child friendly hotels in Paris
 

Before anyone yells at me, I did a search and the posts asking similar questions are all over a year old so I want to double check.

That being said, we'll be travelling to Paris with our then 20 month old daughter in late October for a few days before moving on to relatives in Sicily. We're looking for accommodations that will be in a good location, preferably in the 5th, 6th or 7th in a good walking location, someone budget minded. We've stayed at the Hotel Familia and similar hotels in the past but never with a toddler so I'd like to get people's impressions of places they've stayed with their children. Thanks.

anyone?

I think the only requirement in any hotel is that the child does not cry all night and keep other guests awake.

Try Hotel la Fleurie in the 6th. It's a lovely, small hotel in a great location and is especially accomodating to young families.

Hi,

Here's two worth a look. I've stayed at both - without kids - but talked to the manager about kid-friendly rooms and facilities in case of a future visits with my 2 small sons.

Holiday Inn Paris Republique - Normally, I would not recommend an American chain hotel in Paris, but I stayed here in Feb. and was really impressed. This is an upscale Holiday Inn - more like a Crowne plaza in the US. The rooms are huge (a child has room to move, unlike many Parisian hotels) - many room have two queen beds in the room - great for sharing with kids. Kids eat free. Mini-fridges in rooms to store milk, juice, etc. Nice bathroom and amenities for parents, too - pillow menu, upscale toiletries, etc.

They also have a family suite - separate bedroom for parents and a pirate theme bunk - bed room for the children! If you request it, you can also use a " family room" - complementary small suite with couch and bathroom facilities to hang out in until your room is ready for check-in - I was told that this is very popular with parents/w small children to give them a chance to "relax/change", etc. after a long flight.

The Republique area is off the beaten tourist track in the 11th, but the metro there rocks! It's a huge line ( six connections I think) where you can zoom anywhere in Paris in a short time without changing trains. The entrance to the metro is a few feet outside of the hotel. Also, across from the hotel is a merry-go-round, and crepe stand that your 20-month old will love! There is also a park perfect for small children a couple of blocks away at the Square du Temple.

Website: http://www.paris-republique.holiday-inn.com/

Residence des Arts - In the heart of St. Germain des Pres (6e), the location of this hotel can't be beat - within walking to the Notre Dame, Seine, Louvre, and the Latin Quarter. Boutique hotels in this area are notoriously small, but the Residence des Arts contains many suites, with mini-kichenettes, that have room for a toddler to wander. I think that the junior suite has a US King in one room, and a twin bed in a separate room. The art-deco room decor is beautiful - check out their website for pictures. For parks, the sandbox and playground on the side of the Notre Dame can't be beat for a 20 month old.

Website: http://www.hotelresidencedesartsparis.com/

At both hotels, I think the rates flunctuate pretty wildly between seasons, so try booking online in advance to get the best deal.

Have a wonderful trip. Your daughter will LOVE Paris! - C

keneda, your response is precisely why so many people become exasperated by this board!

Thanks Weadles and Parisescapes, I'll look into those hotels.

We stayed with kids year after year for 18 years at both the Hôtel Duquesne and the Hôtel de France in the 7th. Never had a problem being there with kids.

Now my kids are booking there on their own!

anyone else?

Hi SW,

>someone budget minded.

What's the budget?

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Hi Ira, I should have posted that before, we'd like to stay under $200 a night.

Have you thought of checking out The Citadines apartments? There is one Citadines in the 6th that is very nicely located.

Hi SW,

We always stay at the Hotel Bonaparte, 61 Rue Bonaparte in the 6th. From 124E dbl w/bkfst. It is located near 3 metro stops. Has AC and an elevator.

They will put a crib in your room (extra fee) or you can get a triple.

Tel 33 1 43 26 97 37
FAX 33 1 46 33 57 67
www.hotelbonaparte.fr

For more info, enter "Hotel Bonaparte" in the "search this forum" box.

Photos are at http://tinyurl.com/ludgd

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