The Bar/Lounge at Hotel de Montesquieu

"Which room to book: Standard doubles are compact—opt for a superior double Amenities: 24-hour Room Service, Bar/lounge, Wheelchair-accessible View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2005 ›"

"With meals at around €50 a head, the gastronomic restaurant Le Lounge is a good deal for this neighbourhood; the bar menu is served at all hours"

"Guests can also unwind in the living room and bar where all-day breakfast, French tea service, weekend brunch and cocktails are served"

"It’s expensive, but the gourmet restaurant, Le Lounge, is as impressive as the rest of the hotel"

"Downstairs, the intricately hand-painted lounge with stylized Chinese birds and exotic flowers feels airy as a courtyard"

"King or queen beds are comfortable, and traditional amenities such as flat-screen TVs, phones, safes, minibars, individual thermostats and complimentary Wi-Fi are present"

"Mrs Smith has work to do that day, and when her Parisian business partner walks into the Daniel’s lounge, which brims with plush cushions, chinoiserie trimmings and gorgeous orchids, she can’t help but cry ‘Ooh là là!’ It’s the ideal setting to discuss their new website over an open Mac and a glass of chilled champagne, while Mr Smith gets a few of his own work-related errands in the bag before lunch"

"Considering the lack of intimate bars in this neighborhood—except at other hotels, which can be quite pricey for a glass of wine or cocktail—this is not a bad place for a drink at the start or end of your evening"