VILLA DES AMBASSADEURS, Paris

Villa des Ambassadeurs sits on a quiet street in the prestigious 16th arrondissement, surrounded by embassies and iconic landmarks. The Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro are a 14-minute walk away; the Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées are about 15 minutes on foot. The Seine banks and Musée du Quai Branly are also within easy walking distance. For wider city access, metro lines 6 and 9 (stations Boissière, Iéna, and Trocadéro) are all within a 5-minute walk, connecting directly to Montmartre, the Louvre, Centre Pompidou, and department stores. From Gare de Lyon, take metro line 1 to Boissière (30 min); from Gare du Nord, take line 4 to Iéna (30 min). Charles de Gaulle Airport is about 1 hour via RER B then metro line 6; Orly Airport the same via ORLYVAL and RER B. A public car park (Kleber, 65 avenue Kleber) is a 2-minute walk from the hotel for those arriving by car.

All rooms are non-smoking, air-conditioned, and soundproofed, with free Wi-Fi, electronic keys, and a private bathroom with shower. The Twin Comfort room (13.6 m2) has two twin beds; the Comfort Double (15 m2) offers a double bed; the Superior Double (16.5 m2) is located on the 3rd or 4th floor in a quieter environment and includes a Nespresso machine, tea/coffee hospitality tray, and bathrobes. Some Superior rooms may also have a minibar (empty, with drinks available at reception). No rooms have a balcony or Eiffel Tower view - the building is surrounded by taller structures. Toiletries, a hairdryer, and a flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels are standard. The lift serves all floors but is very compact; ground-floor rooms near the lobby can be noisier. Rooms are generally compact, and some may feel cramped for longer stays.

Breakfast is a continental buffet with a selection of fresh pastries (croissants, pain au chocolat), baguette, sliced bread, plain cake, fruit juices, hot beverages (coffee, Pascal Hamour teas, hot chocolate), yogurts, cheese, ham, hard-boiled eggs, fresh fruit, and cereals. Room service is an option for a more private start to the day. The hotel does not have a restaurant, but there are many cafés, restaurants, and boulangeries within a short walk - including several within 300 metres. The lounge offers coffee, tea, soft drinks, champagne, and beer throughout the day.

The hotel's lounge is a warmly decorated space with comfortable sofas and armchairs, where you can read, connect to the internet, or enjoy a coffee or an aperitif. The surrounding 16th arrondissement is ideal for walking, with the Trocadéro gardens, the Seine banks, and major monuments all within a short stroll. For those interested in museums, the Musée du Quai Branly is nearby.

The front desk operates 24 hours a day and can assist with tours, taxi bookings, and luggage storage (available from early morning). A paid airport shuttle can be arranged directly with the hotel after booking. A welcome drink is offered upon arrival. Additional services include express check-in/out, daily housekeeping, and a safety deposit box. The hotel lends umbrellas, kettles, and irons on request. No laundry service is available, but a municipal laundry is located opposite the hotel. Payment is accepted by American Express, Visa, Carte Bleue, and MasterCard. A credit card is required to guarantee the reservation, and a pre-authorisation for the first night is processed before arrival.