Hôtel Castex

Hotels
Independent
8 (1368 reviews)
5 Rue Castex, Paris, Paris, 75004 , Paris , FR

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Free newspapers in lobby
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and warm staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small and dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Several complaints about cleanliness noted, particularly hair in the sheets and dirty shower curtains.
Service
9.05
Overall positive sentiment regarding staff friendliness and availability.
Location
9.09
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location of the hotel for visits.
Room Quality
7.54
Some rooms were small and dated, but generally well-maintained.
Amenities
8.07
Amenities were satisfactory, but some guests noted a lack of bedside lamps.
Value for Money
7.03
Criticism regarding value for money relative to cleanliness and room size.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Breakfast service received praise, although value was questioned by some.
Overall Experience
8.05
Mixed feelings about the overall experience due to cleanliness issues, but overall satisfaction expressed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:19

Property Description

Experience the charm of Paris at Hôtel Castex, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of the city.

Delicious Dining
Savor a delightful buffet breakfast served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, or indulge in room service during limited hours for a cozy dining experience right in your room.

Comfortable Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 30 well-appointed guestrooms, featuring complimentary wireless internet, modern amenities like desks and safes, and refreshing bathrooms with showers and hair dryers.

Central Location
Ideally situated just a short walk from iconic landmarks such as Place de la Bastille and the July Column, explore the beauty of Paris with ease and convenience at your doorstep.

Book your stay at Hôtel Castex today and immerse yourself in the allure of Paris!

Important information:

  • 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.
  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CDG

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1368 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 7.03
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.05
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Emma couple it
7
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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HARMEN solo_traveller fr
9
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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ADAM solo_traveller it
1
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2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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FREDERIQUE couple fr
3
Mauvaise expérience
Pros:

L’emplacement
La gentillesse du jeune qui a géré notre arrivée.

Cons:

Toutes les chambres qu’on nous a présenté avaient le plafond de la salle de bain démonté car il y avait des travaux de Clim à priori …
Nous avons été cool au départ et puis au bout de 5 chambres on s’est dit qu’on se foutait de nous.
Nous avons demandé une annulation de la réservation.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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debora solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Antti solo_traveller fi
8
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Maja family_with_children us
7
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Gilles solo_traveller fr
5
Cons:

Pas d'eau chaude lorsque j'ai voulu prendre une douche et pas de clim

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Marzia couple it
7
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Maja family_with_children hr
1
Najgore hotelsko iskustvo u životu.
Pros:

Samo lokacija.

Cons:

Iznimno loš hotel. Fotografije kojima se prezentiraju stare i neistinite. Zrak ustajao, hotel neuredan, osoblje na pultu nezainteresirano. Puše kroz zatvorene prozore, lift jedva radi, stepenice stare, jako prljave i bez zraka. Prvi put u životu da se u hotelu nismo osjećali sigurno. Doručak jako loš.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Guy family_with_children fr
8
Très agréable
Pros:

L'accueil très sympathique et la situation proche de l'opéra Bastille.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Urdanabia solo_traveller pm
7
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Debbie couple au
1
Do not book this hotel
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The property is tired and grubby, the man on reception (Eric) was unhelpful and rude. The photos shown on the website do not reflect reality. There a many hotels available in this price point that are much better.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Karly couple ca
3
Good location but otherwise no where near worth the price
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Staff were not very friendly, arrived for check in to find a be back soon sign - seems strange to align a break with check in time - waited an additional 15 minutes. The rooms are in need of updates - mold in the shower, scuffs and cracks in the paint and on the walls, stains on the sheets

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Aimin extended_group us
3
Very bad experience and could not sleep well in the very hot room.
Pros:

It is clean and convenient

Cons:

Room very small, facility not well kept, room service not consistent, lights out in the stairs, and no air conditioning as advertised.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Dovganiuk solo_traveller es
8
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Bernadette solo_traveller ie
7
Pros:

I liked the location and old charm of the hotel . The staff accommodated us with a change of room as air conditioning was not working and we were given a room opening to outdoor space..

Cons:

Unfortunately there was renovations going on outside our door.. 1st set of staff much friendlier than 2nd set..Go so far as to say a reception staff was rude.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Katrin solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Hübsches Hotel, schönes Zimmer

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Thirza couple nl
4
Cons:

The hotel is located in a great area in Paris, which is reflected in the price. Unfortunately, our overall experience did not meet expectations.
During our stay, temperatures exceeded 30°C, and the air conditioning in the hotel was not working. We were only informed of this upon arrival, leaving us with no opportunity to cancel or find alternative accommodation. In such heat, a functioning air conditioning system is essential, and not having it significantly impacted our stay.
As compensation, we were offered free breakfast, which we appreciated, but it did not come close to balancing the discomfort caused. Our room became unbearably hot, making it difficult to relax or sleep properly. This negatively affected our entire weekend getaway. Additionally, the refrigerator in the room was not working either, which made it impossible to keep drinks or food cool in the heat.
Because of the heat, we had to keep the windows open at all times. This led to insects entering the room, and on Saturday evening, the street noise was very loud, making it even harder to rest. The small fan provided by the hotel made little difference in such high temperatures.
Overall, we feel that the price we paid was not justified given these circumstances. We did enjoy Paris, but the hotel experience was a significant disappointment.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Elisabeth extended_group gb
5
A pleasant break, but could have been so much better.
Pros:

The location was excellent and the staff were both pleasant & helpful. The bathroom was very good with a lovely shower, efficient lavatory and space for toiletries; I imagine it has been recently refurbished.
The room, however, was tired and in need of a good coat of paint. We like the recesses at the side of the bed instead of bedside tables as this allowed additional space for moving around. A welcome bottle of wine [on the house] was a nice touch.

Cons:

The main issues were as follows:
- the fridge didn't work;
- teabags & paper cups were not replaced on a daily routine;
- there was limited hanging space for long garments;
- there was no air-conditioning & the fan [supplied] had a very short lead [and our stay was during a heatwave].
- there was only ONE electric plug. This was our main problem & in the end we had to unplug the TV as my friend needed to recharge her hearing aids each night, We both had mobile phones & other electrical equipment which needed to be charged overnight. THIS WAS OUR CHIEF PROBLEM.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee