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French Theory

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Luxembourg Gardens

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Lobby
Restaurant
Lobby lounge
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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18 Rue Cujas, Paris, Paris, 75005
  • Place, Panthéon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Luxembourg Gardens
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Notre-Dame
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Paris (CDG-Roissy-Charles de Gaulle)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Paris

Heart of Paris.Within a 10-minute walk of this Latin Quarter hotel, you'll find Luxembourg Gardens and Panthéon. Notre-Dame and Louvre Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sorbonne University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Panthéon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Luxembourg Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rue Mouffetard - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Notre-Dame - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Paris Luxembourg Station - 3 min walk
  • Paris Port-Royal Station - 14 min walk
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Crêperie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Choupinet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Ladurée - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

French Theory

3-star hotel near Luxembourg Gardens
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at French Theory.

This 3-star Paris hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
French Theory offers 48 accommodations with hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Paris hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 22 per person
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 7 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 22 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 7 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is 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

How close is French Theory to the airport?

French Theory is 11.5 mi (27-min drive) away from the Paris Orly Airport (ORY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does French Theory have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at French Theory.

Does French Theory offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at French Theory, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 22 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at French Theory?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at French Theory?

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

Is there free parking at French Theory?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does French Theory have a pool?

French Theory does not have a pool.

Does French Theory have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is French Theory to downtown Paris?

French Theory is 0.5 mi away from Paris.

French Theory Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 646 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 646 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 646 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 646 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 646 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff I interacted with were friendly and welcoming. The room was small, but had all one would want. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Held my bags before I checked in so I could wander. Great for a short stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yamane

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
fire Alarm was ringing 2 nights in a row. all guests had to rush out, water seeping im the room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good location and cozy room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antwanet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room as described and seen in photos. Very clean and perfect for solo traveler just wanting a clean and safe place to shower and sleep. Would definitely stay here again next time. Close to transport, dining options and Luxembourg gardens. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked a superior room - it was a comfortable size for a 6 night stay. Location was great for sightseeing, the hotel had a decent-sized elevator and a good cafe. The room was quiet and the queen bed was very comfortable. The room had all of the modern amenities (USB plugs, Bluetooth speaker etc) I had read some of the complaints about the bathroom and water spraying - the shower pressure is intense and the design doesn't quite keep all of the water in the tub, but it really wasn't a deal breaker for me. Just use an extra towel on the ground! Only complaint was that we had the fire alarm go off two nights in a row due to an issue with the heating system. The night staff handled it fine but some form of compensation for two nights of disrupted sleep would have been a nice touch.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DEBBIE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was actually very good and comfortable. Had window open because the weather was cool and beautiful. Shower was very good- big bathroom, hot water and lots of water pressure. The area is perfect- close to everything to walk to and great restaurants everywhere! Only complaint was the noise and construction outside. I would request a room opposite the Main Street so it will be more quiet. There was noise starting every morning at 5 am whether it was the garage trucks, or the construction or people yelling up and down the streets. That’s my only complaint.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The street construction was annoying and loud but the area is great and conveniently located to multiple transit lines.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff and service excellent. However so called wine bar offered just 2 wines by the glass of which at least one was unavailable. We were served a replacement at €9 per glass which literally undrinkable. Rather visit one of the numerous local bars or wine venues!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Murielle

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

GAIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
As a tourism professional and well travelled person, my theory is that this hotel has an unimpressive façade, small missable entrance and dark, gloomy interior. My taxi driver had difficulty finding it. The current roadworks nearby makes it very inconvenient for taxis to drop you off or pick you up or to roll your luggage on rough, uneven pavements. This hotel is very overpriced for its very basic and small rooms. Mine had a bathroom with a bathtub and shower hose that was impossible to stand up in and use due to sloping roof. Had I known that, that would have been a definite deal breaker for me. Thankfully I only spent one night. Not good value for money at all. Stay elsewhere with an equally good location but better facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean-philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Terrible sound insulation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Fanny

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location and the courtesy and professionalità of the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence, Evanston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am a big fan of French theory. I like the rooms, the people, the coffee area. I highly recommend it. Location is near Luxembourg Gardens and the Sorbonne and when not under construction, the street is quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hassan, Amman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is near Sorbonne university and San Michelle blv. It is decent for one person. Clean and organized. The staff are very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was more spacious than I had anticipated. It was also very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, super friendly staff, and a different type hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central location is superb

Helpful Staff. In my mind, the best rooms are on the upper floors facing Rue Cujas .. more light and air, and potentially quiteter! This hotel is conveniently situated near Luxembourg RER (6 min walk) for rapid transit to CDG. Central location is ideal for 3-7 day visit and for guests who do not plan to spend a lot of time in the smaller rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025