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Jun 1, 2008 by Sarah from Incline Village, NV
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• Renovations nicely done, free WiFi in the lobby lounge created a fun social scene.
• The concierge desk.

“I hate to admit it since my stay last year was so awful, but the Le Meridien Montparnasse has made some very positive changes since my last stay only a year ago. Whereas my room last year was nasty, smelly, moldy and very old and worn (2* quality at best), this year I was treated to one of the newly remodeled rooms. What a difference! The new rooms, while a little Ikea-ish, are clean, modern, and comfy. Good beds and nice bathrooms. Finally, this hotel has some rooms that merit a 4* rating. But I understand the majority are not yet renovated, so buyer beware. My only recommendation is to join Starwood's guest club and hope for the best. The lobby is also nice, which is good since I spent a ton of time down there (free WiFi). Internet in the rooms was too expensive for a leisure traveler without an expense account. My only beef, the unfriendly and superbly unhelpful concierge desk. The chubby guy with the moustache sent me on a mile-long hike with my suitcase to a non-existent Laundromat. And, the same guy almost caused me to miss my train, but for the grace of a god-like cabbie who saved me. Fyi: the hotel will not order you a cab. They will say they will and do nothing but drop your baggage in the taxi line out front, which is often 8-10 people deep between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Since taxis only come by about one every 10-15 minutes at that time of day, you can wait an hour or more easy! I had not only stopped by the night before, but called when I woke up, and both times was promised a taxi reservation. Beware and plan accordingly.”

May 26, 2008 by Thomas from Capistrano Beach, CA
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Location was across the street from the metro.
• Tired decor and very "springy", uncomfortable bed.

“I have stayed here twice. It is an anti-Paris experience meaning it is a modern 70's decor and feel. But its location was great. Where ever you are in Paris, you can see the tour Montparnasse and get your direction. Great views from our room on the 23rd floor. Biggest complaint!”

May 26, 2008 by Leif from New Westminster, BC CA
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• Great location for taking trains to the Loire valley.
• Paper thin walls that allow you to hear your neighbors' intimate conversations.

“Great location well served by les cars air France from Charles de Gaul and only airports. Fast and easy access to the Gare Montparnasse which serves well for anyone who plans to continue onto the Loire valley. The area is very well served by countless high quality restaurants and cafes. The area around the hotel has very few tourists and allows you take pleasant walks and see Paris as it actually is, away from the hordes of camera toting tourists. All told, a great location featuring mediocre at best rooms. Technically 4 stars based on amenities but this would barely pass for 2.5 stars elsewhere.”

May 23, 2008 by Arthur from Wellesley, MA
Overall Rating: 9
Staff:[10] •

• Great location all around. Helpful staff.
• Rooms need redesign and updating.

“Great location in a less touristy area. Wonderful connection to Airports and to Versailles. Several outstanding restaurants close by. Very close to all major and some minor attractions. Would stay here again without hesitation.”

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May 23, 2008 by Renee from Portland, OR
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• Great for 3 star hotel, excellent view of Paris.
• Room had worn-out look.

“Well-situated near major Metro lines, full of large tour groups. Some floors have been renovated, but not the floor on which our room was. Nevertheless, I feel I got value.”

0 of 1 people found this review helpful.

May 21, 2008 by Alex from Bethesda, MD
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[6] • Location:[2]

• At least it was cheap.
• Well past its prime and in need of a major renovation.

“Disappointing. Clearly not a 4 star hotel by any reasonable classification. Neighborhood is sketchy, and certainly not in the heart of the St.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

May 14, 2008 by Kathleen from Arlington, VA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[6]

• Very close to the metro. Modern, clean room.
• In an area where there's not much to do.

“This hotel was very good, but not great. The lobby was elegant, but the room was small and simple, though very clean and adequate. I was very happy with my experience though there were large tour groups of senior citizens and other foreigners who crowded the lobby often. The location was right near the metro and Air France bus which was very convenient at the end of our stay when we went to the airport. Very helpful at the front desk and concierge. Montparnasse area doesn't have too much to offer for tourists, but is easily accessible to other areas.”

0 of 1 people found this review helpful.

May 11, 2008 by Steve
Overall Rating: 6

• Ckeck in staff was very friendly and helpful.
• The gym was pitiful. Breakfast at the hotel was absurdly priced.

“Decent facilities, acceptable location.”

May 6, 2008 by Yaki
Overall Rating: 10

• Excellent service and location and
  excellent room.

“Excelent location, greate service and wonderfull room.”

May 1, 2008 by Sarah
Overall Rating: 8

• Friendly service and
  English speaking.
• No personality - like any other hotel in any other city.

“Clean, safe, and convenient - a nice hotel for a quick stopover, but not a destination hotel for relaxation.”

Apr 10, 2008 by Vanessa
Overall Rating: 7

• Nice room with view and
  clean.
• No coffee maker.

“Big hotel in Montparnasse near metro. Staff very polite, room clean and
big bathroom.”

Jan 3, 2008 by Spainflyer
Overall Rating: 8

• Two categories of rooms - renovated and un-renovated.

“Well situated. Enormous (staff told us it was the second-largest hotel in Europe). Modern. Meals are expensive (Breakfast 23 euros, dinner buffet 46 euros). Good views.”

Dec 13, 2007 by Irene
Overall Rating: 10

• Convenient location, comfortable, large room and
  great view.
• Room was too warm, could not open windows.

“Very satisfied with the quality for the cost. Good location, large room with a great view. Windows don't open so it is warmer than
I prefer.”

Jul 16, 2007 by Chris
Overall Rating: 8

• Concierge service good.
• Asked for king size bed and didn't get it. Air conditioning poor in room. Maid entered room every morning.

“Excellent locale for trains/metro, plenty of bistros nearby.”

May 22, 2007 by Deepa
Overall Rating: 8

• I liked the location and friendly English-speaking staff.
• The rooms were decorated circa 70s, the bed was not comfortable-quite hard.

“The room was a good size, the public areas were very nice, the staff friendly but the rooms were outdated in 1970s colors and the beds were uncomfortable; not plush as in the Westin hotels in the U.S. I would call this a 3 star hotel. The location was excellent. Right next to the train station and many restaurants for all meals locally.”

May 21, 2007 by Dorothy
Overall Rating: 7

• Convenient to subways, airport bus, European return garage.
• Too far from the tourist sights and restaurants.

“Its excellent for business and conference type clients.”

Apr 18, 2007 by Ken
Overall Rating: 7

• International class hotel good for business traveller; close to Metro for easy access to rest of city.
• In area of newer building without character, but some of the Paris of your imagination can be found a few blocks away.

“Good for the business traveler. In a neighborhood without character outside of main touristic zone and near train station. Close to metro for easy access to the rest of the city. Some Paris character can be found a few blocks away.”

Feb 15, 2007 by Barbara Howells from Poole,Dorset,England
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[5]

• Loved hotel.
• A little far from centre of city.

“Room excellent, staff friendly and very helpful, Atlantic bar good but pricey, breakfast more than ample, cold buffet perfect but hot breakfast could have been hotter. We loved our time at hotel and would highly recommend.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Aug 31, 2006 by Dianna
Overall Rating: 6

• Right next to the subway.
• In a very ugly industrial area of town.

“It's a clean large hotel and the people are very friendly. However, the hotel is in an area with no class or charm, and in turn, the hotel has no charm. Also, there is no hair dryer.”

Jun 26, 2006 by MaryJo
Overall Rating: 8

• The concierge and the business center staff could not have been more helpful.

“Overall our stay at Le Meridian was pleasant. Close to the Metro and walking distance to the Left Bank.”

Jun 15, 2006 by Lee
Overall Rating: 10

• They spoke English.
• Far from the main attractions.

“Great hotel. Friendly staff. Not very close to main attractions but only a short merto ride. I would recommend to friends and family.”

Jun 6, 2006 by Joyce
Overall Rating: 10

• That they have people who speak English as well as French.
• Nothing.

“Beautiful hotel with helpful hotel clerks.”

Aug 24, 2005 by Randi from Sedona, AZ
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Great location and friendly staff
• No complaints - better than we expected

“Perfect location -- right near the airport bus and across from the metro. Near good restaurants and easy access to sightseeing locations. Staff was very accomodating.”

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Aug 15, 2005 by Mary from Apo Ae, VA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• We were upgraded to a better room when we got there.
• Expensive restaurants.

“The staff was wonderful and extremely helpful.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Aug 7, 2005 by Amy from San Mateo, CA
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• Concierge was helpful. metro station was across the street.
• Far from sites.

“We had read horror stories about this hotel and being stuck on the dreaded 23rd floor. Well, we were put on the 23rd floor. Our room was old and dirty. They also put us in a room with 2 twin beds. We asked for a regular double and were promptly moved to a room on the 24th floor. It was much nicer. Very clean with a modern bath. The hotel is far from the main sites in Paris, but is still easy to get to since there was a metro station across the street. It's also in a busy area with lots of restaurants and shops, so it was always easy to get a bite to eat.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Aug 6, 2005 by Abby from Roswell, GA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The staff were excellent & friendly.

“Le Meridian Montparnasse hotel staff is quality, helpful, nice and funny. I enjoyed the evening quips when I walked in from an evening out. While I did not meet the room cleaning staff, they were excellent.”

Jul 12, 2005 by Scott
Overall Rating: 8

• Nice bathroom, nice size room.
• A
  little faded but not a problem!

“High rise hotel with very adequate accommodations.”

Jul 4, 2005 by Ciro from New York, NY
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[1] • Location:[4]

• The color of the lounge
• Not a 4 stars AT ALL!!!!

“Horrible. Rooms nothing like advertised. Small beds. Dirty carpets. Old furniture. Bad baths. Really a 2 1/2 stars, not a 4.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Jun 16, 2005 by Samantha from Seattle, WA
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[7] • Location:[6]

• I liked the price...
• The hotel room was completely outdated and NOT 4 star!!!

“The lobby of the hotel was very nice and the facilities seemed in good shape. The room however was totally outdated with blankets and sheets that had to be almost 20 years old. The room was very small and needed some serious attention. I would NEVER stay at this hotel again.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Jun 4, 2005 by Ann from Kent england
Overall Rating: 9
Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• clean and spacious all the facilities you need on site
• lots of large parties - no a la carte restaurant at weekends

“Booked an executive room and it was excellent spacious spotlessly clean and well equipped - worth the extra. Hotel is out a little from the centre but near to metro (5mins amble away). Very close to Tour Montparnasse with THE BEST view over Paris and no queues! Buffet restaurant not to my taste but they have an excellent Michelin restaurant on site but it is closed weekends. Would recommend and after 5 disappointments have finally found a hotel in Paris that I feel comfortable in ( they are often very cramped and of dubious cleanliness) and that is realistically priced.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Jun 3, 2005 by Kendall from Seattle, WA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Lobby sculptures, helpful internet assistance, lobby music in the evening,
• liked it all

“Very comfortable, attractive hotel, well located and with pleasing personnel”

Jun 3, 2005 by Carol from Covington, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Close proximity to metro stops/helpful staff/excellent rooms/directly across from Air France shuttle bus stop from CDG airport

“We couldn't have asked for a better location or property during our five day stay in Paris. Enjoyed being "out" of the touristy areas and in this business/residental area.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Jun 3, 2005 by Richard from New York, NY
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[8] • Location:[5]

• The best shower I've ever had in Paris
• Too much of a convention feel; could be anywhere

“This is a fine hotel if you are in Paris for business. Since we are frequent visitors, it was a bit of a disappointment because it just didn't feel like being in Paris. ”

Apr 23, 2005 by Suzanne from Myrtle Beach, SC
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Great location.clean.friendly and helpful staff
• No coffee maker. Small rooms for a 4 star hotel.

“Excellent facility. Very Convenient last stop directly across from hotel for Air France bus from Charles DePaul airport. Very close to train, metro and bus stations. Very clean rooms. Comfortable beds.”

Apr 7, 2005 by Rob from Panama City Beach, FL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• clean lobby and rooms
• An important message for a meeting was delivered late (after the meeting)

“This is a modern high-rise hotel located next to the Montparnasse train station. Due to this location, there are plenty of bars/restaurants within walking distance. It is a five minute walk to the metro station (Montparnasse-Bienvenue or Gaite). The lobby/rooms are small compared to a US 4-star hotel, but in line with European standards. In addition, the lobby and rooms are well maintained. We actually had 2 separate reservations (one for Tue night, and one for Wed-Sun nights) and the hotel had no problem connecting the two reservations at checkin. The front desk clerk was extremely friendly!The view from the room (19th floor) was to the Southern part of the city. Most of the Parisian monuments are to the North. Thus, most of the view consisted of residential buildings and the train tracks leading from the Montparnasse station. The restaurants were overpriced, as the prices at the neighboring restaurants were approximately 1/4th the prices charged at the hotel. Because of this, the hotel lost additional revenue from us, as the excess prices outweighed the convenience of eating at the hotel. I would have had breakfast at the hotel if the prices were in the 12-15 Euro range, versus the 22 Euros charged for a European Continental breakfast. (Local restaurants were charging 6-12 Euros). I do understand the need for the hotel to charge a markup on their services, but 22 Euros for a croissant, juice and coffee is a bit outrageous.Overall, the stay was a pleasant experience. I would definitely consider staying at this hotel again the next time I visit Paris.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Apr 5, 2005 by Rob from Panama City Beach, FL
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• Great Location, Very Friendly Reception Staff, Very Clean Hotel
• Concierge Failed to deliver a message timely. Overpriced dining facilities.

“This is a modern high-rise hotel located next to the Montparnasse train station. Due to this location, there are plenty of bars/restaurants within walking distance. It is a five minute walk to the metro station (Montparnasse-Bienvenue or Gaite). The lobby/rooms are small compared to a US 4-star hotel, but in line with European standards. In addition, the lobby and rooms are well maintained.The view from the room (19th floor) was to the Southern part of the city. Most of the Parisian monuments are to the North. Thus, most of the view consisted of residential buildings and the train tracks leading from the Montparnasse station. The restaurants were overpriced, as the prices at the neighboring restaurants was approximately 1/4th the prices charged at the hotel. Because of this the hotel lost additional revenue from us, as the excess prices outweighed the convenience of eating at the hotel.Overall, the stay was a pleasant experience. I would definately consider staying at this hotel again the next time I visit Paris.”

Apr 1, 2005 by Bob from Peoria, IL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• Good location close to main train station. Air France bus from Charles DeGaul drops you of nearly at the front door to the hotel.
• Large modern business hotel so don't expect a small romantic Paris setting.

“Hotel was quite comfortable, well located and quiet. Did not use any hotel services but there were resturants, bars, massage, exercise room (no spa or pool). For the price it was a very good value for Paris.”

Mar 31, 2005 by Susan from Boothwyn, PA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Very close to the metro and regonal trains, many restarants.
• No coffee in room(standard for France though)

“Fantastic price, convenient for those who are comfortable using the metro.”

Mar 28, 2005 by John
Overall Rating: 10

• It was very big.

“I enjoyed my stay at Le Meridien Montparnasse in Paris. Although it was a large scale hotel it met my needs as to location and ease of transportation to and from the airport. It was also a short metro ride to the nightlife and Paris sights.”

Mar 25, 2005 by Charles from Inglewood, CA
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[1] • Location:[6]

• The lobby was nice.
• The room was like a 1970's Motel 6. Old 70's decor, damaged tiles, broken desk and terrible bed.

“The lobby had a nice atmosphere, but not 4 star. The hallways leading to your room liken an old warehouse, dark and dungeon-like. The room was horribe! Small, slightly dirty and extremely uncomfortable. I did not get a good night's sleep either night. ”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Mar 2, 2005 by Alice from Cupertino, CA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• easy access to COG
• concierge could be a little more friendly and helpful

“good value; it isn't very close to Eiffel tower as the website indicate.”

Mar 1, 2005 by Alice from Cupertino, CA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[6]

• The room is very nice and clean; location is great for CDG access via air France bus
• The concierge staff are hit and miss; some are nice and helpful, some are what you expected of French service industry-not friendly or helpful.

“Great price for the hotel. The location isn't as close to Eiffel Tower as it mentioned on the website.”

Feb 25, 2005 by Lian from Worthington, MA
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[2] • Location:[7]

• good location, airport transportation
• poorly maintained, loud construction noise, and poor directions from concierge

“Dirty carpets, loud construction noise throughout the day, and ridiculously expensive internet connections. a D+”

Feb 21, 2005 by Jeff from Mountain View, CA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Location - near Metro and train station. English readily spoken by staff.
• Some rooms not yet updated, lots of smoking in areas clearly marked 'no smoking'.

“Staff accommodating, rooms of reasonable size and nice quality. Some rooms have been updated and are of much nicer quality than those still awaiting updating. Very comfortable though fresh air seriously lacking in guest rooms due to non-opening windows and feeble 'vents' at the bottom of windows. The bar is a very convenient place for meeting at the end of your day, though expensive even by Parisian standards with 12 - 14 Euro gin and tonic.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Feb 12, 2005 by Geoff from Raleigh, NC
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[7] • Location:[5]

• Good quality room
• Location weak for central Paris activities

“Good hotel for meetings, etc.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Feb 12, 2005 by Terry from Exton, PA
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• proximity to Montparnasse restaurants
• housekeeping was spotty; breakfast not included which was a surprise

“Hotel is ok...clean, well located. Surprised for a hotel of this grade that breakfast is not included. Most European hotels that I've stayed in include this...even at the 3 star level.”

Jan 26, 2005 by Kevin from Portland, OR
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Excellent location, beautiful rooms

“Other than not been able to lower the temperature in the room everything else was great.”

Jan 6, 2005 by Wendyth from Columbia, SC
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• comfortable beds and linens
• no coffee available except through room service or bar

“The smoke smell of course was offensive in the lobby because folks in France do smoke incessantly.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Dec 19, 2004 by Mary Beth G. from Philadelphia
Overall Rating: 6

“The hotel had renovated rooms and unrenovated rooms, the unrenovated rooms absolutely did not meet a 4 star standard. Also the hotel is on the very very edge of the latin quarter. ”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Dec 19, 2004 by Jugoslav Z. from Greendale
Overall Rating: 9

“Hotel was in excellent locale. Close to metro and bus system. Excellent hotel for an excellent price.”