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[Scottov]

Disagree with "fairly bland" but last time i was there was a few years ago so it could have changed, granted it is touristic but I like it (I have very fond memories) so i will always recommend it!

oh its very pretty, and not saying its not worth a visit - but its not a food destination per se.

am also pretty sure its the oldest restaurant in Paris, which assures that it will always be filled with American Tourists.

[supergirl]

I agree!

(and I am bored this afternoon )

[jo jo]

merci beaucoup!!

Your recommendations are fantastic, thank you all - i'll let you know how we get on. Only a few weeks away now and desperate for a change of scenery and a break!!

[supermaman]

You may want to visit Le Grand Palais which has reopened recently. You can book tickets online.
If you are near Boulevard Haussman and the department stores, you can have lunch at the top of the Printemps. It's nothing fancy and the view is amazing.

[luckymummy]

I am going to Paris with some girlfriends in November and 2 of the girls are on a bit of a budget so we cant splash out on accommodation but does anyone have a recommendation for somewhere central to stay that doesn't blow the budget but is still nice.

Years ago I stayed in a hotel called Opera Newton which was perfectly located and I wanted to go back there but the reviews are not great now sadly.

[falconmum]

St. Germain is a great area to wander about .
However, have you thought of booking a dinner/champagne show at Moulin Rouge or Lido ?
It is pretty fantastic .

[Beketaten]

I am going to Paris with some girlfriends in November and 2 of the girls are on a bit of a budget so we cant splash out on accommodation but does anyone have a recommendation for somewhere central to stay that doesn't blow the budget but is still nice.

Years ago I stayed in a hotel called Opera Newton which was perfectly located and I wanted to go back there but the reviews are not great now sadly.

I always recommend the Hotel des Arts in Montmartre - http://www.arts-hotel-paris.com/ I stayed there with my mum about 2 years ago. It is not swanky and the rooms are small and a bit dark, but the location is fantastic and I figure you don't go to Paris to sit in yout hotel room! It's a short walk from several Metro stations and just off the Rue Lepic which has boulangeries, a little supermarket, cafes, a chocolate shop, deli, an Yves Rocher, everything you could want on your doorstep.

[Beketaten]

Also, the restaurant Le Basilic at the top of Rue Lepic is great. Do book though, it is always full.

[luckymummy]

Thank you so much, always great to get a recommendation!

[luckymummy]

I just looked up hotel des arts montmartre on trip advisor and it has great reviews, thank you.