Hotel Les Terres Blanches

Tucked in Chatou on a peaceful loop of the Seine, yet a quick hop to Paris and the La Défense business hub. Nearby highlights include the Seine, Château de St-Germain-en-Laye, the Arc de Triomphe, the Palace of Versailles and the Champs-Élysées.

This former residence has been reworked into a chic loft-style hotel with 17 air-conditioned rooms. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, desks, complimentary bottled water and private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads, plus a terrace that lets you breathe in the surrounding greenery.

Complimentary wireless internet, a terrace with views, concierge services, a bar/lounge and room service set the scene. There’s a free parking zone on site and buffet breakfasts are available in the mornings for a fee — perfect for fresh-air starts before a Paris day trip.

Multilingual staff, luggage storage and a safe-deposit box at the front desk support business stays, with front-desk service during limited hours.

Sip at the hotel bar or order in with room service. A buffet breakfast is offered each morning for a fee to kick off your day before heading into Paris.