STAY > Drawing House, Montparnasse Paris (15/20)

Located just steps away from Gare Montparnasse, Drawing House is a captivating boutique hotel that seamlessly blends contemporary art with modern comfort. This inspiring 143-room property offers guests a truly unique Parisian experience, immersing them in a world of creativity and style.

Ambiance >

The hotel’s standout feature is its dedication to contemporary drawing. Each of the nine floors showcases the work of different artists, who have been given free rein to transform the spaces into their personal canvases. From Karine Rougier’s whimsical characters to Alexandre and Florentine Lamarche-Ovize’s botanical motifs, every corner of Drawing House tells a visual story.

Amenities >

The rooms at Drawing House are thoughtfully designed, offering a perfect balance of comfort and artistic flair[2]. Guests can choose from various room types, including:

• Drawing Classique: Essential amenities for a comfortable stay
• Drawing Superior: Rooms with stunning views of Parisian rooftops
• Drawing Deluxe: Featuring private terraces overlooking the city
• Drawing Family: Ideal for those traveling with children

All rooms come equipped with modern conveniences such as air conditioning, high-speed WiFi, and Chromecast-enabled TVs.

EAT >

The hotel’s dining area serves an impressive breakfast, featuring locally-sourced ingredients like buckwheat bread and organic products. Open for lunch and dinner it is a popular stop for a simple hotel type meal – good food when you need something close and easy.

There are also lots of fabulous restaurant choices only a short walk away that will suit most tastes and budgets.

DRINK >

The hotel bar is in the restaurant and is not really a destination for a drink but there are plenty of choices in the area try:

• Le Lock Groove – for old school vinyl and a pub vibe
• Louisette Wine Bar
• Utopia – for live music
• Chez Bar Jean Claude Le Retour – Cocktails and Tapas with a Jean-Claude Van Damme theme

WORKOUT >

For those looking to unwind, the hotel boasts a beautiful pool and spa adorned with a mural by artist Marion Charlet, as well as a gym equipped with a good range of equipment though not it is not huge! So if the gym and pool is not enough take a run, there are plenty of fascinating running trails available in the area, criss crossing Paris and its parks.

LOCATION >

Situated in the 14th arrondissement, Drawing House provides easy access (walking or Metro) to central Paris while offering a slightly off-the-beaten-path experience that is closer to a local community. The hotel is family-friendly and welcomes small pets, making it an excellent choice for various types of travellers.

CONCLUSION >

In conclusion, Drawing House offers a refreshing and inspiring take on the Parisian hotel experience. With its unique artistic concept, comfortable accommodations, and excellent amenities, it’s an ideal choice for travellers seeking a memorable stay in the City of Light.

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CONCLUSION >

It is a great location (3.5/5) easy to get around and close to everything without being in the centre of the hustle and bustle. Good sized rooms (for Paris) with espresso machines, ours even had a nice balcony (4/5), A nice hotel restaurant with a generous breakfast (4/5), It is a smart hotel, a good gym and pool, its got plenty of style and atmosphere with out being pretentious (3.5/5) together all that makes it 15/20.