The geographical center of Paris and the site of such landmarks as the Louvre Museum with its majestic collection, the magnificent Tuileries Gardens or the fabulous Palais Royal, add to this plenty of world-class shopping venues, like Les Halles and a wealth of delightful restaurants, pubs and lively places, the 1st arrondissement of Paris, also called the Louvre arrondissement, offers a delightful stay in Paris full of memorable experiences!
But to fully appreciate your stay, you must choose the right hotel; the 1st arrondissement is blessed with a wealth of them, from simple bed and breakfast to luxury 5 star hotels, with modern facilities and superior services to cater for even the most discerning visitors. And once you stay in any of the below described hotels, you are sure to come back!
Le Meurice
228 Rue De Rivoli, Paris, France houses one of the French capital’s luxury 5 star hotels, the stunning Le Meurice – a traditional and elegant Parisian hotel, dating back to the 19th century (1835). Ideally located opposite the picturesque Tuileries, between Place de la Concord and the Louvre, this ultra-luxurious getaway, bearing the nickname ‘The Hotel of Kings’ has played host to many celebrities, including Queen Victoria and the Maharajah of Jaipur and others.
Every room and suite in this hotel is a true oasis of calm and luxury. Each of the seven floors comes with a distinct style, featuring air-conditioning and soundproof, high speed Internet access and multiple telephone lines, as well as state-of-the-art facilities to ensure guests’ comfortable and relaxing stay. Other significant facilities of the hotel are its lavishly-appointed spa (278 square meters), offering purifying and rejuvenating treatments; the 80-sq-m Fully-equipped fitness center and a couple of restaurants, among which Le Meurice is considered one of the best Paris restaurants.
With exceptional decoration, including antique furniture, sparkling chandeliers and fascinating paintings, style and quality, top notching service and 400 friendly staff members, the legendary Le Meurice welcomes all kinds of holidaymakers, looking for the best Paris’s 1st arrondissement has to offer.
Melia Vendome Boutique Hotel
Just 500 meters from Champs Elysees, the luxurious Melia Vendome Boutique Hotel another unique hideaway in the prestigious 1st district, offering 83 spacious and tastefully decorated guestrooms, equipped with modern conveniences. Additional bed and cribs (Infant bed) are available upon request. The hotel also offers large lobby and salon, business center, full service bar ‘Le Vendome,’ copy and fax services, meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, international press, laundry services and a restaurant with lunch and dinner menu. Room service is available during limited hours.
Area attractions include the Orsay Museum, the Opera, Madeleine, the Eiffel Tower and the Place de la Concord. The hotel is well communicated by train and metro, and is close to the International Airports Orly and Charles de Gaulle. Designed to meet family needs and requirements, this luxurious hotel is the base for a fine, unforgettable vacation.
Other Hotels in the 1st arrondissement you should not miss out include: Hotel Lotti Paris, Cambon Hotel, Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, Emeraude Hotel Louvre Montana, Pavilion Louvre Rivoli, Hotel Duminy-Vendome, Novotel Paris les Halles and more!
