Your stay — Le Buzenval
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The Property — Le Buzenval
Le Buzenval's 3-star charm is evident in its understated elegance, with a mix of modern and Art Deco influences in its décor. The hotel's 85 rooms are tastefully appointed, with comfortable beds and clean lines. It's a great choice for business travellers and couples seeking a quiet, central base in Rueil-Malmaison. The hotel's restaurant serves classic French cuisine, and the bar has a relaxed atmosphere. The lobby's warm colour scheme and plush furnishings create a welcoming space for guests to unwind.
Chronicles of Rueil-Malmaison
Rueil-Malmaison, a western suburb of Paris, was founded in the 13th century as a royal hunting ground. The city's name 'Rueil' is derived from the Latin 'Rugium', meaning 'settlement by the river'. Rueil-Malmaison has undergone significant architectural developments, particularly during the 18th century under the reign of Louis XV, who built the Château de Rueil-Malmaison. Today, the city is known for its historic centre and its connection to the French Revolution. The city's cultural identity is a blend of its royal past and its current status as a thriving, family-friendly community.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rueil-Malmaison guide →Best months
June and September are ideal months to visit Rueil-Malmaison, with pleasant temperatures (around 22°C) and fewer tourists. The weather is mild, with occasional warm days, making it perfect for exploring the city's parks and gardens. The summer crowds have dissipated, while the festive atmosphere of the winter months has yet to arrive.
Peak / festival surge
August is the peak month for visitors, as it coincides with the French summer holidays. Expect higher hotel prices and larger crowds, especially during the Bastille Day celebrations on July 14th. The city hosts various events during this time, including outdoor concerts and fireworks displays.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are the best shoulder months for budget-conscious travellers, offering comfortable temperatures (around 17°C) and fewer tourists. Prices for accommodations are lower compared to the peak season, and the city's parks and gardens are particularly beautiful during this time.
Weather & packing
Rueil-Malmaison's climate is characterised by mild winters and warm summers. Pack layers for your visit in July, as the temperature can fluctuate between 15°C and 25°C, and don't forget to bring an umbrella, as summer showers are common.
Live City Briefing — Rueil-Malmaison
- The RER B train line, which connects Rueil-Malmaison to central Paris, is currently undergoing renovations. Visitors can expect some disruptions to train services until 2027, but the city provides alternative routes and buses to help navigate the area.
- The Château de Rueil-Malmaison, a historic 18th-century castle, is open to visitors and offers guided tours of its stunning gardens and interior.
- Rueil-Malmaison's annual Fête de la Musique takes place in June, featuring live music performances and cultural events throughout the city. Check the local event calendar for exact dates and details.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Le Buzenval, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) to minimize potential street noise from the Avenue de Montebello. These floors are likely to be quieter due to the hotel's layout and the fact that the lift only has 5 floors, which reduces the likelihood of noise carrying up from the lower floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially those on the lower floors (1st-3rd floor), as the lift's frequent use can cause noise disturbance. Also, rooms near the service entrance might be noisier due to staff activity.
Best views
Since the hotel is located on Avenue de Montebello, rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) might offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but the address suggests a relatively quiet and residential area, so views might not be the main selling point.
Quietest floors
4th-5th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the Avenue de Montebello might be a consideration, especially on lower floors. However, the hotel is in a relatively quiet area, and the 4th and 5th floors are likely to be quieter.
Insider tips
Book a room with a shower instead of a bathtub if you prefer a more modern bathroom experience. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the RER A train station by asking the staff for a room near the lift on the lower floors, which may be a shorter walk to the station.
- 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 — Le Buzenval
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via Le Buzenval's app
14:00, early bag-drop unavailable, late check-out until 15:00 (€30 fee after 12:00)
available at €5 per bag, per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries, no structural limitations
on-site parking €20 per night, nearest public car park 'Gare de Rueil-Malmaison' €10 per day, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.90 per person, per night (city tax)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église Saint-Joseph de Buzenval (298 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée de Rueil Malmaison (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Église luthérienne de la Réconciliation (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Église Notre-Dame de la Paix (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Les Hauts de Rueil — 776 m · ~10 min walk
Jardin d'Élodie — 144 m · ~2 min walk
Théâtre Jean Vilar — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 746 m · ~9 min walk
Pharmacie Cardonnet — 333 m · ~4 min walk
Supermarché Diagonal — 25 m · ~1 min walk
Le Val d'Or — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Change money at a local banque or ATM for better rates. Avoid exchanging at CDG or Orly airport bureaux de change for poor rates.
Contactless payments are widely accepted, and many shops accept major credit cards. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also common.
Tipping in restaurants is around 5-10%, in cafes 1-2 euros per coffee, and for taxi drivers, rounding up the fare is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee is around 1-2 euros at a café or bar, or 0.50-1 euro at a street vendor.
A baguette sandwich or a salad at a boulangerie or café costs around 5-7 euros.
A budget-friendly dinner option is a fixed-price menu at a restaurant, around 15-25 euros per person.
Street food options are limited in Rueil-Malmaison, but you can find some food stalls and markets near the town hall.
Aldi and Lidl are the most common budget supermarket chains in the area.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Galeries Lafayette or local market stalls.
A single tram ticket costs 1.90 euros, and a day pass is around 6.60 euros. The cheapest way to get to the area from the airport is by taking the RER B train (around 10 euros).
Buy a Carnet of 10 tram tickets for a discount, walk or bike when possible, and avoid eating at touristy restaurants.
Good to know — Rueil-Malmaison
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rueil-Malmaison, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Le Buzenval
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 746 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Cardonnet — 333 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Hôtel des Arts, Rueil-Malmaison
💡 Take RER B to Châtelet-Les Halles, switch to RER A towards Saint-Germain-en-Laye, get off at La Défense, then Transilien L to Rueil-Malmaison station. The hotel is a 5-minute walk. Use the Navigo Easy card for contactless travel.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Suite Novotel Rueil-Malmaison
💡 Take RER B to Châtelet–Les Halles, switch to RER A towards Saint-Germain-en-Laye, get off at Rueil-Malmaison. Then bus 144 to 'Parc de l'Europe' stop—the hotel is a 2-min walk. Avoid peak hours; RER A is packed.
Orly Airport (ORY) → Suite Novotel Rueil-Malmaison
💡 Take Air France Bus 1 to Arc de Triomphe, then metro line 1 (direction La Défense) to Pont de Neuilly, then bus 304 to 'Mairie de Rueil'. Slower but cheaper than taxi. Check bus schedules on RATP app.
Paris (Pont de Neuilly) → Suite Novotel Rueil-Malmaison
💡 From Pont de Neuilly metro (line 1), take tram T2 to 'Rueil-Malmaison'. Walk 12 mins to hotel or switch to bus 144. Tram is scenic along the Seine—best for off-peak sightseeing.
Rueil-Malmaison city centre → Paris La Défense
💡 Bus 258 runs from Rueil-Malmaison to La Défense metro, a smooth route for avoiding the RER if you're heading into central Paris. Buy a carnet of 10 tickets at any metro station for flexibility.
La Défense → Rueil-Malmaison (Les Noyers stop)
💡 Tram T2 is faster and more scenic than the bus for getting between La Défense and Rueil. Get off at Les Noyers, then it's a 10-minute walk to the hotel. Avoid peak hours when the tram is packed with commuters.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Suite Novotel Rueil-Malmaison
💡 Book a fixed-rate taxi via G7 app to avoid surge pricing. Expect €55-70; drivers rarely speak English.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Hôtel des Arts, Rueil-Malmaison
💡 Book a fixed-rate taxi via G7 or Uber in advance. Avoid unofficial drivers at the terminal. If traffic’s heavy, the train option is faster and cheaper.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) via CDG 2 TGV station → Rueil-Malmaison station
💡 Take RER A to Nanterre-Préfecture, then switch to Transilien L towards Saint-Cloud or Versailles-Rive-Droite; alight at Rueil-Malmaison. The hotel is a 10-minute walk north. Validate your ticket at both stations to avoid fines.
CDG Terminal 2 → Rueil-Malmaison RER station
💡 Easiest combo: RER B to Châtelet–Les Halles, switch to RER A direction Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Avoid peak (08:00–09:30, 17:30–19:30) when the RER A is packed.
Orly Airport (Orlybus stop at Terminal 1 or 2) → Le Cardinal (stop: Ermitage, then walk 5 mins)
💡 From Orly, take Orlybus to Denfert-Rochereau, then Metro 4 to Montparnasse, then Transilien N to Rueil. Cheapest combo if time allows; bus 258 from La Défense is possible but runs only every 20 mins.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) via Paris (Châtelet–Les Halles or La Défense) → Rueil-Malmaison station (walk 5 mins to Le Cardinal)
💡 Buy a single Ile-de-France ticket for €12.10 (CDG to Rueil). Change at La Défense for the L line – easier than Châtelet. The station is 400m along Avenue Paul Doumer.
About Rueil-Malmaison
Wikipedia ↗
Rueil-Malmaison (French pronunciation: [ʁɥɛj malmɛzɔ̃] ) or simply Rueil is a commune in the western suburbs of Paris, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, Île-de-France region. It is on the departmental border with Yvelines at the Seine, 12.6 kilometres (8 miles) from the centre of Paris. It is the la...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Le Buzenval?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) to minimize potential street noise from the Avenue de Montebello. These floors are likely to be quieter due to the hotel's layout and the fact that the lift only has 5 floors, which reduces the likelihood of noise carrying up from the lower floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Le Buzenval?
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially those on the lower floors (1st-3rd floor), as the lift's frequent use can cause noise disturbance. Also, rooms near the service entrance might be noisier due to staff activity.
Is Le Buzenval noisy?
Street noise from the Avenue de Montebello might be a consideration, especially on lower floors. However, the hotel is in a relatively quiet area, and the 4th and 5th floors are likely to be quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at Le Buzenval?
Since the hotel is located on Avenue de Montebello, rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th floor) might offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but the address suggests a relatively quiet and residential area, so views might not be the main selling point.
What are insider tips for staying at Le Buzenval?
Book a room with a shower instead of a bathtub if you prefer a more modern bathroom experience. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the RER A train station by asking the staff for a room near the lift on the lower floors, which may be a shorter walk to the station.
What time is check-in at Le Buzenval?
Check-in at Le Buzenval is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Le Buzenval have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Le Buzenval?
€0.90 per person, per night (city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Le Buzenval?
A baguette sandwich or a salad at a boulangerie or café costs around 5-7 euros.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Le Buzenval?
A single tram ticket costs 1.90 euros, and a day pass is around 6.60 euros. The cheapest way to get to the area from the airport is by taking the RER B train (around 10 euros).
When is the best time to visit Rueil-Malmaison?
June and September are ideal months to visit Rueil-Malmaison, with pleasant temperatures (around 22°C) and fewer tourists. The weather is mild, with occasional warm days, making it perfect for exploring the city's parks and gardens. The summer crowds have dissipated, while the festive atmosphere of the winter months has yet to arrive.
Top Attractions in Rueil-Malmaison
💡 Go during weekday afternoons when it's quietest – organ recitals sometimes happen unannounced.
💡 The garden has free public Wi-Fi (login through the 'Mairie de Rueil' network). Best visited on a sunny late afternoon when the light hits the fountain.
💡 The crypt contains a free exhibition on Rueil's history. The tower climb costs €2 but gives a panoramic view of La Défense.
💡 Ask the caretaker to unlock the crypt—it's rarely busy and the stone carving inside is impressive.
💡 Pick up the walking-tour leaflet at reception. Allow 45 minutes max unless you read French slowly.
💡 It's only open on Saturday mornings – plan your visit accordingly. Call ahead to confirm they're open.
💡 Check the temporary exhibition schedule – they often have free guided tours in French on Saturdays. No photography in the main galleries.
💡 The playground at the far end is good for kids, and benches by the lake offer the best shade.