6 Best Hotels in the Latin Quarter

Home to the Sorbonne and the Panthéon, Paris’s Latin Quarter was traditionally where the intellectuals congregated. Still known for its student population, today’s Latin Quarter is a lively spot of narrow streets lined with cafes, bars and bistros, a number of excellent museums, a botanical garden and a great atmosphere. And if you opt to stay in one of our recommendations for the best hotels in the Latin Quarter you’ll be very well placed to see all the main sights of Paris, and enjoy excellent local nourishment and entertainment of an evening. Straddling the 5th and 6th Arrondissements our selection of hotels here ranges from the cheerful and traditional to the elegant and beautiful.

For a Paris Weekend

 

  • Les Dames du Pantheon has a fantastic position overlooking the Panthéon. There are just 35 rooms, all chicly decorated in neutral colours, but with some some engaging artwork. This is the perfect hotel for a Paris weekend.
  • The name might sound gimmicky, but the Hotel le Petit Paris evokes a ‘little Paris’ in the way its interiors reference many of the French eras. Expect colour as well as eclectic details. The location is superb, moments from the Jardin de Luxembourg and a few stops on the Metro from all the main sights.

For a boutique hotel

  • For spectacular views and a designer interior one of the best hotels in the Latin Quarter has to be the Notre Dame Hotel. It’s got stunning views over one of Paris's most famous landmarks, coupled with retro-modern interiors by Christian Lacroix.
  • The Villa d'Estrees is another modern boutique choice, with just ten, elegant bedrooms decorated in a French Empire style. This is also one of the best hotels in the Latin Quarter for families - especially for families who appreciate a little style.

For traditional style

Relais Christine

  • If you’re looking for something more traditional one of the best hotels in the Latin Quarter might be the Hotel d'Aubusson, a period feeling 17th century property arranged around a large courtyard. Smart and well run, this 50 room hotel is full of character, from the solid oak porte-cochere dating back to the 1600s to the Grand Salon.
  • Another more traditional choice is Relais Christine is an elegant hotel, not far from the banks of the Seine, with lovely gardens and an excellent buffet breakfast. There are 51 rooms and the decor varies from modern elegance to more traditional luxury.

Still not sure which to book?

 

6 Best Hotels in the Latin Quarter

Hotel d'Aubusson
Hotel d'Aubusson

Paris (St-Germain-des-Prés)

17th-Century honey-stone townhouse turned luxury hotel. Ideally situated on the Left Bank of the Seine, this period-style hotel is smart and well run. Comfortable rooms are decked with quality furnishings and exposed beams. Enjoy a drink at the Piano Bar or on the quiet patio.

  • Writing a novel - Café Laurent has been the gathering place for literary giants (Sartre, de Beauvoir, and Camus) since the eighteenth century.
  • Total relaxation - Shed the stress of the Paris streets with a massage in the comfort of your plush room, or read a book in the leafy courtyard.
  • Local exploring - The heart of cultural Paris, surrounded by famous cafes frequented by all the greats, museums and show stopping shopping!
  • Sights nearby - A scenic ten minute walk towards the river brings you to Notre Dame Cathedral, a Paris must see!
from $568 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Notre Dame Saint-Michel
Hotel Notre Dame Saint-Michel

Paris (Notre Dame)

Spectacular views of Notre Dame from Christian Lacroix’s latest design hotel, in a 400 year old townhouse on the riverside. Rooms are decorated in retro-modern style, fantastical and fun. No restaurant, but a great position.

  • City Style - A wonderfully chic hotel in central Paris, offering funky interiors and unbeatable views of the Seine and Notre Dame.
  • Sights nearby - Having admired it from your room visit the Notre-Dame Cathedral for real.
  • Great walks - Take a stroll along the banks of the Seine.
  • Designer - Interiors by Christian Lacroix.
from $210 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Villa d'Estrees
Villa d'Estrees

Paris (Latin Quarter)

Elegant boutique hotel in the heart of the Latin Quarter. Just 10 spacious bedrooms, intimate and calm, decorated in traditional style with a French empire twist. Well located, would suit families.

  • Families - Connecting rooms can accommodate up to 5, plus the hotel is walking distance from the city's highlights.
  • Sights nearby - The Louvre and Notre Dame both within walking distance.
  • Traditional
from $258 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Relais Christine
Relais Christine

Paris (latin quarter)

Nestled on the Left Bank in a peaceful area not far from the banks of the Seine, the small luxury five-star Relais Christine is a relaxing retreat that gives guests a true taste of classical French style and romance. Lovely gardens and excellent buffet breakfasts. Perfect for a romantic break.

  • Spa - Spa Guerlain with two treatment rooms, dry sauna, and whirlpool tub
  • Local markets
  • Restaurant
  • Sights nearby
from $431 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Le Petit Paris
Hotel Le Petit Paris

Paris (Latin Quarter)

In what really does appear to be the perfect marriage of the old and the new, Le Petit Paris bases its interiors on a whistle-stop tour of the French eras. Reds, greens and whites of varying tones are the overriding scheme in the bedrooms, where trendy plastic chairs sit alongside opulent beds.

  • Sights nearby - 250 yards from the Jardins de Luxembourg. In the Latin Quarter. A few stops on the metro from big tourist sites.
  • City
  • Great walks - Explore the cobbled streets of Paris
  • Outstanding location
from $247 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Les Dames du Pantheon
Les Dames du Pantheon

Paris (Latin Quarter)

Overlooking Paris's stunning Pantheon, Les Dames du Pantheon is a superb hotel. Chic rooms are stylishly decorated with sharp furnishings and engaging artwork. With a fabulous central location, it's a great spot for a weekend in the French capital.

  • Local exploring - Right in the heart of Paris, it's perfect for a weekend of exploring the French capital.
  • Sights nearby - A stone's throw from the Panthéon and close to the Musee d'Orsay, Luxembourg Gardens and much more
  • Views - Rooms with balconies offer wonderful views over the Pantheon
  • Lively area - Great location in Saint Germain
from $289 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Sarah Empson

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