Cheap hotels in Bastille / Gare de Lyon (11th/12th), Paris
Main attractions: The Bastille is located just east of the Marais in the 11th arrondissement, centered around the Place de la Bastille, once home to the infamous Bastille prison which was destroyed during the revolution (1789) and now anchored by a modern opera house that is the aesthetic opposite of the Opéra Garnier across town. The 12th is home to the Viaduc des Arts, a series of artisan studios with giant picture windows facing the street that runs beneath the garden pathway on the site of a defunct railway track, the Promenade plantée, that was the inspiration for NYC’s High Line.
Neighborhood atmosphere: The appealingly grungy rue Oberkampf has a young, carefree Parisian vibe and the area in general is one of the more laid back quarters of the city. Apart from the attractions listed above, the 12th is one of the least exciting neighborhoods in Paris, though it will give you a sense of how ordinary Parisians live.
Stay Here If: You are looking for a fairly central neighborhood near the Marais with a slightly lower pricetag, with plenty of cheap bars, shops and nightlife in the 11th.
Don’t Stay Here If: You are sensitive to noise or prefer a less grungy atmosphere.
20 Bis Rue Dugommier, Bastille / Gare de Lyon (11th/12th)
Quick Read: Situated in the 12th arrondissement east of the Gare de Lyon, the Hotel La Petite Rosa (Pink Hotel) offers 15 rooms with TV, air-conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi.... read review
$261
13 Rue De Malte, Bastille / Gare de Lyon (11th/12th)
EuroCheapo Review: The friendly Hotel Alhambra offers reasonable rates, a hip Oberkampf location and a vast, plant-filled courtyard.... read review
$208
3Aparthotel Adagio Access Paris Bastille Residential
11 rue Moreau, Bastille / Gare de Lyon (11th/12th)
Quick Read: Offering “studios” with kitchenettes and a touch of style near the Bastille, the Adagio Access Paris Bastille is an option for Cheapos who are happy to cook (and clean) for themselves.... read review
$292
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EuroCheapo Review: This charming hotel is just down the street from the Collège de France and offers reasonable rates attracting visiting professors and other studious types.... read review
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EuroCheapo Review: Hotel Henriette is a boutique located on a small side street one-minute from the "Gobelins" Metro stop.... read review
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EuroCheapo Review: The Hotel Saint-Louis offers romantic rooms located one block from the Marais, usually at prices that run too high for us.... read review
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EuroCheapo Review: The Hotel Crayon Rouge offers four-star rooms with bursts of color, funky decor and a wine theme.... read review
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EuroCheapo Review: Located just south of the Boulevard Saint-Germain on rue Saint-Jacques, the two-star Diana is a friendly, warm and inviting spot.... read review
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EuroCheapo Review: One of the most convenient Left Bank hotels on our list, the Suez offers reliable and reasonable rooms just minutes from the Place St-Michel.... read review
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EuroCheapo Review: A popular Cheapo pick just off the ritzy Boulevard St-Germain, the Grand Hotel des Balcons offers comfortable two-star rooms, charming touches and a full-blown American breakfast.... read review
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