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Post by justjools on Jul 25, 2010 15:31:26 GMT -5
This was where I stayed for our Orient Express engagement trip in March. Easily the best place I've stayed in in Paris, possibly anywhere. Gorgeous, individually styled, big and homely rooms, 2 steps to the Seine and Notre Dame, wonderful fresh breakfasts, friendly people, fantastic traditional food. All for about 90euro a night. I challenge you to do better! Cheers Jools Attachments:
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Post by Sandy M on Jul 25, 2010 15:46:19 GMT -5
Glad you found "my hotel" - my home away from home while in Paris. Love the Degres and it's so nice that the same staff is there each time I have returned!! The location is the best in my opinion. You had a bargain at 90 euro as the single that I have rented is 95 euro - maybe they lowered their prices since I was there last?? Anyway, it is a great little hotel and I'm glad you enjoyed it. I didn't stay there last May when in Paris and I missed staying there - for various reasons, I stayed in the Montmartre area which I enjoyed but I did miss being at the Degres!
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Post by justjools on Jul 26, 2010 17:59:42 GMT -5
It's a real gem isn't it?
The only minor snag are the stairs to the penthouse room, still worth it though.
Montmartre's great too, but I prefer the proximity to the river and centre myself.
Jools
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Post by Sandy M on Jul 27, 2010 17:25:29 GMT -5
A gem to be sure - at least for me - and for you also. I love the location, "my" room which is the only single room they have and happens to be on the first floor which is imperative for me without a lift available. Just love this little place - feel so at home there! I have stayed at a couple of other hotels and in October will try staying in an apartment but no matter where else I stay, my heart is still at the Degres!
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Post by GitteK on Jul 28, 2010 4:57:30 GMT -5
Not really a Montmartre girl yet, eh Sandy ?? Well, we'll se about that in October !!  Shoesy and I walked by Les Degres in May and I agree it's a super location, quiet yet in the middle of "things". |
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Post by Jody on Jul 28, 2010 5:33:43 GMT -5
I've seen it when we've gone to Le Reminet for dinner. Heard the restaurant is very good. Will have to give it a try. Too bad there is no elevator . My old legs wouldn't make it above the first flight of stairs
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Post by Shoesy on Jul 28, 2010 5:54:18 GMT -5
I also walked by that hotel in 2009 after Shlomo and I had dined in Le Reminet. We actually stopped in front of it to have a look at our map, and a really nice guy peeked his head out of the window and asked if we needed help. We politely replied that we were fine, but then I suddenly noticed the sign and understood that it was Sandy's hotel.  I then mentioned that my friend from Iowa always stayed there, and he immediately smiled and said that he knew her very well. ;D |
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Post by justjools on Jul 29, 2010 1:45:52 GMT -5
Yes, the food is great. The creme brulee is really good in particular. Be warned though, some of the starter portions are enormous! (by UK standards anyway)
The other restaurant that was mentioned (The Reminet was it?) is that the one on the opposite corner?
Jools
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Post by Jody on Jul 29, 2010 3:42:24 GMT -5
Yes , jools it is opposite with a purple facade. It to is very goos. We are having our Oct GTG there as we did last year.They have a lovely room in the cellar that will hold all of us and not disturb the other patrons
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Post by justjools on Aug 19, 2010 16:29:36 GMT -5
Oh great, I may come along to that if I can, and if it's ok with everyone. Actually I'm in Paris next weekend, no accom sorted yet though, so any tips on good, cheap places to stay most welcome. Lovely as it is les degres is outta my budget this time.
I won a trip on facebook for return trip from london with eurostar, but believe it or not i couldn't find anyone to take the other ticket, literally could not give it away!
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Post by Jody on Aug 19, 2010 17:27:10 GMT -5
I'd bet we could get Megan to take the offer!!!  |
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Post by justjools on Aug 19, 2010 18:21:50 GMT -5
I should have posted on here really but was so sure a friend would snap it up that I didn't think of it, and it came with a ticket to Rock en Seine. What's wrong with people eh?
By the way, how do I get notified of new posts to threads I comment on here?
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Post by Shoesy on Aug 19, 2010 23:07:06 GMT -5
By the way, how do I get notified of new posts to threads I comment on here? Simple solution. You visit OPF many times a day and check out all new posts. ;D |
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Post by Megan on Aug 20, 2010 5:41:07 GMT -5
I'd bet we could get Megan to take the offer!!! I would have snapped at it as I wanted to go to the festival too but alas I have a friend flying in from NZ on the 29th so I could not have gone ! |
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Post by Megan on Aug 20, 2010 5:43:12 GMT -5
Jools - theres a great New Zealand band playing on Sunday - Fat Freddys Drop - make sure you check them out
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Post by geordy on Aug 20, 2010 7:28:59 GMT -5
By the way, how do I get notified of new posts to threads I comment on here? Simple solution. You visit OPF many times a day and check out all new posts. ;D And you can "bookmark" the thread..then you are notified via e-mail when the thread has been updated. Bookmark is in the upper left corner of the thread box. |
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Post by Shoesy on Aug 20, 2010 7:40:52 GMT -5
An exalt to you, Geordy, for knowing that. |
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Post by Megan on Aug 20, 2010 9:11:48 GMT -5
Simple solution. You visit OPF many times a day and check out all new posts. ;D And you can "bookmark" the thread..then you are notified via e-mail when the thread has been updated. Bookmark is in the upper left corner of the thread box. I did not know that - thats brilliant , Thanks geordy |
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Post by justjools on Aug 22, 2010 19:28:56 GMT -5
It's bookmarked, but I'm not getting those noties.. Fat Freddy's Drop- will look out for them. Am very excited about seeing eels, beirut, band of horses and temper trap and all in what looks like a very nice park! Yes, I'm most happy to frequent these boards even if it does involve a bit of rootling and remembering. Can I trouble you for opinions on the following hotels while I'm here pls: Hotel Eldorado - recomm on another thread here, looks great, but no online booking and email bounced back  Hotel Beaunier - nr Porte D'Orleans Both v cheap, beaunier has room with a patio- grt for smoker like me Thanks all Thanks all |
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Post by Jody on Aug 23, 2010 3:33:52 GMT -5
Jools when you come into the forum click on your name. It will take you to your profile and the last 5 posts you made or commented on
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I then mentioned that my friend from Iowa always stayed there, and he immediately smiled and said that he knew her very well. ;D
hahahha