HOTEL DES PYRENEES, Paris

Pyrénées Metro station (Line 11) is 60 metres away, Belleville station is 700 metres, and Place de la République is 2 km. Parc des Buttes Chaumont - a large park with panoramic city views - is 400 metres on foot, and the Canal Saint-Martin is a 15-minute walk. The surrounding Belleville neighbourhood is lively and diverse, offering numerous restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. The area is well-served by buses and metro, making it practical for sightseeing without a car. Early airport transfers: from CDG, take RoissyBus to Opéra then metro Line 11 directly to Pyrénées.

All rooms have a private bathroom with shower, a flat-screen TV, and free toiletries. Room types include single (one person only), double (one double bed - no twin rooms), and family rooms (double bed with bunk beds). Some rooms have been recently renovated and feel light, spacious, and airy for a budget hotel. Others are older and more basic, with compact bathrooms and dated decor. Road-facing rooms can be noisy at night; courtyard-facing rooms are significantly quieter. Air conditioning is available only during warm weather and is switched on when temperatures rise. There is no iron, no kettle, and no hairdryer in the room. Windows open for ventilation. No balconies.

Breakfast costs 6 EUR per person and is served in the room at a requested time. The continental tray typically includes a croissant, piece of baguette, butter, jam, a hot drink, and juice. It is a simple, light meal - suitable as a quick start before exploring but limited in variety. There is no on-site restaurant, bar, or room service for lunch or dinner. The surrounding Belleville neighbourhood compensates with a wide range of international eateries, from brasseries and cafes to Asian, African, and European restaurants, many within a 2-5 minute walk. A Carrefour supermarket and several bakeries are also nearby.

The hotel does not have a swimming pool, spa, or gym. For leisure activities, Parc des Buttes Chaumont (400 m) offers walking paths, a lake, and scenic viewpoints. The vibrant Belleville neighbourhood itself provides ample street-level recreation with its markets, galleries, and cafés.

Wi-Fi is free in all areas, though some users report the system requires logging in via a browser and can disconnect occasionally. The 24-hour front desk allows late check-ins (after midnight) if the room is prepaid. Luggage storage is free before check-in and after check-out, useful for travellers with late flights. Daily housekeeping is provided at no extra cost, though its consistency has varied. There is no laundry facility on site (a self-service launderette is nearby). Fax/photocopying is available for an additional charge. Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, smoke alarms, and key access. Accepted payment methods: Visa and MasterCard.