Best Budget Paris Hotels

With an ideal location near the buzzing Latin Quarter, this boutique hotel delivers an impressive amount of style and amenities for the price.

Surrounded by plenty of public transportation—including bike rentals and Metro stops—and within walking distance to Boulevard Saint-Germain and Notre Dame, the Hotel des Nations has an unbeatable location on the Left Bank. But the hotel’s chic design, well-equipped rooms, and high-touch service make it a standout option in its category.

Guests stay in colorful and contemporary rooms, with mod-style wallpaper, whimsical upholstered furniture, and plenty of jewel tones. Accommodations are outfitted with all the necessary conveniences, including flat-screen TVs, mini-bars, and goodie-filled welcome trays.

Guests are well taken care of, between a dedicated concierge team, a full buffet breakfast (which can be delivered to guest rooms), and a daily ‘honesty bar,’ with hot drinks and petit-fours on offer.

While the Hoxton is not the cheapest option, it’s ideal for travelers looking for a taste of the finer things at an affordable price.

Located in a restored 18th-century residence, the Hoxton is a glorious blend of vintage Paris and contemporary-cool style. Every inch of the hotel oozes chicness, from the leafy interior courtyard surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows to the atrium-covered lobby with an original spiral staircase, pastel-colored sofas, and Art-Deco lighting.

The wow factor continues in the rooms, many of which offer Julliette balconies with lovely garden overlooks. Mid-century-modern decor, colorful accent walls, chevron wood flooring, and stocked bookshelves complement luxuries like rainfall showers, blackout curtains, and exclusive branded toiletries.

Not to be missed is the Moroccan-inspired Jacques Bar, with its vintage floral wallpaper and creative drinks like the “Green Playhouse.” There is also a casual wine bar and Rivié, serving French-Asian fusion cuisine.

The rooms are small for the price (they start around $200), but most guests come for the hotel’s ambiance, as several on-site restaurants attract trendy locals and visitors.

Located nearby Canal St. Martin in the 10th Arrondissement, this trendy hostel is a favorite for its groovy design and social atmosphere.

With its design-forward hostels across Europe, Generator has branded itself as “the new generation” of hostel accommodations—and they have succeeded in realizing this vision. Everything about the Paris location screams contemporary-cool, from its lobby lit by a vintage movie-theater-style sign to its Metro-themed basement bar complete with original Metro tiles.

Guests stay in shared dorms or private rooms designed with black-and-white color palettes, blonde wood furnishings, and graphic wallpaper. Higher-level room categories offer spacious private terraces with hammocks.

There are plenty of restaurants in the area, but guests have several at their disposal, including the brasserie-style Café Fabien, which has a ping-pong table and outlook over the urban garden next door. There’s also a 9th-floor rooftop bar, covered by a canopy and offering lovely views of the Sacré-Cœur.

While the ever-romantic Marais district is home to multiple splurge-worthy hotels, this jewel box boutique is a well-kept (and affordable) secret.

Guests can make like Marie Antoinette at the fancifully adorned Hotel Caron de Beaumarchais, an 18th-century residence with quintessentially Parisian decor. Located off the Rue de Rivoli, a stone’s throw from Place des Vosges, the hotel is unmistakable thanks to its cerulean blue facade.

With only 19 rooms, the hotel offers the experience of staying in a private home, and the quiet atmosphere makes it a favorite with couples. Guest rooms are decidedly baroque-chic, with floral draperies, vintage desks, and wood-beamed ceilings, along with modern comforts like mini-bars and toiletries from Acqua di Parma.

Couples start the day with a lovely continental breakfast on the rooms’ Juliette balconies, which either face the quiet street or the interior courtyard. While there is no restaurant or spa, the location and romantic decor make the hotel an ideal home base for couples.

Novohotel may not be the most charming Parisian hotel, but its heated indoor swimming pool, accessible location, and ample children’s amenities make it a home run with families.

Located directly across from Gare de Lyon on the Right Bank, Novohotel ensures guests can reach Paris’ best sites within minutes via a quick Metro ride. Families will appreciate the spacious and well-equipped rooms, many of which offer outdoor terraces and accommodate extra sofa beds for youngsters.

Conveniences include Nespresso machines, mini-fridges, 42"-LCD TVs (with children’s channels), and soundproofed rooms with blackout curtains for cozy nights of sleep. After days of exploring in the children’s play area and library, families can unwind and cool off at the heated indoor swimming pool.

Another boon for families is the on-site bistro, which serves crowd-pleasing Mediterranean fare and a great wine list—ideal for when a fancy dinner is not in the cards for little ones.

Located in the quiet 14th Arrondissement, this cozy hideaway wins extra points for style.

For a chic Left Bank stay, look no further than Atelier Montparnasse, whose name (atelier) directly translates to "artists' studio." Exposed brick, handsome leather furniture, and Pop-Art are found through the hotel, which surrounds a lovely interior garden with colorful chairs and faux grass.

Guest rooms are individually designed, with names like "Nature" and "Havana Club," and decorated with handsome parquet flooring, vintage-inspired sconces and trunks, and spacious Italian marble bathrooms with free-standing tubs.

A dedicated concierge on site can arrange anything from special treats for lovebirds (like flowers and chocolate delivery) to opera tickets to dinner reservations.

Located on the edge of the 5th Arrondissement within walking distance of the Panthéon and Luxembourg Gardens, this pint-sized, family-run boutique hotel checks all the boxes—and then some.

Hotel Saint-Marcel is a standout option for a wallet-friendly stay in Paris, thanks to its plentiful amenities. While the location is ideal for exploring, guests can spend afternoons reading in the tea room or wine bar, where bottles are sourced straight from the family’s vineyard.

A Parisian-style and continental breakfast are offered, and guests can order room service straight from a nearby, local-approved restaurant. Guests stay in well-appointed (albeit small) accommodations, adorned with modern, black-and-white color schemes with bright crimson accents, along with sleek bathrooms. The welcoming staff is very accommodating and can arrange for special room conveniences, such as baby cribs.