What it is

A 123-room, 26-suite retreat within a revamped 1917 Art Nouveau building, with a heated indoor pool, rooftop bar, Codage spa, and restaurant inspired by Montecito.

What it isn't

Lacking in perks. Guests are treated to gratis loaner bikes (made in France by Infiné Cycles), afternoon wine hour, morning coffee service, and so much more.

What we think

In Paris, it can be très difficile to find a hotel that combines the best of old (storybook architecture) and new (Bang & Olufsen wireless speakers and Chromecast TVs). At Kimpton, you’ve got the best of all worlds. City Single rooms begin at a cozy 215 square feet, and are equipped with yoga mats on request, Codage toiletries, espresso machines with Lomi Paris coffee pods and even Kusmi Tea awaiting for the hot water kettles. To sprawl out a bit, we love the 301 square foot Premium rooms with their balcony overlooking the city, or a splurge-worthy Suite—with its separate living room that looks torn from the pages of Elle Decor magazine and even a prime view of the Eiffel Tower that would make Emily in Paris green with pangs of jealousy. You’ll have no shortage of restaurant options in this town, but spend at least one dinner at the hotel’s restaurant, Montecito, to sup on gruyere macaroni and cheese and slow cooked Black Angus beef ribs.

You're here because

Pristine hotel pools are rare in Paris, especially heated indoor pools flanked by sunbeds.

The Moment

After taking a steam in the spa, you feel like continuing your self care up at the rooftop bar. Perched under the intricate Art Nouveau balustrades, you find the only thing more delectable than the 360-degree view is your Hugo Spritz cocktail—with St-Germain liquor, prosecco, fresh mint and bubbly water.

Restaurants & Bars

Montecito Restaurant & Bar - Elevated modern California fare

Sequoia Rooftop Bar - A panoramic spot for views of Paris

Location

In the 2nd arrondissement, just a block from the circa 1875 Palais Garnier opera house where ceiling frescoes were painted by Marc Chagall and the architecture was commissioned by Emperor Napoleon III himself.