What part of Paris to stay in?

We almost always stay in Passy. We have stayed elsewhere, but we keep coming back to Passy.

https://www.parisunlocked.com/paris-neighbourhoods/a-full-guide-to-the-passy-neighborhood-in-paris/

In the 16th, with views of (and within easy, downhill walking distance of) the Eiffel Tower, it is the best of “village Paris” and a central location. I imagine it’s a bit like Rue Cler used to be, before it got “discovered” and all the tourists flocked there.

The tourists who stay at the hotels in Passy tend to be European and Asian, rather than American (although of course you will find Americans there). This makes a difference, we find.

Check it out! It’s lovely.

What about staying on Île Saint-Louis given that it is your favorite part of Paris?

Indeed , if you are looking for quiet, the Marais might be the last place to look at ....

...strolling Ile Ste Louis (my favorite part of Paris)...

As mentioned above, why not just stay there? We really love it there. Several good hotels on the island as well as places to eat and close to the metro.

Give it some thought.

JHK, I actually stayed there the first time I was in Paris…

It’s been ages, but I just kind of thought maybe it would be expensive…and I think the closest Metro is St. Paul, maybe 5 minute walk? I guess that’s actually not too bad - I’m not sure how much closer I could get staying elsewhere

But…I can’t argue with you - it’s kind of perfect for me

Thank you!!

Volva, I’ll check it out - it sounds lovely! Are there a number of Metro stops in the area?

Thanks!!!

Kim, good point!

TC…it’s hard to argue that! I mentioned slight concerns in my first reply, but I admit that I didn’t even check it out and give it a chance…

I’m going to do that - because it would be perfect!

Thank you!!

"and I think the closest Metro is St. Paul"
The closest metro station is Pont Marie on Line 7. It is less than a 5 minute walk from the center of the island. Being a less than five minute walk from a metro station is not going to necessarily be consistent with being in a quiet area.
The Père-Lachaise/Gambetta neighborhood/area is known for being residential and having family-owned and run cafes and restaurants and with the cemetery taking up so much space there, it is pretty quiet.

JHK, true!

Lots to consider - I’ll look into that neighborhood, too.

Thank you!!!

I booked 2 nights at the Hotel Saint-Louis en L’Isle …so excited!

Thank you so much for all of your help!

Betsy,
If you need info about places to eat on the island, let me know.

TC, that would be great, thanks!

I’m only there for two nights - so I’m thinking the second night I might have dinner in the island….

Looking forward to your thoughts!

Betsy: The 6 line stops in Passy. The stop is Passy. :-)

There is also good bus service - there’s a big coach station - and like I say, you can walk to the Eiffel Tower in 10-ish minutes. It’s great! We generally have coffee and a pastry, then walk down to Pont d’Iéna and cross the river. There are a slew of buses there, including the 72, which runs for much of its length along the Seine and by/through some of the most white hot tourist stuff in town. https://www.ratp.fr/en/plans-lignes/busratp/72

I know I sound like I am selling Passy hard, but I love it there. And again, it feels real and local, as rue Cler must have about 20 years ago. :-)

You have a 3 month stay in London, but Paris is your favorite city in the world, yet you are allowing only one or two night at the end of London. Why? London and Paris are easily linked. Are you 90 days in London without any time to go to Paris, even for a weekend?
You are shortchangjng yourself by not making time for Paris from London. Years from now you.will look back in regret for not making time to see your favorite city in the world.

Volva, I ended up staying in Ile Saint Louis, which I love…

But I’m spending most of my brief time in Paris exploring neighborhoods. Passy sounds lovely - should I make a point to go there? If so, any particular area?

Thanks!

Tree, I never said I was spending 3 months in London …I’m spending nearly 3 months in the UK, with London at the tail end of my trip

You want to know how much I love Paris? Except for the day I arrive in London, and the day (what little remains) I depart Paris for London, I’m going have one full day in London before I depart for the U.S. the next day. I’m giving up a huge chunk of London time because I needed to go to Paris again. I am spending a month in Tunbridge Wells in April before heading North, so I will do multiple day trips to London

I’m staying 3 nights in Paris. As it is, I’m paying for my hotel in London & Paris, and so I am not going to extend my London stay to have more time in Paris. I’m dipping into my savings for this adventure

I’m spending as much time in Paris as is reasonable. I’ll never regret it

Betsy, i think I relayed this info on another post but not sure. To eat on the island, check out L'Orangerie & Auberge de la Reine Blanche. Cafe Med is good too. There is also St. Regis which has a great breakfast for just a little money. We also had a small plate of cold cuts and wine one evening and it felt very french. All are on the same main street of the island

You did, TC - thanks! All look like good options for me, especially after I check into the hotel - I’m definitely going to need to eat!

They’re all on my list…so excited!

I stayed in the hotel you booked for a week in 2022…you won’t regret it! Location was great, rooms were very quiet, and it really does have a neighborhood feel in the evening. There are lots of good restaurants very nearby, especially the Italian place whose name is escaping me right now, but don’t sleep on Flore en Ile for dinner…I kind of wrote it off as a tourist trap, and there definitely are a lot of tourists there, but I wound up eating dinner there one evening when I was too exhausted to venture further and had a particularly good steak with to-die-for potatoes. The Saint-Regis is a great spot to get breakfast if you want something more robust (or just for a coffee…they had awesome coffee as I recall) & Lutetia was my go-to spot for a night cap. I think I’ve now talked myself into staying in the area when I return to Paris in 2025 :)

Maggie, so glad to hear it!

I love Ile Saint-Louis…I stayed there years ago, in another hotel.

I booked breakfast - but I wonder if I should cancel, instead having breakfast at one of the cafes on the island…

I only have 3 nights, so obviously limited dinners…one of which is already booked (EatWith, dining with a local). I definitely want to go to Joséphine Chez Dumonet and Le Recamier, so unless I change my mind about either of the last two, the only other meal available is my last day lunch …so, it’s going to be hard finding time to have a meal on the island.

It’s frustrating. I would extend my stay in Paris, but I can’t keep paying for that AND my hotel in London

Thank you !

I know I ate breakfast at the hotel at least one day, but I honestly don't remember any details, other than the room is charming...in the basement, almost like a cave with stone walls. There's never enough time in Paris, no matter how long you're there for...you'll just have to go back!

Maggie, thanks!

I’ll have most of arrival and departure day plus 2 full days…I’ll make the make of it!

Your right - there’s never enough time, and I must return!

You might consider the 17th arrondissement for a quiet, authentically Parisian weekend. As you know, public transit is excellent in the city, allowing you to visit the other arrondissements easily.

JPH, I’ve already booked my hotel …but I did add on two more nights, for a total of 5 full days

Is there anything specifically I should see in the 17th? A particular street ?

Thanks!

We had an amazing dinner at Le Colimaçon which we reserved because David Lebovitz had recommended it and for good reason. We also have reservations there this coming January. You have to secure your reservations with your credit card if that's a concern. Try to sit upstairs which is intimate and charming. The duck confit was fantastic. We've eaten lunch at the St. Regis which was quite nice. I eyed the Tarte Tropézienne but didn't indulge--more's the pity. Maybe in January. Enjoy your favorite city which is mine, as well.

Lindy, Le Colimacon menu looks good - I’ll put that on my list

I’m sure I’ll get to the St. Regis, maybe for lunch on the day I arrive…or a dinner when I don’t feel like shlepping somewhere rose

Where else are you dining in January?

Have a great time - and thanks!

We've eaten at both Le P'tit Troque and Bistrot L’Estrapade and greatly enjoyed them--might be more recommendations of David Lebovitz (love him) or from (??). Both are small and intimate/special. We don't have any other reservations, yet. We might wait until we arrive to reserve. We are visiting Rome and Sicily prior to Paris, sooooo, I'm a bit overwhelmed with reserving anything at this point!

I think I ate at Le P’tit Troquet years ago…loved it, if it’s the same place

I’ll check out the Bistro…

Ooh, have a wonderful time - that sounds incredible!