Hotel Verneuil

Rooms

The 26 rooms are small but perfectly formed, with white-painted ceiling beams and quirky vintage lamps. Splashes of bold colour, recessed spotlights and abundant use of mirrors make them feel larger than their 12-23 sq.m.

The 6 Classic Rooms have the smallest price tag due to their compact size. Slightly more spacious are the Club Rooms (where we happily laid our heads), though the bathrooms are quite small. The Deluxe Rooms are the top choice for a little more space and comfort, and come with extra perks like Nespresso machines.

Most have double beds of the queensize variety. We loved 501, a Club Room which is located at the top of the house and feels totally Parisian (though note it's not great if you are tall). Room 100 is on the ground floor off the lounge and is the best option for those who cannot manage the stairs.

All rooms feature complimentary smartphones for your stay, and come with air-conditioning, WiFi and a TV, as well as a minibar and safe. Black and white tiled bathrooms feature L’Occitane toiletries and generally have showers only - there are a couple with bathtubs but you'll have to request this specifically if it's a key factor for you.

Features include:

• Minibar
• Safe box
• WiFi

Eating

Breakfast (additional charge) is laid out, buffet-style, in a stone-vaulted dining room. You get a good "continental plus" spread of cheese, fresh juice, fruit salad, yoghurts and cereals, as well as bread and croissants from Dominique Saibron. Bacon and eggs are available, and coffee and tea are brought to you at your table. Gluten-free options are also available, and you can order room service at no extra charge.

You'll need to eat out for all other meals. The nearest restaurant is Le Cinq Mars at 51 rue Verneuil, a lively bistro recommended by several guests. There's also a great Japanese restaurant nearby called Sous les Cerisieres, where you can enjoy some sake pairing. Or, for something very special, try L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon (Joel Robuchon is a bit of a gastronomic star in Paris); it serves modern tapas, but is expensive. Lots more local bistros offer good French food at reasonable prices.

Features include:

• Breakfast
• Restaurants nearby

Activities

• You’re on the Left Bank, so don’t miss St Germain des Prés, stamping ground of artists and intellectuals. You can follow the Boulevard St Germain into the heart of bohemian Paris and find the Les Deux Magots, where Sartre and co. used to sit and talk (you can eat here too).
  
• It’s not all austere intellectualism though; try the jazz cafés for some simple hedonism
  
• This being Paris, you can’t move for the culture; the Musée d’Orsay is around the corner, as is the Musée Maillol, which is very well-respected for its temporary exhibitions
  
• Walk the short distance to the Saint Chapelle. It's a stunning example of medieval Christian architecture, and has one of the most extensive collections of 13th-century stained glass in the world
  
• Stroll through the exquisite Jardin du Luxembourg and rent out the toy 1920s sail boats - they turn grown men into children!
  
• Get a local's perspective by pedalling your way round Paris using the Velib bike network; bike stations are everywhere, and there are plenty of cycle lanes

Activities on site or nearby include:

• Historical sites
• Nightlife
• Shopping / markets

Kids

Children are welcome. Only the Deluxe Rooms have space for an extra bed or a baby cot (and even then it might be a bit of a squeeze). It's also possible to book 2 interconnecting rooms (Club+Club or Club+Deluxe), which is probably the best option for families.

Best for:

Babies (0-1 years), Children (4-12 years), Teens (over 12)

Family friendly accommodation:

Cots Available, Extra Beds Available

For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection

Location

You are in the 7th arrondissement, 2 blocks from the Seine and 1 block from the Musée d'Orsay. The Louvre and Jardin des Tuileries are just across the Pont Royal.

By Air
Paris Charles de Gaulle (30km) is 45-60 minutes away, and Paris Orly (35km) is 30-45 minutes.

From the Airport
Jump on the RER - both airports are connected to the city on line B. Change at St Michel and alight at the Musée d'Orsay for the hotel.

By Train
The Eurostar whisks you from London (or Brussels) straight into the Gare du Nord. From here take the RER line B, and change at St Michel for the Musée d'Orsay stop.

Getting Around
There's an RER (express) station at the Musée d’Orsay, which is convenient for trips to Versailles. The nearest metro stations to the hotel are Saint Germain des Prés (line 4; direct access to Ile de la Cité and Chatelet les Halles) and Rue du Bac (line 12; direct access to Place de la Concorde and, further north, Montmartre). Buses (lines 27, 39, 63, 73, 95) give direct access to Gare du Nord and Gare de Lyon.

Detailed directions will be sent to you when you book through i-escape.