GRAND HOTEL DE L'UNIVERS SAINT-GERMAIN, Paris – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Boutique Hotel
Grand Hôtel de l'Univers is in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, a 6-minute walk from Luxembourg Garden and Odeon Theatre. The 15th-century building retains original details like exposed beams and a 500-year-old vaulted breakfast room. Each of the 33 rooms has unique decor, with themes like 'Mozart,' 'Jungle,' and 'Rooftops of Paris.' Rooms include free Wi-Fi, minibars, and satellite TV.
Breakfast in Cellar
A buffet breakfast is served in a 14th-century stone cellar, featuring fresh fruits, cheeses, cold meats, eggs, and pastries from Thévenin bakery. Breakfast hours are 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The hotel bar offers drinks in a lounge with exposed stone walls.
Central Paris Location
The hotel is between Odeon and Mabillon metro stations (225 meters away), with Line 4 and Line 10 connections. It's a 15-minute walk to Notre-Dame Cathedral and Luxembourg Gardens. Nearby landmarks include Saint-Sulpice Church (0.5 km), the Louvre (1.5 km), and the Seine River (1 km).
Room Types & Amenities
Rooms range from 12m^2 Classic Rooms (140x190cm beds) to 24m^2 Deluxe Rooms (160x200cm beds). Executive Rooms, designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, have 160x200cm beds or twin 90x200cm beds. All rooms have air conditioning, soundproofing, and private bathrooms with free toiletries.
Services & Transport
The hotel provides a 24-hour reception, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a business center. Airport transfers are available to Paris-Orly (14 km away). Staff can book taxis, restaurant reservations, or Moulin Rouge tickets. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
My stay at the hotel was lovely! The rooms, though not huge, were clean, nicely furnished, and had good wifi. The staff was amazing and the location close to the old town was a big plus. The artificial freshener smell was noticeable but not unpleasant, and the hotel was actually bigger and better than expected from the photos.
The hotel had small but clean rooms with lovely traditional decor, featuring a comfy bed which was much appreciated after our tiny room in London. The service was extremely helpful and pleasant, with staff apologizing for the room size and promising a larger room. The location, just off Blvd St Germain, was great for enjoying the sights of Paris despite some noise. The dining experience was lovely with a good range of options but could have been better with more variety. The facilities were satisfactory.
My stay at the hotel was lovely. The rooms, decorated in an old Parisienne style, had a unique charm that I truly enjoyed, despite being a bit tiny due to the proximity to the elevator. The staff was super friendly and obliging, making my time there very pleasant. The location was perfect, right in the vibrant heart of Paris, with great restaurants close by. The dining experience could have been better in terms of variety, but the vegetarian couscous was delicious.