Romantic Weekend: Small Hotels Paris

When planning a romantic weekend, Paris has always been ranked among the top 5 of desired destinations – which hardly comes as a surprise, considering that the city conjures up images of loving, kissing couples in tight embraces on the banks of the Seine in almost everyone’s head: Who doesn’t have  Robert Doisneau’s famous kiss or movies such as Breathless (A bout de souffle) by Jean-Luc Godard in mind when thinking of Paris? And the best thing is that although romantic, Paris is never corny. Anyone can fill the myth with new life for themselves : during a walk across the Ile de la Cité with Notre Dame, while climbing the many steps of Montmartre to Sacre Coeur, or when indulging in a glass of wine in one of the many old bars in Ménilmontant.

And because lovers are busy enough with each other and like it cosy, small hotels Paris are ideal for overnight stays: they should be located in a nice area, with fresh croissants brought straight to the bed and with a personal, intimate atmosphere. For this romantic desire the Escapio team (and there’s always one of us who is passionately in love!) is well prepared. Here are our top tips:

The absolute highlight of small hotels Paris is the One by The Five, which consists of only a single, although stunning suite. The furnishing seems to be made of light. Around the seemingly floating double bed, colours, stars and clouds are shining, so lovers feel like they’ve been beamed into the galaxy. Of course this uniqueness has its price, but it provides an experience that your sweetheart will never forget!

Characterized by Parisian elegance are the 24 themed rooms of the four star Hotel Recamier. Here, modern design is paired with a familiar atmosphere, and the location in appealing Saint Germain-des-Prés is just perfect: with a view on the Church St. Sulpice (where incidentally Heinrich Heine got married) you are accomodated in the former quarters of the existentialists, with the famous Café de Flore, very centrally located close to many tourist attractions.

In the cosy Hotel des Archives, located in my favourite district Marais, all 19 rooms are individually furnished. And at a great value for money, this boutique hotel offers Parisian flair with beautiful furniture and exquisite art on the walls. From here you can easily explore the Jewish quarter of Paris with its many boutiques and the gorgeous Place des Vosges on foot. And all the other sights are also within very easy reach.