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Hotel Esmeralda Paris
There aren’t many people who haven’t heard of the Notre-Dame Cathedral, either from the most famous book Notre-Dame de Paris, written by Victor Hugo, or as one of the most beautiful French Gothic architecture from Paris. The impressive construction has begun in 1163, and it stays high even today, as a monument, decorating Paris. But what does this cathedral has in common with hotel Esmeralda Paris?
There is not only one answer at this question, because of all the ties between the two. The hotel Esmeralda Paris is situated across Notre Dame, on the Seine, and the view to Notre Dame is absolutely superb. With a neighbour like this, and with the so-known book, Esmeralda is probably the first name that comes to mind when thinking of them. She was the beautiful gypsy that caught the eye of the bell-ringer of Notre Dame. Inspired by her, the designers of the hotel Esmeralda Paris named their creation like the symbol of the story.
Built in 1640, the hotel Esmeralda Paris is a reminder of those times, with its charm and complexity. Because of its unusual qualities, the hotel tries to keep alive the customs and the decoration, for the guests to pass directly into the seventeenth century when entering the building. The historic athmosphere works perfectly with the Notre Dame view, and it can get someone back in time, if only for a moment.
The location of this hotel is almost natural. Because it is such an old building, everything around it was later built, and it was done so that now the hotel is in the middle of the entertainment center. The exact address of it is the 4 Rue St-Julien-le-Pauvre, Paris, France 75005. With the Notre Dame just across the river and a pat to Louvre, this boehmic location can charm even the most frowning face.
As for the building itself, it might raise a problem for the old people checking-in. Trying to keep it as original as possible, the owner didn’t install a modern lift, to not ruin the charm. That is why it could be difficult for the elderly to climb the stairs until the fourth floor. But once there, the view it is stunning, and the Notre Dame Cathedral seems to carry you back in time, when nobody even knew what a lift is.
But the climbing of the stairs part is worth it. The view is unparalleled and worth every penny. Even if the old design of the rooms is not suitable to one’s taste, that view over the Notre Dame will redeem everything. Because nothing was changed, the structure of the building transports the guest, and it seems like anytime a seventeenth century person will walk right passed the hallway, like nothing has change, not even a bit.
And if that isn’t enough, there is even a park across the hotel Esmeralda Paris, which the guests are free to use as a garden, just like hundreds of years ago, when the entertainment existing today didn’t exist back then. The simplicity and grandeur of the times can be seen and felt with every step. One might be surprised if a carriage will not pass right near them, for it has that historical intensity.
It is hard to describe all the details and the way that building makes one feel, because they will have to be there to see for themselves. A sure thing is that after the experience, nothing will be the same again. But leaving the outside structure apart, the interior has also a lot to offer for every age and every taste.
Regarding the booking part, if one wants to visit Paris and to have the experience of the hotel Esmeralda Paris, must book a room at least with two months before the date of visit. Because it is such a wonderful place, many people want to come just for the historical meaning, but also for the cozy and comfortable rooms the hotel has to offer. Therefore, make sure to decide soon if the staying will be there, and to make the reservation.
Also, in order to maintain the theme historic, there is not online boking available. To make a reservation, the client must call at the reception number, which is +331 43 54 19 20. Booking can be made even through a fax, with its number 01 40 51 00 68. Another way of getting into contact with hotel Esmeralda Paris is through mail, and the adress is: hotel.esmeralda@orange.fr . A pleasant and most welcoming voice or mail letter will take your call, and present the available rooms, for what period and how much will it cost. The rooms are not expensive, because even though it is set in one of the most rewarding areas of Paris, the 2-star hotel Esmeralda Paris is trying to pleasure everyone, no matter the budget they have come with.
A basic room costs 65€, and it offers everything a 5-star hotel would offer, only on an old fashion style. The double rooms can be rented with 80€ to 95€, depending on the view and on the guest’s preferences. In the holidays it might cost a little more, but still affordable to every pocket. Also, if one wants to books a room in a holiday season, maybe two months ahead will not be enough, due to the popularity of the hotel Esmeralda Paris. The payment can be made with Mastercard Visa or American Express, if cash is not available.
Even though a renovation has been made in 2009, its specific charm has remain, and also the all-old air that it had. It didn’t got any more modern because the structure and the furniture are still there, reminding of a bell epoque. It is true that not many guests enjoy the old fashioned look of the guests rooms, but after a check-in many don’t want to go, or are willing to come back anytime.
The original winding staircase is still there, expecting calmly while the guests get up with their luggage. Also, instead of a classic wood or aluminium handrails, there is a rope, giving a nostalgic air to the staircase. The wood-beamed ceiling give an atmosphere of antique time, when valets where waiting for guests and deliver sigilated letter for the ladies staying there. The wood beams can be seen, accompanied by the vintage decoration.
Hotel Esmeralda Paris has 19 rooms, each and every one of them unique in their own style. They are wallpapered, and even more, the original wallpaper can be seen on every wall. Some of the guests might complain about the quality of it, but because the owner wants to maintain the burlesque air, it has been decided not to be changed. The truth is it would look weird to enter into a room with classic wood-made furniture, and to see brand new modern wallpaper. It will change and broke the comfortable mood of the rooms.
Twlve of the rooms have direct view over the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Seine, and they are all set upstaird, from the second floor up. Many guests have said the view is peerless, and many pictures have been made public to the internet, in order for others to enjoy the fantastic air that surrounds the hotel Esmeralda Paris.
The floors, also the original ones, make a cracking noise with every step, reminding the guests exactly how old the building is. The walls of the narrow corridor are carpeted with vintage paper, as there is in the rooms. On the hallway one can admire intricate carvings, with a rustic feel, ready to teleport one in the seventeenth century.
The rooms are made in a cottage style, comfortable, with a specific smell. Besides the fact that every room is clean and freash, the Victorian-like furniture is also present. The bed in every room is made of boards, and atop there is a cozy mattresses. Because it would have been decandent for them to be the original mattresses used back then, the mattresses are renewed every few years, so that the guests feel welcomed. The decoration for every room is original and with different pieces of furniture.
The floral curtains shade the view, but only for moments, until the guests gets to see the view and never close the curtain back. Also, one can admire himself or herself in the Victorian mirrors, with rough edges and wood frames. The mood can be set from a classic one to a romantic one with the old-fashioned lamps.
The room don’t have a TV, but they have a telephone. And who would want to watch TV when the lights of the city and the amazing landscape gets the eye. In the ninteenth century, the building was equipped with individual bathrooms. Also, a few years ago they have been expanded, and beautiful antique mirros have been set. In a double room there is a bathtub, while in the singles only a shower can be found.
As for the services offered for the rooms, hotel Esmeralda Paris has many. There are not only private bathrooms, but also shared ones, for the clients who are just passing thorugh the beautiful building. Every room has a heat system, so the winters will not be cold, but warm and cozy. The entire atmosphere is held also by the soundproofed windows, keeping the city sounds out of the rooms. Back then, in the century when the hotel was built, only carriages where making noise, and nowadays, of one listens carefully, they can hear the old sounds, while a car passes honking.
In every room there is a safe where the valuable belongings of the guests can be stored. Like said before, apart from the telephone that can be found at the reception, there is also one in every room, for the guests to use whenere they please. There is not an extra charge for the phone, if the phone calls are made in the country.
Outside the rooms, the clients will find a concierge and booking service, and a reception open for 24 hours. There is also a fax machine, and the booking can be made by faxing the personal data for the staying. If the guests want to wake up early in the morning, for breakfast or just to visit the surroundings, there is also a wake-up call service.
The hotel Esmeralda Paris doesn’t have a restaurant, but near by are many from where the clients can choose. But there is a breakfast service, and only for a little fee one can enjoy a traditional parisian breakfats, before entering into the world that Paris has to offer. The breakfast is served for only 8€. Because there is no special place design for dinning, the guests can eat their croissants and enjoy their coffee in the chosen place, while talking with their party or other guests, enjoying the view.
The location of the hotel Esmeralda Paris is also a very good one when someone is staying there not for business, but for pleasure. It is situated in the student district of Paris, also known as the Latin Quarter. It is an active area, mostly because of all the students, because hotel Esmeralda Paris is located near the Sorbonne University, and many other well-known places, listed below, with their descriptions.