We almost cannot handle the chicness this designer spot oozes, but it is Paris after all.

What’s more sightseeing-centric than an address a stone’s throw from the iconic Place de la République?

Contemporary rooms keep ya up to date with mod cons like flat-screens & free WiFi.

Nestled outside of the centre, but located on a lively street near shops, eateries and the metro.

Modern rooms keep you up to date thanks to flat-screens and free WiFi.

Glass cube front desk is clearly awesome; Ice Kube Bar is cooler than a polar bear’s toenails (it's literally made of ice, so bundle up.)

Peaceful courtyard area makes it easy to unwind after sightseeing.

Hard to find more original digs than this: an uber-cool space located on a barge on the Seine.

Conveniently metro-able to the sights annnnd a private flower-filled garden? Consider the deal sealed.

Inviting rooms are simply furnished, with wood floors and luxe white quilts.

Plywood-headboard-spare, but charmingly stylish, the rooms (and mini-hex tile bathrooms) feel uber-fresh and modern.

All rooms are individually-themed to the nines in styles like Bond 007, Versailles, Levitation and Cabaret.

In the artsy, stroll-worthy Montmartre.

Dark palette gives the lobby a covert vibe. Side street location follows suit.

Quirky, colourful surrealism theme leaves you inspired (and possibly wishing you packed fewer neutrals).

In an authentic, non-touristy ‘hood near the green Maurice Gardette Square, between Bastille and Republique.

Elegant corner boutique in a shopper’s paradise of a neighbourhood, complete with doorman for that extra-posh touch.