Villa Royale, Pigalle Montmartre

For those seeking to relive the experience of France's Belle Epoque, with all its theatrical extravagance and decadent living, the Villa Royale is the place to stay. Located at the foot of Montmartre, just three blocks from the Moulin Rouge, in the Paris of Toulouse-Lautrec and Picasso, this bohemian boutique hotel invites guests into a baroque environment at the heart of the pleasure quarters.

Pinks, reds, golds, rich brocades, heavy fabrics, sweeping curtains, elaborate bedsteads, ornate fireplaces... the sumptuous style and indulgent luxury offered at the Villa Royale is irresistible. The lobby lounge and bar is the perfect place for pre-entertainment drinks, while the Jacuzzis and fireplaces in the rooms create a warm ambiance for evening intimacy. If you're looking for a Paris that emulates the cancan rather than coffee and croissants (though these are available too), then Villa Royale is the hotel to choose.