You can get your money's worth at this hotel in an unbeatable location off the tranquil Place du Marché Ste-Catherine, one of the city's lesser-known pedestrian squares. The 17th-century building has been a hotel for more than a century, and although rooms are on the spartan side, they're well maintained, with spotless tiled bathrooms and cheery, if somewhat mismatched, colors (some rooms facing the back are more muted). The welcoming staff is informal and happy to recount the history of this former market quartier. Pros: charming street close to major sites; good value for Le Marais; lots of drinking and dining options nearby. Cons: late-night revelers on the square can be noisy after midnight; minimal amenities; rooms have varying quality and size.
Reviewed by francypants from Atlanta, GA & Metz, France on 6/22/09
This hotel was a great value and in a nice location. It's nothing fancy, but certainly good for the price! The room and bathroom were clean and average size for Paris. We had no problems with noise, esp. on the 6th (top) floor. There is a lift, but it's tiny and slow. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a great location in the Marais and close to the Metro. I was quite happy to find this hotel for a short weekend in Paris!
Reviewed by icithecat from Victoria BC Canada on 3/2/08
Bright colours and clean as a whistle. Funky elevator and funkier stairs. The location is great. We had a streetside room on the fourth so did not see the 'dimmer' side, but the single pane windows and 8:00 garbage pickup ensured we did not oversleep.
I would recommend it to a friend.
Reviewed by hartfordgail from hartford, connecticut on 2/14/08
I have stayed at this hotel five times in five years. The location, near the Picasso Museum, is ideal: lots of restaurants, good shopping, and convenient access to the Metro. The staff is very friendly. Stay here for the value, not the beauty of the accommodations.
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