Simple, functional budget hotel with 18th-century heritage
Excellent central
location next to Luxembourg Gardens
Short walk
from RER station, with direct access to airports
Rooms are
air-conditioned and soundproofed
Breakfast room in
16th-century basement
Free Wi-Fi
throughout property
Small rooms
Breakfast not included
Unexciting interiors
Hotel Cujas Panthéon is a budget-friendly, 48-room hotel set in the heart of the swanky
Latin Quarter in central Paris, near a local train that connects directly to
airports. Air-conditioned rooms are clean and comfortable but generally small, with uninspired decor and modest bathrooms -- though they're what might be expected
for the price. Rates are low for Paris, especially for a location this central, though guests might want to compare the property with the nearby and nicer Hotel Design Sorbonne,
where prices are often not much higher.
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Scene
Simple and functional interiors in a building with 18th-century heritage
Hotel Cujas Panthéon is unassuming and
inconspicuous on most levels, but not without a degree of charm. The twin stone
arches of its facade reference the 18th-century building that houses the
hotel, while a rusty old-fashioned hanging lamp is also suggestive of Old
Paris. Stepping inside, however, the scene is contemporary and functional with a
small front desk, a single elevator, and steps that lead to a lobby
lounge. Here, more evidence of the building's heritage can be seen in the exposed stone
walls, while decor blends antique-style velvet furnishings with modern tiling
and potted plants. The mood is quiet and unpretentious, attracting tourists who want simple and clean spaces in central Paris without unnecessary frills.****
Location
Set in Paris's 5th arrondissement, a few minutes from Luxembourg Gardens
Located
in the heart of the Latin Quarter in Paris' 5th arrondissement just south of
the Seine, the Cujas Panthéon is excellently positioned for tourists. Set in
the swanky La Sorbonne area, there's plenty to see and do within walking
distance: The beautiful Luxembourg Gardens is less than 15 minutes away by foot
while Ile de la Cité, featuring Notre-Dame Cathedral, is about the same travel
time to the north. Luxembourg RER train station, two blocks from the hotel, connects
north and south Paris and provides direct service to Charles de Gaulle and Orly
airports. The nearest metro stop, a few minutes north, is Cluny - La Sorbonne.****
Rooms
Clean and simple rooms; all have free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning
The
hotel has 48 soundproofed guest rooms, all of which are clean and decorated in an unfussy style that's characteristic of quality budget venues. Furnishings are outfitted in a decidedly neutral palette (beige comforters have an attractive leaf pattern), offset by blue or red carpeting.
Bathrooms are also modern and modest, with wall-mounted hairdryers and showers
or shower/tub combos. Air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with
satellite channels are all standard, and some rooms overlook a typical
Parisian street. Also typical for Paris, the rooms are generally small.****
Features
Breakfast room in vaulted basement dating back to 16th century; free Wi-Fi available as well
As you'd expect from this caliber of hotel, there's not much in
the way of facilities, though the breakfast room is an old vaulted
basement dating back to the 16th century. Breakfast is a simple buffet affair
and not included in room rates. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout
the property and reception is open around the clock.
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