Short-Term Rentals in Paris This Summer: Our Tips for 2026
For a stay of a few days to a few weeks in Paris, a short-term rental appeals because it feels like a home away from home. But the options differ, and Paris has specific regulations. Here is how to choose with confidence this summer, and why an aparthotel is an alternative worth considering.
At a glance. There are three short-stay options: a furnished holiday rental regulated by the City of Paris, a hotel room and an aparthotel. The latter combines equipped accommodation with professional services, without the uncertainty of renting from a private host. Book early for summer.
Short-term accommodation options in Paris
The term “short-term rental” covers different arrangements. A furnished holiday rental from a private host offers an apartment atmosphere, but it is regulated by the City of Paris and depends on each host’s reliability. A hotel room offers reassuring services but can lack space and cooking facilities for a longer stay. Between the two, an aparthotel combines equipped accommodation with professional services.
What to check before booking
A few precautions help avoid unpleasant surprises. Check that the listing complies with Paris’s rules on furnished holiday rentals, read the cancellation terms carefully and be wary of payments outside the booking platform. Also check the actual facilities, the floor and access arrangements, and whether there is someone you can contact if a problem arises. Summer demand is high, so it is best to book early and favour reliable options.
An aparthotel: a flexible, reassuring compromise
For anyone who wants the space of an apartment without the uncertainty of a private rental, an aparthotel is a good compromise. You get furnished accommodation with a kitchenette and living area, as well as reception, housekeeping and hotel services, all within a professional, registered establishment. It is ideal for a summer stay as a couple, a family or a solo traveller, without worrying about practical arrangements.
Cadet Residence, your aparthotel in the 9th arrondissement
That is exactly what Cadet Residence offers at 7 rue Cadet in the 9th arrondissement. Accommodation with a kitchenette, regular housekeeping, a self-service laundry and direct booking, in a central neighbourhood with good metro connections. The independence of an apartment with the peace of mind of a hotel.
An apartment with hotel services
Equipped accommodation, housekeeping and reception, available to book directly in the heart of the 9th arrondissement. Flexibility without the complications.
For a successful short stay this summer, choose the flexibility of an apartment and the reliability of a hotel. Book your stay at Cadet Residence, in the heart of Paris.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a short-term rental and an aparthotel?
A private short-term rental is furnished accommodation let by a host and regulated by the City of Paris. An aparthotel is a professional establishment offering equipped accommodation with services such as reception and housekeeping, without the uncertainties of a private rental.
How can I book short-term accommodation safely in Paris?
Check that the listing complies with Paris’s regulations, read the cancellation terms, use traceable payment methods and choose accommodation with someone you can contact. An aparthotel remains the simplest and safest option.
Is an aparthotel suitable for a longer summer stay?
Yes. With its kitchenette, space and services, an aparthotel is particularly suitable for stays of several days or weeks, as a couple, a family or on a business trip.
