See all properties

Hôtel Esmeralda

1.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Hôtel Esmeralda

A room with a stone wall, a wooden cabinet, a chair, and a vase with flowers.
A wooden table with a curved top and a red upholstered chair with a high backrest.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.
A hotel sign with a fleur-de-lis symbol and the name "Esmeralda".
A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with a floral bedspread, a red chair, a wooden table with a lamp, and a red door.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View in a map
4 Rue Saint-Julien le Pauvre, Paris, 75005
  • Place, Île de la Cité
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Notre-Dame
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rue de Rivoli
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Paris (CDG-Roissy-Charles de Gaulle)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room Standard (Notre Dame Cathedral View)

A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with a floral bedspread, a red chair, a wooden table with a lamp, and a red door.

Double Room Standard (Notre Dame Cathedral View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room

A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with a floral bedspread, a red chair, a wooden table with a lamp, and a red door.

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room

A room with two beds, a small wooden nightstand, a mirror on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room Classic (Notre Dame Cathedral View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

You may also like

Ad
Interior

Mandarin Oriental, Paris

Paris City Center
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 227 reviews
$1,452 nightly
The price is $1,633
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees
Mandarin Oriental, Paris

About the neighborhood

Paris

Located in Latin Quarter, Hôtel Esmeralda is adjacent to Notre-Dame and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Île Saint-Louis. This 16-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Île de la Cité - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Notre-Dame - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seine - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rue de Rivoli - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Île Saint-Louis - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Saint-Michel - Notre-Dame Station - 4 min walk
  • Châtelet-Les Halles Station - 15 min walk
  • Paris Orly Airport (ORY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Panis - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Crème de Paris - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Grenier de Notre-Dame - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caveau de la Huchette - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café le Petit Pont - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hôtel Esmeralda

At Hôtel Esmeralda, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, phones, and desks are other standard amenities.

Similar properties

Courtyard
Les Patios du Marais
Paris City Center
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Microwave
7.8 out of 10, Good, 2,116 reviews
$129 nightly
The price is $142
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Les Patios du Marais

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Built in 1640

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.60 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Hôtel Esmeralda Paris
Hôtel Esmeralda
Esmeralda Paris
Hôtel Esmeralda Hotel
Hôtel Esmeralda Paris
Hôtel Esmeralda Hotel Paris

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hôtel Esmeralda?

Hôtel Esmeralda provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel Esmeralda?

As of Jul 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel Esmeralda on Aug 5, 2026 start from $160, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Hôtel Esmeralda?

This hotel is situated in Latin Quarter, just steps from Notre-Dame, and within a 10-minute walk of Île Saint-Louis and Rue de Rivoli. You'll also find Luxembourg Gardens and Louvre Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hôtel Esmeralda?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Hôtel Esmeralda include a casino?

No, Hôtel Esmeralda doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hôtel Esmeralda?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hôtel Esmeralda have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hôtel Esmeralda have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hôtel Esmeralda doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hôtel Esmeralda allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hôtel Esmeralda.

Does Hôtel Esmeralda have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hôtel Esmeralda?

The closest major airport to Hôtel Esmeralda is Paris Orly Airport (ORY), which is 11.4 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), which is located 23 mi away (54-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hôtel Esmeralda?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hôtel Esmeralda that offer a balcony.

Hôtel Esmeralda Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 315 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, and I loved the charm of this hotel 😊 it was
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Charming, comfortable hotel - friendly staff and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charming, excellent small hotel! Perfect location and very helpful and friendly staff !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were great everyone was friendly and helpful. The room was well cleaned. The location is a 10+
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Preston

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the shower was very easy to figure out how to turn it on. The staff were exceptional. Pleasant and helpful. This hotel has old world charm for sure. Steps from Notre Dame
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to explore Paris from!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and funky Old World charm oozing. No elevator but the staff will volunteer to carry your bags up for you. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique experience. It is in a 400 year old building that is shared with the famous Shakespeare and Company bookstore. The worn wooden stairs, peeling wallpaper add to the character. We had an amazing view of Notre Dame from our window. You can almost feel the spirits of those who used to hang out here...Ernest Hemingway, The Fitzgeralds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could not recommend more

The hotel was lovely with a great welcome from the front desk staff, funny and whitty. The hotel itself was full of character, comfy and perfect for a city break. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Perfect location

The location is absolutely perfect. Close enough to the Metro and night life. The hotel is slightly dated but for a weekend in Paris it was perfect. The room was satisfactory and had a shower with bath. The bed was comfortable enough with wooden bed frame and a bit squeaky so apologies to the room next door 😉 Would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is like a piece of Paris that hasn't moved in time. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, it is very rare to get this type of service nowadays. Loved the experience and will definitely go back. So refreshing, thank you for an awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Hotel Esmeralda which felt like stepping back in time. The hotel does a great job of keeping original features and character while offering modern amenities. The ensuite was functional and clean and I was impressed with the availability of plug sockets in the room and great wifi. The staff we met were all helpful, friendly and spoke good English which was great when we have limited French. Although there is no lift we were helped to the room with our luggage. The location could not be better for access to the bars and restaurants of the Latin Quarter and of course the beautiful Notre Dame.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Abhijit

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Each of the three rooms I tried had bedbugs that appeared within a few minutes of me sitting on the bed. That being said, the hotel is in an excellent location and the staff was understanding of the situation. Once the bedbug problem is fixed, it would be a decent place to stay in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming hotel. It was decorated in an old-French style while having modern appliances. The room had some minor wear-and-tear issues but was clean overall. The hotel is in a very lively area with plenty of restaurants nearby. Also had great views of Notre Dame Cathedral. Staff was very friendly and fluent in English and Spanish. Just be prepared to climb stairs as there is no elevator.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

sharone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This tablet shipment is from the 1800s without modern updates. It’s an excellent place but there is no elevator in the furnishings are old. At the desk are wonderful. Definitely great price for the place if you don’t mind walking upstairs and having old furnishings
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

leith

Disliked: Staff & service
Classic bait and switch on the room. I signed up for 129 square foot room with a double bed ( lavender color scheme with beautiful pictures of a stone wall in the room). When I arrived I was given a room that measured approximately 8' × 7' ( although I could actually touch both walls at the head of the bed), plus 3x6 bath, with a TINY one person bed. Probably because they noticed I was a single person and they had another use for that double bed room bedClassic bait and switch on the room. I signed up for 129 square foot room with a double bed (and beautiful pictures of a stone wall in the room). When I arrived I was given a room that measured approximately 8' × 7' ( although I could actually touch both walls at the head of the bed), with a tiny one person. Probably because they noticed I was a single person and they had another use for that double bed room bed. The clerk of course blamed Expedia for mixing up the pictures and told me that changing to a larger room as shown would cost more. And the towels were missing and the rug was dirty. Great location tho.
Room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lívia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O hotel é típico parisiense, parece uma caverna de pedras, lindo. Ao lado da catedral de Notre Dame, muitas lojas e restaurantes. Amei a acomodação, foram bem solícitos para pedir nosso táxi para o aeroporto
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannett Søndergaard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Meget stemningsfuldt og med stor atmosfære. Meget gammelt hus med finurlige detaljer og nærværende personale
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

AKIRA

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
19歳の我が娘にとっての初海外一人旅。空港からのアクセスがシンプルで、周囲の環境が危険で無いこと、かつ豪華すぎないことを条件に選択しました。フロントの方も親切だし、可愛らしい内装で満足してました。
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Desuet mais beaucoup de charme

Tres bien insonorise et a deux pas de notre dame. Bonne literie. Dommage que le lavabo ait ete bouche durant les 24h malgre information de la reception des lentree dans la chambre. Sinon tres propre...attention escalier etroit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Christian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bien situé, vue sur la cathedrale ND de Paris. Ceci dit la chambre etait malpropre, la chaleur etait étouffante. Je ne recommande pas du tout.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historic building in the best possible location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and friendly staff

Great location right across the street from Notre Dame and RER Station. Very friendly staff who were extremely helpful. Older hotel but great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly place, great location

I had a lovely room and the location is absolutely perfect. Also very suitable for solo travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021