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Best Western Empire Elysees
The hotel advertised wifi, but in actuality, you have to buy a prepaid wifi card when you check in. The only card the hotel had remaining was a 45min card. This would have been a problem had I not walked a few blocks to another Best Western and purchased a wifi card there. The continental breakfast was not included in the price of the room. The person working the desk when I checked in was quite rude; treating guests almost as a nuisance. The hotel was old and the room was small, but if you are only looking for basic accommodations, near the Arc de Triumphe, then it will serve the purpose....More

Novotel Paris Gare De Lyon
The interior is somewhat grey and uninspiring...however, the location is superb. Located right next to the Gare de Lyon and within walking distance of Le Bastille. There are many nice cafes and shops within walking distance as well. And the metro is right underneath the train station. The staff are pleasant and helpful....More

Best Western Empire Elysees
This hotel falls into the category of "perfectly adequate." Room was small even by European standards, but clean and efficient. Hotel is fairly well maintained. Breakfast was actually very good; diverse, fresh as good as a full service hotel. Location is a little off the beaten track -- but only a 5 min walk to the Arc de Triamph, Champs Elyse and Metro stop. Experienced travelers will find this comfortable, inexperienced travelers will be a little shocked at first about the style -- remember the next step up in the area is hundreds of Euros more. If the hotel is not your destination, this is a good choice and kept me below budget. If you want the hotel to be part of your stay, you need to spend more....More