Hotel Orphee - Orso Hotels, Paris

Hotel Orphee - Orso Hotels - An Art Deco boutique hotel with private balconies in historic 5th arrondissement

Located in the scholarly 5th arrondissement, this 3-star Paris hotel sits 2624.7 ft from the Museum of Natural History. Hotel Orphee features 44 soundproofed rooms decorated with Art Deco carpets, geometric headboards, and suspended bedside lighting. Each accommodation includes air conditioning, laptop-friendly workspaces, LCD TVs with satellite channels, and free Wi-Fi. Most rooms open to private balconies overlooking Parisian rooftops. Bathrooms offer rain showers or bathtubs with complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. The property houses a dedicated breakfast space with a wooden coffered counter enhanced by red ceramics. Orso Hotels' guests can access eight restaurants within 984.3 ft, including L'Escale 40, U Mulinu, and Declic Cafe. The location places visitors near the Sorbonne University, student cafes, and the Jardin des Plantes. Key landmarks within 2 miles include Notre-Dame Cathedral, Saint-Sulpice, and the Louvre Museum.

Pros

Interior features exotic Okoumé wood and carefully selected artisanal furnishings

Mediterranean-inspired design with brick, terracotta, and khaki color scheme

Direct access to RER B train line

Walking distance to the Great Mosque of Paris

Cons

3.5 miles from the Eiffel Tower

Some rooms face the courtyard rather than offering city views