Francois 1Er, Paris

Francois 1Er - A boutique hotel in Paris's Golden Triangle with designer interiors and multilingual service

Located in a quiet street off the Champs-Élysées, this 4-star Paris hotel occupies a 19th-century Haussmannian building with intricate wrought ironwork. The 40-room property, designed by Pierre Yves Rochon, features antique furnishings and classically-themed décor throughout its spaces. Hotel Francois 1Er offers rooms ranging from 49.2 ft^2 Classic doubles to 124.7 ft^2 luxury suites with separate living areas. All accommodations include flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, en-suite bathrooms, and modern amenities. The American buffet breakfast serves fresh pastries, crepes, smoked salmon, and eggs in an elegant dining room. A lounge bar with a fireplace opens to a greenhouse garden for afternoon tea and evening drinks. Business facilities include a 131.2 ft^2 meeting room equipped for up to 15 people. The property sits 787.4 ft from George V metro station, within the prestigious Golden Triangle formed by Avenue Montaigne and Avenue George V.

Pros

Staff speaks seven languages including Arabic, Chinese, and Portuguese

Room service available from 6 PM to midnight

Inner courtyard rooms provide exceptional quietness

24/7 reception desk with express check-in/out service

Cons

12.5 miles distance from Orly Airport

Classical décor style may not appeal to all guests