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Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

3 stars
9 Rue De La Grande Chaumiere, Paris, 75006
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
14 reviews
Excellent Staff

I reserved a club room due to the decor and upper floor location. The maid staff and the front... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • Jun 14, 2009
Best hotel in Paris I ever stayed.

Best hotel in Paris I ever stayed. Large rooms. Very quiet. Very good location. WIFI in rooms.... See full review

  • Michel
  • May 23, 2009
Hotel Best western "A La Villa des Artistes offers an ideal situation between Saint Germain des Pres and Montparnasse, a few paces away from the Luxembourg Gardens. You will enjoy this quiet place with a cosy bar and lounge, breakfast room, under a veranda, is looking over the inner garden, WIFI is free for all guests. Hotel also provides direct access to "Porte de Versailles" Exhibition centre as well as "Gare du Nord" where stop Thalys and Eurostar trains and shopping street within walking distance. The hotel, in the very street where Modigliani had his studio, is just across the road from famous "Academie de la Grande Chaumire". In the 30's, the hotel accommodated many artists including Beckett, Fitzgerald and Modigliani. To make your stay as pleasant as possible, a warm welcome awaits you from the friendly team who are on hand to give advice on the city, visits or shows, or simply organise your transport reservations. Amenities provide by the property are Airport transfer, Baby sitting service, Bar, Disabled facilities, Dry cleaning, Wireless Internet access, Laundry service, Lift / Elevator, Lobby, Non-smoking rooms, Reception, Room service, Safe deposit box and Smoke-free hotel. Additional Charges Breakfast and extras.City tax is 1 euro per person per night, payable at check out. The Hotel will go under roof renovation work from September 24th to November 30th 2012. This should not affect guest 'stays but it will modify the outside look of the establishment with a scaffold allowing access to the roof : please kindly inform your guests. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience.

Best Western La Villa Des Artistes Rooms

Arty Queen Room
17 to 20 square metres room with one double bed or 2 twin beds.Entirely renovated and dedicated to the modern arts. Each room has its own special atmosphere of different artistic periods such as Fauvism, Cubism or Surrealism. The choice of materials as well as stylish furniture tastefully appointed has been made for the well being of our guests. Smoke free rooms spread over 5 floors with full air conditioning, en suite bathroom, satellite TV, direct dial phone, Pay TV, free WIFI access, mini bar, tea and coffee facilities (on request), radio, individual safe and hair dryer.
Club Room
Comfortable 17 to 20 square metres room, quiet and spacious room providing one double bed or one queen sized bed that can accommodate 2 people.The decoration is sober with soft cream colours and marble bathroom with toilets. Most of the club room are looking over an inside courtyard. Smoke free rooms spread over 5 floors with full air conditioning, en suite bathroom, satellite TV, direct dial phone, Pay TV, free WIFI access, mini bar, tea and coffee facilities (on request), radio, individual safe and hair dryer.
Arty Room
Room providing one double bed - 12 to 14 square meters. Entirely renovated and dedicated to the modern arts. Each room has its own special atmosphere of different artistic periods such as Fauvism, Cubism or Surrealism. The choice of materials as well as stylish furniture tastefully appointed has been made for the well being of our guests. Smoke free rooms spread over 5 floors with full air conditioning, en suite bathroom, satellite TV, direct dial phone, Pay TV, free WIFI access, mini bar, tea and coffee facilities (on request), radio, individual safe and hair dryer.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Airport shuttle
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Elevators
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Tour desk
Internet
Wireless internet
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

48.8423 2.3307
Area served
Paris.
Nearby airports
Paris Orly International Airport (ORY).
Area description
The neighbourhood is a wonderful mix of shops, theatres, cabarets, restaurants, including some of the most famous brasseries such as La Coupole, Le Dome, and La Rotonde. The whole of Paris is easily accessible via the various lines departing from Vavin or the Montparnasse underground station located just a stone trough away from the hotel. Gare du Nord and exhibition complex of Porte de Versailles are accessible by a direct metro line.

Nearby points of interest

  • Théâtre du Lucernaire: 0.1 mi
  • Montparnasse: 0.3 mi
  • Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse: 0.4 mi
  • Mines ParisTech: 0.4 mi
  • Luxembourg Gardens: 0.4 mi
  • Musée du Montparnasse: 0.5 mi
  • Saint Michel - Saint Germain des Pres: 0.5 mi
  • Luxembourg Palace: 0.5 mi
  • Gare Montparnasse train station: 0.6 mi
  • Denfert-Rochereau: 0.6 mi
  • Catacombs of Paris: 0.6 mi
  • Place de Catalogne: 0.7 mi
  • University of Paris-Sorbonne: 0.7 mi
  • Collège de Sorbonne: 0.7 mi
  • Panthéon: 0.7 mi
  • Théâtre du Lucernaire: 0.1 mi
  • Montparnasse: 0.3 mi
  • Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse: 0.4 mi
  • Mines ParisTech: 0.4 mi
  • Luxembourg Gardens: 0.4 mi
  • Musée du Montparnasse: 0.5 mi
  • Saint Michel - Saint Germain des Pres: 0.5 mi
  • Luxembourg Palace: 0.5 mi
  • Gare Montparnasse train station: 0.6 mi
  • Denfert-Rochereau: 0.6 mi
  • Catacombs of Paris: 0.6 mi
  • Place de Catalogne: 0.7 mi
  • University of Paris-Sorbonne: 0.7 mi
  • Collège de Sorbonne: 0.7 mi
  • Panthéon: 0.7 mi
  • Lycée Louis-le-Grand: 0.7 mi
  • Paris Descartes University: 0.8 mi
  • Boulevard Saint-Germain: 0.8 mi
  • Musée national du Moyen Âge: 0.8 mi
  • Lycée Henri-IV: 0.8 mi
  • Abbey of St-Germain-des-Prés: 0.8 mi
  • Bibliothèque de Sainte-Geneviève: 0.8 mi
  • Sciences Po: 0.8 mi
  • Marche rue de Buci: 0.8 mi
  • Latin Quarter of Paris: 0.8 mi
  • Place de la Contrescarpe: 0.9 mi
  • Rue Mouffetard: 0.9 mi
  • Arènes de Lutèce: 1 mi
  • Bibliothèque Mazarine: 1.1 mi
  • Institut de France: 1.1 mi
  • Mosquee de Paris: 1.1 mi
  • Sainte-Chapelle: 1.1 mi
  • Place Dauphine: 1.1 mi
  • Musée Auguste Rodin: 1.1 mi
  • Notre Dame Cathedral: 1.1 mi
  • Palais de Justice: 1.1 mi
  • Notre Dame de Paris : 1.1 mi
  • Conciergerie: 1.2 mi
  • Pierre-and-Marie-Curie University: 1.2 mi
  • Orsay Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Musée des Plans-Reliefs: 1.3 mi
  • Arab World Institute: 1.3 mi
  • Samaritaine: 1.3 mi
  • Musée d'Histoire Contemporaine: 1.3 mi
  • Carrousel du Louvre: 1.3 mi

Dining

Breakfast Room
Every morning The "all you can eat" delicious buffet breakfast is served in the conservatory with full selection of coffee, famous "Palais des Ths" teas, freshly squeeze orange juice, ham and cheeses, pastries, cereals, toasts and "baguette", yogurts and eggs. With the arrival of the warmer weather, you have the option of having breakfast outside amongst the peaceful garden.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

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Guest Reviews (14)

Ratings and reviews for Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Overall score

3.9 / 5
14 out of 14
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.3
Value:
3.8

86% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Mark Top Designer
Cincinnati, OHio
Oct 15, 2012

Perfect aftermath to a long day of sightseeing!

We really appreciated the cleanliness of this hotel, the convenience to bus/ train depots, and the comfort and quiet after a long day of sightseeing in Paris. Staff was exceptionally helpful with answering questions about travel routes and destinations in the outlying areas of Paris.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Great cafes and patisseries right around the corner!

Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
NYC, NY
May 23, 2011

Ideal Sightseeing Location

Located within 100m of Vavin Metro station makes sightseeing thoughout Paris easy. Vavin station is surrounded by the best of Left Bank bistros. Very close to Luxembourg Gardens as well.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Use Vavin station to connect to all other Metro stops.

Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Houston, TX
Jan 21, 2011

Convenient to Metro and lots of dining

I don't spend much time in my room in Paris; the rooms were small but well-appointed, very comfortable and lacking nothing. Staff was very helpful, but be sure to ask how the lights operate. Until I realized I needed to insert the room key into the slot on the wall, I couldn't turn on the lights in my room!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
New York, NY
Dec 31, 2010

Not as great as expected

For the amount we paid, we expected something better. The rooms were clean but the bathtub was clogged (I showered while standing in an inch or so of water). The staff was friendly, and they let us check in earlier than the stated time; they're very patient and will try their best to understand your English. The location was nice in the fact that it's about a minute walk away from the metro, HOWEVER, if you're planning on spending a lot of time in the "main" city, be prepared for a 45min-1hour ride each way (it's especially annoying since when we went, the 9 train was out of commission, so we had to transfer a lot). Overall, the hotel was decent, but for the price we paid, not worth it. Don't stay here if you're strapped for time and have a huge list of to-dos.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
1
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

This area is well known for it's seafood so be sure to drop by one of the many seafood restaurants nearby! It'll be pricey, but it'll also be one of the best seafood you'll ever experience.

Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Philadelphia, PA
May 26, 2010

Very Pleased

I cannot believe we stayed in the same place that some of the negative reviewers described. We thoroughly enjoyed our comfortable stay and buffet breakfasts but we were not expecting robes, slippers and room service. So don't stay here if you want to stay in the hotel room, swim in the pool or exercise on the equipment(walking was sufficient for us) during your trip to Paris.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

3
Mundano
NYC
Feb 14, 2010

Great Location / Bad Service

We were initially impressed with the location. Our first room had no running water at all. The receptionist was rude as if it were our problem. Finally changed a room to a downgrade, unrenovated with two twin beds even though we reserved a queen. Other receptionists tried harder to provide info but were generally clueless, even at the level of providing basic directions. Decent accomodation but overpriced for what you get.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

4
Teggem
Santa Barbara, California
Jul 30, 2009

I would return to this hotel for sure

We stayed at this hotel for two weeks while visiting Paris. It was very nice. We were on the second floor. It was quiet and cool (air conditioned) which was a wonderful retreat at the end of the day after exploring Paris all day. There is free wi-fi in the rooms; you just have to ask the right person at reception (the first person we asked at the reception desk said there was no internet, which is untrue). You will be given a code to get onto [...]. The neighborhood (Montparnasse) is lovely and quite a bit quieter than central Paris, but very convenient to the metro. The closest metro stop (Vivan) is only two blocks away. The Montparnasse train station is only about four blocks away. Lots of restaurants around and a grocery store right around the corner. The breakfast is excellent and convenient but pricy. We were very happy here.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Not Applicable

If you are coming to Paris to shop, come in July when all the stores have huge markdowns, up to 70% off!

Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

4
ptc-mom
Atlanta, GA
Jul 14, 2009

Cozy, comfortable, affordable - loved it

Great little hotel. The room we had was tiny, but comfortable, newly decorated, and just right for us! It even had a bathtub! Location was a bit far from the sights, but the metro was very close. Breakfast was outrageously expensive, but why buy it when there are bakeries, cafes and all of Paris right outside the door! There was no ice to be had, as they were remodeling the bar/lounge. That didn't bother us, but it might bother others. Had a lovely tiny little garden where you could rest or eat. Staff went out of their way to be helpful. There was a small market and a laundromat within a block. In a lovely safe neighborhood. It was perfect for us - a mom with 11-yr old daughter. Loved it.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Walk to the nearby Gare Montparnesse and hop a train to Chartres to see the awesome cathedral.

Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
NY, NY
Jun 14, 2009

Excellent Staff

I reserved a club room due to the decor and upper floor location. The maid staff and the front desk staff were outstanding, extremely nice, spoke english and assisted for any and everything. I had been told the french were rude, but a friend of mine who had visited Paris told me to say Bon Jour to everyone and they would reciprocate in kind. This was 100% true. Granted, the rooms were small, but thats Europe. Street noise was almost non existent with the window closed and the only noise I heard was from the room above, but it was minimal. The wireless internet was free and worked perfectly, just ask the desk for the password. I would definitely recommend this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

I prefer a full breakfast with scrambled eggs, but the hotel only offered boiled eggs, so we walked up the block, took a right and walked 3 blocks to the Indian Cafe. You can get a 3 eggs, meat (sausage or bacon) juice, milk (or coffee) and bread for 10.50 EU compared to the 15.00 EU at the hotel.

Review of Best Western La Villa Des Artistes

Reviewer score

5
Michel
Not Provided
May 23, 2009

Best hotel in Paris I ever stayed.

Best hotel in Paris I ever stayed. Large rooms. Very quiet. Very good location. WIFI in rooms. Helpful bilingual staff. Great breakfast.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
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