Mr & Mrs Smith and Locke Paris properties

My go to for a number of visits was the Hotel
Muget. Its in the 7th. 20 minute stroll to the base of the Effiel Tower.

Thank you Claudia.
That looks like a great location.
It's a little over the budget for this trip but I'll keep it in mind for a time when my husband joins me.

I am staying at Hôtel Relais Bosquet in Rue Cler in December, based on a lot of recommendations from forum members here.

Have you done a search on the forum for hotels? Here are a few that I looked at that might be helpful.

https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/france/help-with-the-choice-between-two-paris-hotels
https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/france/hotels-on-rue-cler-in-paris
https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/france/where-to-sleep-in-paris
https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/france/hotel-airbnb-paris-left-bank-recommendationshttps://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/france-reviews/centrally-located-neighborhoods-and-hotels-in-paris-for-70-solo-female-traveler

I just stayed at hotel Bonaparte on rue Bonaparte near st Suplice and it was quiet with comfortable beds. The stairs are tight spiral and there's a small elevator I didn't love but it was under 200 euros a night I believe. Coffee machine available for all guests regardless of breakfast paying or not. 24/7 desk attendant and I was overall happy with it.

Mardee, thank you for the search results. I searched the forum and read reviews and recommendations in those and other threads. I noted the hotels mentioned and read reviews on booking.com and tripadvisor. After I choose the best option, I’ll book directly with the property.
I enjoyed reading the trip report of your travels with your grandchildren. Looks like a fantastic experience.

pbscd, thank you for the suggestion. The location is great and the property seems to be available for my dates. It’s definitely on the list.

Jules, I stayed at Le Jardin de Verre last October and would stay there again. It is very close to a metro stop, as well as the Jardin de Plantes, and the remains of a Roman arena—three selling points for me. On the minus side, a walk to the Orsay took about 35 minutes because the hotel is on the far east side of the 5th. I like hotel rooms that have a place to sit besides the bed, so Locke’s studio style worked for me., and I made use of the kitchenette. The hotel staff was young and friendly, but I was surprised that Nespresso coffee pods had to be requested via WhatsApp rather than at the front desk. I’m old!

PatR, thank you so much for the response and review.
I also like a studio. This property maybe the winner for this trip.