Le Montclair Montmartre by River

We needed a base to explore Paris, wanted a private room and wifi, and didn't mind the other details (and can't spring for a fancy hotel). This was exactly it. Beds were comfy, a locking safe provided security, windows facing indoor ventilation courtyard brought fresh air, private bathroom was compact but workable-- we didn't realize laundry was available until after we were packed to go, but that's a plus. My partner did a remote class for his grad school while there and wifi was fine. In the heart of Montmartre ten minutes from Sacre Couer and dozens of brasseries, cafes, two train stations, plenty of kebabs, and in easy walking distance of historic flea markets.

Fantastic location, in a quiet area near the Mairie du XVIIIème and opposite the Bibliothèque, but within easy walking distance of Chateau Rouge, Montmartre and Pigalle. Live music, theatre, food and spices from all over the world. The Montclair is a welcoming hostel and our twin bedded room felt like a comfortable budget hotel room, with a private bathroom, a desk and 2 chairs. The Montclair has safe boxes and luggage storage facilities. The kitchen offers a hot drinks machine and other facilities.

The room was comfortable and the beds were really soft as for all of us to have a great sleep for all three nights. They gave us clean towels and shower gel, which was very nice. I read some reviews saying that the hotel was noisy at night but that was not the case at all. It was actually very quiet and nice. All staff were very kind to us. You could also buy drinks at the reception, and there are two 24h supermarkets very close to the hotel. There are two metro entrances leading to different lines very close (2-4 minutes) to the hotel. There are very nice cafes and restaurants surrounding the hotel. The hotel is provided with a locker room in case you need to leave your luggage before the check in or after the check out. The neighbourhood is overall very peaceful.

- Room was very clean, door locked easily and we felt very safe, good facilities for what we paid (hairdryer, towels, soap all provided). Beds were comfy enough and we got a good night’s sleep most nights :) - Staff were nice and approachable, front desk well staffed. Staff also spoke good English which was not taken for granted as our French is not the best! - Great location, near Montmartre and Sacre Couer but also right next to a Metro station so could get to central Paris for more sightseeing easily. Also a bar and cafe on the same street so easy to get brunch or drinks without straying too far. - Overall just a pleasant stay! If you’re not really fussy and like good value for money this is a good hostel to stay in: clean, well supplied and safe which is all you really need.

Excellent value for money considering how expensive accommodation in Paris can be. We booked a double room with a private bathroom and they ended up giving us a quadruple room comprising of 1 room with a queen bed and another with 2 bunk beds. Although we didn’t use the room with the bunk bed since there was only two of us, the room size where the queen bed was located at was relatively large for Paris. Rooms and Toilets were clean, and they even provided towels, toiletries and a hair dryer. There is a luggage storage room too in the lobby. Staff were friendly and made check in and check out very easy. Highly recommend this place.