Special reports

Like to know more about the real essence of the city? The special reports presented here will give you the low-down on a variety of subjects, in an informative and entertaining way. This month, the stuff dreams are made of with “Famous prestige hotels” and their elusive charm, and then back down to earth with “Affordable Paris”.

Famous prestige hotels Bon6160

Attainable luxury Fabulous decor, impeccable service, illustrious clientele… Parisian luxury hotels, or “palaces” as they are known, open the doors to dreams of luxury and refinement. They are representative of a sophisticated Paris that translates its sense of excellence into a richness of architecture, often steeped in history and nostalgia. Countless international figures from political, artistic or sporting spheres come here at some time or another to sleep in one of these temples of elegance and good taste. Even if you cannot do the same (not yet), you can treat yourself to a glimpse over a brunch or afternoon tea… more laid-back, it is true, but best behaviour is de rigueur nonetheless!

Paris hotel rates, a real asset for the French capital

This survey, conducted by MKG Consulting on behalf of the Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau, is concerned with hotel rack rates in three principal sectors: budget, corresponding to the French 2* category; mid-range or 3* and top of the range or 4* and 4*L.