Ask Karen: Hotel Advice

Dear Andrea: Yes and no and no and yes. 😉  If you don’t care where you stay in Paris, you undoubtedly can find a room though one of our last minute booking services. People often reserve and then cancel, and rooms are released at the VERY last minute.  However, I would reserve now.  You might end up spending a few more Euros, but the peace of mind would be worth it in my view. Reserving on line will normally save you a few dollars.  I would first try Bookings, as they have a huge selection. HotelDiscount.com and  France Hotel Online are two other reliable booking services.   AutoEurope also has some good values in their Hotel section.    The problem with waiting until the last moment is that Americans are NOT the only people coming to Paris. People from all over the world come to the City of Light. Plus, October is the month of fashion shows so MANY conventions. Frankly, I’m not the “I love surprises” type. I like to know where I will be staying before leaving home. You’ll always find a room in Paris.  However, will you like it or its location? I failed to mention that if money is NOT a problem, the “palace” hotels such as the Crillion and the Meurice are offering promotions.  These hotels (and other super deluxe hotels) have been more severely impacted by the loss of the US tourist trade than the two and three star hotels and are trying to lure their prime clientele back! Hope this helps and please let us know where you decide to stay! Best, Karen