The designer Christian Lacroix created the decor of the Hotel Le Bellechasse Saint-Germain, a 4-star hotel on the Rue de Bellechasse, in the 7th arrondissement. Each room has its own decor. It is a good fit if you are drawn to designer interiors and will spend your trip on museums such as Orsay and the Louvre.
Location and getting around
Orsay is about a 5-minute walk away and the Louvre about 15, across the Seine. The Opéra Garnier is about 25 minutes on foot and the Eiffel Tower about 35. According to the hotel, Solférino Métro station is about 400 m away.
The Arc de Triomphe is 2.6 km away: take the Métro or a taxi.
Rooms and facilities
No two rooms share the same decor: all carry Lacroix’s signature and have a private bathroom.
- Breakfast: French, in the dining room or in your room.
- Le Butterfly bar: for a drink at the hotel itself.
- Staff: according to the hotel, they speak several languages.
Wifi, air conditioning and 24-hour reception are not listed among the services: ask beforehand if any of them is essential for you.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you are interested in fashion or design and want a hotel decorated by a couturier.
- Ideal if you will see Orsay and the Louvre on the same day.
- Useful for couples who like breakfast in the room.
Good to know
Check-in starts at 14:00; check-out is from 07:00 to 12:00. At reception you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. You will find more hotels of this category among the 4-star hotels.