Where to stay in Paris with family: hotels, apartments, neighborhoods

Where to stay in Paris with family: choosing the right accommodation makes all the difference when visiting Paris with children. Space for everyone, a quiet neighborhood for the evening, and easy transport to reach the sights. Here are our ideas for hotels, apartments, and neighborhoods, both in Paris and near Disneyland and Parc Astérix.

For the visits themselves, check out our guide Visiting Paris with Family: 60 Places to Discover.

1. Where to stay in Paris with family: Family-friendly hotels

Hotel reservations at all price points in Paris: click on Book a hotel in Paris

Novotel Paris Les Halles – Located in the heart of the city near major attractions like the Louvre, this hotel offers spacious family rooms and child-friendly amenities such as play areas.
Hôtel Le Bristol Paris – This luxury hotel offers family-friendly suites, special children’s programs, and a rooftop pool. Click on Hôtel Bristol.
Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel – Ideal for families, it offers rooms with views of the Eiffel Tower, a central location, and plenty of space. Click on Pullman Tour Eiffel.
Hotels near the Eiffel Tower - Click on hotels near the Eiffel Tower

2. Apartment rentals

For more space and the convenience of a kitchen: See more by clicking on Serviced Apartments and also:

Airbnb or VRBO: Renting a Parisian apartment in neighborhoods like Le Marais or Montmartre gives families flexibility and a local experience.
Citadines Apart’hotels: These serviced apartments, located in areas like Saint-Germain and Montparnasse, are well-equipped for families.
Abritel

3. Where to stay in Paris with family: Recommended neighborhoods

Check out our Paris hotel reservations

The Marais: Family-friendly neighborhood with its parks, pedestrian streets, and proximity to museums. Opt for the 3rd or 4th arrondissement – To access directly, click on The Marais 3rd arrondissement or The Marais 4th arrondissement
Saint-Germain-des-Prés: Quiet, elegant and ideal for families wanting to explore central Paris. To access the hotels in Saint-Germain directly, click on Hotels in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Montmartre: Authentic charm and less crowded, offering stunning views and a typical local atmosphere. To access hotels in Montmartre directly, click on Hotels Montmartre
15th arrondissement: Close to the Eiffel Tower and quieter, ideal for families who prefer residential areas – Click on 15th arrondissement – as well as on Cool Hotel

4. Budget-friendly options

Ibis Styles Hotel Paris Bercy: Affordable and welcoming, with family rooms and breakfast included.
Yooma Urban Lodge: Designed specifically for families, with bunk beds and play areas, located near the Eiffel Tower. To book, click on YoomaUrban Lodge

Check out our Paris hotel reservations

5. Near Disneyland Paris

If you're planning a visit to Disneyland Paris, consider staying at one of these properties:

Disney hotels: themed rooms and direct access to the park.
Hotels near Marne-la-Vallée: family-friendly and more budget-friendly than the official Disney hotels.

Click on Hotels near Disneyland Paris then on Hotel maps near Disneyland – select the hotel that best suits you on the map.
Also check out our Paris hotel reservations

6. Near Parc Astérix

Parc Astérix is in Plailly, in the Oise department, 35 km north of Paris. To spend two days without making the round trip, consider staying:

In one of the park’s three hotels: Hôtel des Trois Hiboux, La Cité Suspendue and Les Quais de Lutèce, just a short walk from the attractions.
In a nearby hotel, often more affordable.

Click on Hotels around Parc Astérix

Bonus: 5 essential tips to help you plan and enjoy your stay in Paris

Have you noticed that our website provides you with tools to help you easily organize your trip to Paris so that your stay is a stress-free success?

1. Phrasebook translator for those who don’t speak French fluently

Do you struggle to find the right word or phrase in French? Click here on PHRASEBOOK – or in the top right corner of your screen. It’s a glossary of 100 useful words and/or phrases for a tourist visiting Paris. You’ll feel at ease in restaurants, hotels, shops, on the metro, for greetings, asking for directions, etc. Eight languages are available. And guess what? You can also listen to each word and phrase in French.

2. VPBY’s Stay Generator

There are many interesting and educational things to see in Paris. We strongly recommend planning your stay carefully. To help you, we offer you FREE access to our Paris Trip Generator.

In just 5 minutes and 5 clicks, you’ll get a half-day-by-half-day itinerary. Plus, all reservations—if you wish, with no obligation—for the sites you want to visit. You can also book your transport (plane, train, or car) and your accommodation, as well as get suggestions for valuable souvenirs for you, your friends, and your family.

How does it work?
Click on "Paris Trip Organizer"—completely free—which will save you the hassle of trying to see as much as possible in the least amount of time. Then you’ll need to make your choices:

1/ You select your "general preferences" by clicking on the list (Museums, Churches, Monuments, Parks, etc.);
2/ The VPBY Stay Generator then suggests all relevant listings for you;
3/ You select by clicking on the names of the museums, monuments, parks, or activities you wish to include;
4/ The organizer returns your itinerary for each day of your stay;
5/ with geographically optimized daily visits—if you wish—to avoid tedious and tiring travel.

It takes just 5 clicks and 3 minutes. And it’s completely free. To use it, click on "Paris Stay Organizer".

Note: Want to know what users of the VPBY Stay Generator think of their experience? Click on "They planned their trip with VPBY".

3. List of Reservations to Make

You have free access to our database to “get to know” Paris (Click on Paris Guide) and discover Paris (Click on Places to Visit). And to avoid wasting time waiting in line, we recommend making your reservations directly online a few days in advance. All official reservations are available and useful on our website:

To avoid wasting time waiting in line, we recommend making your reservations online a few days in advance. All official reservations are available and useful on our website:

Reservations to enter museums, monuments, shows, Seine cruises
Reservations for your arrival in France: planes, trains, cars
Reservations for your accommodation: hotels, apartments, guesthouses – in Paris or nearby

You’ll find links to all these reservations directly in the articles about the attractions that interest you or in the self-guided itineraries of our walks. By clicking on "Reservations" in the header bar, you’ll have access to all the reservations you’ll need during your stay. For example:

4. Bring Home Collector’s Paris Photo Souvenirs

These are high-definition collector’s photos available in digital format or as long-lasting prints (75 to 100 years). Their size ranges from postcard to large format (up to 1 m on each side or more). A lifelong keepsake to decorate your home. A quality souvenir (unlike the typical plastic Eiffel Tower or snow globe). At very affordable prices. Click on:

5. Return with a personalized photo report of your stay in Paris

Photo sessions by professional photographers in Paris at your chosen locations or ones we recommend. A "family" session, wedding, or other events. From 1 hour to a full day. The best value for money. Click on:

Our Partner Photographers