HOTEL LITTERAIRE ARTHUR RIMBAUD, BW SIGNATURE COLLECTION, Paris – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Poetry
The Best Western Hôtel Littéraire Arthur Rimbaud offers 42 rooms inspired by the poet's life and works. Each room features an original watercolor by Jean Aubertin, themed after Rimbaud's poems. Superior and Deluxe rooms include bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary minibars. The Junior Suite accommodates families with space for two adults and one child. Soundproofed rooms come with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee makers, and free Wi-Fi.
Dining & Breakfast
The hotel serves an organic breakfast buffet with Dammann teas, espresso, fresh fruit, and homemade cakes. Guests in a hurry can opt for the express breakfast. The ground-floor bar offers absinthe tastings. Nearby, Shouk restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes like grilled aubergine and Mesabaha, while 14 Paradis specializes in bistronomic cuisine, including brioche perdue with salted caramel.
Literary Experience
A library of 500 books, including Rimbaud's works and rare editions, is freely accessible. Manuscripts and art bindings are displayed in showcases. The hotel hosts literary evenings, exhibitions, and cultural events. A coworking space, myWo Lounge, provides quiet workspaces for €15-€25 per day. The fitness room, open 24/7, is located in a vaulted cellar.
Location & Transit
The hotel is on Rue Gustave Goublier, a pedestrian street in Paris's 10th arrondissement, near the Théâtre Splendid and Grands Boulevards. Strasbourg-Saint-Denis Metro Station (Line 5) provides direct access to the Latin Quarter. Gare de l'Est is a 10-minute walk, and Châtelet-Les Halles RER station is 1.5 km away. Bus lines 32, 38, 39, N13, and N14 stop at Château d'Eau, 200 m from the hotel.
Services & Sustainability
Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee. The hotel offers luggage storage, laundry service, and a business corner. It holds the Green Key label for sustainability, prioritizing energy savings, local producers, and eco-friendly products. Free Wi-Fi and accessible rooms are provided. The front desk assists with cultural itineraries, including Rimbaud-themed walks in Paris.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Video games
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is in a convenient location within walking distance to the East station. The rooms are modern and clean, although on the smaller side. The service is friendly and helpful, especially Prudence who works the night shift. The dining options are satisfactory, offering a typical Parisian continental breakfast. Overall, a good value for the price, with minor room size limitations.
My stay at the hotel was quite nice and comfortable. The rooms felt like an easy budget hotel with all the amenities like a coffee machine. The service was excellent with friendly and helpful staff. The location was very good, being near a metro station, LIDL, and KFC. The dining experience was nicely prepared, especially considering current restrictions. Overall, I found the hotel to be a great value for the price.
I found the hotel to be exactly what I expected, with clean and modern rooms that were beautifully appointed. The Nespresso machine and the iPod-iPhone stereo included in the room added a nice touch. While the rooms were a bit on the small side, they were perfect for a city visit. The breakfast, although not included in the price, offered a good selection for just 7 euros, including pastries, fresh juices, fruits, coffee, and organic jams and marmalade.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were a bit cramped and stuffy, but surprisingly quiet at the end of the corridor. The service was excellent, with the staff being professional and even apologizing for inconveniences. The location had its drawbacks, being slightly shady for a solo female traveler, but it was convenient with access to transportation. The dining experience was overall nice, with a good breakfast selection offered in an elegant setting.
My stay at the hotel was really cosy and good value. The room was quiet, clean, and equipped with convenient amenities like a Nespresso machine and a safe-deposit box. The location was ideal for exploring Paris with the Strasbourg-Saint Denis metro station nearby, although a bit hidden. The dining experience was lovely, with a good range of food offered. Overall, a great choice for a comfortable and convenient stay in Paris.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms felt like a basic budget hotel, with no closed wardrobes and limited space for suitcases, but they looked just as good as the advertisement photos and were sparkling clean. However, the ceiling being tilted on the top level was a bit inconvenient, and the badly stained bath and dirty ear cleaner on the bedside table were off-putting.
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