A good experience, well located near Place de la Bastille
The location : Composed of nine 19th-century buildings set around a spacious courtyard, the historic Hotel les Jardins du Marais is on a 'quiet street on the border of Paris, historical center' and vibrant Marais district
Les Jardins du Marais: dreary on the outside nice on the inside
Satisfaction:
By iam1wthee on January 14, 2004
When I looked at the neighborhood I was disappointed. It looked like something from a haunted house compared to the other people who were on the same tour with me. Once I stepped through the gates I was pleasantly surpised. It was setup as though it was its own little quaint town and nicely decorated. Despite the fact that the neighborhood looks dreary it is really quite safe. I found myself walking around by myself and no one bothered me. The staff is very helpful unfortunately quite a few are not good with English. The continental buffet breakfast was limited but doable. If you want to go budget then I recommend this place. If you have a little extra to spend then I recommend that you go to any one of the Ibis or somewhere closer to the tourist spots.
kitchenette-microwave and minirefridge alarmclock radio tv combo restaurant continental buffet breakfast hair salon garden half block from metro and buses half block from pharmacy two blocks from grocery store safe area eventhough it looks spooky.
Wonderful location 1 1/2 blocks from Metro and bus lines (20 & 65) close to Bastille and Marais district. We were there 10 days in April 2007. Hotel consists of 5 buildings around a gardin/courtyard - we were in the "Eiffel". Very good sized room - we opted to pay 30 euros extra for the "executive" room. Excellent, helpful multi-lingual staff. TV has only CNN & Fashion TV in English.
Small kitchenette - 2 burner hot plate, frig., sink & dishwasher? If there isn't waht you want in the room, just ask at the desk (like we wanted an extra pot) 1 block from a Shopi for all you're wine & food needs. Excellent pizza across the street! Good restaurants, cafes, etc. within a 4-6 block area - especially in the Marais area. Good place for families because of the kitchenette.