Most visitors to Versailles stay in Paris and dedicate one day to the splendid Palace. If you are using a car for your stay in France, it is advisable to stay in Versailles itself.
The best neighborhood is Notre-Dame, which was the first to be built during the creation of the new city under Louis XIV. It is located near the Palace and has many historical, cultural, and tourist attractions of the city.
Near Notre-Dame is the district of Saint-Louis, a short distance from the Palace and its gardens, with magnificent historical buildings such as the Salle du Jeu de Paume and the King's Kitchen Garden.
Other neighborhoods that are served by the RER and are quiet and peaceful are Porchefontaine and Montreuil.