Hotel Alhambra

A three-star hotel in the hip Oberkampf neighborhood (near bars, clubs, and restaurants), the Alhambra offers comfortable and reasonably priced rooms and a large, plant-filled courtyard.

The Hotel Alhambra's 53 rooms all offer a boutique vibe for average rates of €150 per night (or €121 in the low season). All rooms are non-smoking and equipped with a large flat-screen TV, telephone, and free Wi-Fi. Fourth-floor rooms on the street side have small balconies (ask ahead when booking).

Bathrooms are equipped mostly with showers, although some bathtubs are available in triple rooms. Note that many bathrooms are quite small. While many hotels have small baths in Paris, you might want to inquire about a room with a larger bathroom when reserving if this is a priority for you.

While some of the rooms at the Hotel Alhambra overlook the rue Malte, most open up to a giant courtyard garden that’s attractively landscaped and open to guests. During warm weather, you can enjoy meals, coffee or drinks among the greenery. (After midnight guests are supposed to keep the noise down. Rooms also have double-paned windows for soundproofing, although these will probably be open during the summer.)

Note that “Junior Suites” might offer less than you expect, as they offer a standard double bed and a sofa bed. It’s technically capable of sleeping four, but guests shouldn’t expect any privacy or separate rooms.

Breakfast is not included in the room rate and is a not-so-cheapo €15.

Location

The Hotel Alhambra struck us as a friendly base to enjoy the bars, restaurants and shopping in the trendy Oberkampf neighborhood. It’s also within an easy walk of the Marais and Bastille, and a just minutes to République.

Metro: The Hotel Alhambra is located just steps from the Oberkampf Metro stop (lines 5 and 9).