{"id":2121,"date":"2023-01-25T14:09:16","date_gmt":"2023-01-25T14:09:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thepowercloset.com\/?p=2121"},"modified":"2023-02-01T22:36:02","modified_gmt":"2023-02-01T22:36:02","slug":"paris","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thepowercloset.com\/?p=2121","title":{"rendered":"Paris 🇫🇷"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bonjour mes amis \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

Okay, that\u2019s as far as my french goes currently. Welcome to TPC\u2019s Paris guide. In this post I will share my favourite hotels, spots, and restaurants. My most asked question when I travel is ‘where did you stay’ and I understand why because a fantastic hotel truly sets the vibe of any holiday. I appreciate hotels that are aesthetically pleasing and have fantastic service. Most hotels will be 5* but in the event that they aren\u2019t (because they\u2019re asking for my right arm in terms of costs) I will share a 4* hotel that offers a 5* vibe.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s kick off shall we?<\/p>\n

Hotels<\/b><\/p>\n

La Demeure Montaigne
\n<\/strong>Location: 8th arrondissement<\/em>
\nClick here<\/strong><\/span><\/a> to see the hotel in more detail<\/em><\/p>\n

Why<\/em><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 5* hotel with great ambiance and service<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 The decor is exquisite particularly within the rooms. Each room has gorgeous floral wallpapers that gives the space character<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Location is excellent and it\u2019s close to lots of shops<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 They have exceptional attention to detail. For example prior to our arrival the hotel ensured that there were enough products for everyone in our party (we were 3 and usually hotels will only give 2 of each item)<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 The restaurant and bar near the lobby are both gorgeous! They’re excellent for pictures too.<\/p>\n

Costs<\/em><\/p>\n

It’s a little expensive (i.e. ~\u00a3500 per night) but in contrast to other well known 5* hotels (Four Seasons, The Peninsula etc) it is significantly cheaper hence, it’s a steal \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

Hotel Montalembert
\n<\/strong>Location: 6th arrondissement<\/em>
\nClick here<\/span><\/a> to see the hotel in more detail<\/em><\/p>\n

Why<\/em><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 5* boutique hotel with great service<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 It’s super cosy and tasteful<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 The rooms are very spacious which is hard to find in Paris<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Location is amazing! It’s on left bank which is a lot more chill and super luxurious. It’s also located in Saint-Germain known as one of Paris’ most expensive areas<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 It’s located beside the famous restaurant L’Atelier de Joel Robouchon, which as far as I’m concerned has the best mashed potatoes I’ve ever tasted in my life. However, tread cautiously because by the time the bill came I died a thousand deaths and had to be resurrected<\/p>\n

Costs<\/em><\/p>\n

Competitive price (i.e. ~\u00a3350-500 per night) but it can be significantly higher in peak seasons<\/p>\n

H\u00f4tel National Des Arts et M\u00e9tiers
\n<\/strong>Location: 3rd arrondissement<\/em>
\n<\/strong>Click here<\/strong><\/span><\/a> to see the hotel in more detail<\/em><\/p>\n

Why<\/em><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 4* hotel with a cool rooftop which offers amazing drinks, perfect after a long day of shopping!<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Great for solo travellers and young couples who crave affordability and don’t want to compromise on aesthetics<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Close to the train station which makes getting around super easy<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Clean and chic decor plus the lobby had a gorgeous green space making it ideal for people to chill, work and relax<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 They have an indoor restaurant and also offer drinks outside the hotel making it deal for people-watching<\/p>\n

Costs<\/em><\/p>\n

Affordable (i.e. ~\u00a3190 – \u00a3205 per night)<\/p>\n

Some Favourite Restaurants<\/strong><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Girafe: exceptional views of the Eiffel tower and the food is fire! However, getting a reservation involves gymnastics. I recommend outdoor seating in the summer to fully appreciate the restaurant<\/p>\n

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Seafood Pasta, Girafe<\/p>\n

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The view at Girafe, Paris<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 CoCo: great food and they have live music in the evening which totally adds to the vibe.<\/p>\n

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Lobster pasta avec frites at CoCo<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Lou Lou: delicious food with views of the Eiffel Tower. If its not too chilly I recommend sitting outdoors, it’s way more beautiful<\/p>\n

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Lou Lou restaurant<\/p>\n

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Pasta at Lou Lou restaurant<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Angelina: great for patisserie and don’t forget to try their hot chocolate! It’s also a great place to pick up sweet treats for love ones<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 La Relais L’Entrecote: steak and chips in France is always a good idea so if you’re craving something yummy and simple this is always a good idea<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 L’Atelier de Joel Robouchon: great for a celebratory meal! But tread carefully, it’s not for the faint hearted ($$$)<\/p>\n

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Steak at Joel Robouchon<\/p>\n

Things to do<\/strong><\/p>\n

Culture and Museums<\/em><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Versailles: less than an hour’s train ride from the centre of Paris but it’s definitely worth it. Spend the day soaking up the architecture, art and gardens. They usually have fireworks in the summer and it’s breathtaking. Be sure to book tickets!<\/p>\n

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The Gardens at Versailles<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Louvre Museum: this is as grand is it gets when it comes to museums. The Louvre is huge and absolutely gorgeous. There are always lots of ongoing exhibitions so be sure to check out whats on before you go. There’s also an underground shopping mall so if you get bored of history there’s always shopping to cheer you up<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Mus\u00e9e d’Orsay:\u00a0 previously an old train station and holds notable pieces from artists like Van Gogh and Edouard Manet<\/p>\n

Shopping et al<\/em><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Vintage shops: who doesn’t love rare designer pieces? Search for nearby vintage shops near you to get a treat before heading home<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 La Vall\u00e9e Village: an outlet shopping mall with discounts on designer pieces. It’s less than an hour from the centre of Paris with lots of cool shops<\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Walk along the Seine and visit Jardin du Luxembourg: what’s more Parisian than a pastry in hand and a hot chocolate in another casually strolling along the Seine? Thereafter perhaps you could read a book at Jardin du Luxembourg and relax hehe<\/p>\n

I hope this helps.<\/p>\n

Love,
\nT<\/p>\n

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