The 29-room Hotel Odyssey by Elegancia is a three-pearl property with a retro-futuristic, space-inspired style. Pod-like, modern rooms feature dim, but colorful mood lighting, flat-screen TVs, Bluetooth speakers, peekaboo-style Corian bathrooms, and rainfall showerheads. Located in the Les Halles District, near the Louvre Museum and famous Pont des Arts, guests are also a quick walk to tons of restaurants and shops, and there's a trendy bar and breakfast room at the hotel. The Odyssey's style may be too over-the-top for some, and guests looking for more traditional rooms and even closer to the Louvre Museum Check should compare rates at The Timhotel de Louvre.

The Saint James & Albany Hotel-Spa is an upscale property with the kind of amenities you wouldn't expect to find in the heart of Paris. There's a charming outdoor garden and wonderful spa complete with a 17th century relaxation room, lovely indoor pool, and a fitness center. Location is key here, and the Saint-Roch Church, Place Vendôme, and the Louvre are all just a five-minute walk away. The 200 modern rooms include minibars, flat-screen TVs, and comfortable beds, though noise can be an issue and they aren't the most stylish. Room service and the business center are available 24 hours a day, and on-site 202 Rivoli Restaurant and Bar serves French cuisine and drinks into the evening. Expect to pay extra for breakfast, use of the hot tub, and to bring pets. For rooms with a bit more style, try Le Maison Favart, a 15-minute walk from the Louvre.

With a full renovation in 2013, the upscale boutique L'Empire Paris, about a 10-minute walk from the Louvre and Tuileries Garden, is quite the trendy spot. It's aggressively modern, with a black-and-white color scheme and sleek, futuristic decor. The 42 rooms are large for Paris, and come with free Wi-Fi, wet bars, minibars, and Nespresso machines -- and have either king or twin beds. The hotel has a dining area with a bar, and a small wellness center with a sauna. The hotel draws families, business travelers, and couples, but travelers may want to compare rates with the Hotel du Louvre, which is nearby.

A charming boutique hotel in the chic 2nd Arrondissement, Lyric Hotel Paris is an upscale choice within a short walk of the Louvre, Opera Garnier, and the Galeries Lafayette department store. Unlike many Paris properties, the Lyric offers an indoor pool in addition to a sauna, steam room, and small fitness center. The 47 bright and stylish rooms feature flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, and pay homage to ballet and opera in their colorful decor. The Lyric can be pricey, but given its central location and high quality it's a solid bet when compared to nearby four-pearl properties, like Hotel Lumen Paris Louvre, which has a chic restaurant and bar, but lacks a pool.

The 20-room mid-range Hotel Louvre Sainte Anne is centrally located near the Louvre, the Tuileries Garden, and the Garnier Opera House, on a street lined with Asian restaurants. The rooms are small but have large windows, and are clean and comfortable. Their traditional, slightly dowdy decor favors striped wallpaper, damask curtains, and a caramel-and-cream color palette. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Breakfast is available for an added charge, and is served in a cave-like dining room. Daily newspapers are provided in the small lobby, along with a computer for guests' use and a bookshelf full of guidebooks. There are several similar hotels in the area, and travelers might want to check those out too.

A beautiful hotel in a highly-desired location near the Tuileries Gardens, the 59-room Hotel Burgundy offers an upscale experience. There’s a renowned fine-dining restaurant on-site with a seasonally changing menu, as well as a chic bar serving tapas. The full-service spa has a sauna and hammam, and there's also a lovely indoor pool and tiny fitness room. Some guests complain of meager free breakfast offerings, however, as well as heavy use of perfume and incense throughout the property. Rooms and suites feature chic, classic decor and a sundry of amenities -- plus guests can order romance packages with extras like champagne and massages. Luxury comes at a steep price, however, and travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Castille Paris; also a luxury spa, Castille is less expensive -- but lacks a spa.