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Hôtel Pont Royal
5-7 rue de Montalembert, Paris, France
Neighborhood: 7th Arr. (Eiffel Tower/Musée D'Orsay)
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Time was, in the early years of the last century, the Pont Royal was a haunt for literary types — this, of course, back when Paris was the destination of choice for writers in any language. Today it’s known for creation of a different sort; not only is it an intimate 75-room luxury boutique hotel, but it’s the home of the Atelier de Joël Robuchon, the workshop-restaurant where one of France’s culinary heroes practices his craft.
The Pont Royal’s rooms are bigger, brighter, airier than the typical Parisian lodging, even toward the top end of the market. The Saint Germain des Prés location is a fine one, and the views from the upper floors are improbably scenic. Service is well-oiled, and the facilities are top-notch — in short, it’s an absolutely classic Paris hotel, no surprises, and sometimes classic is what you’re in the mood for.
What is surprising and ultimately unique about the Pont Royal is the Atelier de Joël Robuchon. It’s a high-end restaurant, featuring world-class cooking, but with a couple of experimental angles. First, no tables: diners pull up to something like a sushi bar or lunch counter, which winds its way around a central open kitchen — perfect for solo diners. And there are no dinner reservations, at all, for anyone — it’s strictly first-come first-served, with patrons lining up out into the night for their elaborate multi-course meals.
- Complimentary upgrade upon hotel check-in, based upon availability
- One complimentary glass of champagne or one cocktail, per guest, upon arrival
- Complimentary pastries and/or chocolate or fruit plate, refreshed during the course of the stay
- Bottle of champagne or wine in room
- 75 Rooms
- Style: Contemporary Classic
- Atmosphere: Quiet
- 42 Guest Reviews
- Hôtel Pont Royal
- 5-7 rue de Montalembert
- Paris, France
- Neighborhood: 7th Arr. (Eiffel Tower/Musée D'Orsay)
Hotel amenities and services
- 24 hour concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- 24 hour gym
- Babysitting (on request)
- Bar
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Central air conditioning
- Library
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Multi-lingual staff
- Pets allowed (charges apply)
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Self service parking (charges apply)
- Valet parking (charges apply)
- Wake-up service
- Wi-fi (charges apply)
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42 Guest Reviews
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- Tom
- Stayed April 2013
- Rating: Poor
What I liked:
Location is fantastic
What the hotel could do better:
Rooms were tired, and did not live up to expectations.
Hotel is very overpriced relative to other hotels in the area
Service was poor for this price point
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- Mary Clare
- Stayed March 2013
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
Great location and service.
What the hotel could do better:
They said our room was upgraded as part of Tablet Plus, but honestly I don't see how it was possibly an upgrade. Looked as standard as you can get.
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- Astrid
- Stayed December 2012
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
The concierge
The Location
The Bar
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
