How is Hôtel des Académies et des Arts rated?

Hôtel des Académies et des Arts scores 9.6/10 on Booking.com and 4.6/5 on Google.

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HotelShortlist analysed 232 guest reviews for Hôtel des Académies et des Arts to build this verified profile.

Is Hôtel des Académies et des Arts a 4-star hotel?

Yes — Hôtel des Académies et des Arts is a 4-star property in Paris.

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Hôtel des Académies et des Arts

Name: Hôtel des Académies et des Arts
Address: Paris

★★★★

9.6

Booking score

4.6

Google rating

227

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

≈2011

Built / renovated

Highest floor guests reported

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Newness ≈2011 ·Location 4.6

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Verdict

Is Hôtel des Académies et des Arts Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.6/10 Booking.com4.6/5 Google232 reviews read4-star

As of 20 September 2026, 232 guest reviews give Hôtel des Académies et des Arts 9.6/10 on Booking.com and 4.6/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptionally warm, professional, and engaged staff who go above and beyond—frequently mentioned by name (Amenis, Lamine, Tarek, Asma) for arranging taxis, providing restaurant recommendations, escorting guests to pharmacies, and personalizing the experience 87 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Hôtel des Académies et des Arts: Which Rooms to Avoid

Double-charging at check-in with unresponsive customer service and refusal to resolve billing disputes directly, forcing guests to dispute with their own banks while transactions remain pending for weeks 2 reviews
Poor noise insulation between rooms with guests able to hear neighbors' conversations, snoring, alarms, and all movement crystal-clear through shared walls, compounded by early morning cleaner noise 3 reviews
Unresponsive maintenance for critical issues like non-functional hot water in showers—guests complained daily for three days with no action until the final night

Rooms to avoid

Rooms on lower floors (ground/1st floor) near interior courtyards with terraces experience guest noise from evening gatherings

What guests praise

Hôtel des Académies et des Arts Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Hôtel des Académies et des Arts sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Exceptionally warm, professional, and engaged staff who go above and beyond—frequently mentioned by name (Amenis, Lamine, Tarek, Asma) for arranging taxis, providing restaurant recommendations, escorting guests to pharmacies, and personalizing the experience 87 reviews
Prime location near Luxembourg Gardens, Métro Vavin (Line 4), and within walking distance to major Paris attractions (Louvre, Notre-Dame, Eiffel Tower, Latin Quarter) with abundant restaurants, cafes, and shops on the doorstep 78 reviews
Distinctive artistic and bohemian aesthetic throughout the hotel—hand-painted frescos on bedroom ceilings, works by renowned artists (references to Picasso, Cocteau, Modigliani, Foujita), and a collaborative art studio space where guests can contribute their own creative work 62 reviews

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Hôtel des Académies et des Arts

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What guests love

Exceptionally warm, professional, and engaged staff who go above and beyond—frequently mentioned by name (Amenis, Lamine, Tarek, Asma) for arranging taxis, providing restaurant recommendations, escorting guests to pharmacies, and personalizing the experience (87×)

Prime location near Luxembourg Gardens, Métro Vavin (Line 4), and within walking distance to major Paris attractions (Louvre, Notre-Dame, Eiffel Tower, Latin Quarter) with abundant restaurants, cafes, and shops on the doorstep (78×)

Distinctive artistic and bohemian aesthetic throughout the hotel—hand-painted frescos on bedroom ceilings, works by renowned artists (references to Picasso, Cocteau, Modigliani, Foujita), and a collaborative art studio space where guests can contribute their own creative work (62×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Double-charging at check-in with unresponsive customer service and refusal to resolve billing disputes directly, forcing guests to dispute with their own banks while transactions remain pending for weeks (2×)

Poor noise insulation between rooms with guests able to hear neighbors' conversations, snoring, alarms, and all movement crystal-clear through shared walls, compounded by early morning cleaner noise (3×)

Unresponsive maintenance for critical issues like non-functional hot water in showers—guests complained daily for three days with no action until the final night (1×)

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Parking note. Problematic — One review explicitly states 'Difficile trouver parcheggio' (difficult to find parking) in the area.

What guests report

View

Street-facing rooms have beautiful Parisian rooftop views; terrace rooms on ground floor are semi-basement with limited light; higher floors preferable for natural light

Bed & mattress

Exceptionally comfortable with high-quality mattresses, plush pillows, and excellent linens; beds noted as among the most comfortable ever experienced by frequent travelers

Bathroom & water

Excellent water pressure, reliable hot water, deep tubs, modern fixtures, and spacious bathrooms despite compact rooms; some rooms had shower overflow/drain issues

Wi-Fi

Generally fast and reliable but occasionally experiences disconnections requiring router resets; some reports of intermittent service requiring multiple front desk calls

Breakfast

High-quality continental breakfast with fresh pastries, excellent croissants, fresh juices, coffee, and tea; praised as among the best hotel breakfasts; service begins at 7am (inflexible)

AC / heating

Reliable heating and cooling when properly configured; some temperature control issues when HVAC settings left in incorrect mode; fans can be noisy if set to high

Local knowledge

Request a room on higher floors (5th floor or above) to minimize street noise and party disturbances from bars

Arrive with luggage expectations: the bulky key chains are inconvenient for light packers

Breakfast service starts at 7am; if departing early, arrange a packed breakfast or croissants the night before

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Room intel

Noisy rooms to avoid

Rooms on lower floors (ground/1st floor) near interior courtyards with terraces experience guest noise from evening gatherings

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 20% of reviews mention design

Hand-painted frescos on bedroom ceilings inspired by Picasso and Cocteau
Curated artworks and installations throughout hotel by notable artists including Modigliani and Foujita references
Modern, artistic, bohemian aesthetic with warm colors, woods, and thoughtful decorative details creating an intimate gallery-like atmosphere

Family facilities

Small creative art studio space where guests and children can sketch and contribute artwork

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