🇫🇷 Paris, France
Paris Voltaire
📍 79, Rue Sedaine, Paris, 75011
Your stay — Paris Voltaire
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The Property — Paris Voltaire
The Paris Voltaire is a straightforward, no-fuss three-star in the 11th arrondissement. You walk into a small lobby with parquet floors, a worn armchair, and a receptionist who probably knows a better bistro than any guidebook. It’s clean, central without being touristy, and suits anyone who wants a quiet base near the Marais without paying Marais prices.
Chronicles of Paris
Paris began as the Celtic settlement of Lutetia, conquered by Romans in 52 BC, and grew into the medieval heart of French power. Haussmann’s 19th-century boulevards flattened the old warrens to create the uniform limestone cityscape we know today. The 11th arrondissement was a working-class district of craftsmen and revolutionaries, now a dense patchwork of independent shops, galleries, and neo-bistros. Contemporary Paris remains fiercely local in its neighbourhoods, with a cultural identity built on café life, political debate, and unapologetic pride in its food and architecture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Paris guide →Best months
June and September: long daylight, warm but not oppressive, and most Parisians haven’t fled for August. Crowds are moderate outside the main museum queues.
Peak / festival surge
July–August and December. July brings tourists and the Bastille Day fireworks (14 July); August is the month many Parisians close up shop. Hotel prices jump 30–50% in July. Major events include the Tour de France finale (late July) and Paris Plages along the Seine.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and October. Lower room rates, milder weather (10–18°C in April, 12–16°C in October), and far fewer crowds at the Louvre and Orsay.
Weather & packing
Paris weather can flip from sunny to drizzly in an hour, any season. Pack a lightweight, packable rain jacket—a single-layer trench or shell is better than an umbrella that will invert in the wind.
Live City Briefing — Paris
- The RER B line to CDG airport is running a reduced service on weekends in July due to track renewal; check the RATP app for delays or take the Roissybus.
- A new pedestrian zone opened in June 2025 on Rue de la Roquette, a five-minute walk from the hotel, with more pavement seating and cycle parking.
- Many brasseries in the 11th close for at least two weeks in August; check opening hours if you arrive then, or stick to places like Le Chateaubriand that stay open.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Paris Voltaire, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, rear-facing (courtyard side). These floors are high enough to reduce street rumble from Rue Sedaine, and the rear orientation cuts out most of the bar and restaurant noise from the ground floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors facing the street — they catch direct noise from passing traffic and the bistro chatter. Also skip any room directly above the lift shaft (usually rooms adjacent to the lift on each floor); you’ll hear the motor clunking until midnight.
Best views
From a rear-facing 5th-floor room you’ll see a slice of Paris rooftops — chimney pots, a few trees, and a patch of sky. Street-facing rooms just look at the opposite buildings’ shutters and the bistro awning, which is fine but not special.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5 and 6 (if the hotel has a 6th floor) are quietest, assuming the lift cage doesn’t rattle past your door. Courtyard side always beats street side on these floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue Sedaine is a narrow one-way street with delivery vans early (6 AM onwards), plus a popular local café-bar on the ground floor that draws evening smokers. The lift is old and audible from adjacent rooms. The front door on Rue Sedaine slams shut all day.
Insider tips
1) If you arrive by car, don’t try to park on Rue Sedaine — use the public car park at Place Léon Blum, a five-minute walk, or the Indigo garage on Rue du Chemin Vert. 2) Request a room far from the lift and on a high floor when you book; the hotel usually honours written requests if made at least 48 hours ahead.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Paris Voltaire
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 25 mbps – fine for browsing and video calls; no login required after accepting terms
A small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; lobby has a small library of travel magazines and a French daily at reception
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Complimentary storage for same-day arrivals and departures; luggage room is secured by keypad
No step-free access – one step at the main entrance; lift is too narrow for most wheelchairs; not recommended for guests with limited mobility
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parking Sedaine (48, Rue de la Roquette, 75011), €28 for 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.30 per person per night, payable on arrival
Deposit & card hold: A credit card pre-authorisation for the full stay is required at check-in; a €100 incidental hold is also placed on the card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Association Islamique en France (449 m · ~6 min walk)
- Synagogue: Synagogue Etz Haim-Beit Hamidrach (989 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Paroisse Saint Jean Bosco (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Musée Edith Piaf — 645 m · ~8 min walk
Le Passage vers les Etoiles — 160 m · ~2 min walk
L'R de Jeux — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 631 m · ~8 min walk
Pharmacie Labi — 14 m · ~1 min walk
La récolte — 92 m · ~1 min walk
Père Lachaise — 429 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
You can exchange currency at the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, but be aware that rates are often poor. For better rates, use an ATM or a currency exchange office, such as Sofitel, in the city centre.
Contactless payments are widely accepted in Paris, including at most cafes, restaurants, and shops. You can also use your mobile phone to pay with services like Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Tipping in Paris is generally small, around 5-10% in restaurants and cafes, and 1-2€ for taxi drivers.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee option is a café au lait or espresso at a local café, costing around 2-3€.
A budget lunch option is a baguette sandwich or salad from a street vendor, costing around 5-7€.
A affordable dinner option is a plat du jour at a bistro or a street food stall, costing around 12-15€ for a main.
The 75011 area has a few street food markets and stalls, particularly around the Gare de l'Est and the Canal Saint-Martin.
There are several affordable supermarket chains in the area, including Monoprix and Intermarché.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Galeries Lafayette or Le Bon Marché, or at local markets like the Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen.
The cheapest way to get around Paris is with a Paris Visite pass, which includes a day pass for the metro and bus network. From the airport, take the RER B to the Gare du Nord station, then transfer to the metro.
Buy a Paris Visite pass for unlimited travel on the metro and bus network.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local cafes or street food instead.Shop at local markets or high-street stores instead of designer boutiques.
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Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Paris, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Paris Voltaire
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 631 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Labi — 14 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →CDG Airport Terminal → Hotel Paris Prague via Metro line
💡 Most budget-friendly option. Purchase Paris Visite pass (€12-25/day) for unlimited airport-to-hotel transport and city exploration.
CDG/Orly Airport → Central Paris stations, then local bus
💡 Le Bus Direct (line 2) goes to Opera/Invalides. Combine with local RATP buses for final hotel leg. Good for non-rush hours.
Airport RER connection to Metro → Hotel Paris Prague vicinity stations
💡 Once in Paris, Metro is fastest local option. Get carnet of 10 tickets (€16.90) or weekly pass for best value on local transit.
Paris-Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airport → Hotel Paris Prague, Paris
💡 Book official taxis at airport stands to avoid overcharging. Uber/Bolt often cheaper than traditional taxis (€35-50).
About Paris
Wikipedia ↗
Paris is the capital and largest city of France, with an estimated city population of 2.04 million in an area of 105.4 km2 (40.7 sq mi), and a metropolitan population of 13.2 million as of January 2026. Located on the river Seine in the centre of the Île-de-France region, it is the largest metropoli...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Paris Voltaire?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, rear-facing (courtyard side). These floors are high enough to reduce street rumble from Rue Sedaine, and the rear orientation cuts out most of the bar and restaurant noise from the ground floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Paris Voltaire?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors facing the street — they catch direct noise from passing traffic and the bistro chatter. Also skip any room directly above the lift shaft (usually rooms adjacent to the lift on each floor); you’ll hear the motor clunking until midnight.
Is Paris Voltaire noisy?
Rue Sedaine is a narrow one-way street with delivery vans early (6 AM onwards), plus a popular local café-bar on the ground floor that draws evening smokers. The lift is old and audible from adjacent rooms. The front door on Rue Sedaine slams shut all day.
Which rooms have the best views at Paris Voltaire?
From a rear-facing 5th-floor room you’ll see a slice of Paris rooftops — chimney pots, a few trees, and a patch of sky. Street-facing rooms just look at the opposite buildings’ shutters and the bistro awning, which is fine but not special.
What are insider tips for staying at Paris Voltaire?
1) If you arrive by car, don’t try to park on Rue Sedaine — use the public car park at Place Léon Blum, a five-minute walk, or the Indigo garage on Rue du Chemin Vert. 2) Request a room far from the lift and on a high floor when you book; the hotel usually honours written requests if made at least 48 hours ahead.
What time is check-in at Paris Voltaire?
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Does Paris Voltaire have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 25 mbps – fine for browsing and video calls; no login required after accepting terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Paris Voltaire?
€5.30 per person per night, payable on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Paris Voltaire?
A budget lunch option is a baguette sandwich or salad from a street vendor, costing around 5-7€.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Paris Voltaire?
The cheapest way to get around Paris is with a Paris Visite pass, which includes a day pass for the metro and bus network. From the airport, take the RER B to the Gare du Nord station, then transfer to the metro.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
June and September: long daylight, warm but not oppressive, and most Parisians haven’t fled for August. Crowds are moderate outside the main museum queues.
Top Attractions in Paris
💡 Walk the Parvis square at dawn for photos with no crowds. The archaeological crypt underneath costs €9 but skip it – free street-level views tell the story.
💡 Visit early morning for quiet photos. The archaeological crypt under the square costs €9, but the square itself is free and has a bronze 'point zero' marker from which all French road distances are measured.
💡 Visit on a sunny day between 11am and 2pm when the light hits the glass best. Combine with Conciergerie on the same ticket—same price.
💡 Arrive by 5.30pm on free evenings. Use the Porte des Lions entrance to skip the main pyramid queue. Only the permanent collections are free.
💡 Look down for the bronze compass star marking point zéro. Go early in the morning to avoid crowds. The Crypte archéologique below costs €9, but the square is free.
💡 Beat the queue by arriving at 7:45am, 15 mins before doors open. Head directly to the rear chapels behind the choir for serene stained glass without the crowd.
💡 Arrive around sunset – the golden light hits the obelisk and the fountains catch the light. Best photo spot: stand on the steps of the Hôtel de la Marine at the north side of the square.
💡 Arrive by 5.30pm to queue before the main doors open. Head straight to the Denon Wing for the Mona Lisa with shorter queues.