LE PIGALLE, A MEMBER OF DESIGN HOTELS, Paris

Le Pigalle, A Member Of Design Hotels - A boutique neighborhood hotel with vintage decor, local collaborations, and historic musical heritage

Located in the vibrant Nouvelle Athènes district, this 40-room Paris hotel occupies a distinctive neoclassical building. Le Pigalle features rooms decorated with vintage furniture from the 1930s-1980s, including turntables with curated vinyl collections in select suites. The ground floor combines speckled linoleum flooring with 1960s-style armchairs and retro lamps. The restaurant serves seasonal dishes using local ingredients, complemented by natural French wines and signature cocktails like the Campari-watermelon Zouzou. Daily fresh croissants arrive from the historic Le Pétrin Médiéval bakery, established in 1909. Design Hotels guests enjoy amenities including in-room iPads, parquet flooring, and air conditioning throughout. The property sits just 5 minutes from Pigalle Metro station, connecting directly to Place de la Concorde via Line 12. Major landmarks within 0.5 miles include Sacré-Cœur Basilica and Nouvelle Athènes' neoclassical architecture.

Pros

Collaborations with local artisans including bakers, DJs, and florists provide an authentic neighborhood experience

Custom playlists feature historic Pigalle music from Fréhel to Django Reinhardt

Select rooms offer private bars and open-plan bathtubs with city views

Exclusive locally-brewed Goutte d'Or craft beer available on-site

Cons

15.5 miles distance from Orly Airport requires advance transportation planning

The vibrant nightlife district location may be too lively for light sleepers