Hotel Bel Ami Paris

When it comes to 5-star boutique hotels in Paris, The Bel Ami is one of a kind: stunning interiors, service that goes the extra mile. Everything about this boutique hotel is refreshingly different. Welcome to the left bank.

Located in the Saint-Germain-des-Près, where intellectuals and artists have been meeting for decades, the Hotel Bel Ami embraces the rich history of its vibrant neighborhood to create a unique experience for its guests.

Inside the hotel, elegant piece awaits, such as art installations in the form of a solid glass circle that playfully dresses the hotel’s concierge desk.

Public spaces by interior designer Géraldine Prieur
Géraldine Prieur signed with an audacious spirit, Modern Tie and Dye. An eye like a mirror XXXXL circled by chrome, reflected the fibration of the place, the fabrics for the sofa, the armchair, has signed by local editors, like Osborn and Little, one can contemplate the shelves of the great library with a eclectic book collection, or read in the light of one of the gold Attolo de Vico Magistretti.

As you enter by the Bel Ami Bar, two SIlvera bubble armchairs set the tone featuring a decor favoring the wooden alcoves of Macassar Eboni.

The new rooms by interior designer Pascal Allaman
It is to Pascal Allaman that has been entrusted the recent renovations of three of the four floors of the hotel. The decorator has thus designed all the furniture in the rooms : the desk, the bedside tables in natural oak dressed in an orange lacquered glass tray.

The spirit of the rooms is a very graphical concept in reference to the calligraphy and to the former printing company house which now houses the Bel Ami. “I wanted to create an ergonomic space reminiscent of sliding Japanese panels,” specifies Pascal Allaman.

Ikat ethnic patterns (a technique from the Odisha region in India) by Dedar contribute to recapture the avant-garde spirit of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in the Fifties. They form a whole with the motifs of the carpet, which are inspired by the paintings of the period, notably those of Suzanne Vignier.

4 artists, 4 universes
Florence Bamberger was inspired by the spirit of this design and the new decoration to create specifically for the spaces two new works of abstract compositions: collage, gouache, and collage in harmony with the brown, blue and white tones of the hotel.

Manuel Merida is one of the South American kinetic artists of the second generation. Through his work, the artist wants to avoid proposing a fixed and singular vision, playing with the variations of the colored material (pigments, sand, coal powder, wood particles, painted metal, etc.) contained in his monochrome.

Ced Vernay is a French artist. He lives and works in Marseille. His technique is that of the dot or pixel, his work is halfway between Roman mosaic and pixel art, a form of contemporary pointillism based on mathematical concepts, distance, visual capacity and image memorization.

Jean-Pierre Bourquin obtained the National Diploma of Fine Arts at the ESADHaR of Rouen in 1974. He then took courses in art and archaeology at Paris 1 – Sorbonne from 1974 to 1978. Painter and engraver, he pursues an artistic adventure and exhibits mainly in France (Paris), China and North America.

Artist Ced Vernay, in Salon 1885
Featuring 2 pieces, named Maria Callas & Jesus After Carnival, Ced Vernay blurs the lines between art and science.With its artwork Ced Vernay places the pixel in the center of his artistic work as a symbol of human imperfection.

To fully apprehend his universe, we must also understand his way of reasoning, a real invitation to explore the right hemisphere of our brain, that of a holistic or global perception of things materialized in his work.

Apartment with Terrace
You will love the originality of our Apartment with Terrace. In addition to a kitchenette and a high-end bedding, its comfortable terrace will make your stay a haven of luxury and tranquility in Saint-Germain-des-Pres. This apartment can be connected to an Executive Room, in order to welcome up to 4 guests.

Studio Saint-Germain
Refurbished in 2020 in a chic and contemporary atmosphere, you will be surprised by the adaptability of the Studio St Germain. you will enjoy the generous space (34m²) and the kitchenette.

The friendly and serene ambiance combined to high-end bedding will make your stay a haven of luxury and tranquillity in Saint-Germain-des-Pres. The Studio can be connected to 2 Executive Rooms, in order to welcome up to 6 guests.

Suites
Our collection of Suites (35 to 45 sqm) welcomes you in a chic atmosphere with contemporary graphic lines. Its elegant relaxation combined with premium bedding will make your stay a luxurious parenthesis in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Enjoy the comfort of a living room space with its double convertible sofa for your next Parisian getaway!

Executive Room
Relax in stylish comfort in one of the Hotel Bel Ami’s Executive rooms. All renovated in April 2016 by the architect Pascal Allaman, the executives rooms offer a Parisian atmosphere with items of furniture, specially designed as the desk and the oak bedside table with a orange lacquered glass top.

The spirit of the rooms is a very graphic concept referring to calligraphy and the former printing building, now home to the Bel Ami. Very comfortable bedding (high bed base, thick mattress, mattress topper) comes as standard, together with natural duvets and a selection of pillows.

All rooms are very quiet and distinguished by a city view or a courtyard view, they are as well equipped with a Nespresso machine and coffee pods. Certain rooms have communicating doors with the Deluxe room (ideal for families) and have a view on the church of the famous St-Germain-des-Pres place.

Classic Room
Relax in stylish comfort in one of the Hotel Bel Ami’s Classic rooms. All rooms have double glazing. The décor and furnishings are elegantly understated, functional and welcoming.

Very comfortable bedding (high bed base, thick mattress, mattress topper) comes as standard, together with natural duvets and a selection of pillows. Some rooms are set under the eaves, adding extra charm to their configuration. All rooms are very quiet and perfectly equipped in order to maximize the comfort.

Restaurant les Mots Passants
Vibrant colours shimmering under the light from a large bay window, book shelves holding a collection of art books, ceiling screens beaming down visions of Parisian life, together with a whole range of miscellaneous little objects such as you might find at home, come together to create a joyfully contemporary and welcoming atmosphere.

There is a very striking celebration of culinary pleasures in the form of a huge suspended feature taking up the words of Guy de Maupasssant: “De toutes les passions, la seule vraiment respectable me paraît être la gourmandise” (Of all the passions, the only one which seems respectable to me is the passion for good food).

The Bel Ami Café, restaurant of the Hotel Bel Ami in Saint-Germain-des-Prés invites you to sample its hearty organic breakfast, with dishes to satisfy the most refined palates and the healthiest of appetites.

The Bel Ami Bar
From the moment you step through the door, two Bulle armchairs set the scene: the Bel Ami Bar is the ideal place to relax in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Sitting comfortably on a couch or armchair, cast your eye over the large bookshelves filled with a selection of books from local publishing houses and miscellaneous objects.

You could almost be sitting in a spacious Parisian apartment, home to a lover of the Arts and design. The glass wall bathes the area in natural light.

Jeremy Benettayeb, our new 30-year-old chef bartender, creative mixologist, brings a new breath to the hotel bar, as well as his creativity and experience, gained in prestigious homes around the world, such as Ritz London, Mandarin Oriental, Shangri La, Lutetia, Regina.

He will offer you his new creations, named after the characters that mark the Bel Ami novel from Maupassant, such as Charles Forestier, the Mademoiselle de Marelle.

An urban oasis in the heart of the left bank

Escape the effervescence of the Left Bank in our well – being spaces by Maison Flamel. This urban oasis brings together a healthy and well-being options in a calming setting, in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Près.

Spa treatments by Maison Flamel
Let yourself be tempted by a moment of relaxation in our Spa by taking advantage of our oxygen treatments, and our personalized Maison Flamel facial and body treatments.

Sauna
Relax in our sauna after your workout session or spa treatment: the best place to find some peace. Opening hours: every day, from 7 AM to 11 PM.

Fitness centre & memberships
Being away from home does not mean mssing out on your workouts. Featuring state-of-the-art equipments, stop by our fitness centre on the ground floor to carry on with your routine.

Hotel guests can walk right in for a workout – and locals are welcome thanks to our memberships. To become a member and enjoy a monthly or annual membership, click on the button below to contact our team. Opening hours: every day, from 7 AM to 11 PM.

Made-to-measure events
Unlock breathtaking setting for your boardroom meeting, private dinner or special event. Our facilities, privacy, comfort and gastronomic cuisine, together with our location ensure that corporate and private events always achieve their objectives. We can also offer tailored packages featuring some of our unique and memorable add on’s.

Unlock the left bank
The street in which the hotel is located was formerly the site of the west wing of the Abbey Saint Germain.In the late 14th century, Pope Alexander III entered the monastery using a door situated in what is now the hotel lobby.

Two angels engraved in the stonework of the hotel’s facade are the only remaining signs of this doorway. In the 18th century, the building housed the Imprimerie Nationale state printing works, responsible for printing Parliament’s official documentation.

It is therefore only fitting that the hotel Bel Ami, a hotel whose frontage bears witness to the industrial revolution and its conversion from a former printing works, owes its name to the title of one of the best known works of French literature from the 19th century – ‘Bel Ami’ by Guy de Maupassant.

The Hotel Bel Ami is a mere stone’s throw from the Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés, a few minutes’ walk from ‘Café de Flore’ and the restaurant ‘Les deux Magots’, once frequented by Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, Marguerite Duras and their existentialist circle.

While the last few years have seen major luxury fashion houses take up residence beside designer boutiques on the left bank, the Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés continues to attract artists and intellectuals.

Louvre Museum
Characterized by its glass pyramid from its entrance hall, the Louvre is today the largest museum of art and antiquity in the world. Inaugurated in 1793, it was previously a royal palace of Paris.

Visitors can enjoy its many collections covering an extensive geographical area and several periods since Antiquity, as well as famous pieces such as the Mona Lisa, the Venus of Milo. 3.3 km / 2.050 miles (10 mn by metro)

Orsay Museum
The Musée d’Orsay has the richest collection of impressionist and post-impressionist art in the world. Inaugurated in 1986, it is known for its collections of painting, sculpture, graphic art, photograph representing Western art from 1848 to 1914.

Visitors will also enjoy the beauty of the place, a train station that looks like a palace. 1 km / 0.620 miles (12 mn walk)

Cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris
Cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, occupies a symbolic place in the capital and is the most visited monument in France. A religious and heritage building, this Cathedral of art and history is linked to several moments of French history.

It has been built for two centuries and it celebrated its 850th anniversary of construction in 2013. Visitors can contemplate the gargoyles, the steeple, the stained glass and rose windows, as well as climb the towers for a panoramic view of Paris. 1.4 km / 0.870 miles (15 mn walk)

Pantheon
Located in the heart of the Latin Quarter and on the top of the Montagne Sainte-Geneviève, the Pantheon is a former church and a grandiose building inspired by the facade of the Pantheon of Rome.

It honors the great characters who have marked the history of France, such as Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie or Alexandre Dumas and are buried in its crypt.

Visitors can browse from the various drawings of the Pantheon, decoration, inscriptions and symbols present the construction of the French nation but also enjoy a view of Paris from the colonnade of the dome. 1.6 km / 0.994 miles (15 mn by metro)

Museum National d’Histoire Naturelle
Located in the Jardin des Plantes, the Museum National d’Histoire Naturelle is one of the oldest institutions of this type in the world. Founded in 1793, it presents rich galleries and collections: life-like animals, fossils, minerals, meteorites and also laboratories for scientific research.

Visitors also enjoy the Grandes Serres and the Botanical Gallery where they explore a range of very different environments.

Children will also find their happiness by visiting the Ménagerie, one of the oldest zoos in the world, and the Galerie des Enfants, where they will be amazed by the diversity of plants and animals from various environments. 2.3 km / 1.430 miles (18 mn by metro)

Luxembourg Gardens
Covering an area of ​​23 hectares and located on the edge of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter, the Jardin du Luxembourg is split into French gardens and English gardens.

Created in 1912 upon the initiative of Queen Marie de Medici to accompany the Luxembourg Palace, it houses a hundred of statues, greenhouses of orchids, the Medici fountain and the Orangerie.

In addition to walks through the garden, visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as playing tennis, chess and bridge. It is also ideal for families, in fact, rides and slides have been installed for children. 850 m / 0.528 miles (10 mn walk)

Hôtel National des Invalides
High place of national memory and classified as an historical monument, the Hôtel national des Invalides is today one of the most prestigious monuments in Paris. Built in 1671 at the request of Louis XIV, it was intended to house the disabled soldiers who had served France.

Nowadays, it is still a hospital and hospice for wounded war but the building also houses the Eglise Saint Louis des Invalides, the Eglise du Dome with a military necropolis including the tomb of Napoleon I, the Museum of Plans- Reliefs as well as the Army Museum.

Visitors will discover the history of the Army of France through the collections. 1.8 km / 1.118 miles (20 mn by metro)

Rodin Museum
The Rodin Museum, one of the most important museums in France, houses the collections of Auguste Rodin and Camille Claudel, his muse.

In addition to discover his sculptures, drawings, and photographs, visitors can also stroll through the museum’s garden and meet his master creations: The Thinker, the Burghers of Calais, the Gates of Hell. 1.6 km / 0.994 miles (20 mn by metro)

Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Located in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, the Saint-Germain-des-Prés church is the oldest church in the capital. Founded in 558, it was once a royal necropolis. Visitors can admire its primitive Gothic style as well as its nave of Romanesque art.

Website: www.hotelbelami-paris.com

Rooms: 108

Price: from 295 EUR per night