Themed rooms inspired by Paris and a wellness area with a sauna and hammam: that is what the Secret de Paris – Hotel & Spa offers. It is a 4-star hotel in the 9th arrondissement, between Montmartre and the Opéra Garnier, and suits a couple’s break above all.
Location and getting around
It is at 2 rue de Parme. Gare Saint-Lazare is about a 10-minute walk away and the Opéra Garnier about 15. Allow around 20 minutes on foot to climb up to Sacré-Cœur. The Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay are about 40 minutes’ walk; the Eiffel Tower is 3.6 km away, so the Métro is a better option.
Rooms and facilities
Each room is decorated around a Paris monument or neighbourhood, with adjustable mood lighting. They are soundproofed and have a flat-screen TV and wifi. All have either a whirlpool bath or a rain shower.
The sauna and hammam cost extra, according to the hotel. A buffet breakfast is served in the lounge or in your room. In the afternoon the bar makes house cocktails.
Who it suits
- If you are travelling as a couple and want a room with a whirlpool bath.
- If you fancy a sauna or hammam session after a day of walking.
- If you plan to move between Montmartre, the Opéra and the department stores.
Good to know
Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:30; if you arrive later, let them know. The listed check-out time is from 04:00 to 00:00, which is unusual, so confirm the deadline when booking. On arrival you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. The wellness area is paid separately. See other 4-star hotels if you want to compare.