Hotel Lorette - Astotel

The hotel is set in a beautiful,
traditional cut stone Parisian building. Renovated in 2012, the hotel now features a contemporary style with fun touches. Many of
the building’s original features still remain, though, and are used well to “wow”
guests. One of the most impressive is the vaulted cellar, now used as the
breakfast room. The stone pillars are dramatically lit and modern touches like
the wood flooring and red dining chairs add a new twist. Upstairs, the lobby is
an eclectic mix of styles. The reception desk is made of an enormous piece of
stone, with a bright green strip of glass lit up on top of it. Random artifacts
add interest to the space, from an ornately-carved wooden rocking chair to a
giant, bright pink sheep that stands in the front window. There are
contemporary light fixtures and mirrors, areas of exposed brick and stonework, and
bamboo plants in contemporary pots. Everything comes together to make an
interesting and unique aesthetic.

The Lorette Opera is situated in the north
of Paris on Rue Notre Dame de Lorette, right in the heart of Paris' theatre
district. The Theatre La Bruyere and the Theatre Saint-Georges are within a few minutes' walk from the hotel, and the world-famous Moulin Rouge cabaret venue
is at the end of the street -- less than a 10-minute walk away. There are
plenty of bars, cafes, and restaurants within a short walk too, and the famous
Galeries Lafayette department store is just a 10-minute walk from the hotel. One of Paris’
major attractions, the spectacular Basilica of Sacre-Coeur is a 15-minute walk
away, and from there visitors can see the Place du Tertre and its famous
artists, and get a panoramic view of the city. Those wanting a close-up look at
the Eiffel Tower can take a cab there in around 15 minutes. The hotel is also
well-located for access to public transport -- the Saint-Georges Metro station
is less than a minute's walk away, and gets to the Champs Elysees in under 15 minutes.
The Gare du Nord is a 20-minute walk or five-minute cab ride from the hotel. 

All guest rooms at the Lorette Opera have free
Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, safes, hairdryers, desks, and minibars. Although
the rooms all have double glazing, it’s worth requesting a room on a higher
floor to avoid traffic noise from the street below. Some rooms have the bonus
of a view of the Eiffel Tower, so it’s worth requesting that, too, for an extra
special stay. The room decor is fresh and vibrant. Walls are plain white but
there are touches of bright reds, yellows, and blues in the carpets, curtains, and
furniture. The beds are comfortable and have modern wooden headboards with inset
reading lights. There’s not a huge amount of floorspace or closet space in any, but that’s
not unusual in Paris. Superior rooms are larger though, and an apartment is
also available, which has an additional lounge and sofa bed. Bathrooms are
simply decorated, with plain white tiles. There’s the nice touch of
a small plant in a glass vase in each one. 

There’s no fitness center, spa, or business facilities here, and
no bar or restaurant either -- although it’s not hard to find somewhere nearby
to eat and drink. The hotel does offer a continental buffet breakfast, though.
It’s fairly expensive but has a good selection of meat,
cheese, pastries, and cereal, as well as hot food like omelets. Those traveling
with little ones have been well-considered by the hotel -- there’s an area in
the breakfast room with toys and games to keep children entertained. Guests
can also have an a la carte breakfast served to their rooms. Unlike many
Paris hotels, the Lorette Opera has the benefit of some outside space. Guests are
welcome to use the pretty courtyard garden whenever they like, and there are
plenty of tables and chairs. There’s also a small area opposite reception with stylish
and comfortable armchairs, where hot beverages and soft drinks are served free
of charge in the afternoon. Free Wi-Fi is also available throughout the hotel.