Boutique hotel with 51 rooms in an old building in the Latin Quarter. Tree-lined garden and paved courtyard offer a peaceful oasis. Provincial-inspired decor with toile de Jouy fabrics and wooden furniture. Deliberate absence of televisions.
A haven of peace in the heart of the Latin Quarter
Hôtel des Grandes Écoles, located on rue du Cardinal Lemoine, embodies the spirit of timeless Paris. This small 51-room establishment stands out for its serene atmosphere and lush garden, contrasting with the lively surrounding neighborhood.
Architecture and design
- Preserved old building
- Characteristic entrance: large green door opening onto a paved alley
- Paved inner courtyard surrounding a tree-lined garden
Rooms
- Sizes ranging from 10 to 25 m²
- Country-inspired decoration:
- Walls adorned with toile de Jouy fabrics
- Wooden furniture
- Bronze wall sconces
- French doors opening onto the garden (some rooms)
- Ink drawings by Martha Fontane (some rooms)
- Deliberate absence of television, prioritizing tranquility
Special features
- Breakfast served in the garden (weather permitting)
- Hotel cat residing in the garden
- Modern security system with electronic key
Surroundings
- Proximity to Théâtre de la Contrescarpe and the Panthéon
- 15-minute walk from Notre-Dame
- Close to rue Mouffetard, a lively street in the neighborhood
Hôtel des Grandes Écoles offers an authentic Parisian experience, ideal for travelers seeking tranquility and old-world charm while remaining within reach of the capital's iconic sites.