Choice Opera - Department Stores hotels in Paris, France

Perfectly located in a side street around 15 minutes walk from the large department stores and no more than 10 minutes from Gare Du Nord this hotel is great for exploring Paris. There is a metro round the corner but if you don't mind walking it is easy to get to various sights if you want to take a leisurely stroll. The hotel is extremely clean and while the room is small it had everything I needed and free wi-fi was also a bonus. The bathroom was also small but spotless and both the sink and shower had hot water within seconds. The reception staff were more than helpful and spoke extremely good English and were even able to lend me a phone charger for the duration of my stay. At nearly £200 for 2 nights room only that seems expensive but when you compare to other hotels in the area it is in fact extremely reasonable for Paris. Breakfast is 10 Euros extra but well worth it with a good and unlimited continental selection so you could certainly get your moneys worth. They also offer a room (for free) to leave luggage after you have checked out so you're not having to lug a bag around Paris if your trip home isn't until the evening. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

The Quality Hotel Axel Opera Paris (9 Arr) is located in a good area reasonably close (some 15 minutes walking distance) to Galleries Lafayette and other major stores. The Gard du Nord station is a 20 minute walk and the Louvre and Notre Dame some 50 minutes walking distance from the Hotel. Our 3rd floor room was a double with a queen size bed, which was extremely comfortable, and an excellent shower. The room looked out on to a small courtyard with very little noise, a perfect situation for us. A complimentary drink was offered on the day we checked in and complimentary buffet breakfast was also included for the duration of our stay. Free WiFi was also available in the room as well as 15 minutes free internet using a computer provided by the Hotel. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. The only slight negative concerned the hotel lift which was very small although adequate for 2 people with a small amount of luggage. That apart, our experience was a most enjoyable one and I would happily recommend the hotel to others.