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What is the cancellation policy?
The cancellation policy at the Experimental Marais hotel depends on the rate. On flexible rates, cancellation is free of charge up to 2 days before arrival; after that, the full stay is charged, as it is in the event of a no-show. The hotel also offers non-refundable rates, as well as a long-stay offer from 3 nights, both of which are non-refundable in the event of cancellation.
Is a deposit required when booking?
No deposit is required when booking a flexible rate at the Experimental Marais hotel. Prepayment is, however, taken at the time of booking for non-refundable rates.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is included in the flexible rate with breakfast at the Experimental Marais hotel. For rates that do not include it, breakfast can be added for €37 per person, or ordered à la carte on site at the public rate of €37 per person.
Are there specific conditions for group bookings?
Yes, at the Experimental Marais hotel, specific conditions and additional fees may apply from 3 rooms booked.
How many rooms are there, and what types does the hotel offer?
The Experimental Marais hotel has 43 rooms across 6 categories: Classic Baldaquin Room, Superior Room, Grande Superior Room, Deluxe Room, Executive Room and Suite.
What is the room size?
Rooms at the Experimental Marais hotel range from 21 m² for the Classic Baldaquin Room to 58 m² for the Suite, with several sizes in between: Superior Room 24 m², Grande Superior Room 27 m², Deluxe Room 35 m² and Executive Room 41 m².
Do any rooms have a city view?
Yes, at the Experimental Marais hotel, the Classic Baldaquin Room, Grande Superior Room, Deluxe Room and Suite categories overlook the Parisian streets. The Superior Room and Executive Room overlook the inner courtyard.
Are connecting rooms available?
Yes, connecting rooms are available at the Experimental Marais hotel in the Deluxe Room category, subject to availability. Up to 4 rooms can connect with one another on the same floor.
Do all rooms have a bathtub?
No, at the Experimental Marais hotel, only the Deluxe Room and Suite categories have a bathtub; the other rooms are fitted with a shower.
Do any rooms have Japanese toilets?
Yes, some rooms at the Experimental Marais hotel are fitted with them, mainly in the Deluxe Room and Executive Room categories; this is not the case in every room, however.
What amenities are found in every room?
Every room at the Experimental Marais hotel has air conditioning, a seating area, a desk, a safe, a private entrance and good soundproofing, as well as a minibar and a flat-screen television with satellite channels. Rooms are also suitable for guests with allergies.
What is in the bathroom?
Every room at the Experimental Marais hotel has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, complimentary toiletries, bathrobe, slippers, hairdryer and towels.
Does the hotel offer family-friendly rooms?
Yes, the Experimental Marais hotel offers family rooms to welcome guests of all ages.
Are the rooms non-smoking?
Yes, the Experimental Marais hotel is entirely non-smoking.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
At the Experimental Marais hotel, check-in is from 3pm to midnight, and check-out is until 12pm.
Is there a minimum age to check in?
Yes, guests must be at least 18 years old to check in on their own at the Experimental Marais hotel.
Does the hotel welcome children?
Yes, children of all ages are welcome at the Experimental Marais hotel; from the age of 4, however, they are charged at the adult rate.
Can a baby cot be added to the room?
Yes, a baby cot is available free of charge on request for children aged 0 to 2 at the Experimental Marais hotel, subject to availability. The hotel can also provide an extra bed.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are welcome free of charge on request at the Experimental Marais hotel, cats included. A basket and bowls are provided.
Is parking available?
Yes, a private, secure car park is associated with the Experimental Marais hotel; it is located in a building just opposite the hotel.
How long does it take to reach the hotel from Charles de Gaulle airport?
Allow around 1 hour by car from Charles de Gaulle airport to the Experimental Marais hotel, depending on traffic.
Is a concierge service available?
Yes, the Experimental Marais hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk, to help guests plan their stay in Paris.
Is the reception open 24/7?
Yes, the reception at the Experimental Marais hotel is open 24 hours a day, with private check-in and check-out available.
Is room service available?
Yes, room service is available at the Experimental Marais hotel, including dinner served directly in the room.
Does the hotel have a business centre?
Yes, a business centre is available to guests of the Experimental Marais hotel.
Is Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free throughout the Experimental Marais hotel.
Is a babysitting service available?
Yes, a babysitting service is available at the Experimental Marais hotel, provided by Baby Prestige with registered and insured babysitters. Requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance, and rates are provided directly by the reception.
Is a currency exchange service available?
Yes, currency exchange, as well as luggage storage and lockers, are available at the Experimental Marais hotel.
Does the hotel host evenings or events?
Yes, the Experimental Marais hotel occasionally hosts themed dinners, cooking classes, concerts or shows, as well as lively evenings.
Are the rooms wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all rooms at the Experimental Marais hotel are wheelchair accessible, including by lift to the upper floors.
Do all rooms have a walk-in shower?
Yes, all rooms at the Experimental Marais hotel are fitted with a walk-in shower.
Do some rooms have additional accessibility features?
Yes, at the Experimental Marais hotel, the Superior Room, Grande Superior Room, Deluxe Room and Suite categories have a bathtub with grab rails. The Superior Room and Grande Superior Room also have a raised toilet and an emergency cord in the bathroom, while the Deluxe Room has a lowered washbasin, a wheelchair-accessible shower and a toilet with grab rails.
What should I do if I have specific accessibility needs?
We recommend contacting the Experimental Marais hotel directly before booking, to discuss your needs and identify the most suitable room.
Does the hotel have a spa?
Yes, the spa at the Experimental Marais hotel features a Roman bath, a hammam, a relaxation area and wellness packages, with the option of booking a personal trainer.
Is the Roman bath a real swimming pool?
No, it is a pool smaller than a standard swimming pool, unique to the spa at the Experimental Marais hotel; the hotel does not have a swimming pool as such.
Is there a jacuzzi?
Yes, a hot tub is available at the Experimental Marais hotel.
Does the spa offer manicures or pedicures?
No, these treatments are not offered at the spa of the Experimental Marais hotel.
Is the spa open at all hours?
The Roman bath and hammam at the Experimental Marais hotel are in principle open 24 hours a day, but access may require booking a time slot depending on the period; it is best to check availability before your stay.
What is the hotel's restaurant?
The restaurant at the Experimental Marais hotel is Temple & Chapon. It serves French, American and international cuisine in a contemporary setting, with vegetarian and vegan options.
When is the restaurant open?
Temple & Chapon, the restaurant at the Experimental Marais hotel, welcomes guests for breakfast, brunch and dinner, as well as for an afternoon bite or an aperitif. Opening hours vary and are updated regularly in the dedicated section.
Is breakfast served as a buffet or à la carte?
Breakfast is always served à la carte at the Experimental Marais hotel.
Can meals be served in the room?
Yes, at the Experimental Marais hotel, both breakfast and dinner can be served directly in the room.
Where is the hotel located?
The Experimental Marais hotel is located at 116 rue du Temple, in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, in the heart of the Marais, around 550 m from the Centre Pompidou.
Which attractions can be reached from the hotel?
From the Experimental Marais hotel, the Centre Pompidou is 550 m away, the Sainte-Chapelle 1.5 km, the Louvre 1.7 km, the Tuileries Garden and the Luxembourg Gardens 2.5 km, the Musée d'Orsay and the Musée de l'Orangerie 3 km, the Musée Rodin 4 km, and the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower 5 km.
Which museums and galleries are there in the neighbourhood?
Around the Experimental Marais hotel, the neighbourhood brings together contemporary art galleries, such as Galerie RX, Galerie Denise René and Galerie Nathalie Obadia, as well as many museums: the Musée des Arts et Métiers and its Foucault pendulum, the Musée Carnavalet, the Musée Cognacq-Jay, the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature, the Maison de Victor Hugo, the Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme and the Musée des Archives nationales.
Are there gardens or green spaces nearby?
Yes, several gardens are tucked away in the lanes around the Experimental Marais hotel: the Jardin Anne Frank, a green haven with an orchard at the end of a small lane, the Square Georges Cain, set on former medieval vegetable gardens and crowned by a majestic fig tree, the Jardin de l'Hôtel Salé and the Clos des Blancs Manteaux.
Are there restaurants or cafés right next to the hotel?
Yes, several addresses are just a few steps from the Experimental Marais hotel: Le Roi de Pique (40 m), Bonnard (100 m) and Hank Pizza (100 m).
Which places do you recommend for dinner or drinks in the neighbourhood?
For dinner or drinks in the neighbourhood, the Experimental Marais hotel recommends Tanat, Café Berry, Nuances, Grave, Le Colimaçon, Chez Julien, Parcelles and Camille.
What is the nearest metro station?
Arts et Métiers (400 m) and Rambuteau (450 m) are the closest metro stations to the Experimental Marais hotel.
How do I reach the hotel from the Paris train stations?
The Experimental Marais hotel is easily reached from Gare de l'Est, Gare du Nord and Gare de Lyon, as well as from Châtelet-Les Halles (1.1 km) and Saint-Michel Notre-Dame (1.7 km).
Is the hotel close to an airport?
The Experimental Marais hotel is located in central Paris, away from the airports: allow around 14 km to Orly, 20 km (around 1 hour's drive) to Paris-Charles de Gaulle and 78 km to Beauvais.


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