Four-poster beds and decor inspired by Marie Antoinette: that is how the Hotel Grands Boulevards Experimental Paris presents itself, a 4-star hotel with 50 rooms at 17, Boulevard Poissonnière. It is in the 2nd arrondissement and, according to the property, in an area with theatres and bars. It suits a couple’s break with evenings out.
Location and getting around
According to the property, Grands Boulevards Métro station is right opposite the entrance. On foot, the Opéra Garnier is about 15 minutes away, and the Louvre and the Centre Pompidou about 20.
Gare du Nord is also about a 20-minute walk and the Sacré-Cœur about 30. The Eiffel Tower is 3.9 km away: for that, the Métro saves you the walk.
Rooms and facilities
Each room has its own range of colours in the bathroom and the tiles. According to the hotel, there are four-poster beds and the bed linen is handmade in Brittany.
Breakfast comes in several forms: buffet, continental, à la carte or served in the room. There is no information about Wi-Fi, air conditioning or a 24-hour reception, so ask if you need them.
Who it suits
- Couples looking for a hotel with strongly period decor.
- Anyone who wants to go to the theatre on the grand boulevards and walk back.
- Travellers who get around by Métro and want the station in front of the door.
Good to know
Check-in runs from 14:00 to 00:00, with photo ID and a credit card. The published check-out time is unclear, so confirm it with the hotel. There are more places to stay in this category under 4-star hotels.