Between the Opéra Garnier and Sacré-Cœur, about a 15-minute walk from each, is Villa Margaux Opéra Montmartre Paris, a 3-star hotel in the 9th arrondissement. It works well if you want to split your trip between the grand boulevards and the hill of Montmartre.
Location and getting around
According to the hotel, Saint-Georges and Pigalle Métro stations are less than 3 minutes’ walk away. In a straight line, Gare Saint-Lazare is also about 15 minutes on foot and Gare du Nord about 20. The Louvre is around 35 minutes’ walk and the Musée d’Orsay about 40: for those, the Métro is worth it.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have air conditioning, a work area, a flat-screen TV with international channels, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom.
The buffet breakfast is served in a dining room with a vaulted ceiling and stone walls; according to the hotel, from 7:30 to 10:00. In summer you can use the inner courtyard.
There is no mention of 24-hour reception, a restaurant or a car park.
Who it suits
- Couples who want to walk between the Opéra and Montmartre.
- Anyone who works for a while each day and needs a desk in the room.
- Guests travelling in July or August who want air conditioning and a courtyard to step out into.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30: if you arrive later, check with the hotel first.
- Check-out is at 11:00.
- Breakfast ends at 10:00.
- Photo ID and a credit card are required.
If this category interests you, see the 3-star hotels.