You know that dream when you're staying in a luxury hotel in Paris? Why let it be only a dream, we say! Staying at one of these deluxe places should be on the wish list of every Francophile and everyone who daydreams of their next trip here. For this list we've chosen hotels that deliver the luxury you expect, but at prices much more affordable that those at the city's Palace hotels. We know this — spending a few nights at one of these hotels will be something you remember for the rest of your life.

Fauchon L'Hôtel Paris

We'll start with the newest hotel on this list, and one of the newest luxury accommodations in Paris. Fauchon has been the prominent name in gourmet food in Paris since 1886, when Auguste Fauchon opened a store on Place de la Madeleine in the 8th Arrondissement. The Fauchon name dominated a corner of the place for 130 years until the 2020-2021 coronavirus lockdown resulted in the permanent closing of the store.

Luckily for travelers, Fauchon has taken over another space at the opposite end of Place de la Madeleine where they've created a hotel experience that echoes the gourmet experience of their food. The iconic Fauchon design and colors are evident. The common spaces and some of the rooms feature works by young French artists and artisans. The French design firm Atelier Paluel Marmont created a full set of original furniture, lighting, paneling, even carpeting. It's a one-off, unique experience and located in the center of all things Paris. Most importantly, guests love the service, ambience, and comfort. For a pampered, luxury stay in Paris, there's a new address !

Fauchon L'Hôtel Paris

• 4 Boulevard Malesherbes, Place de la Madeleine
• 8th Arrondissement

Le Pavillon de la Reine

"Everything about this hotel is extraordinary," exclaimed a traveler in a typical 5-star review of Le Pavillon de la Reine. Located on the historic and charming Place des Vosges, you enter the hotel through a tranquil courtyard just off the place. It's an oasis of calm right in the middle of bustling Marais.

Being in the heart of the Marais, Le Pavillon is close to shopping and museums, including the newly-renovated Musée Picasso. It's just two very short blocks away from one of our favorite oyster places, Le Bar à Huitres.

Le Pavillon de la Reine

• 28 place des Vosges
• 3rd Arrondissement

Le Fouquet's Hotel Barrière

Expensive? Yes. Worth it? Definitely. Reams of travelers who consistently rate Barrière Le Fouquet's as one of the best Paris luxury hotels, and the rooms are enormous for a hotel located in the center of all things Parisian.

Discreet, formal yet friendly service. Conveniently located at the corner of Champs Elysée and George V in the luxurious 8th Arrondissement, above restaurant Le Fouquet. Here, you are close to the best restaurants and boutiques, the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. We'll be just across the street at Louis Vuitton's flagship store!

Hotel Pont Royal

Walk to the museums, catch the Metro at the nearby station Rue du Bac, eat at the best restaurants of Saint Germain des Prés. The hotel concierge at this can arrange everything for you. In short, the Pont Royal everything you expect in a Paris luxury hotel.

Hotel Pont Royal nicely shows off a renovation employing mahogany, silk and stone as the theme. There's a reading lounge, fitness area, and a bar for a cozy nightcap. If you're in the mood for something special, be sure to dine at the nearby restaurant, l'Atelier de Joel Robuchon, with menus by France's most famous chef.

Hotel Pont Royal

• 5 Rue de Montalembert
• 7th Arrondissement