How is Duc de Saint Simon rated?

Duc de Saint Simon scores 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 4.6/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Duc de Saint Simon?

HotelShortlist analysed 203 guest reviews for Duc de Saint Simon to build this verified profile.

Is Duc de Saint Simon a 4-star hotel?

Yes — Duc de Saint Simon is a 4-star property in Paris.

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Paris

Duc de Saint Simon

Name: Duc de Saint Simon
Address: Paris

★★★★

9.0

Booking score

4.6

Google rating

202

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

≈2013

Built / renovated

Sade

Owner

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Newness ≈2013 ·Location 4.6

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Verdict

Is Duc de Saint Simon Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.0/10 Booking.com4.6/5 Google203 reviews read4-star

As of 25 September 2026, 203 guest reviews give Duc de Saint Simon 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 4.6/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptional location in Saint-Germain-des-Prés on a quiet residential street with convenient walking distance to major museums (Musée d'Orsay, Rodin, Louvre), iconic cafés, and the Seine. 87 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Duc de Saint Simon: Which Rooms to Avoid

Rooms are consistently tiny and cramped by any standard, not just by North American norms; some guests describe them as unsuitable for people of average European height. 6 reviews
Rigid customer service with inflexible policies; staff unwilling to offer any goodwill gestures (credits, vouchers, fee waivers) when guests face legitimate booking changes or requests. 2 reviews
Hotel lacks an elevator despite being advertised with one; guests placed in inaccessible tower sections with steep winding stairs causing pain for those with mobility issues.

Rooms to avoid

Annex tower section with winding stairs less desirable
Street-facing rooms in main building still quiet but garden-facing preferred

What guests praise

Duc de Saint Simon Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Duc de Saint Simon sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Exceptional location in Saint-Germain-des-Prés on a quiet residential street with convenient walking distance to major museums (Musée d'Orsay, Rodin, Louvre), iconic cafés, and the Seine. 87 reviews
Consistently praised as genuinely charming boutique hotel with authentic old-world Parisian elegance, romantic ambiance, and distinctive character that feels like stepping back in time. 72 reviews
Exceptionally friendly, professional, and genuinely accommodating staff who proactively help with restaurant recommendations, local tips, transportation, and special requests beyond standard service. 81 reviews

Room requests

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Room 27 praised for garden views and exceptional quiet
Rooms with courtyard/garden orientation generally quieter than street-facing

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Duc de Saint Simon

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What guests love

Exceptional location in Saint-Germain-des-Prés on a quiet residential street with convenient walking distance to major museums (Musée d'Orsay, Rodin, Louvre), iconic cafés, and the Seine. (87×)

Consistently praised as genuinely charming boutique hotel with authentic old-world Parisian elegance, romantic ambiance, and distinctive character that feels like stepping back in time. (72×)

Exceptionally friendly, professional, and genuinely accommodating staff who proactively help with restaurant recommendations, local tips, transportation, and special requests beyond standard service. (81×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Rooms are consistently tiny and cramped by any standard, not just by North American norms; some guests describe them as unsuitable for people of average European height. (6×)

Rigid customer service with inflexible policies; staff unwilling to offer any goodwill gestures (credits, vouchers, fee waivers) when guests face legitimate booking changes or requests. (2×)

Hotel lacks an elevator despite being advertised with one; guests placed in inaccessible tower sections with steep winding stairs causing pain for those with mobility issues. (1×)

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Parking note. Problematic — Marked parking mentioned as regular street parking that is frequently full; valet available but costly.

What guests report

View

Rooms overlooking gardens and courtyards preferred; some street-facing rooms available but gardens superior

Bed & mattress

Consistently praised as comfortable with high-quality linens and excellent pillows; one report of overly soft mattress

Bathroom & water

Good to excellent water pressure with modern fixtures; hot water requires some adjustment of sensitive dual knobs; shower head may not hang properly in some rooms

Breakfast

Good quality with fresh pastries and coffee; served in beautiful vaulted cellars; modest variety relative to price point; requires exploration of both cellar rooms to see full buffet

AC / heating

Generally reliable and effective; one critical failure during heat wave with no backup fan offered

Elevator

None — stairs only

Local knowledge

Request a room overlooking the gardens or courtyard for maximum tranquility; street-facing rooms are still quiet but gardens are preferable.

Book a superior room (18m² vs 12m² standard) or terrace room for significantly better comfort and space; the upgrade is worth it.

Explore both vaulted cellar breakfast areas completely; the buffet spans two connected rooms and you'll miss half if you don't venture into both.

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Room intel

Quiet rooms / wings

Room 27 praised for garden views and exceptional quiet
Rooms with courtyard/garden orientation generally quieter than street-facing

Noisy rooms to avoid

Annex tower section with winding stairs less desirable
Street-facing rooms in main building still quiet but garden-facing preferred

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 6% of reviews mention design

Sumptuously decorated with fabric wallpaper featuring classical Sicilian themes and gilded-framed gravures
Thoughtfully designed small spaces maximizing functionality without feeling cramped; medium brown wood cabinets with matching hangers
Vaulted cellar breakfast rooms described as magical, atmospheric, castle-like settings with artistic alcoves

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