Where to Stay in the Marais

My wife and I exploring the Marais.

• Best Hotels in the Marais and Beaubourg Quartier
  Le Pavillon de la Reine • Hotel phone: +33 1 40 29 19 19
  Hôtel de JoBo • Hotel phone: +33 1 48 04 70 48
  La Chambre du Marais • Hotel phone: +33 1 44 78 08 00
  Roi de Sicile – Rivoli • Hotel phone: +33 1 87 44 20 96
  Caron de Beaumarchais • Hotel phone: +33 1 42 72 34 12
• Best Value/Midrange Hotels
  Hôtel Emile • Hotel phone: +33 1 42 72 76 17
  Jules & Jim • Hotel phone: +33 1 44 54 13 13
  Oh la la! • Hotel phone: +33 1 88 33 55 11
  D’win • Hotel phone: +33 1 44 54 05 05
  Hôtel Marais Bastille • Hotel phone: +33 1 48 05 75 00
  Jeanne d’Arc le Marais • Hotel phone: +33 1 48 87 62 11
  Hôtel De Neuve • Hotel phone: +33 1 44 59 28 50

Why Stay in Le Marais: Historic, Trendy, & Quintessentially Parisian

Le Marais is, for many, the perfect Parisian neighborhood. It’s a captivating maze of medieval streets that survived the city’s 19th-century modernization, leaving a district full of historic character. Today, those streets are lined with grand aristocratic mansions (hôtels particuliers), the city’s best independent boutiques, contemporary art galleries, and a fantastic concentration of restaurants and bars. The neighborhood is a vibrant mix of cultures, home to the historic Jewish Quarter, a lively LGBTQ+ scene, and the magnificent Place des Vosges. I highly recommend it for shoppers, foodies, history buffs, and anyone who wants a super central, incredibly charming, and energetic base.

Place des Vosges in the Marais.

Best Things to Do in Le Marais

• Relax in the Place des Vosges: Arguably the most beautiful green space in Paris. It’s a perfect square of red-brick townhouses with arcaded walkways, surrounding a lovely central park. It’s a fantastic spot for a picnic or a coffee.
• Visit the Picasso Museum: Explore the world’s largest collection of Pablo Picasso’s work, housed in the magnificent Hôtel Salé, a 17th-century private mansion.
• Explore the Jewish Quarter (Pletzl): Walk down the bustling Rue des Rosiers, the heart of the historic Jewish quarter. The street is famous for its delicious falafel stands, Jewish bakeries, and Yiddish history.
• Go Shopping: This is one of the best shopping areas in Paris. The main arteries of Rue des Francs-Bourgeois and Rue Vieille du Temple are lined with excellent boutiques and concept stores. A huge plus: most shops in Le Marais are open on Sundays, which is rare in Paris.
• Discover Paris History: Visit the Carnavalet Museum, the official Museum of the History of Paris, which is housed in two stunning historic mansions. You can also visit the former home of Victor Hugo at the Maison de Victor Hugo on the Place des Vosges.
• See Modern Art at the Pompidou Centre: On the western edge of the neighborhood is this iconic “inside-out” building, home to Europe’s largest collection of modern and contemporary art.

Best Hotels in Le Marais

Le Marais is the heart of Paris’s boutique hotel scene, with many stylish and unique properties housed in historic buildings.

Our room at the Hôtel de JoBo in the Marais.

Luxury & High-End Boutique
• Le Pavillon de la Reine: The best luxury hotel in the neighborhood. A truly special and discreet hotel hidden away in its own private courtyard, directly off the Place des Vosges.
• Cour des Vosges: An exceptional 5-star hotel offering rooms and suites with direct, stunning views over the Place des Vosges.
• Hôtel de JoBo: A fun, chic, and opulent hotel with a theme inspired by Joséphine Bonaparte (JoBo), featuring rich fabrics and bold designs.
• La Chambre du Marais: A stylish and intimate hotel with beautifully decorated rooms and impeccable, personal service.
• Caron de Beaumarchais: A charming and romantic hotel filled with 18th-century antiques, like stepping back in time.

Charming Mid-Range
• Roi de Sicile – Rivoli: A stylish and modern apartment-hotel offering spacious suites with kitchenettes, perfect for longer stays.
• Jules & Jim: A contemporary hotel with a minimalist design and a quiet, artistic vibe, located in the trendy Haut Marais.
• Hôtel Emile: A well-designed boutique hotel with bold, graphic decor, located in a very central and lively spot.
• Jeanne d’Arc le Marais: A charming and highly-rated hotel on a quiet street near the Place des Vosges, offering great value.

Best Value
• Oh la la!: A fun and unique concept hotel with compact rooms located directly above a bustling cocktail bar, right near Place de la Bastille.
• Hôtel De Neuve: A comfortable and reliable hotel with a great location for exploring both Le Marais and the Bastille area.
• D’win: A simple, modern, and affordable hotel tucked away on a quiet street in the heart of the neighborhood.

Best Hostel
• MIJE Marais: The best hostel in Paris, offering budget accommodation in three magnificent and historic 17th-century mansions.

The Hotel de Ville metro station (on lines 1 and 11) in the Marais.

Getting Around

• Walking: Along with Saint-Germain this is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Paris. You can spend days exploring its streets and can easily walk to Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the Latin Quarter.
• Metro: The area is very well-served by the Metro, with three key stations making it an excellent and convenient base. On the western edge, Hôtel de Ville, next to the famous BHV department store and the city hall, is a major hub on Lines 1 and 11. In the historic heart of the district, Saint-Paul is perfect for reaching the Place des Vosges and the Jewish Quarter on Rue des Rosiers. To the north, Rambuteau on Line 11 is the gateway to the trendy Haut Marais (Upper Marais) and the closest station to the Pompidou Centre. Both Hôtel de Ville and Saint-Paul are on Line 1, which is the best line for tourists, directly connecting the Louvre, Tuileries Garden, Champs-Élysées, and Arc de Triomphe.