French Theory

City-center hotel within walking distance of Panthéon

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In the heart of Paris, French Theory offers a tranquil retreat near Luxembourg Gardens and Notre-Dame. Discover a treasure trove of books in the library or satisfy your cravings at the snack bar/deli. With helpful staff, free WiFi, and concierge services to plan your day.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
$95 nightly
$118 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
Pet friendly
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Standard Single Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Standard Twin Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Standard Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
Pet friendly
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
Pet friendly
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
Pet friendly
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Quadruple Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
Pet friendly
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Rue Cujas, Paris, Paris, 75005

What's nearby

  • Sorbonne University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Panthéon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Luxembourg Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rue Mouffetard - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Notre-Dame - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Paris Orly Airport (ORY) - 27 min drive
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - 48 min drive
  • Paris Port-Royal Station - 14 min walk
  • Châtelet-Les Halles Station - 20 min walk
  • Paris Denfert-Rochereau Station - 23 min walk
  • Paris Luxembourg Station - 3 min walk
  • Cluny - La Sorbonne Station - 5 min walk
  • Odeon Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Cercle Luxembourg - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Crêperie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Choupinet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Rostand - ‬3 min walk

About this property

French Theory

French Theory offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Luxembourg Gardens and Panthéon. Also, Notre-Dame and Rue de Rivoli are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Paris Luxembourg Station is 3 minutes and Cluny - La Sorbonne Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 3 children (7 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 33 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 200 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.53 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Also known as

Cujas
Cujas Pantheon
Hotel Cujas
Hotel Cujas Pantheon
Hotel Cujas Pantheon Paris
Cujas Pantheon Paris
Cujas Pantheon Hotel
French Theory Hotel
French Theory Paris
Hotel Cujas Pantheon
French Theory Hotel Paris

Frequently asked questions

Does French Theory offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, French Theory does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at French Theory?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times at French Theory?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What's the area around French Theory like?

French Theory is in Latin Quarter, a short 3-minute walk from Paris Luxembourg Station and 6 minutes' walk from Luxembourg Gardens. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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French Theory Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant offered excellent food and coffee options, with many guests praising the delicious meals and convenient dining experience. (8 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was delicious and offered many options. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff and great coffee!
Tim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

loved the vibe downstair with the music studio, bookshop plants and coffee
Clément, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location& staff
EMANUEL, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly, room was very clean, quiet, great location. I would definitely stay here again!
Sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff and amenities are good
Girivaraprasad, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Jenna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, super friendly staff, and a different type hotel.
Karina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

good location and cozy room
Kazys, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, cool vibe, amazing people!
Federico, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and safe area. Staff was amazing and very helpful. Rooms were big and clean and will absolutly consider staying here again in the future
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All staff I interacted with were friendly and welcoming. The room was small, but had all one would want. I would definitely stay again.
Maren, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room but small. Great location. The coffee shop in the lobby is a plus! Recommend
Raul, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very nice. Held my bags before I checked in so I could wander. Great for a short stay.
Elena, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was well located, friendly staff, great experience
Bryanne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location, confortable beds. Super helpful staff. Will certainly stay there again
Julia, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel. Walking distance to many things and staff were friendly.
Lindsay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the location and the courtesy and professionalità of the staff
Andrea, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were super friendly. I loved the attached coffee shop!
Jonathon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool stay

Great hotel in a cool district, perfect for a weekend away
Richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was small & simple, but clean & comfortable. The location is perfect for exploring the city. But above all, the staff was lovely & accommodating. I arrived early, but since my room was ready, I was invited in right away. Luggage storage was also provided upon checkout. Would definitely stay here again!
Annika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay and close to so much.
Keith A, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Small rooms but perfect for 1 person. Great location.
Colette, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my stay

Very nice small hotel in an excellent position that is good value for money.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was sizable for a boutique hotel. Loved the decor ( working record player with records in the room, as well as books ) and proximity to la Sorbonne, book stores, and all necessary shops and dining options.
Nicole, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Clean rooms.
Stefano, 2-night trip