Le 123 Elysees lies on the glamorous rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré in Paris, a prime 8th arrondissement location that's just a short stroll from the Champs Elysées. As such, this contemporary four-star hotel makes an ideal based for shopping and sightseeing, as well as being surrounded by a wealth of trendy restaurants, bars and fashion boutiques.

The facilities

Minimal facilities, as befits a proper boutique hotel. There's no restaurant, so ask staff for recommendations. The bar/lounge area is a relaxing place for pre-dinner drinks, and a good breakfast spread is provided daily.

The rooms

Each of the 41 guestrooms at Le 123 Elysees has been individually decorated, in a luxe-contemporary style. Quirky features, such as canopied beds and leather-bound bathrooms, make certain rooms stand out from the crowd. All rooms boast air conditioning, minibars, private safes and flat screen televisions.