The Grossie gang is stopping over in Paris this summer for a few nights on our way to/from Provence. I haven't booked my hotels yet in Paris, although I've done a ton of searching.

Does anyone have any suggestions for a moderately priced hotel? I don't want the George V, or the Park Hyatt. I'm looking to go middle of the road. I'd choose quality over location to a great extent (but I don't want to stay at the airport).

TIA.

avoid the Peace & Love hostel..... I stayed there in college on one trip through the city - well I'll save the story for an offline. Lets just say it ain't women or children appropriate.

I have friends who enjoy the Hotel Jeanned'arc. I think it is relatively inexpensive.
http://www.hoteljeannedarc.com/bienvenue_en.html

Grossie:

This is current as of maybe 10 months ago, on two work trips - centrally located upper mid level hotels, I stayed at both the Westin (used to be Intercon, across from Tuileries and Le Meurice) and the Intercontinental Le Grand, across from the opera house.

Of the two, I strongly preferred the Le Grand. The Westin is in a [slightly] better location, but has noise issues between rooms and has really funky modern decor with a mauve and purple color scheme. The Le Grand is much more traditional feeling, and has the Cafe de la Paix on the ground floor (also used as the hotel's breakfast room).

Neither is what you'd call cheap but they aren't George 5, either - also, you might have points that could help.

We stayed at La Villa Paris in the 13th arrondissement for a couple of nights. It's not right in the middle of the city, but everything's easily accessible with the Metro. It's more of a B&B, but with high quality rooms starting around €120/night incl. breakfast. Pretty good value for Paris IMO.

We have alwasy been happy with Hotel Lutece on the Ile San Luis. Great location!
They have a sister hotel on the same street but the name escapes me.

http://www.paris-hotel-lutece.com/

Thanks for all the advice guys. I haven't had any time to peruse the various websites yet, but I certainly will in the near future. If anyone else has anything feel free to chime in.

Relais Bousquet in the Rue Cler is reasonable

You might check out the Meridien in Montparnasse. It's a big hotel with lots of services and it's fine for a hotel, nothing fancy. I mention it because I got an advert this morning that there are having a rate sale this summer for 110 euros/night.

Thanks for all the tips guys. I got a pretty good deal at the Hilton Arc De Triomphe that I couldn't pass up. Maybe not my ideal location, but the luxury factor is a good thing. Also, I can now say was in Paris Hilton.

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Originally posted by grossie:
I can now say was in Paris Hilton.

Yah...you and half of the civilized world...

Home Business Residence in Bibliotheque.

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Originally posted by wino4ever:
We have alwasy been happy with Hotel Lutece on the Ile San Luis. Great location!
They have a sister hotel on the same street but the name escapes me.

http://www.paris-hotel-lutece.com/

So right as I just got back from a month on Isle St. louis ; in apartment. The small hotels on this island are the best place to stay as the larger (grand) hotels are way overpriced and avoid the champs area as this is turning into the novelty T-shirt area very quickly--- gross tourist areas

grossie: You'll be quite close to Taillevent. http://www.taillevent.com/
They have some July specials on lunches for only 80 Euros. Quite a remarkable wine list.

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Originally posted by irwin:
grossie: You'll be quite close to Taillevent. http://www.taillevent.com/
They have some July specials on lunches for only 80 Euros. Quite a remarkable wine list.

Greatness!

I look forward to going back, and soon.

Did anybody eat at Taillevant? If so, how was it?

Not Taillevant but did dine at Guy Savoy. He greats you for a short while and he should as the final bill for 2 persons usually ends up around $2000 (with mid-range white and red)

If you need up to date notes for great eats in the 3rd or 4th-- let me know. (if you do your homework you can eat at a bistro better than most of our best rest's here for around $200 (with good wines)

To answer John in NYC, here is a link to a note of mine with regard to dinner at Taillevent:
http://forums.winespectator.co...=757106894#757106894

I am taking the wife to Paris for her 40th in October. I am thinking about renting an aprtment and was looking for recco's.

California Kid-

Did you use an agency? I am looking for a one bedroom that can sleep 4 people. Also any tips on the bistros you mentioned would be greatly appreciated.

Lastly, if anybody has any tips on one day wine tours out of Paris that would be helpful.


Thanks in advance!!

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Originally posted by wino4ever:
We have alwasy been happy with Hotel Lutece on the Ile San Luis. Great location!
They have a sister hotel on the same street but the name escapes me.

http://www.paris-hotel-lutece.com/

This looks soooo much better than the flea bag my wife and I stayed at this spring. Next time.

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Originally posted by Yogi8938:
I am taking the wife to Paris for her 40th in October. I am thinking about renting an aprtment and was looking for recco's.

California Kid-

Did you use an agency? I am looking for a one bedroom that can sleep 4 people. Also any tips
on the bistros you mentioned would be greatly appreciated.

Lastly, if anybody has any tips on one day wine tours out of Paris that would be helpful.


Thanks in advance!!

Hey good question;

I always use only agency's that AMEX can vouch for and you can get an amazing apt. on Isle St. Luis (the best place to stay in Paris from someone that knows) for @ $350 pernight check out -- Parisaddress.com and check out apt. "BOUR5" with windows that open onto river

good hunting
CK

bistro that are better than most all rest. at home: Bougoune du Marais & Mon viel Ami (outstanding and on island) more rec's if needed we ate 3+ times at each of these

A quick follow up here-

The Hilton Arc de Triomphe was marvelous- a very classy joint from start to finish. The hallways could use a little redoing (dark with funny smells) but the room we stayed in was pure luxury. The breakfast was top-notch (and included in the room price), the other dining there was very good, the lobby is very nice, and the staff very hospitable.

The hotel is around the corner from the Saudi embassy & parked out front all weekend were a Gold Ferrari (Saudi Plate #1), a white Rolls (Saudi Plate #999), a very spiffy Mazerati, and a very customized Mercedes sports coupe of some kind (also Saudi plates). It made for interesting eye candy every time we walked in and out.

The location was very quiet, but really that didn't bother us, we took the Metro nearly everywhere with the occasional cab thrown in at night. It's walking distance to the Arc, but it's a good 10-15 minutes down a major street (I think it was Foche).

welcome back, Grossie.
So, where did you eat? What did you drink?

Thanks, Irwin.

We were only in Paris for 3 nights, split into 1 night going, 2 coming back with a week in Provence between. We ate 2 very unmemorable dinners in Paris (I honestly can't remember the restaurants!), and 1 very good one albeit it was not at all fancy. That one was at a place called Rotisserie du Beaujolais, which is owned by (and next door to) Tour D'Argent. Tour itself was closed for the holiday week. The Rotisserie was excellent in a lovely setting viewing the Seine from street level. Basic but delicious food in a charming restaurant with attentive and friendly staff. If only every streetside resto in Paris were like this one..