Tiffany CondeAs anyone who’s ever visited Paris will tell you, location is everything. A walkable destination and a cycling utopia in the making, the romantic capital of France deserves to be discovered on foot. The City of Lights has a way of bringing out the inner dreamer in anyone, whether you’re an artist, a musician, a cinephile, a reader, and or a lover of all things French. For a taste of the local life, the best thing to do is to rent an apartment in Paris — and you’ll find plenty of them on a website called Vrbo.
Vrbo, which stands for “vacation rentals by owner,” offers a wide selection of Paris apartments for rent, whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or a family getaway. Only entire homes are listed, meaning you can enjoy your privacy to the fullest and never have to worry about bumping into other strangers during your stay. Located near historic landmarks, these Vrbo apartments in Paris also show your approximate location and a map that tells you where the nearest attractions are.
Image credit: KavalenkavaVolha via Canva Pro
The cake on top of the icing? All of the Parisian apartment buildings have working elevators. (You’re welcome, by the way.) Fire up that language app for French 101, and get ready to fall in love with the best vacation rentals in Paris below.
Best Vrbo apartments in Paris with Eiffel Tower views
1. This Parisian apartment with jaw-dropping lookouts from the balcony
Image credit: Vrbo
Image credit: Vrbo
Listing name: SALE! Outstanding 3-bedroom Luxury with Huge Terrace and OMG Views
Listing type: Apartment
Max. no. of guests: 8
No. of bedrooms: 3
One way to instantly elevate your trip to France? Rent a Paris apartment with a view of the Eiffel Tower, like this spectacular three-bedroom home in the 7th arrondissement on the Left Bank. Besides its well-appointed rooms, it boasts a wrap-around terrace with the best seats in the City of Lights. There, you can enjoy a French breakfast with croissants and coffee, sip cocktails, or have a romantic dinner overlooking the rooftops of Paris. Cap off each night with the sight of the Eiffel Tower twinkling in the distance; just like that, your trip is already off to a great start.
2. This chic apartment that marries luxury and comfort
Image credit: Vrbo
Image credit: Vrbo
Listing name: Luxury 2 Bedroom – Eiffel Tower
Listing type: Apartment
Max. no. of guests: 6
No. of bedrooms: 1
Not all luxury apartments in Paris will require you to break the bank, especially if you split the cost between five of your dearest friends or relatives. So it goes with this dainty and sophisticated apartment, which offers an ideal home base near the Seine River. Equipped with necessary comforts such as a washing machine and high-speed WiFi, this Paris Vrbo rental spares no expense when it comes to gorgeous decor — brimming with indoor plants, a chandelier, marble counters, and paintings depicting scenes in Paris. The epitome of très chic, indeed.
3. This bright, flower-filled apartment with views of the Eiffel Tower
Image credit: Vrbo
Image credit: Vrbo
Listing name: Sale! Elegant 3-Bed with Spectacular Eiffel Views, Perfect Left-Bank Luxury
Listing type: Apartment
Max. no. of guests: 7
No. of bedrooms: 3
One of the most beautiful apartments for rent in Paris is this elegant three-bedroom apartment, which lets you take in breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower from morning to sundown. By day, you can retreat into the light-filled and airy living space, spruced up with colourful flowers and a comfortable sofa that can be rolled out into two single beds. Come nightfall, drink a glass of wine and watch as the iconic tower of Paris sparkles and lights up the evening sky. Now that’s a sight you’ll never want to say adieu to!
4. This regal flat with French cafes and restaurants nearby
Image credit: Vrbo
Image credit: Vrbo
Listing name: Experience Opulent Parisian Living with Twinkling Eiffel Views
Listing type: Apartment
Max. no. of guests: 8
No. of bedrooms: 3
When you think of Paris, it’s not too far-fetched to picture soaring ceilings and lavishly decorated rooms straight out of a French period film. Like the high-ceilinged rooms pictured above, this opulent flat in Paris is a nod to the stunning neighbourhood that beckons outside your doorstep. Step out in style on the 7th arrondissement, where you’ll be surrounded by chic Parisian cafes, restaurants, and boutiques. To top it all off, this Vrbo rental in Paris sits within a five-minute walk from the Champ de Mars, a serene park at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
Best Vrbo vacation rentals in Paris near tourist attractions
5. This sumptuous vacation home on the Champs-Élysées for large groups
Image credit: Vrbo
Image credit: Vrbo
Listing name: Montaigne III – Studio Apartment, Sleeps 12
Listing type: Apartment
Max. no. of guests: 12
No. of bedrooms: 5
Going for a stroll along the world’s most fashionable avenue? Say hello to this lavishly decorated apartment on the Champs-Élysées, where the high-end stores of French designers await your arrival. Inside, the apartment exudes old-world Parisian elegance — think highly ornate ceilings, flowing drapes, and chandeliers within massive rooms. Offering five large bedrooms to sleep in, this Vrbo rental in Paris is massive enough to accommodate a dozen travellers, making it an ideal choice for families and friends.
6. This relaxing three-bedroom apartment near the Palais-Royal and The Louvre
Image credit: Vrbo
Image credit: Vrbo
Listing name: 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8, all you need for your stay in Paris
Listing type: Apartment
Max. no. of guests: 8
No. of bedrooms: 3
It’s incredibly rare for an apartment in Paris to overlook the gardens of the Palais-Royal, yet this newly renovated three-bedroom duplex does exactly that and more. Located on the fourth and fifth floors of an 18th-century Parisian building, the apartment’s winning advantage is its close proximity to The Louvre, the most widely visited museum in the world. When you aren’t scurrying off to visit the masterpieces at the Musée d’Orsay, another beloved museum in Paris, you can also use this rental as your home base to visit the Palais Garnier and Tuileries Garden.
7. This tastefully decorated gem within walking distance from the Arc de Triomphe
Image credit: Vrbo
Image credit: Vrbo
Listing name: High standards, 170m2-1840 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, Arc de Triomphe / Champs Elysées
Listing type: Apartment
Max. no. of guests: 6
No. of bedrooms: 3
Capping off our list of the best vacation rentals and apartments in Paris is this well-decorated home near the Arc de Triomphe. With an elevator taking you up to the second floor of a 19th-century building, the apartment on the corner of Boulevard Haussmann stands a few minutes from the Champs Elysées and Musée Jacquemart-André, among other notable landmarks. Enter to find three ample bedrooms, a high-ceilinged living room, a private library, and a dining room with French windows that peer out across the city’s lively streets.
Also read: 25 Fun Things to Do in Paris on Your Very First Trip
From show-stopping views of Eiffel Tower to practically being neighbours with The Louvre, all of these Vrbo apartments for rent in Paris have their own unique flair that will make your stay in the City of Lights worthwhile.
