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Hotel des Grandes Ecoles

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#473 of 1,849 hotels in Paris
Location
4.7
Cleanliness
4.5
Service
4.3
Value
4.3

Hotel des Grandes Ecoles is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Paris, offering a romantic environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.

While staying at Grandes Ecoles Hotel, visitors can check out Palais Garnier - Opéra National de Paris (2.0 mi) and Champs-Elysees (2.6 mi), some of Paris' top attractions.

In addition, while staying at Hotel des Grandes Ecoles guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, and you can stay connected with free wifi. Need a place to park? There is paid private parking available on-site.

If you like seafood restaurants, Hotel Des Grandes Ecoles is conveniently located near Le Jules Verne, Le Grand Colbert, and Pedra Alta.

If you’re looking for something to do, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris (0.5 mi), The Catacombs of Paris (1.1 mi), and Le Marais (1.0 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Hotel Des Grandes Ecoles.

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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Secured parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Taxi service
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
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Telephone
Clothes rack
Private bathrooms
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Hidden Gem
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, French, Russian

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75 rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005 Paris France
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CHRISe28 wrote a review Jan 2024
Orrington, Maine63 contributions31 helpful votes
I want to do my best to sum up our experience at this wonderful hotel. I started the search for a hotel in Paris on Trip Advisor. There were many to choose from. I narrowed it down to the Latin Quarter, the oldest area in Paris. I thought this area would give us the best opportunity to experience more of the real Paris and less of the the touristy side of Paris. After reading the reviews I felt this was the hotel for us. We stayed for 6 nights and included breakfast as part of our room reservation. We took the train from Charles de Gaulle, then the subway to the Cardinal Lemoine stop. We walked 2 blocks to the hotel. You enter through a large green door and it's like you've gone back in time. A cobble stone path leads up to the office. There are tables set up outside and in a dining area inside. Our room was lovely, very clean with a view of the courtyard. No TV, a pleasantly sized bathroom and a very comfortable bed. I would highly recommend the breakfast. Award winning yogurt and breads. You can choose from 4 set breakfasts. They were all terrific. We would go back to our room after eating, get our things and head out for the day. Do not miss the breakfast. The Staff, they were all so nice. They were helpful beyond my expectations. They gave us subway directions, shortening our train time. Arranged for a car to take us to the train station. They all, especially the Manager, made us feel very welcome. You can walk to the Seine in 15 - 20 minutes easily. The subway is down the street. Another plus is the Place de la Contrescarpe. It is a small square just up the street. I think there are 5 restaurants on the square. We ate several meals at Gaston's. We sat down at an outside table and made believe we lived in Paris. My wife and I are just regular people who enjoy traveling. We found the people of Paris to be very nice, friendly and helpful. Go to Paris and stay at the Grandes Ecoles it will enhance your experience. You will love it.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Henry Khan wrote a review Jan 2024
London, United Kingdom25 contributions10 helpful votes
Some lovely and helpful staff. Hotel looked like it was last updated in the 90s. Mould in the shower. View from our garden view suite (which we paid extra for) looked sad and didn’t face the garden. Room doesn’t look how it does in pictures. Fell asleep in -1 weather and had to wear layers with a duvet and blanket (still freezing) as the heating barely worked. Other staff wouldn’t bring towels to our room even though our room was next to the reception. Paid €215 for one night even though it should’ve cost £100 minimum. Beautiful garden and entrance to hotel. Nice location.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Tourist63187619389 wrote a review Jan 2024
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The hotel was wonderful. I'd stayed there in years past and was delighted to see that all of the charm remains. The rooms were clean and comfortable. In all, we had 3 rooms booked. Two were superior garden view rooms, #134 and #135, and one was in the mail building #110. I very much look forward to staying again in the future. The staff was fabulous and so very helpful. We miss them all very much!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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BleednBlu wrote a review Oct 2023
Grover Beach CA65 contributions77 helpful votes
What a cute and charming hotel. The staff were great and the breakfast was amazing. It has a wonderful courtyard off the street and behind the doors. Nice get away from the busy city. Just down the street you will find several restaurants and bars. This place really feels like Paris. Be aware that they don’t have TVs in the rooms, which didn’t bother us. They do have Wi-Fi. Awesome place.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Rose_Kavalier wrote a review Oct 2023
New York City, New York167 contributions69 helpful votes
We had a superior room with a garden view which was in a building across from the main building. It had an elevator which was much better than the family room that I had last year when I had to climb three flights of stairs with my suitcase (although the room was excellent and I'm really not complaining). The bed was good and the pillows were much better than the year before (I asked for softer pillows and I got them!) The hotel is small and without frills but it is very comfortable and in a great location near the Sorbonne. It is a quiet space in a garden behind a locked door and away from the noise of the street. The only negative I had this year was the lack of water pressure in the shower.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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margaret g wrote a review Sep 2023
Melbourne, Australia19 contributions10 helpful votes
The expensive room was small and dark ( price was almost doubled for last three days) because of the World Rugby matches. After complaining we paid extra for a slightly larger room, still with no sunlight, and opening to the garden. We were continually disturbed by plumbing from the room above. On the positive side, the staff were friendly, the garden setting is peaceful and beautiful, and the breakfast was good (if you eat outside in summer beware the wasps).
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Agni1 wrote a review Sep 2023
Munich, Germany212 contributions120 helpful votes
The hotel is a dream and deserves a five star rating. The very busy Platz de la Contre Escape is just a few steps away, but you won't hear anything about it. The house is divided into several houses with 50 rooms. The room, overlooking the courtyard, was very simply furnished and, as a positive sign, no TV. Otherwise everything was as expected. The bathroom, well furnished, could be be refresh. Room service was effective, reception was friendly and quick. We were very happy that there was no buffet and felt well served with the dishes on offer. The service, especially the nice lady from Austria, was always very friendly and quick. Having breakfast in the garden was a highlight here. In particular, breakfast is open until 12:00, which is an exception to all hotels that close the buffet at 10:30. You can relax in the garden and drink the water that was available, otherwise you can always order a warm drink. All in all, a fantastic hotel and we will be come back again.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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ron s wrote a review Sep 2023
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This magnificent hotel has become my home away from home in Paris. It's ideally located on a quiet street in the heart of the Latin Quarter. It's just a few steps from the lively Place de la Contrescarpe, which has a phenomenal number of cafés and restaurants to suit just about every taste, and leads to the old Rue Mouffetard, a quiet, mostly pedestrian cobbled street that winds its way down to the Church of Saint-Médard, and is also lined with cafés and small boutiques, as well as various food vendors. Although very "touristy", it's still one of my favorite streets in Paris (and there are so many!). I first stayed at this hotel in the late 1990s and, after a 20-year hiatus, returned last June. In the meantime, it has been bought by a hotel consortium, having been owned and operated by a very friendly mother-daughter team. Even after 20 years, and with the change in management, the hotel experience is even better. One of the things I love most is the fact that there's no TV in the room. When I'm there, I feel like I'm on vacation, away from the news, which can be overwhelming. Internet access is free, and power converters are usually available at reception. The property is very secure. There are two large green doors opening onto Rue du Cardinal Lemoine, and each guest is given a small electronic device with their key that activates the unlocking mechanism. Once you've passed through the double doors, you climb slightly up a cobbled path that leads to a beautiful little garden, complete with tables, chairs and benches. With packed luggage and jet lag, this may seem daunting at first. But be patient: you're almost home. The hotel installed air conditioning just two years ago, which was very welcome during my stay, when temperatures reached 36°C (97°F). In my experience, air conditioning is still quite rare in Paris. It's an undeniable plus if you're traveling during the summer months. All the rooms I stayed in had floor-to-ceiling French windows, which open to let in a pleasant breeze when the weather permits. The rooms are decorated in a floral, French provincial style, I assume. The rooms are spacious and very clean, the bathrooms are modern and the mattress is very comfortable. The staff are multilingual and very helpful. I can honestly say I've never stayed in another hotel where I felt so welcome. The Hôtel des Grandes Écoles is very close to two metro lines: line 10, which runs east-west and whose station is at the bottom of the hotel, and line 7 on rue Monge, which runs north-south. I've already booked my room for my stay in November. I wanted to be in Paris for my birthday, and you only live once. In short, I recommend this hotel, very highly, and advise you to book as far in advance as possible, as it's a very poorly kept secret it seems. And I'm very happy for them that it's become so popular.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
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Sarah W wrote a review Sep 2023
England, United Kingdom26 contributions33 helpful votes
Wonderful place to stay.A secret garden hidden behind the green doors.very kind staff who gave us special cakes for our anniversary.Good place to stay being close to metro and walking distance of Notre Dame etc.Looking forward to a return visit
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Norma F wrote a review Sep 2023
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As first time Paris visitors, this was the greatest place for us! Perfect location where we would walk or take the metro to popular tourist destinations or wherever we were going. All of the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Breakfast is so good. And the ambiance as soon as you open the front door sets a wonderful tone for the rest of the trip. We will recommend this hotel to all of our friends and will be coming back for sure!
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Date of stay: August 2023
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$173 - $395 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
FranceIle-de-FranceParisSaint Victor / 5th Arr. - Panthéon / Quartier Latin
NUMBER OF ROOMS
51
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel des Grandes Ecoles
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel des Grandes Ecoles?
Nearby attractions include The Game - Escape if you can (0.1 miles), Par'ici - Souvenirs De Paris (0.1 miles), and Paris Riviera Bar Crawl & Tours (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel des Grandes Ecoles?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, reduced mobility rooms, and baggage storage.
Is parking available at Hotel des Grandes Ecoles?
Yes, paid private parking on-site and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel des Grandes Ecoles?
Conveniently located restaurants include Chez Nicos, La Table De Colette, and Savannah Cafe.
Is Hotel des Grandes Ecoles located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.8 miles away from the center of Paris.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel des Grandes Ecoles?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, and Russian.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel des Grandes Ecoles?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris (0.5 miles), Arc de Triomphe (3.2 miles), and Sainte-Chapelle (0.8 miles).
Is Hotel des Grandes Ecoles accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.