Situated on the same Paris street that was once home to Gauguin and Modigliani, Hôtel des Academies et des Arts is a homage to the artists who once painted this part of the town red - and continue to do so. This 20-room hotel is the epitome of Left Bank chic, but that doesn't mean it's endearingly shambolic - standards and service are every bit as high-end as at the city's grand five-stars.
Packing tips
Bring a sketchbook - you're bound to be inspired by those white figures that are painted everywhere.
Hotel restaurants
The hotel doesn't have its own restaurant, though guests are welcome to dine at the restaurant next door or at the hotel owners' salon de thé Chez Charlotte next to the Jardin du Luxembourg - meals can be added to your bill. Breakfast can be taken either in the library, the adjacent 'petit bistro' or the hotel's Salon d'Art Video.
Hotel bars
There is no dedicated bar, but you can ask staff to bring you a drink wherever you are in the hotel.
Activities
Arrange to have a selection of Parisian vintage pieces brought to you by Ooh La La! (ring +33 684 765 865 ahead of your trip for details). See the city from the back seat of a Citröen 2CV, courtesy of Paris Authentic (www.parisauthentic.com).
Contact Book Hôtel des Academies et des Arts with Mr & Mrs Smith or call 0845 034 0700
Rates 189-294, not including breakfast.
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