1er Etage Marais offers a refined Parisian guesthouse experience tucked away in the city's most beloved LGBTQ+ neighbourhood. Behind a discreet façade, this intimate address welcomes travellers looking for the warmth of a home and the elegance of a boutique stay. Just steps from the rainbow-flagged cafés and bars of the Marais, it is a thoughtful base for a romantic weekend, a cultural city break or a longer Parisian escape.
Located in Le Marais District, a 10-minute walk from Ile de la Cité and Noter-Dame Cathedral, 1er Etage Marais is a modern-style hotel set on the 1st floor of a 17th-century building with just 5 guest rooms. It has a communal living room with a fireplace and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV.
The uniquely-decorated rooms at 1er Etage Marais have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Free WiFi access and a safe are provided.
A continental breakfast is available every morning and restaurants can be found within a walking distance. After breakfast, you can go to the Pompidou Center 984 feet away. Free coffee, tea, soft drinks and biscuits are available.
The accommodations is located a 5-minute walk from Hotel de Ville Metro Station which provides direct access to Palais-Royal Musée du Louver or Place de la Bastille.
1er Etage Marais cultivates the discreet charm of a Parisian apartment turned guesthouse, where personal welcome and tasteful interiors take precedence over standardised hotel codes. The atmosphere is calm, residential and refined, perfectly suited to LGBTQ+ travellers who appreciate privacy and a sense of being at home while exploring the capital.
The address attracts a cosmopolitan clientele, including many same-sex couples drawn to the inclusive spirit of the Marais. Solo guests, friends travelling together and creative visitors will find a quietly stylish setting that pairs Haussmannian character with contemporary touches, depending on the room category.
Located in the 4th arrondissement, the guesthouse sits within walking distance of the rue des Archives, rue Vieille du Temple and rue Sainte-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie, the streets that form the lively core of gay Paris. Bars, clubs, cafés, bookshops and boutiques follow one another in a neighbourhood where LGBTQ+ life unfolds openly, day and night.
Beyond the rainbow scene, the Marais is one of the most photogenic districts of the city. The Place des Vosges, the Picasso Museum, the Centre Pompidou and Notre-Dame are all reachable on foot. Several métro stations, including Saint-Paul, Hôtel de Ville and Rambuteau, connect the area to the rest of Paris within minutes.
Rooms at 1er Etage Marais are designed as Parisian retreats, combining period details with carefully chosen furnishings. According to the category, guests may enjoy elegant parquet floors, large windows opening onto typical Marais rooftops or quiet courtyards, and modern bathrooms.
The hosting style is what defines the experience: attentive, low-key and well informed about the local scene. The team can share recommendations on restaurants, gay nightlife, cultural events and seasonal highlights such as the Marais Pride and the Paris Pride march.
1er Etage Marais is particularly well suited to weekend getaways for couples, romantic stays, cultural escapes and longer visits combining work and leisure. Its central position lets travellers walk back from a late dinner or a night out without ever leaving the neighbourhood, while remaining a comfortable haven to return to between two Parisian discoveries.
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Deluxe Double Room22m²1 Queen bed(s) TV Air conditioning Private bathroom Flat-screen TV Soundproof City view | Search availabilities with your dates for this hotel | |
Superior Double Room16m²1 Queen bed(s) TV Air conditioning Private bathroom Flat-screen TV Soundproof | Search availabilities with your dates for this hotel | |
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Please note that the reception is not staffed after 14:00, however access is possible at all times thanks to access codes. Guests will receive the access codes by email 7 days prior to arrival or just after reservation is confirmed for last minute reservations. Guests are required to verify their email box including the spam box.
Please note that access codes cannot be given if the property has not received the prepayment or the pre-authorization on the credit card. Full payment will occur upon departure for flexible reservations or upon reservation for Non Refundable rates.
The rooms are accessed via 1 flight of stairs in a building with no elevator.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.