The City of Lights has been named the most beautiful city in the world and it’s easy to see why. With grandiose architecture and landmarks like the sparkling Eiffel Tower, it’s often heralded as a place filled with a unique magic.

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Could there be anything more typically, more deliciously Parisian than a teensy boutique hotel, hidden inside an ornately fronted former boulangerie? In a word, non.

Hotel Du Petit Moulin sits in the perfect spot on the edge of fashionable shopping area Le Marais, which is home to boutiques, book shops and the best people watching you’ve ever seen.

Inside, every inch of this unique hotel is a treat to behold. Every room is completely different with experiential touches like furry walls, clashing wallpaper patterns and mood lighting, all designed by iconic fashion house Christian Lacroix.

Plus, if you’re looking for somewhere truly authentic, you’ll j’adore the croissant-filled breakfast (seriously, so many types of pastry you won’t be able to fit them in) and courteous staff who are dedicated to making your trip as lovely as possible.

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