Hôtel Meslay République

Location: 3, rue Meslay, Paris, Paris, 75003, Paris, FR

Star Rating: 7.8 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - anytime

Check-out: 11:30 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Free WiFi
• 24-hour front desk
• Luggage storage
• Street parking
• Elevator
• Free airport transportation
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Library
• Safe-deposit box at front desk
• Free newspapers in lobby
• Smoke-free property
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)

Rooms Available

• Triple Room

  1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

  183 sq feet

  
  

  Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway beds (free) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Partially open bathroom
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

• Single Room

  1 Double Bed

  129 sq feet

  
  

  Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway beds (free) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Partially open bathroom
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

• Twin Room

  2 Twin Beds

  151 sq feet

  
  

  Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway beds (free) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Partially open bathroom
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

• Double Room

  1 Double Bed

  129 sq feet

  
  

  Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway beds (free) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Partially open bathroom
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

• Superior Double Room

  1 Double Bed

  194 sq feet

  
  

  Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway beds (free) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Partially open bathroom
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

• Twin Room Single Use

  1 Twin Bed

  118 sq feet

  
  

  Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Partially open bathroom
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

• Double Room Single Use

  1 Double Bed

  129 sq feet

  
  

  Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and minibar (fees may apply)

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Partially open bathroom
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

Guest Reviews

• Alexandra (10/5): - Really warm staff. The place is spotless and run really well. I would definitely stay here again.
• Eithne (8/5): - Lovely, quiet hotel with really kind and helpful staff. Great for a tourist only using the hotel to sleep and shower before going out for the day - very well connected travel wise and close to the Seine. Had a late flight when leaving and the staff were able to keep my suitcase until the evening so I didn’t have to worry about any of those ones for hire in the city.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Nice for a solo traveler - Great for a solo traveler. Everything is very practical and tidy. Location is central and right next to République and Temple metro stops. One thing is you have to leave the key at the reception every time you step out, but it's a good way to get to know the friendly staff.
• Jean-Christophe (8/5): Great value for low frills - If you're stuck in Paris for any reason and looking for a comfortable, charming spot to lay low, this is definitely a decent choice. Located a stone's throw from Place de la Republique, the hotel is close to multiple metro lines and is located in an area with plenty to do. While the hotel itself may be a little outdated in its furnishings, the building still has its charm, and the staff is extremely pleasant. I always came back to a clean room, and there was plenty of space for my things. All in all, a good stay.
• Beatriz (6/5): - Very convenient location and ok for a couple of nights.
• Verified traveler (8/5): Cute place. - Perfect for a one-night stay. My brother and I got a twin room, and the twin beds are teeny, but again, it was a one night stay. It's old-fashioned but very clean, and the staff was very helpful and friendly. Great location near the Place de la République, the Marais, Canal St. Martin, etc.
• Lisa (10/5): Charming Parisienne hotel - Great location close to the metro. Staff were extremely personable and helpful. Would definitely stay again!
• Phil (8/5): - Nice location, close to metro entrance. My room was kinda like being in the attic. Skylight for a window. Property wss a bit worn.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Very pleased with this hotel. Check-in went smooth and location was close to restaurants, bakeries and the metro. Super helpful staff and room had a great view.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Not as expected - The best asset of this hotel is it's people! Hotel is very run down . Electric outlets are ripped out of walls; tiles coming off the bathtub; sink was broken; carpet is horribly old and we got TV working only once when one of hotel employees turned it on for us and it stayed all day on (next day we could't turn it on again). Also, we had trouble sleeping with all the noise from outside.Owners need to fix hotel up!!!! Your employees are great at trying to help customers, but condition of the hotel is "sorry". Will not stay there again.
• James (8/5): Comfortable and convenient location - Reception was good, room safe was locked and they didn't get it open while we were there, so had to check our things at the front desk. Nice bathroom.
• Verified traveler (8/5): was fine - No ceiling fan-it was on a stand. Could not figure out the TV. ( but I did not ask for help) Very busy area-but my room was quiet. 2 minute walk to the Metro Wifi was a bit spotty-but overall good Staff were pleasant, and I could see they were making an effort with the other guests
• Verified traveler (6/5): - Good location with basic amenities for a quick trip to Paris.
• Margaret (10/5): A Central Gem for a Good Price - The hotel is very close to the Place de la Republique metro station, which is a hub for many metro lines so it's very easy to get around the city. There are plenty of places around to eat and drink. The room was small but perfectly good enough for a long weekend stay with wardrobe, desk and bedside tables. The shower cubicle in the bathroom is a bit tight to get in and out of but the shower itself is very good. Everywhere is spotless. There is always someone on Reception if you need anything. There is a lift.
• Aashish (10/5): Great value. Would definitely recommend! - The building is old but that didn’t matter. The rooms were neat, clean, spacious, and well ventilated. The staff were also very friendly and helpful. Buffet breakfast was good. Location of the hotel was perfect. Less than a minute walk to the subway station.
• Maxime (8/5): Nice stay in République - Good hotel offering comfortable stay in a buzzing neighborhood but in a quiet side street.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Paris in october is always lovely - Hotel Meslay République is consistent with what one expects of a 3 star hotel in Paris. Its location is extremely convenient with with many buses & 5 metro lines at nearby Republique. Convenient shopping, (not great) restaurants & cafes, good covered markets & nearby museums etc. Hotel rooms are small & basic—not comfortable for long stays—but clean & functional. Service is very good & the staff are friendly. I would recommend the hotel for those who will be busy in the centre of Paris for a short stay.
• Michael (8/5): - Good location near metro. Quiet. Friendly staff. Good continental breakfast with a good selection of items and pleasant service.
• Neil (6/5): Hotel Meslay Republique - Paris - The location was great and the people at the reception desk were very helpful and friendly. The room itself was a little bit tired. The TV and fridge did not work. It was also very hot during our stay so we had to sleep with the window open and the fan on which reduced privacy and introduced a lot of traffic noise as there was no air conditioning.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - This was a very pleasant serprise
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Everything fine
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Convenient hotel in a nice area
• Chris (8/5): Great value for money in good location. - I stayed here for a Thursday night while seeing Paris solo on way to meet friends the next day. It is a simple standard hotel. For the money spent I was pleased. The staff were friendly and the room was clean. The rooms may be a bit dated, but they were clean and the bed was comfy. Staff were helpful. And the location was walking distance from so much and the metro. I'd hapily stay here again, was great value for money. Nice and quiet too.
• David (10/5): Bhoys on tour - We all had a wonderful stay in the hotel the staff were friendly and helpful the room was cleaned daily The city and the sites have to be seen
• Sibyl (8/5): Cheap and cheerful - It was better than expected, given the reviews I'd read. The staff were helpful, friendly and interesting- ended up getting a lecture on the development of European languages from the front desk guy, he was printing me out directions and maps every time I asked him a question about anything. The rooms were fine. We had a twin and a double room, it was as expected. Nothing special. Couldn't figure out how to get the TV to work, but I bet if I asked the front desk guy, he'd have helped... probably would have printed out instructions for me! Didn't have breakfast there, as there's a bunch of places right outside the door- everything from a proper french bakery across the street (which serves take out coffee) to a McDonald's and Burger King right around the corner.
• JD (8/5): Convenient economical well positioned - Central to metro bus routes plus excellent wholesale outlets in same and near streets. Value shopping for attire. Good local food/bars.
• Roy (2/5): very disapointing hotel, especially for its price. - very disapointing hotel, especially for its price tag! it might look like an authentic Parisian hotel from the outside but the inside dates as far back as the middle ages! although the staff is very nice and helpful, everything else is borderline a disaster! the room are very old!! furniture, bathroom, shower, tables, etc. The hot water takes a minimum of 30 min to work (and it barely does). TV is a 10 inch screen!
• Verified traveler (4/5): good location but 20 euro/night B&B standard hotel - Good location I think no refurbished or maintenance work done since years and years Bathroom tiles broken, rough carpet, rough floors, B&B quality hotel Expedia should inspect hotel before putting it on sale on their website (specially at this rate)
• Adrian (4/5): Run away - Horrible run down hotel in a questkonable and noisy neiborghood the elevator did not work for over 24 hs
• Verified traveler (8/5): Hotel was in good district - Close to restaurants, shopping, very busy love to the area, and it was very safe. There was also a McDonald's close, which we ate breakfast every morning for six euros, versus 40. The hotel staff were very helpful and fluent in English which meant a lot.
• David (8/5): Great service - The hotel was perfectly fine for what I was paying. What was truly outstanding was the customer service. The people who worked there tried to make sure that I had everything I needed. The service is what would draw me back here again.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Not what the pictures looks like - Very small room, heat did not work, shower door broken.
• Fernando (8/5): Clean and Basic - Nice Stay, the Hotel is Close to Republic Square easy acess to the Metro, a nices restaurants around
• Dennis j (6/5): - All could be better if the hotel is upgraded
• Hugh (8/5): Republique - Good location close to metro and at edge of the Marais, easy walk to Notre Dame. On quieter side street, but away from bustle, with more of a neighborhood feel.
• Rebecca (6/5): Friends Reunion in Paris - This hotel was very convenient to transportation to get around the city. It was the convenience that made me happy with our stay. However, the beds were extremely uncomfortable, the elevator didn't work when we were there and had to climb 6 flights of stairs with luggage and daily, and you could hear everything outside the window. Not a quiet neighborhood. The staff was extremely friendly though. Would stay here again.
• Alice (8/5): Nice hotel in a great area. - Very friendly. Helpful and accommodating desk staff and breakfast cook. No air conditioning but otherwise clean and comfortable.
• Cutie (8/5): Nice hotel close to subway - Unable to book in as we had arrived early. However we were able to leave our luggage and go for a walk and return later. There is no air conditioning but a fan was provided. A pleasant stay and would return.
• Nina (10/5): Charming hotel with great service. - Loved this hotel and the service. The location was great too. A little farther away from where I needed to go each day but the walk was easy.
• Lee-ann (10/5): Excellent hotel in a good location - The hotel is located near a Metro Station that has multiple lines, so it very handy for getting around Paris. It was a hotel that I didn't arrive with high expectations, but was very impressed with what we had. For what it was and what we paid it was exception value for money. We made a boo boo with the booking and instead of kicking us out they did everything to accommodate us in our same room for the extra day.
• Paul (8/5): - The hotel is in a lively but friendly part of town, there's loads of cafe's, restaurants & bars around the area also plenty of shops too. The local metro has great connections too. The hotel itself is pleasant the room was a little outdated and plain but we were out all day & just slept in the room which didn't really bother us as the bed was comfy enough so we got a great nights sleep. The staff on reception were always around to help and provide information. Would definitely stay there again.
• Verified traveler (4/5): Choose somewhere else if you plan to stay long - It was just OK. It is in need of updating: new beds, curtains, carpet...etc. It's decor is from the 70's and the bed was hideously uncomfortable. We ordered a room with two beds and only got one. It is Paris, but this hotel was not comfortable at all~
• Verified traveler (10/5): close to attraction, clean - Easy access to attractions, room is clean and comfortable
• Angela (8/5): Nice hotel close to train station - Clean 3 star hotel close to train station, subway,and many attractions
• Verified traveler (6/5): Adequate - Firstly, I didn't choose the hotel (chosen by organiser of the group) and would have preferred 4*. The difference was clear. The hotel was very tatty: marked walls in bedroom, upholstery on corner of bed base was worn off completely, chair joints had parted, shower room tiled badly grouted, etc. The first room I was given was stifling; the window opening into an internal light tube. Two narrow single beds were pushed together and very uncomfortable - I would turn over in the night and put my arm across the very hard mattress piping. I hardly slept. I changed the following day to a front room - noisy when window was open but good double glazing. The double bed was much more comfortable. The booking confirmation stated that there would be a balcony - there are no balconies at all just a decorative balustrade across the longer than usual windows. But it was very central - just a few minutes walk to the Place de la Republic and its metro station with five lines passing through. Pleasant and helpful reception staff but the breakfast (optional) offering isn't worth E12. At the patisserie a few minutes walk away I had cafe Americano and a croissant for E2.80. Even if more items were added it would be difficult to spend E12. Takeaway coffee and a croissant was E1.90.
• John (8/5): Convenient, accessible - Well located hotel with comfortable bed. Very accessible to transport, food and shops. Friendly staff
• Verified traveler (6/5): nice hotel - Good location, metro station near. Nice neighborhood.
• philippe (2/5): Cheap staff, not recommended - I booked and prepaid the hotel room at the rate of 107,38€ via hotels.com. when I arrived at the hotel, the receptionist old me they wrongly inputted 107,30€ on my credit card, and they request that I pay the missing 0.08€ at check-out! I mentioned that for 0.08€ they could make a commercial gesture, and they looked at me as if I was a thief!!! Same experience in the morning when I add to pay the extra 0.08€. Really cheap people...
• Oren (8/5): Good hotel, worth the money - Went for buisness, nice place, great location, good price.
• Verified traveler (10/5): A good price close to Metro lines - Hotel Meslay Republique was a nice hotel with a friendly, helpful staff. The hotel is not lavish but comfortable. The room was about average size for a Paris hotel room, but the furniture was very smartly chosen to be conservative on size so that the room did not feel unduly crowded. An in-room safe, small refrigerator, hair dryer, HD cable TV, The bathroom was adequate with a slightly smaller than average bathtub to fit the space. This was still OK for an adult to bathe without problems. The hotel sits just next to the Place de la Republique so has easy access (1-2 minute walk) to Metro lines. The street and the hotel were both fairly quiet, even on New Year's eve.
• Rosa (4/5): Disappointing - The hotel is not as nice as pictured online. When we arrived, the cabdriver kept pointing to it and we didn't recognize it! The area, in particular the plaza, is crawling with seedy characters at night. We searched for a place to eat breakfast in the neighborhood and although there are plenty of restaurants, we found nothing more substantial than coffee and rolls, so we ended up paying the hotel 24 Euros a day for breakfast. The hotel breakfast room attendants were very accomodating. The front desk was not very helpful. The day we arrived, the lady on duty couldn't even tell us where the closest Metro entrance was! She claimed she never took the Metro. The room was very dated, in dire need of remodeling. Space was at a premium--we couldn't hardly open two small suitcases at once. There was only one chair, aside from the desk chair; so a couple couldn't sit and relax. The shower was minute. I couldn't turn around without burning myself on the hot water pipe and I'm an average-sized woman. The free WiFi was very nice. Had no problems with connection. I guess we didn't pay attention during booking; but there is NO air conditioning! In mid September, we had some hot evenings. The noise outside did not bother us when the windows were closed.
• Michael (8/5): Good location, nice stay - Clean older hotel. Good location, easy access to subway. Breakfast was basic and fine but not included in rate. The lady at reception seemed a little cold at first but after a couple conversations she was actually quite nice, and helpful.
• estelle (8/5): Meslay - Stay was good, staff friendly, the location is reasonable close to Gard d nord and tube access was 50 yards away from hotel.
• Mary (4/5): Not Up to Expectations, Fair Hotel - We booked our room for 7 nights specifically at this hotel because the hotel.com website said this room had a balcony and ceiling fan (since there is no air conditioning here we thought that was important). We got neither upon checking in, went to front desk to get our room switched, and were told they had no other rooms available even though we booked almost three months in advance, front desk staff avoided issue after that. Sent an email to hotel.com requesting their intervention, never received any response. Rooms are minimlly furnished, bed mattress was in poor condition. Advertised as being in Marais neighborhood, but this is in out-skirts of town.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Good location and decent value. - Nothing fantastic, a bit tired but overall I'd have no hesitation in recommending this hotel.
• lawrence (10/5): Paris 10/21/14 - the hotel is in a not so great part of paris But Very excessable to the Best Metro station that can take you to all for the Best sights in Paris ans also the hotel is SUPER CLEAN that is a mager Plus !! :)
• mmf (8/5): Great location, very nice big bathroom, excellent - Staff very friendly and helpful! Great convenient hotel.
• Dominic (8/5): Nice quite hotel - Good location, the hunting pictures are a bit of putting. WiFi is rubbish even at reception. Shower was cramped but on a plus they have baths. Good sized rooms for Paris and bed was comfortable. Would stry again if they fixed the wifi
• richbodz (8/5): Nice hotel next to metro - Hotel with good location, staff were helpful, room was good size with comfortable double bed. Restaurants, fast food outlets across road.
• Arden (6/5): Good service - We stayed at this hotel for one night prior to returning home the next day. Our room was comfortable and the service of the desk staff excellent. We enjoyed exploring the Marais district in the afternoon and there were plenty of restaurants in the area to choose for dinner. Our breakfast the next morning was not as generous and more expensive than we experienced in 2 star hotels. The coffee was tepid at best. We chose the prepaid taxi trip to the airport and arrived as promised but only after an hour's scenic tour of rush hour Paris to pick up others followed by 15 terrifying minutes on the freeway. I would not recommend the prepaid taxi. I would stay at this hotel again.
• Sharon (6/5): Nice hotel close to transport and restaurants. - The hotel is staffed by friendly and helpful personnel. The room, although small, was clean and adequate for our 5 day stay. We heard no noise from other guests, although sometimes outside noise could be heard when our window was open; there is no air conditioning or fan. There's a fridge, but no kettle, so if you want a cup of tea/coffee, you have to go out to the cafe across the street. I'd suggest taking a travel kettle! The metro station is about 50 metres away and at 1.70 Euros is a great way to get around. It is only a 20 minute walk to Notre Dame and the Seine River. I would definitely stay here again.
• Tan (6/5): the 1st trip to paris - the room has strong musty odor.
• Marg (8/5): Nice hotel within walking distance to hub - Very nice clean hotel and friendly staff willing to help with anything that you might ask. The only problem was that the room was very warm with no airconditioning and it would be unbearable in summer. Lucky we went in autumn.
• Tom (4/5): If you can tolerate noise and cigeratte smell, - Room is small! Don't have anything in the room most basic hotel has (coffee maker, iron, etc.). Staff was not too friendly. Very noisy and no AC, have to open window and take in all the second hand smoke from everyone smoking in Paris.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Adequate hotel, sullen service - We stayed for 1 night before heading to the airport. The room was comfortable enough, and less cramped than many. The neighborhood is less touristy, which meant less foot traffic at night, although Republic square very near by bustles during the day. The service at the front desk was sullen and grudging. WiFi codes were doled out silently--note that although it's "free," you need to obtain one code per device from the desk, and the codes expire after 5 hours--so you're required to repeat your supplication to the unhelpful staff twice or more per day, and good luck getting codes for both your phone and tablet.
• Jamie (6/5): Convenient location - The best thing this place has going for it is the location. Lots of cute restaurants and bars, a Monoprix, and two metro stations. However, it had a few issues. Our room was TINY (although the bathroom was a decent size, considering.) there was a lot of noise from the alley we were facing, and there didn't seem to be any temp control (thank goodness we were there in early September when we didn't really need it,) the staff was mostly friendly, though there was one lady who worked mornings who was more interested in her phone conversations than helping us out (seriously, she was ALWAYS on the phone!) I would recommend this to someone looking for a good location and who doesn't plan on spending much time in their room. However, I'll probably give another place a shot if I find myself in Paris again.
• Brenxa (8/5): 3 star but 5 star for location - Stayed for 7 nights. Good hotel for its 3 star category. The best thing going for this hotel is its location. It's close to almost everything - metro with 5 lines, grocery, shops, patisserie for breakfast croissants. The lady at the desk is a bit on the unfriendly side but the older gentlemen who are usually there in the evenings make up for her attitude. They also have a car service (Mokrane) who took us to thé airport. Reasonable flat fée. Thé hôtel does not hâve airconditoning so it can be à bit stuffy on a warm night but You can open the windows for a breeze.
• Lee (8/5): Good hotel. Nice neighborhood. - Small room but ok for the price. It was unseasonably hot for autumn so we had to have windows open the whole time which made it noisy. Air con would have been nice. Staff friendly and no surprises. Great location by Republique and nice area. No complaints.
• Judy (6/5): - The hotel was clean and although the room was small it was comfortable and clean. While not much in the immediate vicinity the hotel is close to the Metro.
• David (2/5): Not worth the price for one star hotel at best - The room was small, but ok. There is no kettle, no coffee, no tea and milk in room. Bathroom was not comfortable, no sample size shower gel, shampoo and condition at all. One big bottle of shampoo by the sink for use. A new sample size soap bar for the first day provided. The hotel service was below standard. Location of the hotel was close to Metro.
• Linda (8/5): Affordable, convenient stay in Paris - We stayed here 8 nights in July 2014 and found the hotel to meet our needs.
• Ken (4/5): Very very noisey location - Lady at front desk very unpleasant, and not very helpful , any thing you asked seemed to difficult
• Fiona (8/5): Great location with comfort - In excellent area close to transport, shops, cafes and tourist destinations. Staff friendly. A very pleasant place to stay.
• John (8/5): Oldish style hotel good for central Paris - Not a particularly flash hotel but functional and handy for central Paris. Staff were friendly and helpful and room service was good. Breakfast only taken on one day and was fine if you took advantage of all that was available. If you only wanted a coffee and croissant then E12 is a bit steep and you would be better going to one of the nearby cafes of which there are several. During our stay there were a series of late night concerts going on in La Place de La Republique nearby so noise was a problem late at night but probably true of anywhere in central Paris.
• Patrick (8/5): Well placed between Gare du Nord and city centre - A perfectly good hotel on a quiet street close to the Republique metro station and a pleasant 25 minute walk from the Pompidou Centre. Our room had a small balcony. The bathroom was fine and the room provided all the usual hotel requirements. I had a bike and was allowed to leave it in the tiny courtyard.
• Buknjak (8/5): Great Location, Close to Metro - Overall good, all staff very friendly & helpful. Would be a huge improvement if tea/coffee facilities were provided in the rooms. No A/C or ceiling fans either, fortunately for us the nights weren't that warm.
• Dani (8/5): Great location in Paris! - We really liked the location of this hotel. Easy access to the Metro and the rooms were very clean. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was a great start to the day. My only complaint would be that there is no air conditioning and we had to open the windows at night to stay cool. It was noisy outside and we had difficulty sleeping.
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Very good location. Walking distance form the subway. clean, friendly staff.
• Denise (10/5): Great stay! Will be back! - We were on vacation in Paris and we were very pleased with hotel. Near metro stations, great bakery across the street. For coffee and croissants etc. grocery store down the street! Buffalo Grill restaurant across the street. Hotel staff very helpful! Will stay again.
• Dave (6/5): Central location but a bit dowdy - This hotel seems to be in a time warp - late 70s early 80s - it would benefit from an update - it is a great location near Place de la Republique - handy for the metro and within good walking distance of Notre Dame and other central attractions - surrounded by a good selection and variety of eating and drinking options - the staff seemed half asleep much of the time (maybe since the 1980s...) - amenities in the hotel are functional but there's nothing exciting or welcoming about it - everything is ok, but Paris merits better.
• Francois (6/5): Nothing special, got the job done - This hotel was located in a convenient spot, but was honestly nothing special. It was far out from all the attractions, so if your main reason is to be a tourist this may not be the best choice. If you don't mind the subway system you could make it work.
• darci (8/5): Homey little place - Great little hotel bordering the Marais area close to everything and close to Republique metro. Lots of cafés and Meslat street is full of shoe shops! I walked everywhere with no problem. Rooms are a little dated but clean and comfortable. Staff was amazing and went above and beyond. I did not partake in breakfast but it is available. Great find.
• Timothy (6/5): If your looking for Mediocre this is the place. - I am not sure how the other rooms are. But the room we were given 103 was one of the ugliest hotel rooms I have ever seen. The walls looked like they were painted in 1940's and never touched again. The blanket was a bright orange. The furniture had seen better days. The carpet looked like it wasn't vacuumed regularly. If it was a cheap deal I would overlook all those things but with the price I paid I expected better. The only redeeming thing was the internet worked and the reception staff were pleasant except the woman. The location is strategic with the metro just two minutes away. You can get to the Eiffel Tower in 15 minutes via the metro. If you don't mind bad decor, and mediocre experience for a high cost then look no further.
• Alan (6/5): Average Hotel - Hotel was handy to the subway but not an ideal area. Lot's of homeless people asking you for money with a cigarette in one hand a beer in the other! The staff were generally pleasant although the big lady at reception on our last day was rude and unhelpful and would be better served away from the guests. The single beds are the smallest I have encountered. Breakfast was not included in the room rate which is unusual and this was only explained at check-out, you would achieve far better value buying you breakfast away from the hotel as there is no shortage of food options.
• Andy (8/5): Good find - Good location near Republic metro stop. Plenty of reasonable restaurants nearby. We walked to the Louvre and Latin Quarter and Montmartre. Long walk but safe and easy. We spent 4 nights at Hotel Meslayand will stay there again. The front desk staff were excellent and helpful.
• S Norris (10/5): Vacation stay - The service at Meslay Republique was outstanding. The desk personnel were very courteous and helpful.
• Amy (8/5): Good hotel, good location - I chose this hotel because it's just a few stops on the Metro from Gard du Nord. Le Marais is a good location, there are some lovely cobbled streets in the area and interesting shops off the main drag. There is a large supermarket near the hotel. The hotel itself is well-maintained, the room was a good size and the staff were friendly and welcoming. It was a comfortable and convenient place to stay. On the down-side, the walls were quite thin. Each night I heard a woman talking, presumably on the phone as her's was the only voice I could hear. Could also hear doors opening and closing. Also note, there is no tea/coffee in room, no fridge and no iron/board. Not a big deal for a short stay.
• Debbie (6/5): Hotel accessible by Metro from train station - Convenient location -accessible to many tourists spots by metro Hotel clean -staff pleasant
• Stut (8/5): Quiet street - On quiet street, very good location and comfy hotel
• Verified traveler (8/5): great location - very good except for the bathroom that was too small
• Carole (8/5): Close to Metro, Shops, Markets, Cafes - I would have preferred to have coffee maker in room, but I was ok with McDonald's right around the corner. I bathroom was much bigger than I even imagined....very nice! Beds were comfortable. We even had a little balcony, a plus!! The hotel is old which I actually preferred to stay in, since I love all the old architecture in Paris, not the new stuff. 10 minute (or less) metro ride to the Louvre, Ile de la Cite (Notre Dame), and more. Plus Free Wifi!!!!
• EFair (6/5): it's Paris, after all - Yes, the room was small and older, but this is Paris. How much time will you really be spending in the room? Being in The Marais and so close to everything was really nice. The staff was nice as well.
• Vav (8/5): Nice small hotel in great location - We had a great stay at the Hotel Meslay Republique. The rooms are small but comfortable, and the staff was helpful in arranging airport transportation and information about tours. The location just off of the Place de Republique is also fantastic - one block from the Metro (with five lines), and very close to lots of restaurants and shopping. The square is also a great place to people watch.
• rigo (8/5): close to a landmark... - very well located hotel with access to every where, from everywhere in the city
• Chris (10/5): Convenient location 3 minues from the Metro. - Friendly welcoming staff, comfortable rooms and an excellent selection for Continental Breakfast. We were celebrating a birthday - a familily group of 11 from teenagers to septagenarians occupying 6 rooms. Everybody was very happy with the choice of hotel.
• Adam (10/5): Great stay in Paris - So close to the Metro and easily accessible to all the city highlights! The hotel was great and extremely clean. I even liked the idea of leaving the key at the front desk whenever we left…no chance at all to lose it :) I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends & family in the future.
• Nickie (6/5): Good location - Basic hotel. The pictures on website give a false impression of the bedrooms, ours were very small.
• Christine (8/5): Very central - We could not fault Hotel Meslay. Both location and hotel were very good. The staff were very helpful and we would definitely recommend it.
• Paul (8/5): Convenient Location Near Metro - The Republique Metro station is nearby and allows for easy access to much of the city. The front desk staff were very helpful confirming restaurant reservations and arranging for the airport shuttle. The room on the back of the building had no view but was very quiet at night.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Nice small boutique hotel - Basing from the reviews, etc. I wasn't really expecting the Ritz but this one is worth the price. The great thing about this place is the location. It's in the 3rd Arrondisement at the Place de la Republique. There was the Metro station just a few steps away. The staff (one guy) working when I arrived was very helpful about my concern on getting to Larudees on time. He showed me which Metro to take, which station I will get off and the whole bit. I was impressed by this guy. He also arranged an airport shuttle for me on my departure date. The room was indeed small but that's really all I need. It was clean and good pressure on the shower. There was also an ample supply of towels which was very important to me. Overall, I would stay and recommend this hotel again.

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