Midnight Hotel Paris

The Midnight Hotel Paris is a boutique property situated in a six-story townhouse with a flat beige facade and Juliet balconies. Decor is sophisticated and contemporary throughout -- the lobby pairs moody dark accent walls with wood floors, button-tufted sofas, and armless upholstered chairs. A few columns of inset shelving, filled with books, magazines, and statues, adds homey charm. Despite the refined decor and wood floors found throughout the property, this is still a mid-range option -- rooms can be tiny and the hotel's few common spaces (the lobby, patio, and breakfast room) are also small. Guests include travelers drawn-in by the proximity to major transport hubs, while two- to four-person guest rooms attract both couples and small families or groups. 

The Midnight Hotel is located in Paris' 10th Arrondissement, a diverse area full of cafes, restaurants, and other hotels. While some find the neighborhood is a little rough around the edges, and it's not walking distance to sights, it is particularly convenient to two major transport hubs: Gare de L'Est and Gare du Nord, which offer local and regional service, including the Eurostar, RER, and metro lines. It's a straight shot to sights like the Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral, which guests can get to in less than 20 minutes. Charles de Gaulle Airport is accessible in 40 minutes, with no transfers (from the RER B line leaving from Gare du Nord). 

• Three-minute walk to the Gare de L'Est
• Five-minute walk to Gare du Nord
• 15 minutes via public transit to the Louvre 
• 17 minutes via public transit to the Notre Dame Cathedral 
• 20 minutes via public transit to the Arc de Triomphe 
• 20 minutes via public transit to the Moulin Rouge 
• 35 minutes via public transit to the Eiffel Tower 
• 45 minutes via public transit to Charles de Gaulle Airport 
• 50 minutes via public transit to Orly Airport 

Thanks in part to 2014 renovations, rooms at the Midnight Hotel are stylish, clean, and contemporary with wood floors and a refined color palette of white and taupe. Photographic murals of Parisian sights sit behind the beds, adding a little flair. Bathrooms vary but are spotless and modern with square sinks, shower stalls, and textured white walls or faux-stone tiling.

Rooms are tiny, though thoughtfully orchestrated -- the entry-level Comfort Doubles and Executive Rooms start at just 150 square feet, which isn't out of the norm by Paris standards, but it's still on the small end. The largest Deluxe Suite is almost double this size, adding a sitting area, separate toilet stall, walk-in shower, and luxe in-room hammam. Double, Triple, and Quad Rooms are available. 

Rooms are air-conditioned and include safes, desks, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi, though mini-fridges aren't standard. Bathrooms are stocked with hairdryers and a few individual toiletries. Rooms are fairly well-insulated against exterior noise, but light sleepers may still prefer a quieter courtyard-facing room. 

Like most mid-range Paris properties, Midnight Hotel has limited extra on-site features. Common spaces include a small but stylish lobby with a reading nook, a charming wood-floored breakfast room with mural walls, and a tiny but nicely maintained second-story courtyard patio with outdoor seating. There's no full-service restaurant, bar, or gym. A good breakfast is available daily, with hot and cold options like fresh-baked bread, cereal, and scrambled eggs. Breakfast costs an extra fee, but many guests find it reasonably priced. Room service just for breakfast is also available. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and staff can call a taxi, offer ticket assistance, or provide luggage storage. There's a computer station and free Wi-Fi, and pets are allowed for an extra fee.