Lenox Montparnasse

The Lenox Montparnasse is situated in an attractive building with typical 19th-century architecture. Once through the automatic entrance doors you find yourself facing a plush, red velvet reception area which itself opens onto a comfortable bar decorated with photographs of famous French artists and writers. Considering the tiny size of the rooms and the lack of on-site amenities, it's not surprising that this hotel largely attracts budget-minded couples who appreciate its location within walking distance of public transportation.

This hotel is located on an otherwise nondescript street near the Montparnasse Cemetery and Luxembourg Gardens. Although there is no on-site restaurant, guests can find a wide range of places to eat in the immediate vicinity including well-known restaurants such as La Coupole and Le Select. The Montparnasse quarter is home to a lot of theaters, most of which are situated on or around the nearby Rue de la Gaité. The hotel is also close to several metro/subway lines of which Line 4 is at about three minutes walk, which means that most of the famous monuments and tourist attractions are no more than a 20-minute metro ride away.

There are three categories of room available, from the comfortable and tastefully decorated Junior Suite to the standard Classic rooms (which are tiny). Junior and Club rooms have all the comforts you'd expect from a hotel in this category; from refined decor including antique furniture and works of art, to Nespresso coffeemakers. As Classic rooms are only slightly less expensive than those in higher categories, it's worth considering an upgrade.

This small hotel has few on-site amenities. What it does offer includes free Wi-Fi, an honesty bar, and a daily breakfast. Free coffee and tea are also available throughout the day.