffel Tower itself. The 191 rooms focus on glamour and tradition, with the colour red a trademark feature that sweeps throughout the elegant property. Plaza Athénée prides itself on service and you'll even find a dog-walking service here. Hyatt Regency Paris Madeleine This relaxed luxury bolthole lies right in the heart of Paris's shopping district. It may be part of an international chain, but there has been a real attempt to make it feel genuinely like a boutique hotel. There are only 86 rooms and suites, all relying on classical touches and muted colours rather then glitz to make them truly luxurious. Some rooms on the higher floors have views out across the rooftops to the Eiffel Tower. Hôtel Banke A new addition to the Derby Hotel chain, Hôtel Banke is a refurbished bank found in the desirable Opera district in Paris. The lobby's grandiose circular interior, capped with a crystal-domed ceiling, gives way to thickly carpeted hallways and designer sofas. Both single and double rooms are modern and pleasingly functional. The trendiness factor borders on gauche, but with this location who cares. Appi Hôtel When you say the location could not get better, expect to get a few strange looks from Parisians as this cheap hotel is right in the heart of the red light district. It also happens to be close to most of the main tourist attractions and a métro stop. The en-suite doubles may have the smallest bathrooms in Paris, but the bedrooms are clean with some modern art to brighten things up and views over the human zoo below.