LE MARCEAU BASTILLE, Paris

Le Marceau Bastille - A contemporary art gallery hotel with fitness center in central Paris's 12th arrondissement

Located between the historic Bastille district and Gare de Lyon station, this 4-star Paris hotel features 55 air-conditioned rooms across 6 floors. Le Marceau Bastille showcases rotating collections of contemporary art in its ground-floor gallery space, displaying works by artists such as David Gerstein and Laurent Paillier. The soundproofed rooms include minibars, satellite TVs, and free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center offers exercise equipment including bikes, rowing machines, and elliptical trainers. The property provides an American breakfast buffet with hot dishes, pastries, and fresh fruits. In-room massage services recreate a spa environment with dedicated massage tables. The hotel's bar serves drinks and snacks in the art gallery or summer patio. Le Marceau Bastille stands within 0.5 miles of Place des Vosges and 1 mile of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Direct metro connections link to the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, and major department stores.

Pros

Art exhibitions rotate three times yearly, featuring established and emerging artists

Walking distance to Bercy Village's cafes and converted wine warehouses

Summer patio offers outdoor dining and drinks

24/7 room service with French and Japanese cuisine options

Cons

2 miles from Musée d'Orsay

No on-site restaurant