Hôtel Henriette

I really enjoyed my stay at this small boutique hotel in Paris. It’s thoughtfully designed with quintessential Parisian charm. We stayed in a twin room, which was definitely compact, but nothing unusual for Paris (one bonus is a decent size wardrobe in the room for hanging clothes, which isn’t always a given). A few small improvements could make it even better, like adding a few more hooks in the bedroom and bathroom, and maybe a little shelf in the shower for toiletries. Also, just a heads-up if you're staying in a twin room: the bathroom has a partial frosted glass door, so it might feel a bit too open if you're not traveling with someone you know well. I wasn’t too sure what to expect for the 13ème, but the location is in a great little neighborhood that feels more local and less touristy. It’s a bit removed from the big sights, but well-connected by metro and bus, so getting around was easy. The hotel also provides a curated list of nearby restaurants, which I really appreciated. One pleasant surprise was the express breakfast. I usually skip hotel breakfasts because they’re overpriced or too heavy, but this one was perfect: €6 for a coffee, a glass of juice (freshly squeezed orange juice was an option!), and two pastries. Just right, and great value. They also provide a refillable glass water bottle that can filled with still or sparkling water at their filtered tap for decanting into personal water bottles. The staff were friendly, helpful, and responsive throughout my stay. Overall, a charming and comfortable stay with thoughtful touches. I’d definitely come back!