9th Arrondissement (Opera Garnier), United States
Within walking distance to the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Champs Elysees
Convenient to transportation with Metro station right outside hotel doors
Cozy bar and panoramic breakfast room with buffet (fee) and plenty of seating
Pleasant rooms with stocked minibars, coffeemakers, and attractive bathrooms
On a bustling street with good variety of shops and restaurants
Wi-Fi
Noise from main street can travel into rooms
Some rooms have disappointing views of alleyways
Bathroom showers can leak water
The 118-room Holiday Inn Paris Opera-Grands Boulevards is a contemporary, six-floor hotel in a bustling location. There is a train station right outside the hotel's doors and taxis are readily available, but many sights are at least a 15-minute walk away. The immediate neighborhood is pleasant for strolls and is populated with restaurants and bars. Inside the hotel, there are an iron elevator that adds old Paris charm, a bright breakfast room, and an inviting bar. Rooms are pleasant (if a touch small) and have stocked minibars, coffeemakers, and attractive modern bathrooms. This is a quality value pick for Paris.
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Scene
Contemporary chain hotel with personality
The building was originally constructed in the 1800s in the Belle Epoque style. It is a mid-rise property with a classic Parisian facade and ornamental iron balconies. Inside, there is a small, well-lit lobby area. Further into the hotel is the main lobby where there are hints of a different era. A striking wrought-iron panoramic elevator stretches up through the atrium, while a staircase wraps around the structure. Hallways are plain with signs directing to public spaces and rooms. The breakfast room looks like a typical cafeteria, with tables pushed together to allow for large groups. There are high tables in one area, a drink station, and a buffet bar. Contemporary designs are more prominent in the bar, where fisheye mirrors hang on the wall and a circular shelf holds the glassware.
Location
Directly outside a metro station, near many restaurants and shops
This hotel is set in a lively neighborhood full of restaurants, cafes, and bars. It is also on an avenue that leads directly to the Palais Garnier, a 10-minute walk from the hotel. From here, travelers can continue on a 20-minute walk to the large department stores of Galeries Lafayette and Printemps, and to the Champs Elysees, an avenue with tons of luxury and premium retail stores and cafes. It’s the perfect spot to stop off for lunch or a quick bite before a 20-minute walk across the Seine to the 6th arrondissement and the Eiffel Tower. Guests can also access these sights by hopping on the M9 metro, which is right outside the hotel and can cut travel time in half.
Rooms
Rooms are bright and clean with nice extras
The 118 rooms either have views of the busy avenue or the hotel’s private courtyard. Those facing the main street have faux-iron balconies with windows that open fully. These rooms are for anyone who is willing to cope with some noise coming up from the busy street below. An interior-facing room is the better option for a quiet night's rest. All rooms are have similar accented walls, wood panel shelves, and patterned floor-to-ceiling curtains. They include coffee and tea facilities, plenty of electric outlets, flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, and comfortable beds. Internet is Wi-Fi only. The bathroom is a decent size with either showers or low tubs. Guests have noted the design of the shower routinely causes small puddles of water in the bathroom.
Features
There are a breakfast buffet and small lobby bar.
The hotel has only one dine-in area, and it’s the breakfast room. This space sits on the ground floor and lets in plenty of natural light. Breakfast is not included in the hotel reservation, but guests have noted it is worth the price. For coffee, tea, and a hot meal, the value is good in comparison to the nearby cafes. There is also a small bar with several high tables and lounge seats.
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