Cluny SorbonneEditor's Pick

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Located near the Université de la Sorbonne and Panthéon in the Latin Quarter, the Hotel Cluny Sorbonne possesses quaint charm, prime location and basic rooms, including a few starving-poet-worthy garret rooms for those romantic Cheapos with a thirst for literary history and old-school Paris. The affordable rates pretty poetic too!

The Cluny Sorbonne’s 23 rooms are modest but comfortable, decorated with vintage (er, “dated”) linens and well-loved, well-worn wooden headboards, armoires and, yes, writing desks. The rooms on the fifth and sixth floors provide dreamy rooftop views of the historic Latin Quarter. There is no air conditioning (fans are offered), but hear ye! Hear ye! Renovations are in the works. Free Wi-Fi is now available throughout and most rooms have a flat-screen television.

The teeny-tiny bathrooms, currently old but tidy, are next on the renovation list.

The same famille has been managing Cluny Sorbonne (quite well!) since 1976, and the staff is approachable, kind and helpful. (Desire touring recommendations? Ask charismatic Wesley!)

Fun fact: Remember that starving poet? Upon his passionate return to Paris in 1872, the dashing Rimbaud wrote by candlelight in room 62, overlooking the hotel’s “bottomless courtyard.” And speaking of Rimbaud’s poem, “Eternité,” keep your eyes peeled for friendly spirits! The hotel is rumored to be haunted.

Breakfast is available in their bright and sunny breakfast room for €6.

» Theadora Brack

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.