One of the most quintessentially Parisian districts, it’s hard not to fall in love with the narrow streets, elegant boutiques, and bustling cafés of Saint-Germain. In addition to these pleasures, staying in this central Left Bank neighborhood means you’ll be able to visit much of the city on foot. However, its charm, beauty, and convenience come at a price – Saint-Germain is among the most expensive districts in Paris. Despite this, there are a few great budget options, as well as some sumptuous splurges, which we’ve brought together in our selection of the best hotels in Saint-Germain Paris.
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Pros and Cons of Staying in Saint-Germain
Unlike some other districts, Saint-Germain doesn’t have a hard and fast border, but it roughly occupies the north of the 6th arrondissement and the northeast of the 7th, from Place de l’Odéon to the Musée d’Orsay. In addition to this famous museum, the area is home to several historic churches and tons of art galleries, shops, and classic cafés. Here are some of the advantages and then the less appealing attributes of staying in Saint-Germain.
Pros
- It’s a beautiful, chic, and historic district.
- It’s very central with many popular Paris attractions within walking distance.
- There are plenty of shops and restaurants in the area.
Cons
- It’s on the expensive side.
- While it’s somewhat local, it has a higher percentage of tourists than the outer districts of Paris (arrondissements 9 to 20).
- It’s NOT very young and hip (in case that’s what you’re looking for!)
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Hotel Dame des Arts
After a big overhaul in 2023, this boutique hotel has become one of the best hotels in Saint-Germain Paris. Sitting almost on the border of the 6th and 5th districts, in addition to its incredibly central location, another big advantage of the hotel is its excellent rooftop terrace. Rooms have a simple yet stylish modern decor with light wood paneling, pale linens, and black and white framed photos. There are also rooms with balconies, Eiffel Tower views, and interconnected doubles, which could be a good match for families with older kids.
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Hotel Lutetia
Found within a glamorous Art Nouveau building near Le Bon Marché department store, this is the best of Left Bank luxury hotels. A meeting place of the writers and artists of the 1920s, the hotel was recently refurbished, a look that revives its Art-Deco roots. Its refined rooms are bright and spacious, some boasting private balconies, large terraces, or vistas of the Eiffel Tower. It also has a swank cocktail bar, cool concept store, and stylish restaurant – which are frequented by the chic Left Bankers who live in the vicinity.
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Welcome Hotel
If you’re looking for budget Left Bank hotels, look no further than this welcoming and reasonably priced hotel. Situated right on Boulevard Saint-Germain at Place de l’Odéon, it’s a real deal considering its amazing location. Rooms have modern decor with touches of peach and red. It has single rooms and since the neighborhood is super safe, it’s a good fit for solo travelers. What’s more, you’ll save money on being able to walk to most places and it’s also around the corner is rue de Buci, a lively street lined with affordable cafés.
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Hotel Bel Ami
This stylish 5-star hotel in Saint-Germain is tucked away on a quiet side street, a mere few steps from the district’s famous historic cafés. Originally a 19th-century printing house that published Guy de Maupassant’s novel “Bel-Ami,” the hotel pays homage to this and other renowned French writers, many who lived in the area. Among their category of chic contemporary rooms are, one and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, making it a great Saint-Germain family hotel.
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Victoria Palace
Another hotel that recently had a facelift, the Victoria Palace is now one of the best boutique hotels in Saint-Germain. On the slightly larger size at 92 rooms (it’s a “palace” after all!), the hotel’s ground floor lounge and bar have a lush and verdant ambiance, with furnishings and walls in mauves and teals complemented by leafy plants. Its guest rooms, among which are some suites and family rooms, are in lighter tones with accents of orange, ochre, and grey.
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Hotel Delavigne
Situated near the Luxembourg Gardens, on the south side of Saint-Germain, this is a very good-value hotel for the neighborhood. Although the style is a bit old-fashioned, rooms have light tones, vegetal wallpaper, and green and gold motif cushions. There are single rooms and twins, making it suitable for single travelers or friends.
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Hotel Fougère
This under-the-radar hotel is set within an 18th-century townhouse a block away from Place Saint-Germain. Stepping inside the foyer, you’ll be enveloped by its romantic floral atmosphere. Rooms are equally enticing, decked out in vegetal prints, real plants, and natural tones. With only 24 rooms, including suites and a large family room, it offers a cozier more personalized experience and its friendly staff is there to ensure you have the perfect stay.
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L’Hotel
On a small street filled with art galleries, this glamorous hotel is where Oscar Wilde died in 1900. Among the best hotels in Saint-Germain Paris, its sumptuous yet modern decor reflects the Belle Epoque era during which the famed Irish lived in Paris. The rooms have red and purple drapery, patterned wallpaper, and luxurious bathrooms. There’s one suite dedicated to Wilde and one large apartment with a private terrace overlooking the rooftops of Saint-Germain.
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