Vivaldi Hotel in the heart of the city

On Rue Roque de Fillol in Puteaux, Vivaldi Hotel is a short walk from La Defense — the business and shopping district just west of central Paris. Town centre kicks in about 125 metres from the door — cafes, shops, the everyday stuff, all close. La Defense metro station is under a kilometre away, which puts the main Paris sights within an easy ride. The three-star hotel has 30 rooms across four floors, with a small terrace tucked behind the building for a quiet drink.

The Standard Double room comes with a full double bed and a private bathroom with a shower. Expect a calm, neutral colour scheme, a desk area, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms are non-smoking and air-conditioned. The rate here is room only, so breakfast is added at booking if you want it; the hotel lays out a buffet each morning in its ground-floor dining room.

Westfield Les 4 Temps, one of the largest malls in the area, is about 879 metres away and good for a rainy afternoon. The Grande Arche de la Defense stands roughly 901 metres from the hotel, with the surrounding plaza and its public art worth a wander. Eglise Notre Dame de la Pentecote is close by at 965 metres. The Eiffel Tower is around 4.9 km away, reachable by metro in well under half an hour.

Couples who want quick access to shopping and Paris nightlife without paying central-Paris room rates. The metro link makes day trips into the city simple, and the quiet Puteaux streets mean a restful night after.