Hotels in the Republique and Bastille area of Paris are a step change cheaper in price than the city centre just a few Metro stops away.
This district is just to the east of Paris city centre, beyond the Marais district. It is a lively area with lots of cheap restaurants, bars, convenience stores and supermarkets used by the locals, again offering great value compared to more tourist districts.
The area is ill-defined; connecting Republique and the Bastille is a wide boulevard, one of the main traffic arteries of the area.
To the west of this boulevard is the Marais district which certainly does attract visitors. Hotels here are relatively dispersed and you do pay a definite price premium to the hotels east and north-east from the Marais.
There is quite a dense network of Metro lines and bus routes here that will quickly get you to sights like the Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral.
The Canal Saint Martin runs through this area and in the last few years has been attractively redeveloped with bars, restaurants and a walkway to replace the old warehouses and industry.
Between Republique and Bastille the canal runs underground though emerging by Bastille to quickly join the River Seine.
Just to the north of this district are two of the main railway stations of Paris, the Gare du Nord and Gare de l'Est both of which are also very good budget hotel areas. Similarly, just to the south of Bastille is Gare de Lyon, another major Paris train station with value hotels all around it.
Just to the south of Gare de Lyon is the Bercy district, one stop away on line 14 of the Metro.
The Bercy district has a large number of newish, chain hotels that can offer competitively priced rooms well below that of similar hotels 1-2 km away at the Gare de Lyon.
With a large business custom, Bercy offers especially good value at the weekends and holidays in nice hotels. We have a dedicated page for Bercy hotels.
A typically Parisian hotel, it is only a 5-min walk from the district of Le Marais, a few steps from the lively Place de la Republique and the trendy Canal Saint-Martin. Fully renovated, you will find 24-hr reception, a bar and comfortable rooms with desk, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and Sweet Bed bedding. A continental breakast is available for a supplement and there's a 24-hr snacks from the machine.
Rooms: Double/Twin Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Republique 100m (Line 3, 5, 8, 9, 11)
Fresh green plants welcome you at the bar and restaurant of this friendly hotel, with relaxing, leafy terrace. The area - Bastille district - is in the heart of one of Paris' most historic and authentic areas! Sip a cocktail and enjoy some cuisine based on fresh homemade produce and herbs and spices from the vegetable garden. There's an all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast, plus 24-hr reception and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms: Double/Twin Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Bastille 500m (Line 1, 5, 8)
Served by 5 metro lines, close to Republique Metro, this colorful, modern hotel, is also just metres away from Canal Martin. Air-conditioned, contemporary rooms offer buffet breakfast included in the room rate, as well as free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Relax with drinks at the bar. Parking and clay tennis court nearby.
Rooms: Single, Double & Triple Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Republique 100m (Line 3, 5, 8, 9, 11)
These modern apartments are just a 5-min walk from Place de la Bastille, with Gare de Lyon train station only a 10-min walk away. The famous Marais district is close by. All studio apartments feature a seating area with a TV, a telephone, a wardrobe, ironing facilities and a bathroom. The kitchenette includes a microwave, refrigerator and stove. A breakfast is available each morning.
Rooms: Studio Apartments for 1 to 2 people
Location/ Nearest Metro: Bastille 300m (Line 1, 5, 8)
Located near the Canal Saint-Martin, in an area with numerous bars, nightclubs and restaurants; the famous Marais district, Place des Vosges and the Picasso Museum are nearby. Guest rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with bath or shower and include satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. A good breakfast is available for a supplement. Bar. Airport shuttle (surcharge) and 24-hr front desk.
Rooms: Single, Double & Triple Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Oberkampf 100m (Line 5, 9)
Set in the heart of the lively 11th arrondissement of Paris you can enjoy traditional French cuisine in the restaurant, and a good breakfast for a supplement. You're well connected to the rest of Paris too, just a 1-min walk from Ménilmontant Metro station. Rooms feature flat-screen TV, a minibar, tea and coffee facilities, parquet flooring and a work desk with a telephone. 24-hr front desk and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms: Single, Double Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Menilmontant 50m (Line 2)
A popular hotel, in a central location, it overlooks the bustling Avenue de la Republique and is surrounded by lively bars and restaurants. There's a friendly bar at the hotel too - with helpful staff who can advise on trips. A tasty breakfast is available for a supplement. Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with en suite facilities, satellite TV, minibar and free Wi-Fi. 24-hr front desk.
Rooms: Single, Double/Twin Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Parmentier 250m (Line 3)
This is a uniquely styled hotel with funky, individually decorated rooms, set in the heart of the 3rd Marais arrondissement, just a 4-min walk from the Musee des Arts et Metiers. The Metro Station is a 2-min walk away. Rooms feature satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. A continental breakfast is served every morning for a supplement. 24-hr front desk.
Rooms: Single, Double/Twin, Triple & Quad Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Reaumur-Sebastopol 100m (Line 3, 4)
With a relaxing terrace, this hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Parmentier Metro station; you can walk to Place de la Republique and Pere Lachaise Cemetery in 10 minutes. The apartments feature fully equipped kitchen, cable TV, safe, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom, complete with a bathtub and a hairdryer. Buffet and continental breakfast available if required.
Rooms: Studios & Apartments for 1 to 4 people
Location/ Nearest Metro: Parmentier 100m (Line 3)
This is a very popular hotel, with fantastic terrace garden for dining, located just a 5-min walk from Place de la Republique. It is just a 2-min walk from the Marais district. Soundproofed guest rooms are equipped with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Most rooms offer a view of the garden and each room has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Buffet breakfast can be taken in your room and can be included in the rate.
Rooms: Single, Double/Twin, Triple & Quad Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Oberkampf 40m (Line 5, 9)
Located a 2-min walk from Jacques Bonsergent Metro station, which leads directly to Place de la Bastille, this hotel offers soundproofed, air-conditioned rooms with mini-bar and a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels. 24-hr front desk and free Wi-Fi. There is a daily buffet breakfast and a daily local beer tasting from 6pm to 8pm in the reception area.
Rooms: Single, Double/Twin & Triple Rooms
Location/ Nearest Metro: Jacques Bonsergent 150m (Line 5)