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Best Hotels for Families in Paris (2026)

Updated: December 22, 2025
By Santorini Dave • dave@santorinidave.com

Colorful carousel in front of a Haussmann-style building in Paris

A two-story carousel in the Place de l’Hôtel de Ville in the 4th Arrondissement.

Paris Family Hotels – My Tips

My kids at the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

My boys at the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

  • Book Early & Be Strict with Occupancy
    Paris hotel rooms are notoriously small, and occupancy laws are strictly enforced. You cannot simply “squeeze” a child into a double room; hotels will turn you away. True “Family Rooms” (sleeping 4+) are rare and sell out 6 months in advance. For the best value and space, look specifically for Aparthotels (like Citadines or Adagio) which offer kitchenettes, or book two Connecting Rooms. If booking a “Triple,” verify if the third bed is a real bed or just a pull-out sofa.
  • Best Neighborhoods for Families
    The best areas in Paris for families strike a balance between walkability and quiet. Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th) is the gold standard: safe, central, and steps from the Luxembourg Gardens playground. The 7th Arrondissement (near Rue Cler) offers a village-like atmosphere and Eiffel Tower views, but is quieter at night. The Marais (3rd/4th) is hip and walkable, but be warned: historic buildings here often lack elevators and have very narrow staircases, which is a nightmare for strollers.
  • Best Cheap Hotel for Families: Staycity Aparthotel Gare de l’Est. This is the ultimate practical choice. You get clean, modern studios with kitchenettes (great for saving money on breakfast) located right near a major transport hub, making it easy to zip anywhere in the city.
  • Best Family Hotel near Eiffel Tower: Novotel Tour Eiffel. While it looks like a business hotel, it is fantastic for families. It features a heated indoor pool (rare in Paris), spacious rooms that comfortably fit four, and a solid breakfast buffet.
  • Best Disneyland Hotel: Disneyland Hotel. Located right at the park entrance, this iconic pink hotel recently underwent a massive “Royal” renovation. It is now the ultimate luxury splurge with a princess theme, character encounters, and a private entrance to the park. (Disneyland is a 40-minute RER train ride from central Paris).
  • Metro vs. Bus (And the New Flat Fare)
    The Paris Métro is fast but not stroller-friendly (endless stairs, few elevators). Buses are much better for families with buggies.
    The “Flat Fare” Rule: A single rail ticket (Metro, RER, Train) now costs a flat €2.50 for any trip within the entire Île-de-France region (including to Versailles or Disneyland Paris). A Bus/Tram ticket is €2.00.
    Payment Warning: Unlike London, you generally cannot tap a credit card directly at Metro turnstiles. You must buy digital tickets via the Île-de-France Mobilités app and load them to your phone (Android/iPhone) or buy a plastic “Navigo Easy” card (€2) at a station machine. (Note: You can tap a credit card on buses, but it costs more and doesn’t allow transfers).
    Kids’ Fares: Children under 4 travel free. Ages 4–10 pay 50% off the single ticket price (load “reduced fare” tickets onto a Navigo Easy card). Ages 11+ pay full adult fare.
  • Dining Strategy & “Menu Enfant”
    French dining culture is rigid, but manageable. Most restaurants do not open for dinner until 7:00 pm or 7:30 pm. Arrive right when they open; the staff is more relaxed, it’s quieter, and your food comes faster. Look for the “Menu Enfant” (Kids Menu), which is often a great value (main dish + drink + dessert). For lunch, grab a “jambon-beurre” (ham and butter sandwich) from a bakery for a quick, cheap, and authentic picnic in a park.
  • Playgrounds & Parks
    Paris parks are dusty (gravel paths) but wonderful. Luxembourg Gardens (Left Bank) is the absolute best, featuring the “Poussin Vert” fenced playground (small fee), historic marionette shows, and the famous pond where kids can push vintage wooden sailboats. Tuileries Garden (Right Bank), next to the Louvre, has a free playground, a carousel, and summer trampolines. Jardin d’Acclimatation (Bois de Boulogne) is a massive amusement park/playground hybrid that can occupy a whole day.
  • Museums: Kids are Free (But Book Ahead!)
    Children under 18 enter all national museums (Louvre, Orsay, Orangerie) for free. However, this does not mean you can just walk in. You must book a specific time slot online for the adults and a “free” ticket slot for the children. If you show up without a reservation for the child, security may deny you entry.

The Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Paris

1. Fraser Suites Le Claridge Champs-Elysées – 8th Arrondissement • luxury

Exterior and main entrance of Fraser Suites Le Claridge in the Belle Epoque style on Champs-Elysees Avenue in Paris
Hotel phone: +33 1 44 13 33 33
This is my top recommendation for families who need more space and the convenience of a kitchen in a central location. As a 5-star aparthotel, it offers large one and two-bedroom suites with separate living areas, fully-equipped kitchenettes, and in-suite washer/dryers. Awesome for preparing breakfast, storing snacks, and having a relaxing evening after the kids are in bed. Its location is right on the Champs-Élysées, putting you in the center of the action and within walking distance of a metro station and the Arc de Triomphe.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Fraser Suites

2. Four Seasons George V – 8th Arrondissement • luxury

The dining courtyard in full bloom with three restaurants at the Four Seasons George V in Paris
Hotel phone: +33 1 49 52 70 00
For the ultimate luxury family trip, the Four Seasons is in a class of its own. It’s possibly the most kid-friendly 5-star hotel in the world, with incredible service that includes personalized welcome gifts, child-sized robes, gourmet kids’ menus, and a genuine warmth towards children. The indoor pool is a hit with families, and the spacious suites provide plenty of room to spread out. It’s an unforgettable splurge.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Four Seasons

3. Saint James Paris – 16th Arrondissement • luxury

Large apartment for families in Paris.
Hotel phone: +33 1 44 05 81 81
Majestic hotel set in among verdant, year-round gardens and tucked away in a chic residential neighborhood. Families can enjoy spacious suites with gorgeous winter gardens, brand new apartments with up to three bedrooms and a full kitchen, or (for extra large groups) the four-story, six-bedroom Villa Saint James. The recently renovated boutique hotel offers an indoor pool in the spa and a farm-to-fork restaurant, Bellefeuille, with veggies and honey sourced from the hotel’s sustainable garden and apiary south of the city. Barbecues are held in the Garden Bar in the summer, while the winter months offer cozy meals in the Library Bar. Special offers for families change throughout the year but often include complimentary breakfast and passes to nearby museums. Free bicycles make it a breeze to explore the city.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Saint James Paris

4. Grand Powers Hotel – 8th Arrondissement • luxury

The Haussmann-style facade of the Grand Powers hotel in Paris
Hotel phone: +33 1 47 23 91 05
Family-friendly and pet-friendly, the hotel offers a charming café/cocktail bar and a therapeutic spa. Rooms and suites are sunny with marble bathrooms and mid-century modern style, most with views of the Eiffel Tower, and many with private balconies. Most rooms and all suites comfortably sleep 3 guests; junior suites and the Elegant Suite can connect to sleep 4 to 6. Superb location just a block from Champs-Élysées and a short walk to the Arc de Triomphe and the Grand Palace.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Grand Powers

5. Maison Albar Le Vendôme – 9th Arrondissement • luxury

Suite for family of 4 in Paris.
Hotel phone: +33 1 87 44 38 88
Lively hotel built in a 19th-century cabaret boasting an indoor pool with a skylight, a trendy Japanese restaurant, and DJ sets in the courtyard garden on weekend nights (children are allowed for family fun dancing). Suites sleep up to four with one king sized bed and two sofa beds or book connecting rooms for more privacy. Beautifully located near the Palais Garnier and Place Vendôme.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Maison Albar Le Vendôme

6. Citadines Saint-Germain – 6th Arrondissement • midrange

Hotel near Notre Dame for families.
Hotel phone: +33 1 44 07 70 00
This is one of the best choices for families in Paris, hands down. Citadines St-Germain is a fantastic aparthotel, meaning every studio and one-bedroom apartment comes with a well-equipped kitchenette for saving money on meals and preparing snacks. The one-bedroom units are ideal for giving parents their own space after the kids are asleep. Its prime location on the Seine is an easy walk to Notre Dame and the Luxembourg Gardens, and the nearby Saint-Michel station is a major transport hub (line 4, RER lines B and C).
• Hotel website • Check prices for Citadines St. Germain

7. Gardette Park Hotel – 11th Arrondissement • midrange

A hotel room with one double bed and two single beds at Gardette Park Hotel in Paris.
Hotel phone: +33 1 47 00 57 93
This is my favorite choice for families who want a quieter, more local Parisian experience. Its best feature is its location directly on a charming park square with a playground. The hotel offers family rooms, and the surrounding 11th Arrondissement is a real neighborhood full of affordable bistros, bakeries, and supermarkets. While it’s a Metro ride to the main sights, the trade-off is a peaceful, authentic base away from the intense tourist crowds.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Gardette Park Hotel

8. Novotel Tour Eiffel – 15th Arrondissement • midrange

1970s architecture at the Novotel Tour Eiffel hotel in Paris with red rounded square windows making up the front of the skyscraper.
Hotel phone: +33 1 40 58 20 00
One of the few hotels in central Paris with a large, heated indoor pool. While the architecture is 1970s-style, the rooms are functional and specifically designed for families, with sofas that convert into beds for two kids. It is a 10-minute walk along the Seine to the Eiffel Tower.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Novotel Tour Eiffel

9. Hôtel Louvre Opéra – 1st Arrondissement • midrange

Connecting hotel room for families.
Hotel phone: +33 1 40 20 01 10
Family suites are 2 interconnected rooms each with twin beds. Fantastic location. Many restaurants nearby. Steps from the Pyramides metro station.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Hôtel Louvre Opéra

10. Best Western Aramis St Germain – 6th Arrondissement • midrange

Three star hotel with view for families.
Hotel phone: +33 1 45 48 03 75
In the center of St Germain. Triple rooms (2 twins and 1 sofa bed) and quadruple rooms (2 twins and 2 sofa beds). Located in a prime shopping area on Rue de Rennes, it is steps from the Saint-Placide metro station and a 10-minute walk to the Luxembourg Gardens.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Best Western

11. Staycity Aparthotel Gare de l’Est – 10th Arrondissement • budget

Paris apartment with kitchen for families visiting Paris.
Hotel phone: +33 1 84 88 83 40
Large suites with kitchens and cookware close to Gare de l’Est and Gare du Nord (for Eurostar train to London). Friendly staff. Surrounding streets are not the most beautiful in Paris but there are plenty of places to eat, a food market, and good metro connections with the rest of the city.
• Hotel website • Check prices for Staycity Aparthotel

More Paris Hotels for Families

All of these hotels have triple, quad, or family rooms. The larger the room the earlier they seem to be snatched up – so book early.

Family Apartments in Paris

The living room of the Lamoureux Aparment with animal-print upholstry at the Saint James Hotel in Paris

The one-bedroom Lamoureux Apartment at the Saint James Paris.

Recommended apartment rentals for families in Paris. All units have kitchens. Most have washer/dryer and internet.

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