The 208 rooms at the luxury Hotel Plaza Athenee embrace either classic Parisian or glitzy Art Deco style. The Christian Dior-appointed spa, five restaurants overseen by Michelin-star chef Alain Ducasse, and haute couture-inspired event spaces set this Avenue Montaigne property apart from the pack. But it's the small touches -- like fresh orchids throughout the marble interiors, pillow and linen menus, and personalized minibars -- that make the property memorable. Wi-Fi and parking come with hefty fees, and the hotel's exclusive air won't suit all guests. Travelers might want to also check out The Hotel Fouquet's Barriere, on Avenue Georges V, which has free Wi-Fi and an indoor pool.

Hotel Daniel is an elegant boutique located between the Champs Elysees and Rue du Fauburg Saint-Honore, two of the most famous streets in Paris. With an abundance of silks, rich fabrics, furniture from around the globe, and hand-painted wallpaper, this small property has charm to spare. The 26 rooms are decent-sized for Paris, and come with great amenities including luxurious bathrooms with big soaking tubs and striking antiques. The restaurant is outstanding (but expensive), and service is top-notch, but there’s little in the way of amenities. Extras -- such as valet parking and breakfast -- are quite pricey.

An eclectic collection of contemporary art sets the vibrant tone for this 81-room, mid-range spot located near the Saint-Lazare train station in Paris’s 8th Arrondissement. Like the paintings and sculptures that decorate the hotel’s common areas, the vibe here is cheerful -- in part because the Atlantic is a friendly, family-owned and operated property. Stylish contemporary rooms that are both well equipped and well priced also help keep guests in an upbeat mood. The downside is that apart from its airy breakfast room, attractive lounge and a few business facilities, the hotel has few features. It doesn’t have a historic ambiance either, despite its elegant Haussmannian exterior. Travelers looking for a more intimate three-pearl option with more Old World charm might try the Hotel le Clos Medicis on the Left bank instead.

The West-End Hotel is a boutique situated within walking distance of the luxury shopping on the Champs Elysées. Rooms are individually decorated in a wide variety of textiles, ranging from historically-inflected to outright modern; some have balconies and spacious, sleek bathrooms. Generally, the hotel gets high marks for cleanliness, and the common areas -- with their mix of traditional furnishings and life-size black-and-white photographs of cinema actresses -- are striking and comfortable places to relax. Breakfast is free and there's an honesty bar, but no full restaurant.

The upper-middle-range Hotel Monna Lisa is situated in the 8th Arrondissement, a three-minute walk from the Champs-Elysées and within walking distance of the Arc de Triomphe and the Place de la Concorde. Its 22 rooms are sophisticated and contemporary, offering a nice range of modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, docking stations with Bluetooth, free Wi-Fi, and minibars stocked with free water and soft drinks (but no alcoholic beverages). Property features are scarce -- there's a small but chic breakfast room where a nice daily buffet is served (for a fee), plus free tea and coffee are available in the lobby throughout the day. Travelers looking for more amenities might want to consider Hotel California Paris Champs Elysees -- it has a bar, restaurant, and gym, but it's a much bigger hotel and rooms aren't as chic. 

The Mayflower Hotel offers a solid value for central Paris, located near Gare Saint-Lazare in the 8th Arrondissement. Most top sights aren't within a reasonable walk, but can be reached on the metro in 30 minutes or less. The three-and-a-half-pearl property's 54 modern guest rooms are comfortable and well-equipped, with dark, sophisticated decor. All come with large flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines, and free minibars. A stylish lounge and bar share space with a breakfast room, where a buffet is served for an extra charge, and there's an interior courtyard with patio seating. Travelers looking to stay closer to destinations like Palais Garnier and the Louvre can consider Best Western Hotel Folkestone Opera.