Grand Hotel De L'Univers Saint-Germain – A Favorite for Families in Paris
About the Hotel
Historic Building Details
The Grand Hôtel de l'Univers occupies a 15th-century building that once belonged to the Clergy, featuring original ceiling beams and a 14th-century stone-vaulted breakfast cellar. Each of the 33 air-conditioned rooms includes a minibar, satellite TV, and private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Room themes include 'Mozart', 'Jungle', and 'Rooftops of Paris', with sizes ranging from 12m² to 24m² and bed configurations from twin 90x190cm to double 160x200cm.
Breakfast in Cellar
A buffet breakfast is served daily from 07:00 to 11:00 in the 14th-century wine cellar beneath 500-year-old stone vaults. The spread includes fresh fruits, cheeses, cold meats, eggs, cereals, viennoiseries, and breads from Thévenin bakery on Rue de Buci.
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Location
The hotel sits between Odeon and Mabillon metro stations (both 225 meters away, serving Lines 4 and 10). It's a 6-minute walk to Luxembourg Garden and Odéon Theatre, and a 15-minute walk to Notre-Dame Cathedral. Saint-Germain-des-Prés church, Café de Flore, and Les Deux Magots are steps away.
Concierge and Services
The 24-hour reception provides concierge services for booking shows, taxis, excursions, restaurant reservations, and airport transfers. Additional amenities include free WiFi throughout the property, a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, complimentary newspapers, and a lounge bar with exposed stone walls.
Paris City Center Access
Located in Paris City Center, the hotel provides walkable access to the Louvre Museum (1.5 km), Seine River (1 km), and Sainte-Chapelle. Orly Airport is 14 km away, accessible via airport shuttle service available through the hotel.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor