Even though Paris is big, it's a largely walkable city and these hand-picked locations should take the difficulty out of deciding where to stay in Paris. Paris has twenty zones which in France are referred to as 'arrondissements municipaux.' These areas are divided by the River Seine, as you can see in the picture below. Parisians often speak about living on the 'left bank' or the 'right bank.' Each district has its particular attributes and vibe. An ideal approach to selecting where you stay in Paris is to understand what each area presents. Maybe you want to be with your family, you are on your honeymoon, or perhaps are enjoying your retirement and want to stay somewhere more exclusive.
