French Theory

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Luxembourg Gardens

Photo gallery for French Theory

Lobby
Standard Twin Room
Meeting facility
Meeting facility
Porch

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$412
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May

Explore the area

Map
18 Rue Cujas, Paris, Paris, 75005
  • Luxembourg Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Notre-Dame
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Louvre Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Paris (CDG-Roissy-Charles de Gaulle)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Paris

French Theory puts you in the heart of Paris, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Luxembourg Gardens and Panthéon. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Latin Quarter hotel include Notre-Dame and Île Saint-Louis.

What's nearby

  • Panthéon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Luxembourg Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Notre-Dame - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Louvre Museum - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Eiffel Tower - 12 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪La Crêperie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Cercle Luxembourg - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Choupinet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

French Theory

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to 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)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
French Theory offers 48 accommodations with a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

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

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: from 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

  • On-site 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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at French Theory?

French Theory offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at French Theory?

As of 28 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at French Theory on 6 May 2025 start from NZ$390.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does French Theory serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at French Theory?

No, French Theory does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at French Theory?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

French Theory Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 431 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie Antoinette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single staff were polite, friendly, and eager to help. The speak excellent english too!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great budget offering. Room quite cosy, but it added to the charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff, St Marys

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a quad room for a family of 4 with two teenagers. Room was tight but everything is in Paris. Bathroom was really small. Cafe on the property was great. Service was great..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Roxane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic accommodation, room was clean, staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and close to so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
French Theory have a caring staff and are able to converse in English and French. The breakfasts are tasty before another day of touring and there is a small outdoor patio if you prefer to eat outdoors. Ask for a quiet facing room as street worker noise in the wee hours did occur. Leaving the building and turning right you are metres away from St. Michel shopping, Metro and bus service, cafes, take away meals, banks and the Monoprix has everything from food to clothes. You are walking distance to the Pantheon by turning left out the door and up the gentle hill. The Luxembourg Gardens are a simple left once on St Michel and up the hill. What a relaxing place to chill, stroll or have a picnic. The Notre Dame is a simple 10 minute stroll turning right and going straight down St Michel. The Emily in Paris tour begins a few blocks up from the Pantheon and also has some delicious cafes around it. The Latin Quarter is a treasure and The French Theory can answer any questions you might have to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
The location is great and the staff were lovely. The common area is hip and trendy along with some of the decor in the room. However we were very disappointed in the condition of the room. Ripped bed sheets, dirty floors, and the bathroom with no ventilation had the whole hotel room smelling strongly of mildew.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tayler

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

C'est magnifique

Service was wonderful. All the employees were cheerful and kind and helpful. Breakfast and lunch are delicious. The location is convenient and also safe and close to great restaurants. The room is small but was sparkling clean and had great windows that could be opened for great ventilation. Honestly couldn't have had a better experience at French Theory in Paris.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Cool Hotel

Loved French Theory- great location , cool vibe and very professional, friendly staff. It’s the quirkiest, coolest hotel I’ve stayed in, in Paris. Vinyl and a record player in the room, a projector and screen and curated books. Loved staying here and will return later this year - fully recommend . Very clean and just super cool .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was absolutely perfect for our trip. The location was amazing and it was good to have all four of us in one room. The breakfast was also delicious!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine, Gent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Second time we stayed here. It is just great, clean / nice style / friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great find
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Youngmee

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

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

I love it 😀

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

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

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy clean and chic hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is exactly as advertised. It’s Paris and located by the Sorbonne so as the name suggests it has this hipster intellectual flavor to the decor. I didn’t mind. Most people would probably like it. Everyone was very friendly even though I speak minimal French. Great location for visiting downtown Paris. Also you can take the RER B train to and from CDG airport and then it’s just a 5 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

PUI MAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent, walkable to many attractions and close to metro station. Room is clean and sound insulation is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Last-minute save!

My wife and I found French Theory when we needed a place to stay for one night. We will definitely be back -- what a great place! Fantastic staff, comfy rooms, and a great cafe (and cool gifts)! We went back for a last coffee just before I flew out. If you need a place near the Sorbonne or the Luxembourg Gardens this one is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Maurine

Disliked: Amenities
Excellent location, easy access to transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff good vibes..
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024