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L'Opale Noire

★★★★
9.0
Booking score
4.9
Google rating
88
Total reviews
★★★★
Star rating
≈2026
Built / renovated
2%
Noise mentions
Engine scores ·Newness ≈2026 ·Location 4.9
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Verdict

Is L'Opale Noire Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.0/10 Booking.com4.9/5 Google88 reviews read4-star

As of 3 October 2026, 88 guest reviews give L'Opale Noire 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 4.9/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptional staff hospitality with genuine warmth, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond—from sprinting after forgotten items to personalizing room preferences 47 reviews.

Pest check

Bed Bugs and Pest Reports at L'Opale Noire — What 88 Reviews Say

None of the 88 guest reviews we read for L'Opale Noire mention bed bugs, cockroaches, mice or other pests.

Complaints

What Do Guests Complain About at L'Opale Noire?

  • Unpredictable and inappropriate background music choices—ranging from intense club music at breakfast to off-putting selections during relaxation time 2 reviews
  • Inconsistent staff training and professionalism—some reception staff exhibited dismissive or unhelpful attitudes contrary to the hotel's usual standard
  • Chaotic and poorly executed breakfast service on certain mornings with wrong orders and lack of coordination
What guests praise

L'Opale Noire Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

L'Opale Noire sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

  • Exceptional staff hospitality with genuine warmth, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond—from sprinting after forgotten items to personalizing room preferences 47 reviews
  • Outstanding location just steps from Musée d'Orsay, Boulevard Saint-Germain, and major Paris attractions, with nearby Metro stations and restaurants 42 reviews
  • Remarkably quiet rooms with excellent soundproofing that allow peaceful sleep despite being in central Paris 18 reviews
Method

How HotelShortlist Researched L'Opale Noire

We read 88 public guest reviews of L'Opale Noire, grouped repeated findings and counted how often each one appears. Pest figures are guest reports, not inspection results. Member-only detail is blurred on this page. Research updated 2026-10-03. If you represent L'Opale Noire and believe something here is wrong, write to members@hotelshortlist.com and we will review it.

What guests love

Exceptional staff hospitality with genuine warmth, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond—from sprinting after forgotten items to personalizing room preferences (47×)
Outstanding location just steps from Musée d'Orsay, Boulevard Saint-Germain, and major Paris attractions, with nearby Metro stations and restaurants (42×)
Remarkably quiet rooms with excellent soundproofing that allow peaceful sleep despite being in central Paris (18×)
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Watch-outs · 6 recorded

Unpredictable and inappropriate background music choices—ranging from intense club music at breakfast to off-putting selections during relaxation time (2×)
Inconsistent staff training and professionalism—some reception staff exhibited dismissive or unhelpful attitudes contrary to the hotel's usual standard (1×)
Chaotic and poorly executed breakfast service on certain mornings with wrong orders and lack of coordination (1×)
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Guest sentiment — 88 rated reviews
98% positive (86)2% neutral (2)0% negative (0)

Review history 88 dated reviews · 2026-01 → 2026-09

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Review counts: 88 Google

What the trend suggests

Issue resolved2026-01 – 2026-0975% confidence
The elevator malfunction complaint (noted in Q1: '4★ review citing non-working elevator') does not recur in Q2 or Q3 reviews, suggesting the issue was resolved early in the hotel's operational lifecycle. This is consistent with a newly opened property addressing teething problems.
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What guests report

View
Courtyard-view rooms have darker décor; street-view rooms have lighter décor—guest preference varies
Bed & mattress
Exceptionally comfortable with premium new bedding, luxury mattresses (180cm option), and among the best sleep quality guests report
Bathroom & water
Excellent with great water pressure, hot water reliability, high-quality shower fixtures, and premium Susanne Kaufmann/Mariage Freres products
Breakfast
High quality with fresh pastries, quality bread, fresh fruit, juices, and attentive table service—worth including in rate
AC / heating
Excellent air conditioning that functions reliably and is much appreciated by guests
Elevator
Unreliable

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Local knowledge

Request a quieter room away from the lounge/bar area if you're sensitive to background music during meal times
Ask staff for personalized restaurant recommendations—they have excellent local knowledge and can secure hard-to-get reservations
Don't miss the truffle croque monsieur and roasted camembert at the hotel bar/restaurant—guests consistently praise these dishes
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Room intel

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Character & facilities

Design & character 43% of reviews mention design
  • Dark elegant Art Deco/Art Nouveau style with sophisticated ambiance and intimate atmospherics throughout
  • Thoughtfully curated details with every element considered for comfort and aesthetics—not performative luxury
  • Intimate boutique property with human-scale spaces featuring refined touches and artistic vision
Family facilities
  • Successfully accommodated guests traveling with 1-year-old and luggage
  • Quiet rooms suitable for families with young children

Rooms & categories

14 room types
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Room Assigned On Arrival, 1 Double
Room Assigned On Arrival, 1 Double
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Superior Double Room, Courtyard View, 1 King
Superior Double Room, Courtyard View, 1 King
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Chambre Supérieure (bedroom#1: 1 Extra-large Double Bed) - Free Wifi
Chambre Supérieure (bedroom#1: 1 Extra-large Double Bed) - Free Wifi
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Deluxe Double Room, City View, 1 King
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Chambre Deluxe (bedroom#1: 1 Extra-large Double Bed) - Free Wifi
Chambre Deluxe (bedroom#1: 1 Extra-large Double Bed) - Free Wifi
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Executive Double Room, City View, 1 Double Or 1 Twin
Executive Double Room, City View, 1 Double Or 1 Twin
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Privilege Room, Courtyard View, 1 Double Or 1 Twin
Privilege Room, Courtyard View, 1 Double Or 1 Twin
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Superior Double Room With Courtyard View (full Double Bed) (king Size Bed)
Superior Double Room With Courtyard View (full Double Bed) (king Size Bed)
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Chambre Exécutive (bedroom#1: 1 Extra-large Double Bed Or 2 Single Beds) - Free Wifi
Chambre Exécutive (bedroom#1: 1 Extra-large Double Bed Or 2 Single Beds) - Free Wifi
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Deluxe Double Room With City View (full Double Bed) (king Size Bed)
Deluxe Double Room With City View (full Double Bed) (king Size Bed)
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Executive Double Room, City View (2 Twin Beds Or 1 King Bed)
Executive Double Room, City View (2 Twin Beds Or 1 King Bed)
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Privilege Room, Courtyard View (2 Twin Beds Or 1 King Bed)
Privilege Room, Courtyard View (2 Twin Beds Or 1 King Bed)
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Executive Double Room With City View (full Double Bed) (bed Type Is Subject To Availability)
Executive Double Room With City View (full Double Bed) (bed Type Is Subject To Availability)
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Privilege Room With Courtyard View (full Double Bed)
Privilege Room With Courtyard View (full Double Bed)
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Questions about L'Opale Noire

How is L'Opale Noire rated?
L'Opale Noire scores 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 4.9/5 on Google.
How many guest reviews were analysed for L'Opale Noire?
HotelShortlist analysed 88 guest reviews for L'Opale Noire to build this verified profile.
Is L'Opale Noire a 4-star hotel?
Yes — L'Opale Noire is a 4-star property in Paris.
What do guests love about L'Opale Noire?
The most-mentioned positive in guest reviews: Exceptional staff hospitality with genuine warmth, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond—from sprinting after forgotten items to personalizing room preferences
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How L'Opale Noire Compares to Other Paris Hotels

L'Opale Noire: Booking.com 9.0/10, 4-star. Other researched hotels in Paris:

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Review data verified & refreshed 2026-10-03.