Hotel Marignan

Near the Champs Elysees, but on a quiet street in the 8th arrondissement, this is still in the heart of the city, but tucked away enough to be a serene haven away from the hustle and bustle.

The luxurious rooms and suites have comfortable bamboo beds with satin bed linen and marble bathrooms, alongside flatscreen TVs, DVD players and docking stations for your iPhone, iPad and iPod, while the mini bar is stocked with complimentary non-alcoholic drinks. Some rooms can be interconnected- perfect for families and groups- there’s even a flexible family and friends suite. Balconies and terraces make the most of the views over the city skyline.

The restaurant serves delicious seasonal French dishes such as beef fillet and sea bass alongside international classics such as fish and chips and New York cheesecake. Get a cocktail made exclusively for you in the trendy bar while listening to some jazz. The walls are adorned with contemporary artworks, and this versatile space also hosts fashion shows and literary events.

Choose from over 200 DVDs and settle down to watch a film in the private cinema. Meanwhile, the hotel is only a 20-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre (home of the Mona Lisa), and  a stone’s throw away from the Grand Palais, the Arc de Triomphe, designer boutiques and trendy art galleries.