Hotel Magenta 38 by Happyculture

Location, staff was nice

This is the second time we stay there. The staff is super friendly and the Italian soda and coffee in the lobby 24/7 are lovely touches. The rooms are cosy and some of them have balconies, which, well, obviously I don’t need to add anything: balconies in Paris. You’re super close to Gare de l’Est and the canal.

The style of the room was pretty! We were popped into the top room (attic room), which just gave it so much charm, with smaller windows in the ceiling as skylights, but this gave a beautiful view of the skyline of Paris as if from a movie. Bed was comfy. The bathroom was very functional and clean. Staff were always happy to help. But quiet but helpful. Free coffee was a bonus and comp water from reception. Pretty close to the main station, Charles De Gaulle. Would happily stay here again and already plan on.

The breakfast was plentiful and varied with fruit and yogurt as well as bread, pastries, pancakes eggs, ham and sausage and more. The staff were all friendly, professional and welcoming. There is a lift which is great for luggage but you can also work out by climbing the stairs which is great for a gentle cardio work out. It is a 15 minute walk to or from the Gare du Nord and even quicker to the Gare de L'Est. The breakfast room was being decorated (after the end of each service) so we were able to see the progress made each day and admire the workmanship.

The location was perfect for me. Walking distance to Nord and Est train stations, Montmartre and Louvre but convenient for public transit. Longest ride was to the Eiffel which was still good. Great restaurants across the street and around the corner. The canal is a short walk away and a lovely place to go for a walk or wander. Staff are super friendly and helpful and there is an elevator. Single room is small but has all that's needed and the bed is comfortable. I had to take the dog on short walks late at night and I felt quite safe.