Relais Du Louvre

Paris

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Axel’s take

It's a strong sightseeing base if personal service matters more than extensive facilities.

Choose it for
Louvre proximity, attentive staff and family-friendly connecting rooms.
Skip it if
You need accessible accommodation, generous entry-level rooms or a restaurant.
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Axel’s rating: 8.9/10 · A small, traditional 4-star boutique hotel beside the Louvre

Relais du Louvre is a 21-room, traditional 4-star boutique hotel whose strongest amenities are its staff and address. It suits travelers who spend their days in museums and want a personal welcome rather than a grand lobby. Booking.com, Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful service, comfortable beds and cleanliness; the quieter side-street setting is another consistent strength.

The trade-off is scale. Classic doubles are listed at 18 square meters, and compact rooms recur in guest feedback. Larger categories and connecting rooms make it more useful for families than its small frontage suggests. Breakfast comes to your room, not a dining room, and there is no restaurant. We'd choose it for attentive hospitality and central sightseeing, not extensive facilities; the hotel explicitly says it is unsuitable for reduced-mobility stays.

Rooms
Classic doubles measure 18 square meters; superior/triple rooms measure 26. Connecting configurations accommodate 4 or 5 people. Rooms face the church and Louvre or an interior courtyard.
Cleanliness
A clear strength: Booking.com lists cleanliness at 9.1/10 and Expedia at 9.6/10, supported by positive guest accounts.
Service
Practical, personal help is the strongest cross-site pattern, including restaurant arrangements, directions and taxis.
Amenities
Air conditioning, free fiber Wi-Fi, an elevator, minibars and safes provide useful bedroom comforts rather than resort-style facilities.
Fees and surprises
Tourist tax is €8.45 per adult per night. Breakfast is €16 per person unless included; secure parking is €33 per day, with only 2 reservable spaces.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

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The location

19 rue Pretres-ST-Germain-l'Auxerrois, Paris

The door opens onto rue des Prêtres-Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, facing the church's right flank rather than a busy shopping boulevard. The Seine is a block away. The Louvre is 2 minutes on foot, though reaching the museum isn't the same as clearing its entrance; Sainte-Chapelle is 10 minutes on foot.

What guests say

  • 4.6/5268 reviews

Amenities

Air conditioning, free fiber Wi-Fi, an elevator, minibars and safes provide useful bedroom comforts rather than resort-style facilities.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast
  • Smoke-free property
  • Front desk
  • Kid-friendly
  • Airport shuttle

Good to know

Tourist tax
€8.45 per adult aged 18 or older, per night, additional to the room rate.
Breakfast
€16 per person unless included in the booked rate. Served only in your room.
Parking
€33 per day. Only 2 secure spaces; advance reservation is required.
Arrival and departure
Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 12:00. Reception operates 24 hours.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the rooms, but the hotel states it is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Small dogs
Small dogs are accepted free of charge.

Checked Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Guest reviews and travel times · Hotel supplier catalog.

Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Airport shuttle (one way): €65
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Relais Du Louvre — Paris, France

Relais Du Louvre is a small, traditional 4-star boutique hotel beside the Louvre in Paris, France.

Address: 19 rue Pretres-ST-Germain-l'Auxerrois, Paris. Property ID: 1439479.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/paris/relais-du-louvre-1439479

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About Relais Du Louvre

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 4-star hotel
  • 19 rue Pretres-ST-Germain-l'Auxerrois, Paris
  • City page: Hotels in Paris

Axel's take: 8.9/10

It's a strong sightseeing base if personal service matters more than extensive facilities.

  • Choose it for: Louvre proximity, attentive staff and family-friendly connecting rooms.
  • Skip it if: You need accessible accommodation, generous entry-level rooms or a restaurant.

Axel's opinion of Relais Du Louvre, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

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  • Beds: full double bed

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  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)

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  • Beds: full double bed

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Location

An excellent base for Louvre days and sightseeing on both banks.

  • The block: The door opens onto rue des Prêtres-Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, facing the church's right flank rather than a busy shopping boulevard. The Seine is a block away. The Louvre is 2 minutes on foot, though reaching the museum isn't the same as clearing its entrance; Sainte-Chapelle is 10 minutes on foot.
  • Getting around: Walk for central sightseeing; use Louvre-Rivoli on line 1 or Pont-Neuf on line 7 for longer hops. Châtelet-les-Halles connects with the RER B for Charles de Gaulle and line 14 for Orly. The Eiffel Tower is a transit trip rather than a sensible extension of a Louvre stroll: 26 minutes by transit.
  • After dark: Guests describe the side street as quiet at night despite the central address. It's better suited to returning for sleep than finding a bar scene immediately outside; reception is staffed around the clock.

Location and comparisons: Reviewed Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia.

Best areas in Paris for travelers without a car

  • Louvre & Les Halles: 9.8/10 for travelers without a car. The highest access score combines central sightseeing walks with direct RER B to CDG and Métro 14 to Orly.
  • Latin Quarter: 9.2/10 for travelers without a car. Direct CDG rail, nearby métro lines and walks to Notre-Dame and Luxembourg Gardens make a straightforward car-free stay.
  • Saint-Germain-des-Prés: 9.2/10 for travelers without a car. River and garden walks cover plenty locally; Métro 4 and 10 help farther afield, with CDG rail useful toward eastern streets.
  • Opéra & Grands Boulevards: 9.0/10 for travelers without a car. Several métro lines, RER A and walkable shopping make getting around practical, though the river is not on your doorstep.
  • Le Marais: 8.6/10 for travelers without a car. Old streets, museums and evening options reward walking, while different métro lines serve different parts; airport journeys require a connection.
  • Gare du Nord & Canal Saint-Martin: 8.5/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Champs-Élysées & Golden Triangle: 8.4/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Montparnasse: 8.2/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Bastille & République: 8.0/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Montmartre & Pigalle: 7.8/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Eiffel Tower & Invalides: 7.7/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Arc de Triomphe & Porte Maillot: 7.4/10 for travelers without a car. Where to stay in Paris for travelers without a car

Hotels around Relais Du Louvre

  • Hotel Britannique (Châtelet, near the Right Bank riverfront). Britannique wins when: A welcoming, traditional 3-star base when Châtelet is the more useful anchor for your itinerary. Keep Relais Du Louvre when: Keep Relais du Louvre for its quieter side-street setting and larger room categories; Britannique also has compact rooms, a tiny lift and front-facing street noise.
  • Citadines Saint-Germain-des-Prés Paris (Left Bank riverfront near Pont Neuf). Citadines Saint-Germain wins when: Kitchen-equipped apartments for family meals, longer stays and greater independence. Keep Relais Du Louvre when: Keep Relais du Louvre for a small hotel's personal service. Citadines trades that format for apartment practicality, with variable room condition and extra charges for daily cleaning.

Alternatives for the same trip

  • Elysees Union Hotel (Arc de Triomphe & Porte Maillot). Elysées Union wins when: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments with kitchens when family space and western Paris matter most. Keep Relais Du Louvre when: Relais du Louvre is the stronger anchor for museum-heavy central sightseeing, with connecting rooms for families who don't need a kitchen.
  • Hotel Des Arts Paris Montmartre (Montmartre & Pigalle). Hôtel des Arts Montmartre wins when: Proactive personal service and an Abbesses address when Montmartre wandering defines the trip. Keep Relais Du Louvre when: Relais du Louvre better suits a Louvre-and-Seine itinerary without Montmartre's hills; neither is a reduced-mobility solution.

Getting around from Relais Du Louvre

Travel times from Google's hotel listing; walking unless noted.

  • Gare d'Austerlitz: 14 min by taxi.
  • Gare de l'Est: 14 min by taxi.
  • Gare de Lyon: 15 min by taxi.
  • Gare du Nord: 22 min by taxi.
  • Paris Orly Airport: 32 min by transit.
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: 44 min by transit.
  • Louvre Museum: 2 min.
  • Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris: 17 min.
  • Musée d'Orsay: 16 min.
  • The Centre Pompidou: 17 min.
  • Jardin du Luxembourg: 19 min.
  • Sainte-Chapelle: 10 min.
  • Eiffel Tower: 26 min by transit.
  • Tuileries Garden: 17 min.
  • Palais Garnier: 10 min by transit.
  • Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre: 28 min by transit.
  • Arc de Triomphe: 16 min by transit.
  • Montmartre: 29 min by transit.

What guests say

  • Ratings: 4.6/5 (268 reviews).
  • Praised: Location (98% positive); Service (96% positive).
  • Complaints: Service (4% negative); Location (2% negative). 194 of 268 ratings are 5-star, with another 52 at 4-star. The aggregate feedback is particularly strong on service and location.

Good to know

  • Tourist tax: €8.45 per adult aged 18 or older, per night, additional to the room rate.
  • Breakfast: €16 per person unless included in the booked rate. Served only in your room.
  • Parking: €33 per day. Only 2 secure spaces; advance reservation is required.
  • Arrival and departure: Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 12:00. Reception operates 24 hours.
  • Accessibility: An elevator serves the rooms, but the hotel states it is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
  • Small dogs: Small dogs are accepted free of charge.

Facts checked Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Guest reviews and travel times · Hotel supplier catalog.

Rooms, amenities and policies

  • Rooms: Classic doubles measure 18 square meters; superior/triple rooms measure 26. Connecting configurations accommodate 4 or 5 people. Rooms face the church and Louvre or an interior courtyard.
  • Cleanliness: A clear strength: Booking.com lists cleanliness at 9.1/10 and Expedia at 9.6/10, supported by positive guest accounts.
  • Service: Practical, personal help is the strongest cross-site pattern, including restaurant arrangements, directions and taxis.
  • Amenities: Air conditioning, free fiber Wi-Fi, an elevator, minibars and safes provide useful bedroom comforts rather than resort-style facilities.
  • Fees and surprises: Tourist tax is €8.45 per adult per night. Breakfast is €16 per person unless included; secure parking is €33 per day, with only 2 reservable spaces.
  • Hotel policies: Airport shuttle (one way): €65

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