Le Pigalle Paris, France

Le Pigalle ushers in a new era of authentic chic to its surrounding neighborhood while honoring its past.

The Setting

Situated on the southern slopes of Montmartre (across the street from a certain red-colored cabaret) is Le Pigalle, affectionately named for the Pigalle district in which it holds court. Pigalle has long been a tawdry and debaucherous beacon for late 19th and 20th century revelers, artists and musicians. Today, the neighborhood is red hot, albeit, still a little tawdry, and Le Pigalle pays homage to that past and the neighborhood with impeccable taste. The croissants are provided by the nearby bakery, the books are selected by the local bookstore, the vintage furniture was hand-picked at local flea markets and the music chosen by a neighborhood DJ who also is an album collector and happens to be born in Pigalle. Local artists, shopkeepers and restaurant owners are all apart of this mix, and they all have something to say about their neighborhood.

Sleep and Sanctuary

Le Pigalle’s 40 uniquely decorated (and pet-friendly) rooms range from twin bunk style dorm dwelling to rock star suite geared towards the artistically inclined, and are a reflection of the bustling colorful street life beaming outside its walls.  The rooms are full of art, local photographs of surrounding life, second hand vintage furnishings, hand-picked vinyl records, old books, leather-upholstered bars, and a delightful selection of Parisian knick-knacks. Just to bridge the past and present of Paris you’ll find modern touches like individually curated iPads with high tech sound systems and eco-posh Le Labo bath products. We’d say the goal of feeling like you’re staying in a local friend’s flat (a friend with immaculate taste and culture) has certainly been realized.

Eat. Pray. Eat.

Local, natural and genuine is the ethos at Le Pigalle’s ground floor restaurant. The distinctly local flavor has been put together with local retailers and growers who are as eclectic as the hotel itself. This decidedly seasonal menu is available on the ground floor or from room service 24 hours a day. The wine list (natural wines for the most part) and bar menu follow the same philosophy, with the emphasis on simplicity and accessibility rather than fancy concept beverages. Exceptionally good coffee is sold for one Euro in case you’re up writing that sequel to The Sun Also Rises. 

The Art of De-stressing

The hotel lacks the spa or gym typically associated as the de-stressing amenities du jour, therefore we recommend keeping it old school.  Grab a book from your room’s collection and wander the streets of Montmartre, or simply throw on some vinyl and open up your windows and take in the sights and sounds while repeating this mantra, “ I’m in Pigalle.” Should do the trick.

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  Family Friendly

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  Complimentary Newspaper

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  Complimentary WiFi

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  Pet Friendly

  Dog, Cat, Ferret

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  Handicap Accessible

  Hearing impaired, vision impaired, physical disabilities, accessible travel paths

• Check In
  3:00 p.m.
• Check Out
  12:00 p.m.

Kind Eats and Drinks

• Savor the bites and eclectic atmosphere of L’Entree des Artistes
• Le Tricycle Store serves up hip vegan magnifique
• Le Depanneur specializes in American dishes and chill vibes follow up with an absinthe nightcap at Lulu White

Conscious Culture

• Musee d’Orsay showcases the masters of the 19th and 20th century
• See the Musee de Montmartre and learn about the neighborhood art and history
• The Centre Pompidou is an avant-garde complex housing the National Museum of Modern Art

Mindful Adventures

• See a show at the Moulin Rouge and scratch that off the bucket list
• Marche les Enfants Rouges is a food market that still evokes its 15th century charm
• See where the luminaries of yesteryear reside at the world’s most famous cemetery, Pere Lachaise
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Do Good for the Day

• Pay a visit and see how you can help the Societe Protectrice des Animaux (La SPA)
• Connect with Friends of Fondation de France and see what volunteer opportunities are available
• Help Le Restaurants du Coeur distribute food to those in need

Be Kind to Yourself

• Walk to Montamarte and take a yoga class at Esprit Anahata
• Stroll the banks of the Seine and sit and read at Shakespeare & Co.
• Experience the spiritual La Basilique du Sacre Coeur and join hundreds to watch the sunset from the steps

HOW TO GET THERE

9 Rue Frochot, 75009 Paris, France

By plane

• 28 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) (taxi approx: $55-$75)
• 28.6 km from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) (taxi approx: $40-$55)

By Train

• From CDG, at Aeroport Cdg 1 take B to Paris Nord $12, walk the remaining 20 min, take bus 54 $3 at Valenciennes to Pigalle, Metro, or taxi stand outside Gare du Nord station.
• From ORY, at Orly 4 take ORLYVAL $11, transfer at Antony to B $2-$4 to Paris Nord

By Bus/Metro

• From CDG, take ROISSYBUS $15 to Opera, walk or taxi remaining 4,000 ft.
• From ORY, take Paris Aeroport Orly Bus 1-4 to Etoile/Champs Elysees $1-$21, transfer to Charles de Gaulle/Etoile subway to Pigalle $3, walk remaining 2 min.
  • Paris has an extensive Metro system and is easy to use and understand. Pigalle is the nearest Metro stop and can be reached from all major stations. Here’s a map: http://metromap.fr/en

. By Automobile

• From CDG, get on A1 in Roissy-en-France from Route des Peupliers, follow A1 Rue Jean Henri Fabrique to exit D14 from Bd Périphérique, continue on Rue Jean Henri Fabrique to Boulevard de Clichy to Rue Frochot. 
• Drive from ORY is about 12 miles and takes 19 min in light traffic, check local maps for routes.
• Paid public parking nearby.

By Uber

• From CDG, approx: $55-$65
• From ORY, approx: $50-$60