Top hotels in Paris

Paris is the second most important business city in Europe, just after London. Many multinational companies choose to make Paris home to their head offices. And not only is big business drawn to Paris, but the city has become a vibrant environment for startups.

During your stay in a hotel in Paris, you can enjoy that Parisian flair while in the midst of a buzzing global business scene. To combine work with pleasure, Paris offers all you could wish for: world-famous museums such as the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay, rich cultural life, prime shopping and a picturesque cityscape.

What can I expect from a business trip to Paris?

Of course, the best business connections are made over a splendid meal, and nowhere could this be truer than in the French capital. Head to the city's Grands Boulevards to find the top restaurants where the movers and shakers of the business world meet. No matter where you’re working, the city's famous museums and the wonderful Jardin des Tuileries won't be far for a bit of relaxation between meetings.

Where should I go in Paris as a business traveller?

La Défense is the prime destination for business travellers. Europe's largest purpose-built business district is a special sight in itself. Any visitor will enjoy a stroll through this impressive display of modernist architecture. But from a business point of view, it is doubly interesting, as it boasts the highest concentration of Fortune 500 companies you will find anywhere in Europe.

Every year, over 400 trade shows take place in Paris, with the fall and spring Paris Fashion Weeks among the most famous. But whether you work in fashion, the luxury sector, automotive, communications, tourism or any other industry, you will find a rich community in your field in Paris.

What should I not miss when staying in a hotel in Paris?

To combine culture with leisure, head to the Musée Rodin, housed in the eponymous sculptor's former home. The beautifully kept garden at the back is the perfect spot to wind down between meetings.

A visit to Paris would not be complete without a stroll along the Seine. See the city's picturesque landmarks while taking in the relaxed atmosphere of the riverbank, and maybe even pick up a souvenir at one of the many street stalls.