7 Cité Bergère, 75009 Paris
Hotel des Arts - Cite Bergere
Hotel 2-star in Paris
Presentation
The Hôtel des Arts Cité Bergère welcomes you to one of the most singular spots in Paris: a private street sheltered from traffic, where time seems to pass differently, just minutes on foot from the capital’s busiest arteries. This two-star property with 25 rooms cultivates a family-house atmosphere, far from the anonymity of large chains, and that is precisely what sets it apart from the first minutes.
The Cité Bergère, a discreet address in the 9th arrondissement, offers unexpected calm to those who know the bustle of central Paris. Yet it takes only a few steps to reach the boulevard and find yourself at the heart of the movement. Grands Boulevards metro station is just a short walk away, making travel to any neighbourhood in Paris as simple as it is pleasant.
The hotel is run by the Grare couple, and this is immediately noticeable in the quality of the welcome. The attention paid to guests, the staff’s cheerful availability, the warmth of the general atmosphere: all contribute to giving the impression of being received by people who take their work sincerely to heart. The reception is open twenty-four hours a day, ensuring a constant presence whatever the hour of your arrival or your questions during your stay.
The 25 rooms are divided into three categories, each with its own identity. The double or twin rooms, measuring ten to thirteen square meters, are compact in the Parisian sense of the word: space is limited, as in many hotels in central Paris, and if you travel with bulky luggage or if you want a lot of freedom of movement in your room, it’s better to know this before booking. That said, every square meter is designed to be fully functional, resulting in a space where the essentials are present without cumbersome excess.
Decoration plays an important role in the atmosphere of each room. Each has its own style, its own colour palette, avoiding the monotonous repetition often found in hotels of this category. You do not stay in an interchangeable room but in a space with its own personality, which helps make each stay memorable in its own way.
All rooms are equipped with a large comfortable double bed or two single beds according to your preferences, making them suitable for couples as well as friends travelling together. The private bathroom, with either a shower or a bathtub depending on the room, is supplied with toiletries. A hairdryer is also available, as well as satellite television with Canal Plus.
Wi‑Fi is free in all rooms, and a soundproofing system further enhances acoustic comfort already favoured by the quiet of the private street. You can therefore work, rest or simply unwind without being disturbed by outside noise.
The family suite deserves special attention. At thirty square meters, it is a generous option for families or for those who want a larger living space. It can accommodate up to four people with four beds, making it a practical and comfortable solution for a group stay or for guests with children.
The hotel has no on-site restaurant or bar, and the continental breakfast, available at an extra charge, is the only dining option within the hotel. For some travellers used to finding everything on site, this may feel like a shortcoming. But in a neighbourhood so full of cafés, bakeries and dining options of all kinds, this absence almost naturally becomes an invitation to explore: Paris is literally at your door, and the Cité Bergère is surrounded by possibilities from the morning onward.
Self-service parking is available for an additional fee, which is appreciated by visitors arriving by car in Paris. Among the other services available, luggage storage proves particularly useful on arrival or departure days, when timings do not always match room availability. A safe is available at reception, and a concierge service can guide or assist you with arrangements and bookings. Free newspapers are provided for those who like to start their morning informed.
The hotel is entirely non-smoking, and access to the upper floors is facilitated by an elevator, making for an accessible and calm stay for all types of travellers, whether they come for business or pleasure.
The neighbourhood itself is an additional reason to choose this hotel. Galeries Lafayette and Printemps are just a few minutes’ walk away, as is Place Vendôme and its surroundings. The theatres of the Grands Boulevards are also very close, making it an ideal base if you want to enjoy a cultural evening without logistical constraints.
As for museums, the Louvre is about 1.4 kilometres away, a distance that can be covered on foot through the central streets while enjoying Parisian architecture. The Musée d’Orsay and its Impressionist collections are reachable in under twenty minutes, whether you choose the metro or a stroll along the Seine.
Montmartre, less than two kilometres away, offers an escape into a more bohemian Paris, between the Sacré-Cœur basilica, the cobbled lanes and the artists’ atmosphere. It’s a walk that completely changes the vibe and gives a very different image of the city, ideally combined with a morning at the Musée de Montmartre or a wander around Place du Tertre.
Notre-Dame de Paris, reopened to the public after its restoration, is a little over two kilometres from the hotel. A visit is a must for anyone discovering Paris or wishing to observe the rebirth of one of Europe’s most emblematic monuments. The surroundings of the Île de la Cité also allow you to discover the Sainte-Chapelle and its exceptional stained glass windows, just minutes on foot away.
The Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe are reachable in under thirty minutes on foot or by metro, offering the possibility of a long Parisian promenade to the Trocadéro and the Palais de Chaillot, which houses several museums including the Musée de la Marine and the Musée de l’Homme. The day can thus be organised smoothly, from one site to another, without ever losing time on complicated journeys.
For lovers of theatre, opera or live performances, the hotel’s location is particularly strategic. The Opéra Garnier, a masterpiece of Second Empire architecture, is just minutes on foot. Visiting its interior, even without attending a performance, is an experience in itself, and the performances scheduled throughout the season offer exceptional evenings just a stone’s throw from your room.
The neighbourhood also hosts many 19th-century covered passages, such as Passage Jouffroy and the Passage des Panoramas, classified as a historic monument. These old-time shopping galleries invite you to stroll among antique booksellers, curiosity shops and tearooms, offering a sweet and unexpected interlude in the heart of the city.
The Hôtel des Arts Cité Bergère combines what makes a successful Parisian stay: a warm and attentive welcome, a calm yet perfectly located address, rooms with character and services designed to make every moment simple and pleasant. This is not a hotel that tries to do everything: it deliberately chooses to master the essentials, with the honesty of a family-run establishment that prefers to keep its promises rather than overreach. For travellers who see their room as an anchor point rather than a destination in itself, and who want to fully enjoy Paris, it is an address that delivers, stay after stay, with a value for money that is hard to find elsewhere in this part of the capital.
Some activities and discoveries near this hotel
- The Cité Bergère itself is worth a look before you even go out: this bent passage dating from 1827, with its cast-iron and glass canopies, is listed among the best-preserved private streets in Paris. The composer Frédéric Chopin briefly stayed at number 5, a detail few visitors know.
- The circuit of the neighbourhood’s covered passages can be done entirely on foot from the hotel, without taking the metro. Passage des Panoramas (the oldest in Paris, dating from 1799), Passage Jouffroy and Passage Verdeau follow one after the other in less than one kilometre. Allow between one and two hours depending on your pace, with possible stops at antique dealers, old bookshops or period cafés. Entrance is free and these passages are accessible in all weather.
- The Grévin Museum is about 230 metres from the hotel, with its entrance directly accessible from Passage Jouffroy. The adult price is around €25 in 2025. To avoid queues, it is advisable to book online in advance, particularly during school holidays and weekends.
- The Opéra Garnier is a ten-minute walk away. Outside performance times, self-guided visits of the interior are offered every day for about €14. The Grand Staircase, the red-velvet auditorium and the ceiling painted by Chagall are worth the visit even without attending a show. The season’s programme is available on the Opéra national de Paris website.
- Bouillon Chartier, a Parisian institution since 1896, is located on rue du Faubourg Montmartre, less than five minutes on foot. This restaurant, listed as a historic monument, offers traditional French cuisine at modest prices in a large, fully preserved Art Deco dining room. It is very popular: prefer to go on a weekday at opening to avoid the wait.
- The Musée Gustave Moreau, housed in the painter’s former home-studio, is in the 9th arrondissement about a fifteen-minute walk away. Little known to foreign visitors, it offers a rare immersion into the world of a 19th-century artist, with collections of paintings, watercolours and drawings always presented in their original setting.
Summary of some positive reviews read on the Web
- What I appreciated above all was the discretion and efficiency of the welcome. On arrival, the room was ready well before the usual hour and the staff were truly expecting us, without unnecessary formalities. A bright, well-ventilated room, in a place I didn’t know and which pleasantly surprised me.
- Hard to find better for this price in this area of Paris. The location is frankly unbeatable: two minutes from the metro, a few steps from the covered passages and the Grands Boulevards, on a small street with no traffic that gives unexpected tranquillity. The rooms are small, that’s true, but they are very well designed, with real storage spaces.
- The staff deserve a special mention. Always available, always smiling, without ever being intrusive. On a late arrival, the welcome was as warm as in the middle of the afternoon. This kind of simplicity in service is not found in every hotel.
- Clean hotel, quiet, well maintained, in a lively and very well-connected neighbourhood. The location is truly the strong point: the Opéra Garnier, Galeries Lafayette and the neighbourhood’s covered passages are all within walking distance. Booking.com rates this hotel 9.5 out of 10 for location, and it’s totally deserved.
- Two stars on paper, but the level of cleanliness and the care given to the rooms far exceed this classification. The bathroom is functional and well equipped. For someone looking for a comfortable base to explore Paris without spending a fortune, it’s a very good address.
- Authentic family atmosphere, far from standardised hotels. Each room has its own decoration, its own colours, which gives a real personality to the whole. The bed was comfortable, the neighbourhood lively without being noisy at night thanks to the private street. I recommend it without hesitation for a well-located Parisian stay without unpleasant surprises.
Services
Other services
General
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Parking on site
- Private parking
- Wi-Fi available everywhere
Services
- Internet
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Breakfast in the room
Miscellaneous
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Elevator
- Soundproof rooms
- Heating
- Entirely non-smoking property
From 150 EUR per night
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