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Paris is currently experiencing a wave of violent attacks and civil unrest. The situation is highly volatile and poses a significant risk to personal safety and security. We strongly advise against all non-crucial travel to Paris at this time. Reports indicate that several super markets and retail outlets have been looted in various parts of the city. This criminal activity has led to a breakdown of law and order, creating an unsafe environment for residents and visitors alike. It is imperative to exercise extreme caution and avoid areas where demonstrations or looting may be taking place.}}

The centre of contemporary Paris and the site of such monuments as the Louvre and of the Tuileries and Palais-Royal and the 1st arrondissement is full of attractions for Muslim travellers of all inclinations, including some of the finest parks, museums, shops, and bars in the city. The 1st occupies the Right Bank of the River Seine and extends onto the western section of the Île de la Cité in the midst of the river.

For occupying such a compact space and the 1st feels remarkably different from one end to the other. The almost incredibly upscale western end of the arrondissement gives way to the hustle and bustle of the big city east of the Palais Royal, and then further east to the pedestrian (and tourist) dominated area around Les Halles and the (now closed) Samaritaine, where visitors mix with (especially young) Parisiens and Parisiennes in huge numbers (on the order of 800,000 unique visitors per day according to the Mayor's office).

The Axe historique is a line of monuments, which passes through the 1st, extending out to La Défense in the west, and the Paris/4th arrondissement|4th arrondissement in the east.

Travel Warning: Paris Under Attacks and Looting Incidents

Date: July 1, 2023

Paris is currently experiencing a wave of violent attacks and civil unrest. The situation is highly volatile and poses a significant risk to personal safety and security. We strongly advise against all non-crucial travel to Paris at this time.

Reports indicate that several super markets and retail outlets have been looted in various parts of the city. This criminal activity has led to a breakdown of law and order, creating an unsafe environment for residents and visitors alike. It is imperative to exercise extreme caution and avoid areas where demonstrations or looting may be taking place.

We also want to emphasize that tensions are high and there have been instances of discrimination and violence targeting specific ethnic or religious groups. We strongly condemn any form of discrimination, but we must prioritize the safety of our travelers. We advise Muslim travelers, especially those who may not appear Caucasian, to exercise additional caution and consider avoiding travel to Paris until the situation stabilizes.

We urge all travelers currently in Paris to stay vigilant, stay indoors whenever feasible, and follow the guidance of local authorities. It is crucial to maintain awareness of the rapidly changing situation by regularly checking the news, contacting your hotel for updates, and following instructions provided by the local authorities.

Paris 1st Arrondissement Halal Explorer

Paris was historically centred on the Ile de la Cité, but by the time Baron von Hausmann was given the task of carving up the city and the centre had shifted somewhat to the previously suburban Royal Quarter surrounding the Louvre and the Palais Royal, which is why the numbering of the arrondissements started there.

With fewer than 18,000 inhabitants and the 1st is statistically the least populous and least densely inhabited of all the 20 arrondissements, but at the same time among the most visited by Parisians and out-of-towners alike. Like every other arrondissement, it is divided into four quartiers, each with a different character:

1. Quartier Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois runs along the bank of the Seine across the neighborhood, encompassing the Tuileries gardens and the Louvre and the western part of Ile de la cité.
2. Quartier Les Halles has a markedly different, much more down-to-earth character, dominated by the eponymous massive Les Halles shopping centre (under redevelopment until 2022)
3. Quartier Palais-Royal is dominated by the Palais Royal, and contains the larger part of the busy cosmopolitan Avenue de l'Opera.
4. Quartier Place Vendôme in the west is centred around the Place Vendôme and characterized by a regular, 18th-century street grid. The quarter's historic buildings house the most luxurious hotels and boutiques of famous fashion and jewellery brands.

Travel to Paris 1st Arrondissement

[[1er arrodisement - Schematic of metro and RER lines in and around the 1st arrondissement

The transportation hub of the 1st arrondissement is the Châtelet/Les Halles GPS 48.86230,2.34665 station in its eastern extremity and the largest and busiest of the metro stations. There exists a total of seven entrances/exits scattered around the eastern end of the 1st Arrondissement, concentrated (not surprisingly) between Les Halles and Place du Châtelet, and also accessing the basement of the Les Halles shopping mall.

Other métro stations that are major hubs allowing easy access to the 1st arrondissement are the Concorde, 2.32277 and Madeleine|8|12|14 GPS 48.8694436, 2.3251705, both with exits at the western border of the 1st. Lines Station paris|1, Station paris|7 and Station paris|14 traverse the arrondissement roughly from east to west, stopping close to important points such as the entrance to the Louvre museum. Lines Station paris|1 and Station paris|14 are fully automated and it is worth acquainting oneself with their modus operandi and safety precautions before using them.

RER C, which runs generally on the left bank of the Seine, does not stop in the 1st, but you can use it to arrive at Musee d'Orsay and cross the Seine in style over the Passerelle Solferino footbridge right into the Tuileries.

The Pyramides metro station is at the Rue de Pyramides, not at the pyramid at the entrance of the Louvre. For that pyramid and the entrance to the museum, travel to the station called Palais Royal / Musee de Louvre GPS 48.86238, 2.33613}}.

Arriving from specific points

• From Charles de Gaulle (Roissy) Airport (CDG), take RER B3 to Châtelet/Les-Halles.
• From Gare du Nord (where many high-speed international trains arrive, including the Eurostar from London) and the direct connections are pretty much exclusively those with Châtelet/Les-Halles on Station paris|rerB}}Paris Metro rerD or Station paris|4
• From Gare de Lyon, take Station paris, which stops at Châtelet/Les-Halles and Pyramides
• From La Défense, take Station paris 1 and alight at any station within the 1st, e.g., Palais-Royale/Musée-de-Louvre or Tuileries

How to get around in Paris 1st Arrondissement

Having arrived in the 1st arrondissement walking will most likely suffice for transport. Paris cabs are quite cheap, but even they don't have access to much of the car-free eastern end of the arrondissement.

If travelling from east to west by Métro you are probably better off using any station other than Châtelet/Les Halles unless you have to connect there.Although the Métro trains are fast and frequent and the crowded labyrinth at Châtelet can make getting to the trains an adventure.

What to see in Paris 1st Arrondissement

Landmarks

• Colonne Vendôme 48.867469, 2.329414 Opéra - Vendome Column A - The centrepiece of a magnificent 8-sided square first laid out in 1699 to show off an equestrian statue of the Sunday King, Louis XIV. The statue was removed amid revolutionary fervor in 1792 and replaced in 1806 with the Colonne de la Grande Armée. This was modelled on Trajan's column in Rome and decorated with Napoleon's military exploits. The present column is a replica, however, as the original was pulled down during the 1871 Paris Commune. Place Vendôme represents the best of well-heeled Paris, being home to an abundance of exclusive boutiques, jewellers and fashion labels—Cartier, Boucheron, Trussardi, van Cleef & Arpels—several banks and the French Ministry of Justice, and the Hôtel Ritz.

• La Conciergerie - Cité ☎ +33 1 53 73 78 50 | Opening Hours: April - September: daily 09:30-18:30; October - Mar: daily 10:00-17:00 €6.10, concessions and guided al-tours/ tours available, under-18 free Conciergerie Conciergerie22 The ancient medieval fortress and prison of the city's island, site of some remarkable medieval royal architecture and the scene of Marie Antoinette's imprisonment in the period leading to her execution in 1793; lots of revolutionary associations.

• Église Saint-Eustache - Saint-Eustache, Paris StEustache von Southwest The massive parish church of the Les Halles area is a notable example of late Gothic interspersed with Renaissance details (including the entire front façade), as it was only completed in the 17th century. Its unique form results from a combination of relatively short length and impressive height of over 30 metres inside. The latter allows room not only for an array of stained glass windows and paintings, but also France's largest church organ of 8,000 pipes. The sculpture Écoute, depicting an oversized human head, was placed in front of the church's southern facade and has become a favourite photo spot.

• Jardin des Tuileries - Built adjoining the now-lost royal palace of the Tuileries and these gardens lying immediately west of the Louvre offer a central open space for Parisians and visitors with semi-formal gardens (an outdoor gallery for modern sculpture), various cafés, ice cream and crépe stalls, and a summer fun fair. The gardens are frequently home to a giant Ferris wheel and enclose the Musée de la Orangerie and the Jeu de Paume.

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• Le Palais Royal - ☎ +33 1 45 20 82 56 | Opening Hours: 07:00-23:00 during the summer and 07:00-20:30 in the winter with hours varying spring and autumn Palais-Royal Entrée du Conseil d'Etat, Paris 2010 - Ordered by Cardinal de Richelieu (1585-1642), King Louis XIII's prime Minister in 1629 (completed in 1636); originally called Palais Cardinal; it became Le Palais Royal when Anne d'Autriche, Louis XIII's wife, came to live here to get away from the Louvre palace. It eventually housed Louis XIV until the move to Versailles. It includes also a beautiful garden Les jardins du Palais Royal, enclosed by the buildings. It's been the theatre of one of the seminal events of the French Revolution (Camille Desmoulins made a famous declaration here in 1789). The Théatre Français nearby was built in 1716. There are numerous restaurants inside the garden , including famous Le Grand Véfour. There's also the controversial Colonnes de Buren, striped columns installed within the inside yard amid the 17th century architecture.

• Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois - 2 place du Louvre 48.859444, 2.341111 Louvre-Rivoli|1, Pont-Neuf|7}} ☎ +33 1 42 60 13 96 Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois edit - This Gothic church functioned until the 19th century as the parish church of the kings of France. In this role and the church has sometimes played a gruesome part in history. Its bell called 'Marie' sounded on the night of 23 August 1572, to launch the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre, in which thousands of Huguenots were killed by Catholic mobs. Nowadays and the church is peaceful and an active parish church for commoners (the monarchy having long since given way to the Republic), and well worth visiting.

• Sainte-Chapelle - 4 blvd du Palais ☎ +33 1 53 73 8 51 Sainte-Chapelle Sainte chapelle superior - Soaring stained glass windows beaming ample light onto the rich primary colours of the tile mosaics on the floor, this photogenic church was built by the French kings to house the relics of the Crown of Thorns. Make sure you go on a sunny day, as the highlight of this small chapel in Rayonnante Gothic style are the large stained-glass windows which soar up to near the vaulted ceiling. Also of interest is the extremely ornate lower level. If it happens to be rainy or cloudy, give Sainte-Chapelle a miss, as the play of coloured lights on the floor are well worth the wait for a sunnier day. As the chapelle is inside the Courts of Justice and there will thus be a security check.

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• Bourse de commerce 48.862731, 2.342778 - Bourse de commerce (Paris) P1040010 Paris Ier Bourse de Commerce de Paris rwk - The former commodities exchange building is now not needed for its original purpose as the exchange has been digitized, and is mainly used for special events, often unrelated to its original function.

• La Samaritaine - 19, Rue de la Monnaie 48.858889, 2.342083 Pont Neuf|7}} - La Samaritaine 60SamaritaineMagasin2Interieur - La Samaritaine was formerly one of Paris's greatest department stores, but closed in 2005, officially due to fire safety issues, but widely rumoured to be for financial reasons. The spectacular art nouveau building has been neglected ever since while the owners, LVMH, have been caught up in litigation with the Paris authorities and other stakeholders over redevelopment proposals. A proposal to reconstruct the building as a mixed-use development was finally granted permission in 2015 and work continues.

Museums and galleries in Paris 1st Arrondissement

• Musée du Louvre - ☎ +33 1 40 20 53 17 | Opening Hours: W-M 09:00-18:00, closed public holidays; evening openings West and Friday until 21:45 €12-16; under 18, free; EU-residents, 18-26 years free; exhibitions in the Hall Napoléon €13; combined ticket (museum + special exhibitions) adults €16 Carte Musée Louvre Louvre 2007 02 24 c Its exhibits come from such diverse origins as ancient Egypt, classical Greece and the Roman Empire, medieval Europe, and Napoleonic France. Its most famous exhibit, of course, is Leonardo da Vinci's painting of the Mona Lisa (La Joconde, Italian: La Gioconda), generally to be found surrounded by hordes of camera-flashing tourists. The Louvre poses many of the same challenges to the visitor as Paris itself; overwhelming in size, crowded in high seasons, and much information available only in French. If you want to see everything in the Louvre, plan at least two full days. However, it is better to pick and choose, as the collection was assembled with an eye to completeness rather than quality.

• L'Orangerie - Musée de la Orangerie - ☎ +33 1 44 77 80 07 | Opening Hours: W-M (closed Christmas Day and 1 May) individuals 12:30-19:00, Thursday till 21:00; groups, 09:30-12:30; Adults, €7.50; concessions, €5; special exhibitions, + €1.20; audio guides available in several languages €4.50/€3 Musée de l'Orangerie Musée de l’Orangerie exterior - Reopened after extensive renovations, this small museum near the Louvre houses the Jean Walter and Paul Guillaume Collection, sold to the French Republic on very generous terms and numbering 143 paintings from the late 19th century and the first half of the 20th century (15 Cézannes, 24 Renoirs, 10 Matisses, 12 Picassos, 28 Derains, 22 Soutines). The collection joined the eight immense Water Lilies that Monet gave France in 1922 and which have been displayed since 1927 in two huge oval rooms purpose-built on the artist's instructions.

• Jeu de Paume - Northwest corner of the Jardin des Tuileries - Galerie nationale du Jeu de Paume Galerie nationale du Jeu de Paume Built during the First Empire, in imitation of the Orangerie, this small building is used by the Galerie Nationale to display temporary exhibitions of art photography, either contemporary or historic. This museum once housed many of the Impressionist painters that are now to be found in the Musée d'Orsay on the other side of the River Seine.

• Musée des Arts décoratifs - 107, Rue de Rivoli 48.862783, 2.334108 Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre|1|7}} ☎ +33 1 44 55 57 50 Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris Musee des arts decoratifs A monument to the French art de vivre, housed in a 19th-century wing of the Louvre that has been restored to beaux-arts splendour, its galleries and period rooms showcase eight centuries of Gallic taste in interior decoration.

• Musée en Herbe - ☎ +33 1 40 67 97 66 | Opening Hours: Daily 10:00-19:00 €4 for the exhibitions, €8 for the workshops Musée en Herbe Groupe-baby-maquette The little brother of the original Musée en Herbe in the Bois de Boulogne, this museum is also geared to children. They have games and hands-on exhibits, so you won't have to supervise quite as closely as in other museums. Arts workshops are available as well, but you'll need to reserve a space in advance.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Paris 1st Arrondissement

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One of the great joys of a visit to Paris is to simply walk around and explore to get the feel of the city. The 1st is as good a place to start as any, with the largely car-free section around Les Halles, and the right bank of the river Seine as good places to start. As a little bonus if you are in Paris in the summer time and the express lanes at river level are converted to an all pedestrian road called "Paris Plage" which fills with rollerbladers and sun-bathers just about every afternoon.

A number of Paris theaters are located in the eastern end of the 1st. English language productions are not unheard of, but the opera is likely to be in Italian anyhow. Your best option if you are interested in finding a show in either language is to pick up a copy of Pariscope which you can find at any newsstand for around €0.50. There are ticket outlets at Forum Les Halles (FNAC) among other locations.

• Comédie Francaise - Théâtre-Français, La maison de Molière - 1 Place Colette 48.863611, 2.335833 Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre - Comédie-Française Comédie Française colonnes The theatre is one of the rare state theatres in France. The company's primary venue is the Salle Richelieu. It was enlarged and modified in the 1800s and then rebuilt in 1900 after a severe fire. The played repertoires sum to around 3,000 works.

• Ô Chateau, Paris Wine Tasting - Discover French soft drinks with a local French sommelier. Informative, relaxing, and fun. In English in a beautiful Parisian loft.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Paris 1st Arrondissement

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• Antoine - ☎ +33 1 42 96 01 80 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10:30-13:00, 14:00-18:30 This shop sells stylish umbrellas and old-style canes, meant to last a lifetime. Also fancy hats, scarfs and gloves.

• Carrefour Express Paris Saint Honoré - 205, Rue saint Honoré 48.865061, 2.331604 ☎ +33 1 49 26 04 28 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 08:00-22:00; Sunday 08:00-13:00 A small version of the French Carrefour supermarket chain has the appearance of a neighbourhood shop, with stalls filled with fresh fruit and vegetables on its shopfront, and is about the only place to get reasonably-priced nourishment and beverages on the go when visiting the Vendôme area.

• Le Carrousel du Louvre - 99 Rue de Rivoli 48.86252, 2.33516 - A diverse underground shopping precinct adjoining the Louvre Museum. Open daily including Sundays. There is also a direct access into the Louvre.

• Forum les Halles | 101 Rue Berger 48.862778, 2.344444 Métro: Les Halles Opening Hours: Daily 09:00-19:00 Les Halles Les-halles - In the late 1960s what was Paris's primary farmers' market moved out to the suburbs to be replaced by a park above ground, and a sprawling underground shopping centre below. The interior design is strikingly period (think Logan's Run). The place is showing its age now, but still draws nearly a half-million Parisians per day, mostly teenagers. There's a movie theatre and a media library too. Les Halles underwent extensive refurbishment in 2016.

• Jean-Paul Hévin - 231, Rue Saint-Honoré 48.86622, 2.329182 Métro Tuileries ☎ +33 1 55 35 35 96 The chocolatier is known for his excellent hand made Chocolates especially the "praliné croquant".

• Librairie Galignani - 224, Rue Rivoli 48.864995, 2.328597 Métro: Concorde ☎ +33 1 42 60 76 British and American bookshop, specialising in fine arts.

• Minuit Moins 7 - 10, Passage Véro Dodat 48.862753, 2.340439 ☎ +33 1 42 21 15 47 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00-19:00, Saturday 11:00-13:00, 14:00-19:00 The "cordonnerie" repairs shoes and leather with the best materials.

• Place Vendôme NA, NA - High-end jewelry and watch boutiques on the place created by Napoleon I.

• Lorenz Bäumer - 19, place Vendôme 48.86824, 2.329288 Opening from Monday to Saturday 10:30-19:00 On her wedding day Princess Charlène de Monaco wore a Lorenz Bäumer tiara. This new jewellery-maker fashions novel forms combined with classical influences.

• Van Cleef & Arpels - 22-24, place Vendôme 48.867817, 2.330367 ☎ +33 1 55 04 11 11 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00-19:00 Princess Caroline de Monaco got her wedding ornament at this traditional shop, open since 1906.

• Patek Philippe Salons - 10, place Vendôme 48.866744, 2.329471 ☎ +33 1 42 44 17 77 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10:30-18:30; Saturday 11:00-12:30, 14:00-18:30 The Swiss luxury watch manufacturer, founded in 1851, is known for precise mechanics.

• W.H. Smith - 248, Rue de Rivoli 48.866174, 2.324917 Métro: Concorde ☎ +33 1 44 77 88 99 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 09:30-19:30; Sunday 12:30-19:00 - The largest English-language bookshop in Paris carries many of the newest releases.

Halal Restaurants in Paris 1st Arrondissement

there are several Halal Algerian and Moroccan restaurants that cater to those seeking delicious North African flavors while adhering to Halal dietary requirements. Let's explore a few of these establishments.

Restaurant Le Tagine:

Located in the 1st arrondissement, Restaurant Le Tagine is a popular spot for Moroccan cuisine. This halal-certified restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, with traditional Moroccan decor and comfortable seating. The menu features a wide range of Moroccan dishes, including aromatic tagines, couscous, grilled meats, and savory pastries. Guests can indulge in flavorful dishes prepared with authentic spices and enjoy the rich cultural experience that the restaurant provides.

Le Souk:

Le Souk is an Algerian and Moroccan restaurant situated in the heart of Paris' 1st arrondissement. With its cozy ambiance and friendly staff and the restaurant creates an inviting atmosphere for diners. The menu showcases a variety of halal options, including Algerian specialties such as couscous, tajines, merguez Sausages,and delicious pastries like baklava. Le Souk offers a taste of both Algerian and Moroccan cuisines, allowing patrons to explore the diverse flavors of North Africa.

Le Riad:

Nestled in a charming corner of the 1st arrondissement, Le Riad is a Halal Moroccan restaurant that combines traditional flavors with modern culinary techniques. The restaurant's elegant decor, featuring intricate tilework and ornate lanterns, transports guests to the magical atmosphere of a riad. The menu presents an array of tantalizing dishes, including lamb tagines, spiced Chicken, and couscous infused with fragrant spices. Le Riad provides an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine.

Zerda Café:

Zerda Café, located in the heart of Paris, is a popular Algerian restaurant renowned for its Halal dishes. The restaurant's vibrant and lively ambiance reflects the spirit of Algerian culture. Zerda Café offers a diverse menu that highlights the rich and flavorful Algerian cuisine, including specialties like couscous, mechoui (roast lamb), merguez Sausages,and traditional pastries such as makroudh and baklava. Guests can savor authentic Algerian flavors while enjoying the welcoming atmosphere of this charming establishment.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Paris/1st arrondissement

Paris/1st arrondissement - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Paris/1st arrondissement, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Paris/1st arrondissement. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Paris/1st arrondissement and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Paris/1st arrondissement. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Paris/1st arrondissement. Key components include:

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Paris 1st Arrondissement

Some of the most opulent hotels in the world are either in or very close to the 1st arrondissement, and there's some choice in the mid-range. Budget travellers, on the other hand, are probably better off in other, less central parts of town.

During fashion weeks, hotels, especially the 1st, are occupied by trade professionals and visitors, as well as brand showrooms. Finding a room can be a challenge and the rates go sky-high.

• Centre International BVJ Paris-Louvre - 20, Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau 48.8625381, 2.3410622 Métro: Louvre ☎ +33 1 53 00 90 90 +33 1 53 00 90 91 - €26+ This is just about as affordable as it's going to get in the 1st. If you are here to study at the Louvre, and want to stay focused it has a location which can't be beat, just across Rue Rivoli.

• Hotel Karraz - 12, Rue Mondétour 48.86365, 2.34854 Métro: Les Halles ☎ +33 1 40 26 25 40 +33 1 40 26 22 02 - Next to Les Halles Metro Station.

• Hôtel Montpensier - 12, Rue de Richelieu 48.8643457, 2.3363679 ☎ +33 1 42 96 28 50 +33 1 42 86 02 70 - Another semi-cheapie right in the middle of everything.

• Hôtel Saint-Honoré - 85, Rue Saint-Honoré 48.8611083, 2.3433014 Métro: Louvre ☎ +33 1 42 36 20 38 - Close to the Louvre. The place was renovated in the last few years, so the comfort level is pretty good considering it hasn't received a star rating yet.

• Hôtel Brighton - 218, Rue de Rivoli 48.86483, 2.32905 - Double from €229 The executive and deluxe rooms offer a breathtaking views of the Louvre and the Jardin des Tuileries, and the Eiffel Tower. Classic Parisian-style hotel next to shopping and cultural locations.

• Hôtel Britannique - 20, av Victoria 48.8583295, 2.3461341 Métro: Chatêlet ☎ +33 1 42 33 74 59 +33 1 42 33 82 65 Double from €157 - Anglophiles in Paris could do worse than to stay at this most Anglophile of French hotels. The location is good, at the very east side of the 1st, within an easy walk of Notre Dame, Les Halles, and above the central hub Métro station.

• Hôtel Louvre Bon Enfants - Hôtel le Loiret - 5, Rue des Bons-Enfants 48.8627944, 2.3381080 Métro: Palais-Royal ☎ +33 1 42 61 47 31 - Single rooms start at €90, doubles around €110 - Most reviewers give the hotel very high marks for cleanliness and comfort, but the real draw is the location: only steps from the Palais Royal/Louvre stop on Métro Line 1.

• Hôtel Mansart - 5, Rue des Capucines 48.86851, 2.32984 This charming 3-star hotel is next to the Place Vendôme and 2 minutes walk from the Opera Garnier and famous Parisian department stores. Antique furniture and paintings create an atmosphere of typical Parisian house.

• Hôtel de la Place du Louvre - 21, Rue des Prêtres Saint Germain l'Auxerrois 48.85927, 2.34091 - As its name suggests, this hotel is really close to the Louvre. Rooms on the street offer an impressive view on the Louvre and its central location is ideal.

• Hôtel Victoria Châtelet - 17 Avenue Victoria 48.8580327, 2.3460262 Métro: Chatêlet ☎ +33 1 40 26 90 17 +33 1 40 26 35 61 Basic rooms start at €89 and doubles at €90 - A cozy, competitively priced 24 room hotel with a friendly Art Deco atmosphere. It is located next to the Chatelet Theatre in the very centre of Paris across from Notre Dame. It is close to bus, taxi, Metro and RER stations: Chatelet les Halles, as well as three nearby monitored parking garages.

• Milestay Paris Les Halles | 4 Rue des Halles 48.8592458, 2.3452132 Metro & RER : Chatelet - Les Halles ☎ +33140138580 Check-in: 15h / Check-out: 11h From 140€ - Modern aparthotel with 9 furnished apartements, from budget studios to 2BR duplex. Various amenities including AC, kitchen and digital concierge.

• Novotel Paris Les Halles - 8 Place Marguerite de Navarre 48.86091, 2.34638 Renovated to Novotel's newest standards, it is one of the brand's flagships and earns consistently good reviews. While much cheaper than the luxury hotels closer to Place Vendôme, it is one of the pricier Novotels in Paris, if not the world.

• Castille Paris - 33-37 Rue Cambon 48.86827, 2.32681 ☎ +33 144 584 458 - €350-820 Castille Paris In the fashion neighborhood of Paris and the Castille Paris offers chic rooms that all look out onto the Rue Cambon. Some rooms are designed in a "Coco Chanel" style with beige and black tones.

• Hôtel Costes - 239, Rue Saint-Honoré 48.86674, 2.32802 Métro: Concorde ☎ +33 1 42 44 50 00 +33 1 42 55 50 01 - A basic room starts at €500 off-season Hôtel Costes Paris Hôtel de France et de Choiseul Perspectives - When the Costes brothers, who made their fortune in the Paris café trade, opened this designer hotel a couple of years ago it became an instant hit with the rich and famous, especially those of Hollywood. Whether it's worth the price for the exquisite interior decoration and the chance to rub elbows with a few movie stars is up to you to decide. They don't pay travel agent commissions, so either book it yourself, or pony up the extra €50 the agent would normally get.

• Hôtel Ritz - 15 Place Vendôme 48.86797, 2.32889 Métro: Pyramides ☎ +33 1 43 16 30 70 +33 1 43 16 36 68 - €650-8,500 Hôtel Ritz Paris Hôtel de Crozat - If there is any one hotel in the world which is not merely "putting on" the Ritz it would be this one, whose very name has entered the English language as a generic word for luxury (or the appearance thereof). The Ritz may not in fact be the fanciest hotel in Paris anymore, but it's always in the running. It's 350 times the price of a budget room in the neighborhood, but heck, maybe it's your honeymoon.

• Hôtel de Vendôme - 1, Place Vendôme 48.8670031, 2.3287060 Métro: Pyramides ☎ +33 1 55 04 55 00 - Singles start at €350; suites can be as much as €4,000 Occupying a building which was once the site of the Embassy of the Republic of Texas and the Hôtel de Vendôme is one of the most exclusive addresses anywhere, much like the neighbouring Ritz. The 29 rooms each have been decorated in the style of a different period, such as Classic, Baroque, or Deco.

• Hôtel Du Louvre, a Hyatt Hotel - Place André Malraux 48.86299, 2.33565 Grand Hôtel du Louvre Hôtel du Louvre 2012 - The hotel, built in 1855, is a brand itself enough for Hyatt to take second place to it. The hotel is a cornerstone for the Unbound Collection, a new Hyatt sub-brand created for legendary properties, many of which pre-date the Hyatt chain itself. It is literally next to the Louvre and keeps the belle epoque charm alive throughout the property, albeit remaining contemporary and not pretentious. The Brasserie, where in. al. breakfasts are served, has a terrace with a splendid direct view of the Louvre.

• Le Meurice | 228, Rue De Rivoli 48.865167, 2.327972 Le Meurice Hôtel Meurice - Paris In business since 1815 and founded to cater to demanding English travellers, Le Meurice has a rare distinction of being considered an actual palace by the French government (yes and they do regulate such things). Refurbished many times and the last time in 2007 by Philippe Stark, it has followed the changing demands of discerning travellers and remains as up-to-date as feasible yet retains numerous artefacts of its long history. Both its rooms and its famous ground-floor restaurant are frequent haunts of celebrities of all sorts, and it becomes a true potpourri of famous faces during the Paris Fashion Weeks.

• Renaissance Paris Vendôme Hotel - 4 Rue Du Mont Thabor 48.86547, 2.32969 Hidden in a side street and slightly demure and the Renaissance offers a welcome break from the revival-furniture-and-chandelier-filled surrounding hotels. Tasteful decor and quality service make up for the fact that some rooms are on the small side.

• The Westin Paris Vendôme - 3 Rue de Castiglione 48.86573, 2.32747 ☎ +33 1 44 77 11 11 - The Westin Paris – Vendôme Flickr - europeanpeoplesparty - EPP debates on EU Constitution - Paris 8-9 March 2005 (63) A favourite with wealthy Russian tourists and the Westin Vendôme seems almost like a poor relative to other luxury hotels in the neighborhood, and certainly rises above the chain's average to match them. Not all rooms are created equal and to get the best one needs to shell out a significant extra for the Tuileries view and high floor. All rooms are quite large by Parisian standards though. There hotel has a sizeable area of function rooms and there is almost always something happening inside. When not closed for an event and the Summer Terrace is a highlight.

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