Positioned right on the St Michel Quay, the views from the rooms of the Hotel Les Rives de Notre Dame will take your breath away. The St-Michel neighborhood is renowned for having its own pace and is quintessentially French with its wonderful little street bookstores, quaint shops and traditional bistros.

This beautiful boutique hotel only has 10 large delightful rooms, to ensure perfect service to its guests. The building used to be an inn for the laundry ladies of the neighborhood during the 16th century and later became the residence of the great American writer John Steinbeck (Cannery Row, Of Mice and Men, The Grapes of Wrath, East of Eden).

Every soundproofed room has its own character and engaging colour scheme. All overlook the River Seine, the stunning Notre-Dame Cathedral and the former Royal Palace La Conciergerie with its adjacent medieval Sainte-Chapelle Church. The large windows and luxurious fabrics accentuate the homely feel of what will soon seem like your own private residence in the heart of the City of Lights. Air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, satellite television, minibar and safe deposit box are one of the many modern conveniences completing this setting. For a truly exceptional experience stay in the penthouse, as large as an apartment, which encapsulates all the historical charm and comfort of Paris.

The lounge and breakfast room are such a treat. A glass roof with original oak beams allows the light to flood in, enhancing the intricate design of the tiled floor and luxurious plants. The dining room with its ageless stone walls and vaulted ceiling is a testament to the history and charisma of this establishment and it will be the perfect setting for you to savor a delicious breakfast.

Following the St-Michel quay to the west will bring you to the Louvre Museum within minutes as well as the beautiful Tuileries Garden and notorious Champs-Elysees. To get there in style, use the “Batobus” stop near the Cathedral and cruise along the river Seine. The Hotel Rives de Notre Dame is located right in the Latin Quarter with its famous Sorbonne University dating back to the 13th century and going south from there will bring you to the wonderfully bohemian St Germain des Prés area. The two islands in front of the hotel alone are worth spending all your trip discovering. Make sure to visit the picturesque Flower Market or sample the award-winning Berthillon ice cream and have a refreshing beverage at the Ile St Louis Brasserie from where you can admire the striking Pantheon.

So prepare for a magical trip thanks to the charm and excellence of the four star Hotel Les Rives de Notre-Dame and enjoy the experience of having Paris at your doorstep.