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Le Relais Montmartre

★★★★
9.0
Booking score
4.7
Google rating
475
Total reviews
★★★★
Star rating
≈2011
Built / renovated
Mauricio
Owner
5+
Highest floor guests reported
2%
Noise mentions
Engine scores ·Newness ≈2011 ·Location 4.7
Member rate
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Verdict

Is Le Relais Montmartre Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.0/10 Booking.com4.7/5 Google485 reviews read4-star

As of 28 September 2026, 485 guest reviews give Le Relais Montmartre 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 4.7/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptional location on a quiet side street in the heart of Montmartre, within walking distance of Sacré-Cœur, Moulin Rouge, Blanche metro station, and vibrant cafés and restaurants—urban convenience without street noise 127 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Le Relais Montmartre: Which Rooms to Avoid

  • Critical billing fraud where duplicate reservations resulted in multiple unauthorized charges that hotel refused to refund despite acknowledging the mistake at check-in and later denying responsibility 2 reviews
  • Alleged staff theft or loss of guest valuables (pharmacy items, money, personal belongings) with hotel management refusing to acknowledge responsibility or offer compensation, leaving guests feeling violated 3 reviews
  • Severely inadequate customer service in resolving bereavement-related cancellation requests, where hotel failed to follow up on calls or emails and kept payment without accommodating legitimate emergency circumstances
Rooms to avoid
  • Street-facing rooms (Rue Constance, Rue Lepic side) with traffic and street noise when windows open
  • Ground/lower floors near reception and elevator
What guests praise

Le Relais Montmartre Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Le Relais Montmartre sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

  • Exceptional location on a quiet side street in the heart of Montmartre, within walking distance of Sacré-Cœur, Moulin Rouge, Blanche metro station, and vibrant cafés and restaurants—urban convenience without street noise 127 reviews
  • Consistently praised staff who are exceptionally friendly, helpful, accommodating, and go above and beyond to assist with restaurant recommendations, special requests, and problem-solving 89 reviews
  • Remarkably comfortable beds with high-quality linens and pillows that guests repeatedly credit as a standout feature enabling excellent sleep 54 reviews
Room requests

Which Room Should You Ask For at Le Relais Montmartre?

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  • Courtyard-facing rooms (cour intérieure)
  • Room 405 mentioned as ideal
  • Room 202 mentioned
  • Higher floors (5th floor specifically mentioned as spacious and quiet)
Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Le Relais Montmartre

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What guests love

Exceptional location on a quiet side street in the heart of Montmartre, within walking distance of Sacré-Cœur, Moulin Rouge, Blanche metro station, and vibrant cafés and restaurants—urban convenience without street noise (127×)
Consistently praised staff who are exceptionally friendly, helpful, accommodating, and go above and beyond to assist with restaurant recommendations, special requests, and problem-solving (89×)
Remarkably comfortable beds with high-quality linens and pillows that guests repeatedly credit as a standout feature enabling excellent sleep (54×)
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Watch-outs · 7 recorded

Critical billing fraud where duplicate reservations resulted in multiple unauthorized charges that hotel refused to refund despite acknowledging the mistake at check-in and later denying responsibility (2×)
Alleged staff theft or loss of guest valuables (pharmacy items, money, personal belongings) with hotel management refusing to acknowledge responsibility or offer compensation, leaving guests feeling violated (3×)
Severely inadequate customer service in resolving bereavement-related cancellation requests, where hotel failed to follow up on calls or emails and kept payment without accommodating legitimate emergency circumstances (1×)
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Parking note. Adequate — One review mentions a convenient partnered parking garage nearby; no complaints about parking difficulty.

What guests report

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Courtyard-facing rooms (cour intérieure) quietest; street-facing rooms (Rue Constance, Rue Lepic) brighter but potentially noisier
Bed & mattress
Exceptionally comfortable with high-quality linens and generous pillows; consistently praised across reviews
Bathroom & water
Strong adjustable shower pressure, hot water reliable, bidets (some with heated seats), some with bathtubs; one complaint of loose tap and non-closing cupboard
Wi-Fi
Fast and reliable; mentioned positively
Breakfast
High-quality buffet with fresh items (croissants, breads, cold cuts, cheeses, fruits, yogurts, quality coffee) at €15/person; worth the cost for variety and quality
AC / heating
Heating and AC present in most rooms; some guests report room ran hot or insufficient heat in others
Elevator
Available

Local knowledge

Request a room overlooking the courtyard (cour intérieure) for maximum quiet and peace
The basement breakfast room is genuinely charming—worth experiencing even if you skip eating there
Free Nespresso coffee available in the lobby during afternoon hours; ask reception about timing
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Room intel

Quiet rooms / wings
  • Courtyard-facing rooms (cour intérieure)
  • Room 405 mentioned as ideal
  • Room 202 mentioned
  • Higher floors (5th floor specifically mentioned as spacious and quiet)
Noisy rooms to avoid
  • Street-facing rooms (Rue Constance, Rue Lepic side) with traffic and street noise when windows open
  • Ground/lower floors near reception and elevator
Extra charges guests were surprised by
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Character & facilities

Design & character 2% of reviews mention design
  • Charming, tasteful Parisian décor with vintage/retro elements and exposed beams
  • Beautifully designed basement breakfast hall with medieval/vaulted atmosphere
  • Thoughtfully designed rooms maximizing compact spaces with intentional layouts
Family facilities
  • Children's breakfast free with room stay
  • Interconnected/family rooms available (connecting rooms for groups)
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Questions about Le Relais Montmartre

How is Le Relais Montmartre rated?
Le Relais Montmartre scores 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 4.7/5 on Google.
How many guest reviews were analysed for Le Relais Montmartre?
HotelShortlist analysed 485 guest reviews for Le Relais Montmartre to build this verified profile.
Is Le Relais Montmartre a 4-star hotel?
Yes — Le Relais Montmartre is a 4-star property in Paris.
What do guests love about Le Relais Montmartre?
The most-mentioned positive in guest reviews: Exceptional location on a quiet side street in the heart of Montmartre, within walking distance of Sacré-Cœur, Moulin Rouge, Blanche metro station, and vibrant cafés and restaurants—urban convenience without street noise
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How Le Relais Montmartre Compares to Other Paris Hotels

Le Relais Montmartre: Booking.com 9.0/10, 4-star. Other researched hotels in Paris:

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Review data verified & refreshed 2026-09-28.