Holiday rentals in Paris 17 Batignolles-Monceau

For a glimpse at how the upper-class Parisians live and for a truly luxurious holiday in the French capital, you must head to this district of central Paris, directly north of the Arc du Triomphe. Full of elegant townhouses, parks and squares with private gardens, accommodation in Paris 17 - Batignolles - Monceau is among the plushest in the country. But don't worry about this ultra bourgeois area being too stuffy, the Batignolles section is a hip alternative to Montmartre. Enjoy being off the well trodden tourist track, yet having to take literally only a short walk to get to the main attractions of Paris.

Experience Paris 17 - Batignolles - Monceau like a local

Not so many tourists find their way into the heart of 17th Arrondissement, so to blend in, be discreet with your guide book and backpack. You'll be happy strolling through the streets taking in the grand architecture - every corner of 17eme is beautiful to look at. Do visit Parc Monceau, it was a favourite of Monet (he painted it several times) and is home to some bizarrely impressive replicas of a windmill, a pyramid etc. You can start your walk here to the Arc du Triomphe and beyond into central Paris, or stay local and do some (window) shopping at the designer stores at Wagram-Ternes. As for eating out, there are a number of good quality restaurants on and around Rue Truffaut. Or head towards Rue Sauffroy and you'll find some excellent Algerian restaurants - try the shisha after dessert. Batignolles has lots of cool bars and bistros catering for what Parisians call the "bobo" crowd - bohemian bourgeoisies. Don't miss Place de Clichy - the Parisian equivalent of Times Square, full of colour and busy crowds.

Renting holiday accommodation in Paris 17 - Batignolles – Monceau

Even though this is one of the most expensive parts of Paris, especially in the posh, largely residential district of Courchelles, it is still possible to find a comfortable, affordable place to stay. For the ultimate luxury, there are the exclusive private squares, such as Cite des Fleurs, with cobbled courtyards and private gardens. Self-catering apartments in Paris 17 - Batignolles - Monceau offer you the best of both worlds; this is an economical choice in luxurious surroundings - look at the Batignolles end for cheaper choices. With HouseTrip you can arrange a memorable Parisian city break, start by searching through our current properties to find the perfect holiday accommodation for your needs. We have a wide range of places to stay, from smaller studios, through to grand suites.