I've been coming to the Villa Mazarin for several years and always, ALWAYS have a great stay. Americans will love this place - it contradicts every negative stereotype about France. The staff is always super nice and don't flip attitude if you don't speak French. They are happy to speak English. As the hotel is in the heart of the Maurais, it is very gay friendly but not exclusively gay. So, if you're straight, don't hesitate to stay here. The place isn't like a gay bar AT ALL, it's just a really nice, classy boutique hotel.
The rooms are spacious and really nicely appointed. EVERYTHING WORKS. The hot water works, the refrigerator works, the coffee maker works, the wireless internet works, the A/C and heating works. The beds are comfortable, the sheets are nice, the rooms are QUIET, there is shampoo/soap in the bathroom. I travel a LOT for work and have had my share of annoying hotel stays that were "half effort" and bad attitude. None of that here. You're right in the heart of the Maurais and within walking distance of everything.
You can get to the Villa Mazarin here from CDG airport very easily by train. Don't get intimidated by the Paris subways, they are very EASY to use and WAY CHEAPER and FASTER than taking a taxi. Have fun in Paris! :)
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