MIJE MARAIS HOSTEL, Paris

Mije Marais Hostel - A 17th-century townhouse hostel with communal courtyards in Le Marais

Located in a trio of 17th-century townhouses in Le Marais, this Paris hotel showcases historical architecture with exposed stone walls, wooden beams, and gas lamp-style fixtures. Mije Marais Hostel features single-sex dormitories for four people, along with single, twin, triple, and family rooms of 150.5 ft^2, each equipped with basic beds, wardrobes, and heating. A canteen serves three-course dinners and continental breakfasts with pastries, bread, jam, and juices. The property maintains two cobbled courtyards with white iron furniture, two meeting rooms, and communal areas stocked with books and board games. A 24-hour front desk provides tour booking services and museum discount information. Mije Marais sits two minutes from Saint-Paul metro station, with Place des Vosges 0.5 miles away and eight restaurants within 0.3 miles.

Pros

Part of MIJE (Maisons Internationales de la Jeunesse et des Etudiant), a youth-focused charity

Quiet alternative to party-focused hostels

Special reductions available at nearby museums and cafés

Two charming courtyards provide secluded outdoor spaces

Cons

12.5 miles distance from Orly Airport

Shared bathrooms for all room types