Now that Notre Dame Cathedral has reopened to visitors, choosing a nearby hotel for your Paris stay makes visiting easy, plus this location puts you in the heart of the city where you'll be close to lots of other important attractions and appealing neighborhoods.
Notre Dame's location on historical Île de la Cité, the small island in the Seine River where an ancient Celtic tribe called the Parisii created a small settlement almost 2,300 years ago, is considered the "heart" of today's City of Paris.
When you choose to stay near Notre Dame for your visit, you'll also be close to two other medieval masterpieces: Sainte-Chapelle, known for its soaring stained glass windows, and the haunting Conciergerie where Marie Antoinette spent her last days.
Although Île de la Cité offers no hotels aside from a small guesthouse or two, you can choose from plenty of wonderful places to stay in three nearby neighborhoods: Île Saint-Louis across a narrow river channel, the Latin Quarter on the Left Bank, and the Marais on the Right Bank.
My hotel recommendations in these three popular neighborhood include several properties with wonderful views of the famous cathedral, as well as others with balconies or a rooftop terrace. All are near the river - perfect for evening strolls as you enjoy the softly lighted monuments.
I've stayed in all three of these neighborhoods numerous times in the past, including during my very first visit to Paris, and I love all of them. I'm sure you will too!
Pro Tip: Before your visit to Notre Dame, be sure to make a free advance timed-entry reservation so that you don't have to stand in the long and slow-moving "no ticket" line.
In this article:
- Hotels near Notre Dame Cathedral on Ile Saint Louis
- Hotels near Notre Dame Cathedral in the Marais
- Hotels near Notre Dame Cathedral in the Latin Quarter
- More Suggestions about Where to Stay near Notre Dame
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Hotels near Notre Dame Cathedral on Île Saint Louis
A stay on Île Saint-Louis, a tiny Seine River island next to the slightly one where Notre Dame Cathedral majestically presides, gives you a truly special and unique experience.
Mostly residential, the island features wonderful bistros and specialty shops on the ground level of the island's elegant 17th century townhouses, plus charming boutique hotels.
Walking at a normal pace, you could easily be at the Cathedral in less than five minutes. I've never managed to achieve this, as there's just so much to look at and enjoy along the way.
My Tip: If you want the experience of staying on Île Saint-Louis, book as far ahead as possible as the small boutique hotels and apartments book up fast.
Hôtel des Deux-Îles ★★★
59 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île, 4th arrondissement
Located on Île Saint-Louis just 5 minutes by foot from Notre Dame, 3-star Hôtel des Deux-Îles is surrounded by tantalizing food shops, wonderful bistros, and fashion boutiques. Although the guestrooms don't offer a Notre Dame view, you're only a quick walk away from the famous cathedral.
The hotel's 17 guestrooms feature charming, restful decor and let you experience, if only for a few days, life in an elegant 17th century townhouse. But don't worry - the luxurious, spacious bathrooms are definitely 21st century!
I've stayed here a few times as a solo traveler and with one of my daughters, and love the cocoon-like ambiance. Guestrooms are small, but beautifully designed.
You'll find plenty to explore (and buy) on this special island in the middle of the Seine - and be sure to sample the intensely-flavored ice cream at Berthillon around the corner on Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île. You'll also appreciate how this central location puts you close to multiple other attractions and Métro stops on both banks of the Seine.
Hôtel Saint-Louis en l'Île ★★★
75 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île, 4th arrondissement
The 3-star Hôtel Saint-Louis en l'Île is only about 300 yards - the length of an American football field - or a 4-minute walk from Notre Dame, making it the closest of all the Île Saint-Louis hotels.
With only 20 guestrooms on the hotel's 5 floors, you'll feel like you are in a private home, tastefully decorated with a few satiny old beams and terra cotta tiles to remind you of its 17th century origins. You'll love the personalized service, including the hotel's own airport transport and car service (extra fee).
When you're not exploring all of the nearby attractions, there's lots to enjoy on the island - relax over a leisurely lunch at an outdoor table at a nearby restaurant, stroll along the Seine, and enjoy the street performers on the Pont Saint-Louis bridge.
Hotels near Notre Dame Cathedral in the Marais
The charming Marais neighborhood on Paris's Right Bank is famous for escaping Napoleon III's modernization efforts in the 1860s, thanks to having swampy ground and decaying buildings.
That's why today, with its drainage issues resolved and beautifully renovated medieval buildings and 17th century private mansions, the Marais is where you can still feel the vibes from earlier times, despite the neighborhood's vibrant cafes, nightlife, and shopping scene.
The Marais' location across the Seine from Île de la Cité means its also just a short walk from Notre Dame Cathedral, and its many gorgeous boutique hotels give you plenty of choices for places to stay.
Le Grand Mazarin ★★★★★
17 Rue de la Verrerie, 4th arrondissement
Le Grand Mazarin offers a sumptuous 5-star haven on a quiet lane just a few steps from one of the Marais' buzziest spots near the BHV/Marais luxury department store, chic cafes, hidden parks, and specialty museums including the gorgeous Azzedine Alaïa Gallery, one of my own favorite hidden gems in this neighborhood.
A scenic 10-minute walk brings you to Notre Dame Cathedral.
Le Grand Mazarin's 47 guestrooms and 14 suites feature gorgeous decor in tones of pale jade, mango, and persimmon with a French-classicism-meets-Art-Deco kind of vibe. Stunning Aubusson-style tapestries create romantic canopies over the beds.
Several rooms and suites can be connected to accommodate up to 10 people - ideal if you're traveling with a large family or group.
Amenities include a swimming pool, spa, and well-equipped fitness room, and an onsite bar and restaurant, although this area is packed with plenty of places to eat.
Hôtel 9Confidentiel Paris ★★★★
58 Rue du Roi de Sicile, 4th arrondissement
Philippe Starck's Deco design for Hôtel 9Confidentiel's 26 guest rooms and 3 luxurious suites evokes a 1920s moderne vibe at this popular 4-star boutique hotel the Marais.
During a recent 5-night stay with my husband, we loved the super-comfy bed and tranquil gold and cream decor in our guestroom, nicely balanced by the expansive mirrors that fill the space with reflected light.
There's also a lot to love about the hotel's location. A wonderful boulangerie, a bagel shop, small cafes, and lots of trees line a small plaza at the corner. You'll quickly discover a too-tempting shop filled with macarons and chocolate next door.
You can easily walk (about 10 minutes) to Notre Dame Cathedral on Île de la Cité, as well as nearby jazz clubs along Rue des Lombards.
For delicious gelato, just pop across the street to Pozetto's. Rue des Rosiers, where you can indulge in arguably the city's best falafel and browse English-language books at Smith & Sons Marais, is less than 5 minutes away on foot.
Hotel de JoBo ("Josephine Bonaparte") ★★★★
10 Rue d'Ormesson, 4th Arrondissement
The 24 guest rooms and suites of 4-star independently-owned Hotel de JoBo feature luxurious linens and sumptuous, jewel-box decor laced with tributes to Josephine de Bonaparte, first wife of Napoleon I and for over four years, the Empress of France. Floral touches pay tribute to Josephine's love of gardens.
Located close to Place des Vosges and surrounded by bistros and boutiques, JoBo specializes in delivering personalized service by its gracious staff. During my own recent stay here, I especially enjoyed a conversation with one of the owners who shared his own "Paris Local" favorite things to do and see.
A small but charming courtyard welcomes you to the hotel. Inside, you'll discover a relaxing vibe where you can unwind during your Paris visit. The gorgeous breakfast room/tea room/bar offers cocktails and wine during the evening.
The hotel's location on a tiny pedestrian-only street puts you within easy walking distance of the most charming parts of the Marais neighborhood, and Notre Dame Cathedral is about 12 minutes on foot (assuming you don't get distracted by all the interesting things to see along the way).
Pro Tip: Take a Paris taxi to/from the hotel rather than a shared ride service such as an Uber because only taxis are allowed on many of the narrow pedestrian-friendly streets in this area. Bonus: Taxis are also usually cheaper in this neighborhood because they can take more direct routes.
Pro Tip 2: Because of Hotel JoBo's popularity, you should book as far in advance as possible, especially if you hope to find availability for a longer stay of 3 nights or more or if you want one of the larger rooms.
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Hotels near Notre Dame Cathedral in the Latin Quarter
On Paris's Left Bank of the Seine River, the Latin Quarter also offers many hotels near Notre Dame Cathedral.
Known for its many students, universities, and intellectual life since the middle ages, the lively Latin Quarter has become a favorite of many English-speaking and other visitors in recent years.
In addition to the its easy access to Notre Dame, you'll love its mix of budget-friendly cafes, food streets and markets, museums, jazz clubs, and its two magnificent parks, Jardin du Luxembourg and Jardin des Plantes.
Like the Marais, the Latin Quarter escaped Napoleon's wrecking ball, so you can also see vestiges of its medieval past and even, in a few spots, its own small vestiges of Philippe Auguste's wall. It even boasts a hidden Roman arena from earlier times.
Hôtel Pilgrim ★★★★
11 Rue de Poissy, 5th arrondissement
Hôtel Pilgrim occupies a quiet location near the Seine River - the perfect spot for evening strolls, and just two blocks from Pont de l'Archeveche, the Seine's narrowest bridge.
When my husband and I enjoyed a recent stay here, we splurged on a room with a balcony where we enjoyed tea and late-fall sunshine every afternoon - the perfect cure for trans-Atlantic jet lag.
Stroll across the Archeveche bridge, and you'll be at the back of Notre Dame Cathedral. Admire the flying buttresses, walk around and gaze up at the soaring almost-twin towers in front, and then go inside to soak up the magnificence of this medieval treasure.
In addition to 53 guestrooms and suites, a fitness room, pool, spa, and onsite bar, Hôtel Pilgrim offers one of the city's most coveted amenities: a rooftop terrace with sweeping panoramic views of the city, including the dome of the nearby Pantheon and, from another direction, you'll even spot the Eiffel Tower.
You're also close to the Jardin des Plantes, an old Roman area, the exquisite collections in the Institute de Monde Arab, and the rest of the Latin Quarter.
And across the street from the hotel, you'll find one of Paris's lesser-known Medieval gems: the College Bernadins, where you can go inside (free admission), admire the soaring 13th century architecture, and enjoy a coffee at the onsite cafe.
Just beyond Notre Dame Cathedral on Ile de la Cité are two other Medieval masterpieces, Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie. In a different direction, you can explore Ile Saint-Louise where charming boutiques and bistros line the main street, and then cross a bridge to reach the fascinating Marais neighborhood.
Hôtel Le Notre Dame Saint Michel ★★★
1 Rue Quai Saint Michel, 5th arrondissement
With a wonderful location in a 400-year-old building overlooking the Seine River almost directly across from Notre Dame, 3-star Hôtel le Notre Dame Saint Michel gives you superb unobstructed (except by trees) views of the famous Cathedral from the breakfast room and street-facing guestrooms.
The hotel's 59 guestrooms feature slightly quirky wall coverings and carpeting along with large medieval-themed murals. Numerous nearby top attractions, including Sainte Chapelle, are close by.
A brasserie occupies the building's ground level, and the hotel is on the floors above. When you enter the hotel through a street-level door, you'll see a flight of stairs in front of you. You should note that you will need to carry your bags up to the first floor (in France, the street level floor is considered level 0), where the reception area and breakfast room are located. From this level, you can ride in a small elevator up to the higher floors.
Hôtel Parc Saint-Séverin ★★★★
22 Rue de la Parcheminerie, 5th arrondissement
The charming 4-star Hôtel Parc Saint-Séverin overlooks a quiet pedestrian-only street behind Église Saint-Séverin in Paris's Latin Quarter.
The hotel's 27 rooms are decorated in calm neutral shades with pops of jewel-like colors and many luxury touches. You'll find that the hotel's smaller rooms are a bargain for this location, while larger ones offer balconies with wonderful Paris rooftop and skyline views.
You can easily reach both Notre Dame and Sainte-Chapelle in about 5 minutes on foot, but be sure to also take time to explore this neighborhood's gems - the medieval tapestries and Roman baths at Cluny Museum, the English-language bookstore and café at Shakespeare & Company, and if you're here in December, the wonderful Christmas market held each year at Square René Viviani, directly across the Seine from Notre Dame.
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Hôtel Henri IV ★★★
9 Rue Saint-Jacques, 5th arrondissement
Located next to 13th century Église Saint Séverin in the Latin Quarter, the 3-star boutique Hôtel Henri IV - Rive Gauche is only about a 3-minute walk from Notre Dame Cathedral.
With only 23 guestrooms in the stately 17th century townhouse, you'll feel at home among the antique furniture, warm woodwork, tapestries, and vintage tiles - but you'll also enjoy the luxuriously modern bathrooms, comfortable beds, and air conditioning.
For a special treat, request a room with a balcony overlooking neighborhood rooftops. And don't miss the small guests-only private rooftop terrace!
The hotel's location means you're close to all the top Latin Quarter attractions in addition to Notre Dame and Île de la Cité. Be sure to take some time to explore beautiful Saint Séverin Church next door.
Albe Hôtel Saint-Michel ★★★
1 Rue de la Harpe, 5th arrondissement
Chic modern furnishings and a location on a side street just one short block away from the Seine River make the 3-star Albe Hôtel Saint-Michel a comfortable haven and gateway to the lively Latin Quarter.
The hotel's location just steps away from the Saint Michel Métro/RER station gives you great convenience if you're traveling by train from Charles de Gaulle Airport or Gare de Nord.
Each of the Albe Hotel's 43 guestrooms and suites is decorated with a unique theme, with a Scandinavian influence in the clean design and splashes of color against monochromes. Plenty of triples make this hotel a great choice for small families and friend groups.
You'll have easy access to Notre Dame and other Île de la Cité attractions, as well as to all the wonderful Latin Quarter bistros, galleries, and boutiques.
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More about Where to Stay near Notre Dame Cathedral
Although these hotels in the 1st arrondissement aren't quite as close to Notre Dame, they're a short walk to Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie on the western end of Ile de la Cité. From there, you can easily walk to Notre Dame in about 10 minutes.
Hôtel Crayon ★★★
The 3-star Hôtel Crayon, a colorful and popular hotel in Paris's 1st arrondissement, exudes bohemian chic from its convenient location on a quiet side street between Palais Royal and Les Halles.
The Crayon's artist-owner scoured Paris antique shops and flea markets to furnish the 26 rooms, and created eye-popping original art and designs with a nod to 1960s-era "color block" pop artists to weave it all together.
Although the decor may not be for everyone, if you love its charming colors and eclectic style, this hotel will make you smile.
You'll be within easy reach of top nearby attractions such as the Louvre, Palais Royal, and Sainte Chapelle - but take some time to explore the immediate neighborhood as well.
This quiet corner of the 1st arrondissement is home to several excellent small wine bars, bistros, and boutiques.
Galerie Véro Dodat, one of Paris's famous 19th century covered shopping arcades, is only a block away.
Hotel Madame Rêve ★★★★★
48 Rue du Louvre, 1st arrondissement
Even if the 5-star Hotel Madame Rêve weren't close to Notre Dame Cathedral - which it is - you'd still want it on your "best place to stay in Paris" bucket list because of its exceptional views, breath-taking public spaces, 82 luxurious guestrooms and suites, excellent service, and rooftop garden terrace.
Whether you're visiting Paris for a romantic weekend, treating yourself to a solo get-away with lots of quality time in the onsite spa, or staying with your family in one of the suites that sleep four, you'll find a lot to love here.
Once you step outside the hotel, you'll quickly appreciate Madame Rêve's superb location. Île de la Cité, home to Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie in addition to Notre Dame Cathedral, is a 2-minute walk across the Pont Neuf bridge. The Louvre, Tuileries Garden, Saint-Eustache Church, and the Pinault Collection are also nearby.
Pro tip: Almost all guestrooms and suites feature wonderful balconies and terraces - be sure to request one!
Maison Albar Hôtel Paris Céline ★★★★★
23-25 Rue du Pont Neuf, 1st Arrondissement
If you love modern Parisian design and decor, take a look at the new 5-star Maison Albar Hotel Paris Céline located at the former site of the Céline fashion house in the Les Halles neighborhood and a 2-minute walk from the La Samaritaine luxury department store,.
The Louvre, Seine River, Palais Royal gardens, Les Halles shopping complex, Picasso Museum, and Rue des Lombards jazz clubs are all within an easy 5-10 minute walk from the hotel.
With 60 rooms and guestrooms, Maison Albar Céline Hotel combines luxury materials such as velvet, leather, brass, beautifully-grained wood, and satin with modern furnishings to create a serene cocoon of understated elegance. At the end of a busy day in Paris, you'll especially appreciate the luxurious spa and indoor pool, onsite restaurant, and well-equipped fitness room.
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