The Seven Best Latin Quarter Hotels – La Vie de Bohème In Paris

Winding cobblestone streets, the Sorbonne, the dome of the Pantheon… this is the historic 5th Arrondissement, one of the oldest and most delightful neighborhoods in Paris. Known as the Latin Quarter, many famous attractions are located here. It's also where you'll find some of our top recommended hotels in the city — all of them with great travelers reviews, close proximity to the Metro and Paris attractions, and full of charm. What else would you expect from the Latin Quarter?

Hotel le Lapin Blanc

The newest entry on our Latin Quarter hotel list, Hotel le Lapin Blanc has a clean, fresh, modern vibe. Done in white, perky pastel color accents, and wallpaper, the decor is apparently inspired by Alice in Wonderland — but in a good way! (Lapin Blanc means White Rabbit.) Travelers love the atmosphere, the design, and the helpful staff. As if that wasn't enough, the location is perfect, at the middle of a triangle described by the Pantheon, Jardin du Luxembourg, and Île de la Cité. Notre Dame is a 14-minute walk, Saint-Germain is 12.

Our Rating — Superb
• 41 boulevard Saint Michel
• 5th Arrondissement

Hotel Monge

For us, the reigning top hotel in the Latin Quarter is Hotel Monge, on the street of the same name. As soon as it opened Hotel Monge knocked all the other area hotels down in our rankings. Perfectly located in a vibrant neighborhood Hotel Monge is also convenient to the things you want to see in Paris, like the Pantheon and Notre Dame. There are also two Metro lines to choose from (7 and 10) that get you to the rest of the city quickly.

Everything about the Hotel Monge is excellent — the best hotel beds and pillows ever, fantastic lighting design, great staff and service. Since we started singing its charms, Hotel Monge has become incredibly busy, so be sure to book early.

Our Rating — Superb-Plus!
• 55 Rue Monge
• 5th Arrondissement

Hotel Parc Saint Severin

From the high-comfort design group, Esprit de France, comes this renovated 4-star hotel perfectly situated in the Latin Quarter in close walking distance to Notre Dame, the Cluny Museum, and Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Many of the rooms have terraces with spectacular views across Paris. Despite being in the center of things Parisien, Parc Saint Severin is located on a a quiet pedestrian street. We like the Terrace Room with the view over the top of Église Saint-Séverin to Notre Dame just beyond.

Our Rating — Superb
• 22 Rue de La Parcheminerie
• 5th Arrondissement

Hotel d'Aubusson

Just a few steps away from the Seine and Île de la Cité,this 4-star hotel is in one of the most ancient parts of Paris, at the location of one of the earliest walls surrounding the city. It's the highest-rated hotel on this page. (d'Aubusson is strictly just outside of the Latin Quarter, but in such a great location that we include it here.)

Crossing the river on the city's oldest bridge (called, oddly enough, Pont Neuf or "New Bridge"), it's a 10-minute leisurely stroll to the Louvre Museum. On the way you'll pass the triangular jewel of a park, Place Dauphine. Want to stop in at Notre Dame? No problem, it's just beyond the place.

D'Aubusson started out as a 17th-century mansion and has been refurbished to luxurious standards. Some rooms overlook the courtyard, and those are our favorites.

Our Rating — Superb-Plus !
• 33 Rue Dauphine
• 6th Arrondissement

Residence Henri IV

"Residence" is a class of hotels that offer larger suites and apartments and the Henri IV is a highly-rated example of this. We choose a residence when we're looking for more space, particularly during a longer stay. Henri IV is a classic French hotel, with a decor that reflect the history and charm of the quartier. It's located in pretty much the geographical center of the Latin Quarter. We like the large Suite Prestige. We also like that it's named for our favorite French monarch, Good King Henry.

Our Rating — Superb
• 50 rue des Bernardins
• 5th Arrondissement

Hotel Les Dames du Panthéon

Let's head over to the Place du Pantheon and another charming hotel in the heart of the 5th Arrondissement. The Hotel Les Dames du Pantheon, named in honor of the two women who are laid to rest in the Pantheon (and also as a play on Hotel des Grand Hommes), is set in a 17th-century building just across from the Pantheon itself and five minutes away from the Luxembourg Gardens.

We love the mix of antique furniture, fresh fabrics, period woodwork, and exposed beams, as well as the recent upgrade. And, if you book a superior room, you'll be rewarded with an amazing view of the Pantheon and be able to see across the rooftops to Sacre-Coeur, on the other side of Paris. All rooms have air conditioning.

Our Rating — Superb
• 19 place du Panthéon
• 5th Arrondissement

Hotel des Grand Hommes

You won't go wrong with this classic Latin Quarter hotel. First of all, the location is fantastic — right in front of the Pantheon on the place. In fact, the hotel is named after the famous French men (and two women) who are buried in this monument. Travelers can't seem to get enough of this winning Paris hotel, and for good reason.

It's close to so many must-visit places — Jardin du Luxembourg is just down the hill, Rue Mouffetard (the market street) is just around the corner, and the iconic English-language bookstore, Shakespeare and Company, is only a nine minute walk.

Our Rating — Superb
• 17 Place du Panthéon
• 5th Arrondissement