Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France
Started in 1163 and finished in 1345, the gothic Notre Dame Cathedral is one of Paris' most famous landmarks and the setting for Victor Hugo's "Hunchback of Notre Dame." Built on an island on the Seine in one of the first populated areas in Paris, the Notre Dame Cathedral is a central point for visiting the historic attractions. Besides easy access to the Notre Dame, hotels in this area are a 15-minute walk along the Seine River to the Louvre, a 15-minute walk to the medieval Cluny museum, a 15-minute walk to the Luxembourg Gardens, and a short five-minute walk to the charming shops and historic cafes on Ile St. Louis.
Hotel Notre Dame Saint-Michel
Located directly in front of Notre Dame Cathedral and in the heart of the historic Latin Quarter, the three-star Hotel Notre Dame is one of the closest hotels to the church in Paris. Rooms are decorated in a neutral tones, with wood beamed ceilings and custom French murals on the wall, but what sets the hotel apart are the million dollar views overlooking the Cathedral, the Seine River and the rooftops of Paris. Wi-Fi is available as well as cribs, extra beds and air conditioning.
Hotel Notre Dame Saint-Michel
1 Quai Saint-Michel
Paris, France 75005
011 (+33) 1 43 54 20 43
www.hotelnotredameparis.com/home.htm
Hotel d' Albe
If you are looking for a hotel with a contemporary design and decor, within a five minute walk to the Notre Dame Cathedral , Hotel d'Albe is a good choice. Rooms are light and airy with white linens, bathrooms and upholstery. Glass and chrome furnishings are used as accent pieces. The hotel is a good choice for parties greater than two because it offers a triple room with a double and single bed, and a large junior suite with three beds. Wi-Fi, personal safes, and air conditioning is available. If you are planning to stay for more than three days, ask for the longer stay discount. For quick traveling around Paris and transfers from the airport, the Paris metro and RER station is located outside the door of the hotel.
Hotel d' Albe
1, rue de la Harpe
Paris, France, 75005
011 (+33) 1 46 34 09 70
www.parisalbehotel.com/index.html
Hotel de Notre Dame "Maitre Albert"
Located across the Seine in the Latin Quarter and behind the Notre Dame Cathedral, the three-star Hotel de Notre Dame "Maitre Albert" is on a quiet street a few scenic blocks from the cathedral and the shops and restaurants on Ile St. Louis. Decorated with antiques and in French country style, this hotel is an ideal place to rest and visualize that you are living in an elegant French residence. For relaxing, the hotel has a small exercise room and sauna. Each room is uniquely decorated, and some rooms have stone walls and wood beamed ceilings. Amenities include marble bathrooms, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, mini bars, and non smoking rooms.
Hotel de Notre Dame "Maitre Albert"
19 rue Maitre Albert
Paris, France 75005
011 (+33) 1 43 26 79 00
www.hotel-paris-notredame.com
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