Chic boutique hotel within walking distance of the Eiffel Tower
One-minute walk to the metro; five-minute walk to a major metro hub
Sleek black-and-white rooms with AC, minibars, and flat-screen TVs
Some rooms have Eiffel Tower views (extra fee)
Well-designed lounge and small restaurant
Parking and airport shuttle service available (extra fee)
Add-ons like welcome Champagne, gastronomic treats, or "Loveboxes"
24-hour room service
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Some rooms face the metro
Not all rooms have coffee- and tea-making facilities
Breakfast not included
No fitness or business facilities
The upper-middle-range First Hotel, a boutique property in Paris' largely residential 15th Arrondissement, is about a 20-minute walk south of the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars. Its 43 rooms, stocked with minibars and flat-screen TVs, have a starkly chic black-and-white decor, but they're on the small side. Some rooms face the metro, but they're quiet. Rooms with Eiffel Tower views come with a surcharge -- other add-ons include macarons and Champagne on arrival or French Gastronomic Boxes. The hotel has a small lounge -- all black and white like the rooms -- and a sleek restaurant with two outdoor tables that's open weekdays. Another chic, upscale option could be La Maison Favart, a boutique in the 2nd Arrondissement.
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Scene
Chic, classy boutique decorated in black and white
The First Hotel is situated in a Haussmann-style structure that blends in with other buildings on the street. Renovated in 2010, the hotel, designed by Laurent Mangoust, features a stark black-and-white motif. A black desk and leathery white tufted bench are in the small reception area, while a stylish lounge mixes velvety armless wingback chairs and molded cutout chairs placed around small tables. There's also a small dining area that overlooks the street with two tables on the sidewalk. The hotel draws guests from across the spectrum -- couples, families, solo travelers, business travelers, and groups of friends.
Location
In the residential 15th Arrondissement, near UNESCO and the metro
Located south of the Eiffel Tower, the First Hotel sits on a busy street near three metro stops: Cambronne station is across the street, and La Motte-Picquet-Grenelle, a hub of three other lines, is a five-minute walk north toward the Seine. Shops, cafes, and restaurants are all within easy walking distance, and there's a bakery next door. The Eiffel Tower and the famous Rue Cler street market are less than 20 minutes away on foot, or three stops on the metro. While above-ground train tracks can make this a noisy spot, soundproof windows ensure quiet, as long as they're kept closed.
Rooms
Chic black-and-white rooms with AC, minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi
First Hotel's guest rooms feature flashy decor -- mostly black and white -- that's chic and modern, with black accent walls and carpeting and white furniture and bedding. Molded ceiling details add a touch of classic Parisian style to the modernity. Suites may have leopard-print elements and sitting areas. Rooms are generally doubles, and are somewhat on the small side. They come with air-conditioning, soundproof windows, and blackout curtains. All rooms have desks and chairs, wardrobes, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and in-room safes. But not all rooms have coffee- and tea-making facilities. Bathrooms are compact but chic, also in black and white with rectangular sinks and stand-in showers. They include hairdryers and toiletries. Wi-Fi is free, room service is available 24-hours, and housekeeping comes daily. Some rooms have views of the Eiffel Tower (for a higher rate), while others face the metro station. Those facing the metro can be noisy when the windows are open.
Features
Chic lounge, restaurant, 24-hour room service, free Wi-Fi -- but no fitness or business facilities
Beyond its high style, there aren't many extras at the First Hotel. It has a chic lounge and a small restaurant with two sidewalk tables open during the week. Breakfast is served, but it's not included in the room rate. Room service is available 24-hours a day. The hotel will arrange airport shuttle service and parking. Room add-ons include macarons and Champagne on arrival, a box of French gastronomic goodies, roses, and yes, a Lovebox, or "sensual pleasure chest dedicated to igniting passion in couples."Dry cleaning and laundry service are available, and free daily newspapers can be found in the lobby. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.
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