Apartments for Rent in Paris: My Picks for Great Vacation Rentals

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In short: vacation apartment or hotel?
In some cases a vacation apartment is a better deal than a hotel, and in others it isn’t. Here I’ve gathered apartments I’ve checked or stayed in, plus the rules to check before you book.
  • What it costs: in a fairly central location, a small room runs 100 to 150 euros a night, and a spacious studio for a couple 150 to 250 euros a night.
  • Who it pays off for: families of three or more. For a couple, the gap between a small apartment and a hotel room has narrowed a lot in recent years.
  • What to check before you book: whether there’s an elevator and what floor the apartment is on. In the historic buildings of Paris, an elevator is the exception rather than the rule.
  • The areas I recommend: the Marais (3rd and 4th) for a central base, the Latin Quarter (5th) for families, and the 16th and 17th for peace and quiet and lower prices.
  • How this page works: first Udi’s apartments, which I recommend (I’ve stayed in some of them myself), then a search of apartments I picked on Booking.com, the most popular apartments by size, and finally apartments by arrondissement.
  • Disclosure: some of the links are affiliate links, at no extra cost to you.

An apartment in Paris will make you feel like a real Parisian for a few days. Renting an apartment is also a cheaper option if you’re traveling with your family, and I haven’t even mentioned the culinary perks of renting an apartment in Paris…

So if you’re looking for an apartment, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve gathered a selection of recommended apartments here, and all that’s left for you is to pick the one that suits you best.

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My favorite apartments in Paris

In 2019 I met a lovely man named Udi, who owns several apartments in Paris. In 2021 I stayed in his apartment near Place de la Concorde for the first time and fell in love with the luxurious amenities (excellent beds, a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning and more) and the excellent service. For me, it’s the perfect solution when I travel with my parents.

So it’s no surprise that every time I come to Paris, I rent a different apartment from him. If you’re lucky and one of the apartments below is free on your travel dates, I recommend you don’t think twice and grab it.

The Marais and central Paris

  1. I stayed here!
    A spacious, stylish living room in a vacation apartment for rent near Place de la Concorde, Paris

    The apartment near Place de la Concorde

    Best for: large families

    This is the first of Udi’s apartments I stayed in with my parents, and we had a wonderful time! It’s a spacious apartment that offers a luxurious Parisian living experience in the heart of the city. It’s a short walk from the Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Garden, and it’s equipped down to the last detail to make sure your family has a perfect stay. The ideal combination of space, comfort and a great location.

  2. I stayed here!
    A vacation apartment for rent on Rue Saint-Roch near the Tuileries Garden, Paris: double bed, dining area and kitchenette

    The apartment near the Tuileries Garden

    Best for: couples (up to 4 guests)

    A compact apartment on Rue Saint-Roch, next to the Church of Saint-Roch and a short walk from the Tuileries Garden, the Louvre and the Palais-Royal. It’s ideal for a couple, but it can also sleep 3–4 people thanks to a sofa bed in addition to the king-size bed. It has two bathrooms, a big advantage when you’re traveling as a family (in the morning, when everyone is rushing to get out and explore, you’ll definitely feel it). The windows face an inner courtyard, so the apartment is wonderfully quiet and you’ll sleep soundly, even though it’s in the heart of Paris.

  3. Dining area and fully equipped kitchen in a vacation apartment near the Centre Pompidou

    Apartment no. 1 near the Pompidou

    Best for: couples / small families

    An apartment in a simply perfect location, just steps from the Centre Pompidou. You’ll find careful modern design alongside old-world charm, and it makes a perfect base for couples or small families who want to experience the Marais up close. No wonder I try to book this apartment every time I come to Paris (sadly, often without success, because it gets snapped up very quickly).

  4. I stayed here!
    A cozy bedroom in an apartment for rent in central Paris, near the Pompidou

    Apartment no. 2 near the Pompidou

    Best for: small families

    In the same building as the previous apartment, this one is perfectly suited to a small family looking for comfort in the middle of the action. A smart, stylish space that makes the most of every square meter to give you a feeling of home, right next to the neighborhood’s best cafés and boutiques.

  5. Modern studio design in a vacation rental in the Marais, Paris

    Apartment no. 3 (studio)

    Best for: a couple / a couple with a child

    The smallest apartment in the building that houses the two previous apartments I reviewed. An intimate, bright studio decorated with good taste. You’ll find an open space with a well-equipped kitchenette and a romantic atmosphere that will make you feel like a local from your very first day in the city.

  6. I stayed here!
    A renovated guest apartment on Rue Beaubourg in the Marais

    The apartment on Rue Beaubourg

    Best for: a couple / a small family

    An elegant, bright apartment with easy elevator access, and from its window you can see the Centre Pompidou. After a day of wandering the city, you can come back to a quiet, air-conditioned, comfortable space that offers a perfect escape from the bustle outside.

  7. I stayed here!
    A quiet apartment for rent in the Sainte-Croix area of the Marais, Paris

    The apartment on Rue Sainte-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie

    Best for: a couple / a small family

    The apartment is on one of the busiest streets in the Marais, but it’s very quiet because all its windows face an inner courtyard. It’s just steps from all kinds of culinary attractions, led by Eataly, and from the Hôtel de Ville square, so from here you can walk to the Marais, the Île de la Cité and much more.

  8. A bright studio apartment on Rue des Rosiers in the heart of the Jewish quarter

    The apartment on Rue des Rosiers

    Best for: couples (studio)

    An authentic Parisian experience in the heart of the lively Jewish quarter, right where all the magic happens. A stylish, well-appointed studio that makes an ideal launch pad for energetic couples who want to take on the city.

  9. An apartment in a historic Parisian building near the Musée Picasso

    Near the Musée Picasso

    Best for: a couple / a small family

    A little step back in time into an impressive classic Parisian building on an elegant lane near the Musée Picasso. An apartment full of character, with an authentic atmosphere for anyone looking for an old-fashioned quality of life.

  10. I stayed here!
    A family vacation apartment near the Marché des Enfants Rouges in the northern Marais

    The apartment in the northern Marais

    Best for: families

    A spacious, accessible family apartment in the up-to-date, trendy part of the northern Marais. I really loved this apartment because it’s close to quite a few culinary attractions, like the Marché des Enfants Rouges or the Tout Autour du Pain bakery, which has won several awards for its baguette, croissant and chausson aux pommes. On top of that, being near Place de la République, an important metro hub, means you can reach plenty of places (including the Eiffel Tower) without changing lines.

  11. A vacation apartment for rent on Rue Saint-Honoré, near Place Vendôme, Paris

    The apartment on Rue Saint-Honoré

    Best for: families of up to 6 guests

    A ground-floor apartment on Rue Saint-Honoré, one of the most upscale streets in Paris, just steps from Place Vendôme and the Louvre. Two bedrooms and an extra bed in the living room, a dining table for six and a view of a quiet inner courtyard. If you’re coming as a large family and want to stay right in the center of the center, this is the place.

The Eiffel Tower and western Paris (the 7th, 16th and 17th)

  1. A ground-floor vacation apartment for rent near the Eiffel Tower

    The apartment near the Eiffel Tower

    Best for: no stairs / families

    A rare ground-floor apartment that spares you climbing stairs at the end of a day packed with experiences. It’s a short walk from Place du Trocadéro, so you can pop out every evening to watch the Eiffel Tower sparkle and then come back to a pleasant, quiet family space.

  2. I stayed here!
    A classic living room in a family apartment near Place du Trocadéro, Paris

    The apartment near Trocadéro

    Best for: families (2 bathrooms)

    A classic, luxurious apartment in the exclusive 16th arrondissement, with a smart layout and two full bathrooms, a huge and rare advantage for families. It combines modern comfort with quick, easy access to the attractions in the west of the city.

  3. I stayed here!
    Luxurious design in a vacation apartment in the Passy neighborhood

    The apartment in Passy (16th)

    Best for: families

    A luxurious, quiet oasis in the Passy neighborhood, designed with accessibility in mind. The apartment is equipped to the highest standard and promises families a relaxing stay in one of the most elegant neighborhoods in Paris.

  4. A modern studio apartment near the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

    The apartment near the Arc de Triomphe

    Best for: couples (who don’t mind stairs)

    A charming Parisian studio just above the famous Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe. Climb up to the apartment and enjoy a cozy, stylish nest for romantic couples who don’t mind stairs and love being in the middle of the action.

  5. A stylish apartment in the 17th arrondissement

    The apartment in the 17th

    Best for: a quiet stay

    A strategic gem that combines maximum comfort in a safe, pleasant area for families. The apartment is close to the lovely Parc Monceau and the lively food market, and it offers a quality Parisian experience far from the tourist traps.

  6. A vacation apartment for rent on Rue de Grenelle, near the Eiffel Tower and the Champ-de-Mars, Paris

    The apartment on Rue de Grenelle

    Best for: up to 4 guests

    An apartment on Rue de Grenelle in the 7th arrondissement, within walking distance of the Champ-de-Mars and the Eiffel Tower. A separate bedroom and an extra bed in the living room, a balcony, an elevator and air conditioning.

  7. La Muette and Trocadéro, the area of the apartment on Rue de Longchamp, Paris

    The apartment on Rue de Longchamp

    Best for: families of up to 6 guests

    A spacious apartment on Rue de Longchamp in the 16th arrondissement, moments from Place du Trocadéro and one of the most beautiful views of the Eiffel Tower. Two bedrooms and an extra bed in the living room, a balcony, and a quiet neighborhood of bakeries and boutiques instead of crowds.

  8. I stayed here!
    The living room of a vacation apartment for rent on Rue Saint-Dominique with a double bed, dining area and kitchenette, near the Eiffel Tower, Paris

    The apartment on Rue Saint-Dominique

    Best for: up to 4 guests

    An apartment on Rue Saint-Dominique in the 7th arrondissement, one of the liveliest streets on the Left Bank, with bakeries, wine bars and neighborhood restaurants. It was renovated from top to bottom to an architect’s design, and it has a separate bedroom and an extra bed in the living room, a balcony and an elevator. The Champ-de-Mars and the Eiffel Tower are a few minutes’ walk away.

The Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain

  1. A classic Parisian studio for rent near Boulevard Saint-Germain, Latin Quarter

    Near Boulevard Saint-Germain

    Best for: couples (studio)

    The apartment is in the very heart of the lively Latin Quarter, a short walk from Notre-Dame and the Panthéon. A perfect retreat for couples after a day of wandering among the market stalls of Place Maubert.

Udi’s 20 apartments at a glance

To make comparing them easy, I’ve put all the apartments in one table. Click the link in the last column to go back to the photos and details of that apartment.

Apartment I stayed Area Best for Card
The apartment near Place de la Concorde ✓ 8th Large families To the card »
The apartment near the Tuileries Garden ✓ 1st Couples (up to 4 guests) To the card »
Apartment no. 1 near the Pompidou Marais Couples / small families To the card »
Apartment no. 2 near the Pompidou ✓ Marais Small families To the card »
Apartment no. 3 (studio) Marais A couple / a couple with a child To the card »
The apartment on Rue Beaubourg ✓ Marais A couple / a small family To the card »
The apartment on Rue Sainte-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie ✓ Marais A couple / a small family To the card »
The apartment on Rue des Rosiers Marais Couples (studio) To the card »
Near the Musée Picasso Marais A couple / a small family To the card »
The apartment in the northern Marais ✓ Marais Families To the card »
The apartment on Rue Saint-Honoré 1st Families of up to 6 guests To the card »
The apartment near the Eiffel Tower 16th No stairs / families To the card »
The apartment near Trocadéro ✓ 16th Families (2 bathrooms) To the card »
The apartment in Passy ✓ 16th Families To the card »
The apartment near the Arc de Triomphe 16th/8th Couples (who don’t mind stairs) To the card »
The apartment in the 17th 17th A quiet stay To the card »
The apartment on Rue de Grenelle 7th Up to 4 guests To the card »
The apartment on Rue de Longchamp 16th Families of up to 6 guests To the card »
The apartment on Rue Saint-Dominique ✓ 7th Up to 4 guests To the card »
Near Boulevard Saint-Germain Latin Quarter Couples (studio) To the card »
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Recommended apartments in Paris on Booking.com

Udi’s apartments get snapped up really fast, and more than once the dates you need are no longer available (I know that frustration well). So I went through Booking.com with a fine-tooth comb and picked a selection of highly recommended apartments. Choose the area you’re interested in, and I’ll show you what fits.

Where in Paris should I look for an apartment?

By default I search all areas. Untick an area you do not care about. You can narrow it down to one arrondissement later, in the results.

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The most popular apartments in Paris among my readers

Before I give you apartment recommendations for each arrondissement, if you’d like to trust the wisdom of the crowd, let me show you the apartments my readers loved most. To make it easier, I’ve sorted them by how many people they can sleep.

Large apartments (for families and groups)

  1. Apartments Du Louvre

    Apartments Du Louvre

    1st arrondissement (Louvre)

    Spacious apartments in the most central location there is.

  2. Citadines Les Halles

    Citadines Les Halles

    1st arrondissement (Les Halles)

    An excellent aparthotel in the heart of the Les Halles shopping area.

  3. ADL - Le Marais

    ADL – Le Marais

    Marais

    Live like a bourgeois in the heart of the Marais. Large, comfortable apartments.

  4. Residence Meslay Republique

    Residence Meslay Republique

    3rd arrondissement (République)

    Close to Place de la République. An excellent option for families who want easy access to the metro.

  5. Le Prince Régent

    Le Prince Régent

    6th arrondissement (near the Latin Quarter)

    Near the Latin Quarter, close to the gardens and the Sorbonne. A pleasant, aristocratic atmosphere.

  6. Mithouard Apartments

    Mithouard Apartments

    7th arrondissement (Invalides)

    Near the Invalides. A quiet, upscale area, ideal if you’re looking for calm.

  7. Résidence Blanche

    Résidence Blanche

    9th arrondissement (Opéra)

    A beautiful building in the 9th arrondissement near the Opéra. Classic and central.

  8. Caumartin 64

    Caumartin 64

    9th arrondissement (department stores)

    Right next to the big department stores and the Opéra Garnier.

Mid-size apartments (up to 4 people)

  1. Sweety home in Marais

    Sweety home in Marais

    Marais

    A sweet apartment (in every sense) in the heart of the best area in the city.

  2. Sweet Inn - Etienne Marcel

    Sweet Inn – Etienne Marcel

    2nd arrondissement

    A strategic location between the Marais and the Louvre. Modern, pleasant design.

  3. Bourg Tibourg Apartment

    Bourg Tibourg Apartment

    Marais

    A classic apartment in the Marais, close to all the boutiques and the falafel.

  4. Citadines St-Germain

    Citadines St-Germain

    6th arrondissement (Saint-Germain)

    An aparthotel on the banks of the Seine. Step out of the apartment straight into a postcard.

  5. Fraser Suites Champs-Elysées

    Fraser Suites Champs-Elysées

    8th arrondissement (Champs-Élysées)

    Luxury near the Champs-Élysées. If you feel like treating yourself.

  6. Quartier Notre Dame

    Quartier Notre Dame

    5th arrondissement (Notre-Dame)

    The historic heart of Paris. Ideal for history buffs.

  7. Adagio Paris Opéra

    Adagio Paris Opéra

    9th arrondissement (Opéra)

    A reliable chain in a central location near the Opéra. A safe, convenient choice.

  8. Citadines Bastille Marais

    Citadines Bastille Marais

    11th arrondissement (Bastille)

    On the edge between the Bastille and the Marais. Lots of good restaurants in the area.

Apartments for couples and solo travelers

  1. Opalin rue de Turenne

    Opalin rue de Turenne

    Marais

    A charming studio in the heart of the Marais. You’ll feel right at home.

  2. PEPPER & PAPER

    PEPPER & PAPER

    5th arrondissement (Latin Quarter)

    Stylish vacation apartments in the Latin Quarter. A young, fun atmosphere.

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Recommended apartments in Paris by arrondissement

Before you choose an apartment, it’s worth choosing an arrondissement. For a first visit to Paris, I recommend the 1st to 6th arrondissements and the 9th (only around the Opéra). If you already know the city, you can also consider the 7th to 14th, the 16th and the 17th. Click an arrondissement to see the recommended apartments there.

Map of the twenty arrondissements of Paris A schematic map of the twenty arrondissements. Each number is clickable and leads to the apartments page for that arrondissement. The Seine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Click an arrondissement number to see its apartments

For first-time visitors

If you already know the city

More arrondissements

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Questions and answers about apartments in Paris

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paris?

Until the early 2000s, most people who visited Paris stayed in hotels. But then, as the internet took hold, vacation rentals came into our lives and offered a cheaper, roomier way to stay in Paris.

Add to that the magical feeling of being a Parisian for a few days and being able to cook the finest dishes of France in your apartment (or at least heat them up in a toaster oven), and you’ve got a winning way to stay.

So it’s no surprise that when I wrote the guide How to save money in Paris without cutting corners, I recommended vacation rentals as the cheaper and more pleasant alternative to a hotel.

A lot of water has flowed under the bridges of the Seine since then, and things have started to change, not necessarily for the better. Demand for apartments led companies like Airbnb to raise prices and add fee after fee. At the same time, competition pushed hotels to lower their prices, and the result is that today the price difference between a small apartment and a hotel room is fairly small.

How much will it cost you to rent a vacation apartment in Paris? It’s not an easy question to answer.

The main reason is that, unlike hotels, where there’s a certain standard that directly affects the price (the star rating system), any apartment owner in Paris can, in theory, ask for whatever they want. Even so, here’s my estimate of what’s reasonable to pay for a fairly central apartment in Paris in 2026:

  • Small room: 100–150 euros a night
  • Fairly spacious studio for a couple: 150–250 euros a night
  • Apartment for a small family (3–4 people): 250–350 euros a night
  • Fairly large apartment (5–6 people): 350 euros and up.

Of course, all of this is a rough estimate and depends on many factors, such as the condition of the apartment, the time of year and so on. Aparthotels will usually cost more than renting a private apartment, but you’ll often get cleaning services and a 24/7 reception.

Who should rent an apartment in Paris?

As you can see, apartment prices are in some cases not much lower than a hotel room. Add to that being tied to the apartment and the fact that nobody cleans up after you, and you’re surely asking yourself: does all this mean you should give up on an apartment and book a hotel room? Not necessarily.

To decide whether an apartment or a hotel suits you, all you need to do is ask yourself two questions:

How many of you will there be?

If you’re a couple or traveling solo, an apartment may not be worth it, because the price difference between an apartment and a hotel isn’t big.

On the other hand, if you’re a family of 3 or more, an apartment with several bedrooms (or a bedroom and a living room with a sofa bed) is an excellent option, because it will cost you much less than renting several hotel rooms.

What will the pace of your trip be?

If this is your first time in Paris and you’re planning to rush around the city all day chasing attractions, I highly recommend a hotel, because you won’t spend much time in the room anyway.

On the other hand, if you’re seasoned Francophiles who want to enjoy a slower pace, an apartment in Paris is the right option for you. An apartment like this lets you head down to the neighborhood market in the morning, buy a fresh baguette, cheese, fish, meat and any delicacy you can think of, and celebrate the start of the day with a lavish breakfast.

The apartment also gives you a place to come back to during the day to rest a little and enjoy all the treats you bought yourself while wandering around Paris.

Which Paris arrondissements should you avoid staying in?

Even though quite a few poorer neighborhoods have gone through gentrification, for safety reasons I still recommend not staying in the 18th arrondissement (except the touristy part of Montmartre), the 19th (except perhaps the Buttes-Chaumont area) and parts of the 20th. I’d also be less inclined to recommend the western parts of the 15th and 16th, because they’re fairly boring areas far from the center.

Which arrondissements do you love staying in?

I love staying in the Marais, near the Louvre Museum and recently I also fell in love with Montparnasse, so I really love staying there too.

Which apartment booking sites do you recommend?

There are quite a few booking sites, some reliable and some less so. To help you book only from a reliable site and compare prices easily, I created the Francophile’s Toolkit, where you’ll find all the best sites for booking your hotel in Paris (or anywhere else in France).