The Montalembert is an oh-so-chic upmarket hotel in the heart of fashionable Saint Germain, surrounded by Michelin-starred restaurants, designer boutiques, and antique furniture shops. Dating from the mid-1920s, the hotel retains much of its Art Deco-era elegance. All 50 guest rooms were updated in 2017 with smart and stylish decor, and some upper-level suites open to balconies with partial Eiffel Tower views. Carrara marble bathrooms feature luxury amenities, but kettles and coffeemakers aren't standard (suites add Nespresso machines). Dining is excellent and attracts locals, and while there are no on-site wellness facilities, guests can use the gym at the property's sister hotel just a short walk away. There's also a lovely library with a fireplaces that's a popular haunt. For an equally posh but traditionally styled stay, check out Hotel Duc de Saint-Simon in the neighboring 6th Arrondissement.

Hotel Muguet is a widely adored, family-run boutique hotel within a 15-minute walk of the Eiffel Tower, the Invalides, and the Rodin Museum. Most of the 40 spotless rooms are a decent size for Paris, and all come with LED TVs, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, but no mini-fridges. The hotel's most special rooms have a view of the Eiffel Tower or the gold dome of Invalides. As a small Parisian hotel, there is only one common area to speak of: the skylit breakfast room, where, for a fee, guests can begin their day with unlimited eggs, sausage, bacon, and pastries. The nearby Hotel Jardins d'Eiffel is a good option for travelers looking for in-room minibars and on-site parking.

The Eiffel Turenne is an affordable mid-range hotel in a great part of Paris for sightseeing -- the Eiffel Tower being a short stroll away. A 2016 refresh has resulted in hip contemporary styling throughout, although it hasn't added to the limited facilities. Its 34 rooms are small but stylish with useful tech such as USB ports and excellent free Wi-Fi, plus loaner tablets are available to guests. Breakfast is served just off the lobby or in-room, both for a fee, though there's no on-site restaurant (not such a great loss with so many nearby). Rates are reasonable for the prime location, with local competition in the form of the more old-fashioned Derby Eiffel Hotel, which features a mahogany bar and grotto-like breakfast room. 

The 24-room Hotel de Varenne is an old-world hotel with a lovely, peaceful courtyard. Located in a residential neighborhood, this quiet property provides easy access to tourist attractions via nearby metro stations (there are two lines within a seven-minute walk). Cozy, traditionally decorated rooms offer minibars and good soundproofing. The common areas are equally classic in decor, with gilt-framed mirrors and oil paintings. Wi-Fi is free, but there is a fee for breakfast.

Hotel Duquesne Eiffel is a small 7th Arrondissement hotel within walking distance of such Left Bank sites as the Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay. The 40 traditional rooms all come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and Handy loaner phones that guests can use while they're out and about. The best rooms are located on the top floor -- specifically 54 and 55 -- and include standing-only balconies with direct views of the Eiffel Tower. Breakfast (fee) is served in the building's original stone vault, and the 24-hour lobby lounge serves premium whiskies and half-bottles of wine. It's worth comparing rates with the nearby Hotel Muguet, another small neighborhood hotel, but with more modern bathrooms.

The Hotel de l'Empereur is a 31-room boutique property with jaw-dropping views of the imposing Hotel del Invalides. Its classic rooms are tastefully decorated with patterned wallpaper and dramatic drapes, plus amenities like AC, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Modern bathrooms feature rainfall showers and heated towel racks. Rooms can accommodate two to four guests, and some even have balconies with city views. The location is quiet but within walking distance of the Eiffel Tower and other sights, and the breakfast room has some outdoor seating. While in-room amenities are limited (no mini-fridges or coffeemakers), and breakfast isn't included in the nightly rate, the location, views, and decor make this hotel a solid mid-range pick. Those looking for extra amenities could try the nearby Hotel de Latour Maubourg, though rates can be higher.

Situated one block from the Seine River near Paris’ trendy St. Germain neighborhood, the 33-room, three-pearl Hotel le Bellchasse is a boutique hotel with stylish, baroque design and prime access to many of the city’s popular tourist sites, like the Musee d’Orsay at the end of the block. Air-conditioned rooms are colorful and packed with artistic details, though the space on offer is average by standards in mid-range Parisian hotels. With free Wi-Fi, breakfast in a beautiful dining room, an on-site bar, and small outdoor terrace, this hotel is best-suited to touring couples who don’t mind spending a bit more for character and location. Guests looking for a similar, artsy vibe at a more budget-friendly price point should try BEST WESTERN Hotel Villa des Artistes in Montparnasse, though it's slightly less convenient to major tourist sights.

The upper-middle-range Hotel de Latour Maubourg is a boutique property in Paris’ posh 7th Arrondissement that's a 15-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower. The 17 individually decorated rooms have exceptional vintage-modern decor with en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning, but guests complain of hearing their neighbors and Classic Rooms are tiny. Perks include a steam room and on-site bar in addition to free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is also available, though it costs extra. Guests looking for a larger hotel should consider the K+K Hotel Cayre, with its stylish rooms and wellness area.

The Grand Hotel Leveque is a mid-range boutique hotel on a charming pedestrian shopping street near the Eiffel Tower. The hotel is surrounded by cafes, wine stores, and fine food shops, and is a five-minute walk from two metro stations. Like many Parisian hotels in this price range, interiors are simple and rooms are nicely decorated yet small. Rooms feature flat-screen televisions, comfortable beds, and bathrooms with modern fixtures. Wi-Fi is included with the room rate but there is a daily fee for breakfast. Overall, this is fine choice for value-minded travelers who want a genuine taste of daily Parisian life, and who don't mind the 15-minute metro ride to the city center. It's also worth considering the similarly priced Hotel Duquesne Eiffel nearby, where some rooms have Eiffel Tower views.

The 81-room Hotel Jardins d'Eiffel is a quiet Left Bank property with a good bit of contemporary flair located a 15-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower. The best of the rooms have balconies or windows with Eiffel Tower views, and all have minibars, LED TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also offers a generous breakfast buffet and on-site underground parking, both for daily fees. A secluded garden courtyard and a ground-floor lounge with affordable wines by the bottle make up the hotel's common areas. For an even more modern option in the same neighborhood, look into Hotel du Cadran Tour Eiffel, though rooms there are an even tighter squeeze.