Image from Mr & Mrs Smith

Our stay in Paris began at Résidence Nell. I found and booked this little boutique hotel through the website Mr & Mrs Smith from Australia. I had never been to Paris before, didn’t know where the hotel was (apart from the fact that it was located centrally) and had no idea what I would find. It’s safe to say that I really lucked out. Résidence Nell is a lovely, small boutique hotel which is situated a mere 5 minute walk from the Opera Garnier, Galleries Lafayette (shopping complex) and a quick bus or taxi ride to Montmarté and the Sacré Couer and Moulin Rouge.

The hotel itself was spotlessly clean with high quality linen and towels to enjoy. The range of complimentary cosmetics were of high standard and lovely to use too. The contemporary styling made you feel like you were truly staying in the chic city of Paris!

Our room also contained a very compact but well thought out kitchenette which meant we could whip up a cup of coffee or even cook if we felt like it.

All the staff at the front desk were extremely helpful with directions, bookings and even tickets to popular tourist attractions. All in all, our stay at Résidence Nell was extremely comfortable, pleasant and a real highlight of our trip. I would stay there again without hesitation!

Images by Ms Gingham