Le Relais Madeleine is a mid-range, 23-room hotel in the 9th Arrondissement of Paris, near the Opera Garnier and close to the famous department stores Printemps and Galeries Lafayette. Rooms have dated decor but decent tech features, including Bose Soundlink speakers. On-site amenities are limited, and though the hotel serves a continental breakfast for a fee, there's no restaurant, gym, or meeting facilities. That said, the hotel does offer loaner iPads, a public computer, and free Wi-Fi. For a more stylish option, travelers could consider the Hotel des 3 Poussins, offering a more modern take on a boutique property and a few rooms with terraces as well.

Situated in a former bank building, the 91-room Hotel Banke is an elegant luxury property conveniently located in the heart of Paris' Opera District, close to several attractions and well serviced by public transportation. The hotel features a beautiful lobby and a stylish restaurant and bar. Entry-level rooms are chic, with wood floors, minibars, and marble bathrooms, though they can be small. Suites offer more space and some have added features like original marble fireplaces, large baths, and custom-made furnishings. The hotel has a fitness area, but it's tiny and equipped with only a couple of machines, and though Wi-Fi is free, some guests complain that it's slow. Travelers could also consider the Castille Paris, a luxury option slightly closer to major attractions (two blocks from Tuileries Gardens), but decor is more subdued.