A stylish Left Bank stay
Set on Rue de Vaugirard in Saint-Germain, Hotel des Grands Voyageurs gives you a brilliantly walkable base for seeing Paris with a little extra polish. Luxembourg Gardens are close by, Saint-Germain’s famous cafés and bookshop-lined streets are within easy reach, and Montparnasse brings galleries, theatres and transport links that make the rest of the city pleasingly easy to dip into. It’s the kind of location that lets you drift from museums and macarons to one more glass of something lovely without much effort at all.
Back at the hotel, the vibe is elegant, grown-up and full of character, with a design inspired by the golden age of travel. There’s a gym and sauna when your sightseeing legs need a kinder plan, plus private parking if you’re arriving by car, which in Paris feels almost suspiciously useful.
Food and drink are part of the fun here, too. The hotel’s restaurant brings a polished brasserie feel to breakfast, dinner and slower evenings, while Poppy, the speakeasy-style bar tucked below, adds cocktails and low-lit Paris energy once the sun goes down. Step outside and Saint-Germain does the rest, with plenty of cafés and restaurants nearby. This place is a smart shout for a Paris break with Left Bank flair, stylish dining and a postcode that does a lot of the heavy lifting. Check in, head out and let Saint-Germain do the showing off.
Facilities
Food & Drink
- Bar
- Breakfast room
Find out more about Saint Germain
Despite being in the centre of Paris, there’s something different about this particular neighbourhood. It’s long been known as the city’s rebellious district, refusing to conform to the norm. Perhaps that’s why it’s attracted so many creative types, from writer Oscar Wilde to composer Richard Wagner.
Almost like its own little village, Saint-Germain has a strong community feel. It’s a place where you can hang out at the nostalgic literary cafes that line the boulevard, soaking up the one-of-a-kind atmosphere. And when it’s finally time to leave, there are loads of attractions right on the doorstep.
The cafes and restaurants in Saint-Germain, Paris, are a big part of its cultural heritage. But step outside and you’ll find no shortage of things to see and do. From art museums and ancient abbeys, to prestigious universities and photo-worthy bridges across the Seine, you certainly won’t be bored.
And best of all, you’re right in the heart of all the action. Nestled between the medieval Latin Quarter – Paris’s historic hub – and Invalides with its famous golden dome, you’re near all the top attractions.