The Eiffel Tower, one of the most famous monuments in the world, was erected in 1889 for the Paris World’s Fair that same year and designed and executed by Gustave Eiffel. Nicknamed the Iron Lady, the mighty tower was an architectural and engineering marvel, and at the time it was built, it was the tallest structure in the world at 1,063 feet. It was eventually surpassed by the Chrysler building erected in New York City in 1929.
The tower was supposed to be temporary, with a 20 year lease, but Eiffel wanted his name to live on along with his legacy, so he installed radio towers at the top which now made it more useful, and the city let it stand indefinitely. Today, the Eiffel Tower is the most visited, paid monument in the world, with around 7,000,000 visitors annually.
The Eiffel Tower is on the left bank (Rive Gauche) and the two closest postcodes to the Eiffel Tower are 75015 – 15th arrondissement and 75007 – 7th arrondissement. Both neighborhoods are mainly residential areas with upscale apartment buildings from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. The neighborhoods also have a wide range of accommodation options, from small family businesses to chain hotels to five-star luxury hotels. The other zip code closest to the Eiffel Tower but on the right bank is 75016 – the 16th arrondissement. Here are our top picks for accommodations from the three different neighborhoods.
Pro tip: Make sure to buy your Eiffel Tower tickets well in advance (they sell tickets two months in advance) directly on the Eiffel Tower sitewhere you pay the lowest price. Other websites that offer tickets to the Eiffel Tower sell tickets at a much higher price, usually 20 to 30 percent more than the official website.
1. Pullman Eiffel Tower
Probably the closest hotel to the Eiffel Tower entrance, the Pullman Eiffel Tower, is a large, modern four-star hotel with 430 spacious rooms, ranging from almost 90 square meters to a 495 square meter suite with a separate living room and a couch. Many of the rooms have Eiffel Tower views and amenities include free Wi-Fi, 42-inch plasma TVs, air conditioning, in-room coffeemakers, minibars, room service and free bottled water. There is also a business center, parking garage, fitness room, concierge service, restaurant and bar.
2. Hotel Eiffel Rive Gauche
The hotel is on a small, quiet street, just a 10-minute walk from the tower. Eiffel left bank is a small three star hotel with excellent rates starting at 180 USD per night for a double room. The 29 cozy rooms have double beds or two single beds, free Wi-Fi, a large-screen TV and a free breakfast buffet.
A unique convenience is the hotel’s free wine tastings, paired with a cheese platter decorated with fresh fruit and nuts. The hotel is also pet friendly so bring your pooch to visit Paris.
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3. Hotel Peninsula Paris
The Paris peninsula, a subsidiary of the renowned, global luxury brand Peninsula, is one of the most luxurious hotels in all of Paris. Located on the right bank, near Trocadero Square, which has the best view of the Eiffel Tower, the Peninsula Paris caters to discerning, international customers who are used to unbridled luxury and service. The rooms are among the largest in Paris, starting at 375 square meters for the Deluxe Room up to the extravagant Peninsula Suite, which measures almost 3,500 square meters. The suite is designed more like a chic Parisian apartment than a hotel room and has a grand piano, living room, dining room, two dressing rooms, two full bathrooms and a fireplace.
Le Rooftop is a rooftop bar, outdoor bar and lounge area in a peaceful garden that serves cocktails, wine and small light meals. Take in breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower (go at night when the glittering lights go out every hour after dark), the Arc de Triomphe, and other nearby Paris attractions.
L’Oiseau Blanc is a Michelin-starred restaurant on the top floor of the hotel, a great dining experience not only for the exceptional food but also for the fantastic view.
The hotel is close to the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Avenue Montaigne, home of the top fashion designer boutiques.
Le Derby Alma is located on the elegant Avenue Rapp in Paris. (Image credit: Julia Kuznetsova / Shutterstock.com)
4. The Alma Derby
A four-star hotel that is undeniably Parisian, The Alma Derby, features decor inspired by French courtiers. The hotel is located on the elegant Avenue Rapp, lined with Art Nouveau architecture from the early 20th century, less than 10 minutes’ walk from the Eiffel Tower. All rooms have air conditioning, safe, cosmetic mirror, minibar with free soft drinks, espresso machine and kettle, bathrobes and slippers and hairdryer. Executive Rooms have terraces, some with tower views, and the romantic Eiffel Tower Suite on the top floor, which is 335 square meters, has Art Deco accents in shades of blue and gray.
Additional hotel services include laundry service, a concierge desk, limousine service, babysitting and massages.
The hotel website is currently offering a 30 percent discount when you book a room for three nights or more.
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5. Shangri-La
Another fabulous five star extravaganza is the Hotel Shangri La Paris, near Place Trocadero. A grand 19th-century mansion that once belonged to Prince Roland Bonaparte, a descendant of Napoleon Bonaparte, was converted to the Shangri La in 2011 and still retains many of the rich, original architectural details and structures.
Standard amenities in each room include a king-size bed, goose down duvets and pillows, toiletries from the iconic House of Guerlain, marble bathroom with bathtub and separate shower cubicle, unlimited access to over 2,000 digital newspapers and magazines, thick terrycloth robe with slippers, and a Iron with ironing board.
A private garden on the hotel grounds borders the Seine and offers a close-up view of the Eiffel Tower.
Dining options include Shang Palace, which serves exquisite Cantonese cuisine and is the only Chinese restaurant in Paris to be awarded a Michelin star, and La Bauhinia, an airy, two-story dining room, offers an eclectic menu of French delicacies and Southeast Asian culinary delights Delicacies. The restaurant has an extended outdoor terrace in the garden.
The Shangri-La also offers an afternoon tea service, serving exclusively vegan pastries and tea sandwiches in the intimate lounges and seating areas at the front of the lobby.
From the first week of June to the end of September, the Shangri-La will open a pop-up champagne bar on the terrace of its most prestigious suite. In collaboration with Krug Champagne, a highly regarded champagne house from 1843, the hotel offers an exclusive vintage every year. In addition to the champagne, you can order small plates and snacks. As you sip your champagne flute, take in fantastic views of the Eiffel Tower and other notable Paris sights. The intimate terrace only seats 24 people, so reserve your space in advance.
6. Hotel Passy Eiffel
We have included a little further from the Eiffel Tower than the other hotel entries here Hotel Passy Eiffel because of its unique charm and surprisingly affordable prices starting at $ 138 a night.
The Hotel Passy Eiffel is located on the ultra-chic Rue de Passy, an upscale shopping street with trendy residential and fashion boutiques, just a 20-minute walk or 4-minute taxi ride from the Eiffel Tower. Each room has its own individual design with attractive, contemporary decor. There are five room categories, from single rooms to deluxe triple rooms with a double bed and an additional single bed. In-room amenities include comfortable double beds, desk / computer tables, air conditioning, minibar, safe, carpeting, free WiFi, soundproofed windows and TV with premium channels.
A free breakfast buffet is served along with free daily newspapers in the peaceful garden area. There is also a lounge and bar, a laundry service and a business area.
The Hotel Passy Eiffel offers discounts for stays of three nights or more and for longer stays.
Pro tip: Always check the hotel’s official website for the best prices. Even though prices are lower on other websites, it is still best to book through the hotel website as you have a better chance of getting a free upgrade or services and amenities like free breakfast or a free bottle of champagne or wine in your room .
The Eiffel Tower may be one of the most famous landmarks of Paris, but it is just one of the many attractions that bring visitors to this world-class city:
