Matisse was obsessed with perfection and had a tendency to reuse the same subject in his paintings and drawings again and again, until he was satisfied. This unique exhibition, taking place at the Pomidou Centre from March 7 to June 18 2012, shows some of the famous and lesser known works of Matisse in pairs and sets. It is up to the visitor to decide which they think is the perfect – and why. << A selection of masterpieces by [...]
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Central location, cheap rooms, great value
Situated on Rue de Lyon between Place de Bastille and Gare de Lyon, the 3-star Corail Hotel is near transport, entertainment and tourist sights. Lyon Station (Gare de Lyon) is one of the major transport centers in Paris, with direct RER trains to Disneyland, as well as metro lines to all the important locations of the city. The Bastille quarter, neighbouring the historic Marais district, is renown for its colorful and vibrant nightlife. The Seine river, the charming island of [...]
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Contemporary designer hotel in a trendy Paris quarter
Overlooking a beautiful green park, the 3-star Gardette Park Hotel is in a very tranquil location. It is, however, in the center of some of the liveliest and trendiest districts of Paris, only a short walk from the Oberkampf, Place de la Bastille, Marais or the Canal Saint-Martin neighborhoods, full of bars and cafes, buzzing with excitement and life. With several metro stops around the hotel, the other top Paris sights are also easily accessible. The hotel has just been [...]
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New contemporary Paris designer hotel in the Marais-Bastille quarter
There used to be a cute little boutique hotel in the Marais-Bastille quarter known as Hotel Lyon Mulhouse – the hotel has just went through a total transformation and re-opned its doors, now with a new name: Hotel Original. The location, of course, hasn’t changed: it is still a great place, only a couple of minutes from the historic parts of the Marais around Place des Vosges and also from the vibrant, eclectic and chic Place de la Bastille. From [...]
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Budget hotel in Latin Quarter near Rue Mouffetard
If budget is limited but you don’t want to be way out in the outer suburbs, a great option on the Left Bank of Paris is he 2-star Grand Hotel Jeanne D’Arc. Situated in the 13th arrondissement near the Seine bank, charming Ile Saint-Louis, lively Rue Mouffetard, the Sorbonne University, the Pantheon and other top sights, the hotel is perfect as a base to explore a big part of Paris on foot, and for the rest there is the reliable [...]
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Great value boutique hotel in an elegant Paris district
Located in the elegant and upmarket Wagram district near the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees, Monceau Park and the Palais des Congres, the 3-star Hotel Champerret-Elysees is a charming independent Paris boutique hotel with great services, a friendly and attentive staff and – best of all – very attractive rates. The hotel is not in the absolute center of the city, but the location is fairly central and convenient, and for those who’d rather be in a quiet neighborhood [...]
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Contemporary designer style boutique hotel in the Marais
Paris is renowned for its cute independent boutique hotels, ranging from classic and charming to extravagant and futuristic. A new face on the designer hotels scene is the 3-star Hotel De Neuve, in the lively and historic Marais quarter of Paris. Located near Saint-Paul metro station, it is a perfect base for visitors to discover Paris. Although the hotels’ street is quiet, Marais is buzzing with action. Tourist attractions such as Place des Vosges, the Pompidou Centre, the Seine bank [...]
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A charming designer hotel at Madeleine and Opera
The 4-star Hotel Opera Marigny is a very well situated, charming little boutique hotel, only two minutes from either the Madeleine or the Opera Garnier, a short walk from Champs Elysees, Concorde, the Louvre, sights, shopping, cafés, restaurants and all what you need. It’s one of those lovely Paris designer hotels that will hold you captive with its charm, style and friendly atmosphere. A contemporary elegant interior, with soft colors and subdued lights, welcomes the visitor. The hotel is famous [...]
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Provençal country feel between Disneyland and central Paris
Hotel Daumesnil Vincennes is a charming 3-star hotel located near the “Périphérique” – a ring road encircling Paris’ center – ideally located for visiting both Disneyland and Paris. The green Paris suburb of Vincennes is perfect for people arriving by car, but it is also convenient for those who use public transport. Served by the efficient metro and suburban train (RER) lines, you can get to central Paris in 10-15 minutes, orto Disneyland in around 25 minutes. The suburb offers [...]
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Exhibition at Centre Pompidou: Matisse, pairs and sets
Matisse was obsessed with perfection and had a tendency to reuse the same subject in his paintings and drawings again and again, until he was satisfied. This unique exhibition, taking place at the Pomidou Centre from March 7 to June 18 2012, shows some of the famous and lesser known works of Matisse in pairs and sets. It is up to the visitor to decide which they think is the perfect – and why. << A selection of masterpieces by [...]
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Soft designer hotel in a romantic Paris district
Located in a very romantic yet little known corner of Paris, the charming Canal Saint-Martin district, the 3-star Hotel Soft Paris provides true style at an affordable price. The location is very convenient as it is a short walk from the busy transport hubs of Gare de l’Est and Gare du Nord, but it’s a quiet and picturesque neighborhood which is getting discovered and becoming quite trendy. Absolutely in tune with the romantic and youthful atmosphere of the district, Hotel [...]
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