Les Tournelles

We LOVED this property. It was a classic boutique hotel and we enjoyed every minute of it. The place is better than what was written. It was close to everything. We had 2 rooms and 1 room did have a very clean bathroom (with brand new tiles in the shower area) while the other bathroom did not. The old tiles did have stains on the grout line, but I’m not sure if it’s dirty or just old tiles. It looks like the hotel is trying to keep as much of the old charm as possible. It is listed as a 3 star hotel but I thought it was way better than that. We really enjoyed it. I would definitely stay here again.

The staff was amazing--really friendly and helpful. The hotel was in a perfect location--you're right in the heart of where you want to be. I walked from my hotel everywhere. I explored Le Marais (rad neighborhood and where I'd stay again). I walked to the latin quarter and St. Germain (way busier, way more cars, way more tourists.. still beautiful but I'd rather stay elsewhere). You're a couple of blocks from the Seine and I'd get up in the morning and run to the Eiffel Tower. It's about 4 miles one way but a really nice way to start your morning. You're right next to the Place des Vosges, which is a really beautiful park where I hung out and read my book. No tourists there really. And your about one block away from Chez Janou, which is an amazing and highly hyped (and worth it) French cafe (make reservations, which you can do by just stopping by earlier in the day). My room was small, but I was traveling alone so it was no big deal and I was more than happy with it. The room was on the top floor and had French doors that opened out into the city with a little balcony which was really, really pleasant. I think when I booked the room it was about $175 a night, and that felt like a good price for what you got. I'd stay here again, absolutely. The breakfast is 14 Euros.. which isn't bad considering what things cost in Paris and you can eat until you're stuffed. It's a standard European continental breakfast.. hardboiled eggs, deli meat, cheeses, muesli, yogurt, etc. but it was good. The dining room is in the basement and it's really cool. All timbered and with stone arches and the old well from.. however long ago. It's an old building. I'd fill up on food and coffee and then wander around the city. Because I'm a typical American, Nespresso shots don't really do it for me so I'd inevitably end up at a bakery shortly thereafter to grab a croissant and an americano.

The hotel is very comfortable and clean. The bed was very comfortable and the staff were friendly and welcoming. The area was lovely and felt very safe and with the 24 hour reception it was perfect for myself and my daughter. The lounge area is a great added extra and also very comfortable. The offering of tea and coffee and cake every afternoon is generous and the honestly bar gives a lovely relaxed feeling.

Wonderful Hotel in a wonderful location. We were a party of 4 staying in 2 rooms. Leaving the key every time we left was definitely NOT a problem nor did we feel it was an inconvenience to the staff (as a previous reviewer wrote). The 24hour/per day staffing by the gentlemen hosts in the front room is an amazing element of Les Tournelles. The timing of our stay allowed us to get to know Carlos the best. Carlos always made us feel welcome as he answered our questions and provided guidance about many aspects of the local neighbourhood, restaurant recommendations, etc. The cozy lounge where we could have some down time and a glass of wine in the early evening after a long day of walking and before going out for dinner was a lovely amenity. The ladies in the breakfast room were always friendly & accommodating with morning coffee. The cleaning staff did a wonderful job every day in freshening our rooms and keeping the entire hotel sparkling and inviting. We WILL return to Les Marais and Les Tournelles very soon.

Small rooms, to be expected, but very clean & very nicely decorated. Welcome was pleasant. Plenty hot water. Very quiet... even though road side. No internal hotel noise. Very comfortable bed. Lovely area to walk around, loads of cafes & restaurants & shops. 3 mins from a supermarket. 5 mins walk to metro line 1 taking you to Louvre & more.