Paris 16th Arrondissement

Although this cosy hotel is just a few steps from the Champs Elysées, it is situated in one of the quieter residential areas of Paris, midway between the Arc de Triomphe and the Trocadéro gardens.

Each of the 38 rooms is tastefully decorated and well equipped with a marble bathroom, WC and many modern amenities, including a hairdryer and satellite TV. There is a new basement breakfast room and the hotel is air-conditioned. Continental breakfast is included.

High season: March and 1 - 11 July £7. Superior room: £7

Set in a charming tree-lined pedestrian side street, part of which is reached by a flight of steps which also provide access to the hotel (reminiscent of Montmartre), this sister hotel to the Queen Mary has a more informal atmosphere, but is equally tastefully decorated, and has a very pleasant lounge.

All rooms have shower or bath and WC, cable TV, telephone, minibar, personal safe and hair dryer. Rooms for up to 4 people are available. Continental breakfast is included.

Midweek supplement: LS & MS £6, HS £12

This family-run hotel offers traditional elegance and comfort and is superbly located between the Champs Elysées and the Trocadéro gardens.

All 75 individually decorated rooms have bath or shower, WC, internet cable system TV, air-conditioning, minibar, safety deposit box and tea and coffee making facilities. Rooms on the north side of the hotel have a spectacular view of the adjacent reservoir. Buffet breakfast is included.

High season supplement during March and 1-15 November 2010: £16, and from 1 to 11 July: £11. Triple room reduction: £16