The two-star Hotel du Quai Voltaire, located along the Seine near many art galleries and rare bookstores, is quintessentially Parisian with a history to boot. It seems to be frozen in time, unchanged since historic figures such as Baudelaire, Oscar Wilde, Pissarro, and Richard Wagner slept here. (Perhaps they were contemplating the same magnificent views of the Louvre across the Seine that guests enjoy today?)
The 33 rooms are unfussy, with a mix of antique and vintage furnishings, brass light fixtures, dark carpeting, and light bedspreads. TVs are available upon request, and all rooms have fans and Wi-Fi access. Renovations keep the plumbing, electricity, and fire safety standards up to code, but otherwise rooms maintain their "grandmotherly" feel. Some rooms offer breathtaking views of the Seine (reserve well in advance for one of the rooms with balconies).
Downstairs, you'll find a lounge with newspapers and an Internet station. A spacious breakfast room overlooks the street—although most guests prefer to take their breakfast up in their rooms to squeeze every bit of enjoyment out of that view!
» Heather Stimmler-Hall
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.
About the Hotel du Quai Voltaire neighborhood
Just west of the Latin Quarter in the direction of the Eiffel Tower, St. Germain des Prés is a class act. Located in the 6th arrondissment, St. Germain is flanked by two Parisian gems—the Luxembourg Gardens to the south and the banks of the Seine to the north. The iconic neighborhood borrows its name from the church of St. Germain des Prés. It is defined by the boulevard of the same name, which slices through the quarter’s winding streets. St. Germain's designer fashion boutiques and world famous cafés pack the neighborhood.
St. Germain is the perfect place for unguided walks. Art galleries and swank shops can be found on just about every corner. Everything costs a little bit more here; from cocktails to double rooms, visitors should be prepared for higher rates and pricetags. Nonetheless, St. Germain is home to some moderately expensive (and quite charming) sleeps.
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