Hôtel Récamier
Hotel · l'Odeon
3B Pl. Saint-Sulpice, 75006 Paris, France
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Highlights
Boutique hotel with stylish rooms, afternoon tea, & Wi-Fi
Boutique hotel with stylish rooms, afternoon tea, & Wi-Fi
"A small boutique hotel in Saint-Germain-des-Prés offering a unique blend of Art Deco and African-inspired decor, located on a scenic square." - Lane Nieset
"Under the supervision of a passionate owner, a run-down two-star hotel was in 2009 revived into this sophisticated Left Bank inn that evokes the apartment of a well-traveled art and history buff. Accented by the hotel’s signature scent, the interiors by Jean-Louis Deniot are contemporary and bright, warmed by reclaimed wood tables, metallic sculptures, and original artwork and unique objets sourced from around the world." - Sandra Ramani, Lindsey Tramuta
"How did it strike you on arrival?Under the supervision of a passionate owner, a run-down two-star hotel was in 2009 revived into this sophisticated Left Bank inn that evokes the apartment of a well-traveled art and history buff. Accented by the hotel’s signature scent, the interiors by Jean-Louis Deniot are contemporary and bright, warmed by reclaimed wood tables, metallic sculptures, and original artwork and unique objets sourced from around the world. Nice. What’s the crowd like?Guests gather in the lounge or on the terrace for breakfast before heading out to explore the chic surrounding Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood, then trade stories of the day over drinks in the evening. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Spread out over the townhouse’s six floors, the 24 rooms run small, but have been enlivened by eclectic décor; think Art Deco meets tribal art, with lots of patterned fabrics, bold photographs, and shiny mirrors. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?Higher category rooms have terraces and Nespresso machines, while all have flatscreen TVs, minibars and complimentary water. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.The cozy bathrooms—most with showers only, a few with tubs—are outfitted with Egyptian cotton towels, bathrobes, slippers, and house-brand toiletries. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Free Wi-Fi flows throughout the hotel. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.There's no full restaurant, but a charming afternoon tea is served daily, and drinks—and room service—are available until 10:45pm. In-room massages can be arranged, as can babysitting services. Bottom line: worth it, and why?Services are limited and rooms can be small, but a family-run vibe, attention to design, and prime location in the heart of the Left Bank make this a good value." - Sandra Ramani
"Take a tired 2-star hotel set on one side of the chic Place Saint-Sulpice, add one lady owner with a passion for the superlative, throw in a renovation by the renowned interior designer/architect Jean Louis Deniot, et voilà: the Hotel Récamier.Stepping through the door, thoughtful touches abound. The daily weather forecast is displayed - and the umbrella stand is stuffed with parapluies to cope with unpredictable Parisian downpours. Sweep through to the stylish salon, where you find snug sofas and comfy armchairs at tête-à-tête tables set for complimentary afternoon tea, or saunter out to the courtyard terrace for an alfresco apéritif. Drift upstairs to the 24 handsome rooms, where original artwork adorns the walls, the unique furniture is sourced from brocantes, and every aspect has been sumptuously finished.Named after Madame Récamier, a 19th-century beauty famous for entertaining key political and intellectual figures, this gracious hotel extends a welcome worthy of its namesake and provides a pleasingly personal reception to Paris. Highs The courtyard terrace, equipped with cushioned wicker couches and a wrought-iron canopy of large lanternsGorgeous classic-contemporary design; take time to descend the spiralling staircase with its cascade lighting and contemporary artists’ reworkings of Madame Récamier’s bust Outstanding personnel, with service, smiles and suggestions day and nightFaultless location in the intellectual heart of the city, on a square that feels both exclusive and accessible - minutes from the Jardin du Luxembourg Lows In a city with over 10 million inhabitants, space is always at a premium, and the rooms here are no exception (most are 15-20 sqm)Avoid fashion week dates (3 times a year), when prices are eye watering and availability is limitedBreakfast is expensive - if all you fancy is a quick croissant, skip it; but splurge if you're planning a long day exploring the cityNo restaurant - but eating out is one of the reasons you come to Paris" - Kate Erith
