Grand Pigalle
Parisian Bed & Beverage
Haussmann's Renovation of Paris was a massive public works project commissioned by Napolean during the 19th Century. This major undertaking stripped Paris of many of the city's medieval neighborhoods. It was highly contentious, and we would most likely have stood beside the residents protesting the "gutting of old Paris." Yet, as controversial as it was, the Haussman era resulted in the current iconic image we know so well of Paris today. Think of broad, tree-lined boulevards, grand plazas and fountains, large city parks, and a unified architectural style including elegant buildings like the one that a favorite Parisian hotel––Grand Pigalle––sits in today.
The Hotel
Grand Pigalle is the first hotel of the Experimental Group––three friends turned hospitality powerhouse based in Paris. The owners, Romée de Goriainoff, Pierre-Charles Cros, and Olivier Bon, come together to create unique, well-designed, and utterly delicious experiences in their restaurants, bars, and hotels. Each of their establishments has an unending style, welcoming service, and a vibe that will make you feel welcomed despite its oh-so-cool factor.
Like all hotels we like to promote, you don't need to sightsee to know the flavor and culture of the city when staying at an Experimental Hotel. Instead, you are automatically infused into it when you choose a hotel like Grand Pigalle. I am admittedly an ardent Francophile, and the Grand Pigalle feels like my little slice of Parisian heaven. It's small, quaint, within a neighborhood combining charm and (some leftover) grit. The hotel is undeniably buzzy yet relaxed, and once you close the door to your room, serene and comfortable enough for a great night's sleep.
The Area
Once a red-light district of Paris, South Pigalle––known locally as SoPi–– has been catering to the hip and trending the better part of a decade. Hipster neighborhoods can be a turnoff to many (us at times too). But don't cast aside SoPi. SoPi's combination of quality cups of coffee (not as easy to find as you would think, in Paris), art, delicious gastro spots, shops of sustainably and locally made pretty things, all mixed with a trace of the naughty of days past (peep show anyone?) makes for a perfect neighborhood for us.
The Rooms
There are several sweet jewel-toned room styles to choose from. Go for an atmospheric balcony room overlooking iconic Parisian street life or a quieter room overlooking the courtyard. The hotel offers larger rooftop rooms (read: attic) with angled ceilings and less light, but you have much more space to work in and full baths to make up for it. Good Trips Tip: go for the Grand Pigalle corner rooms. Just the right combination of patterns, materials, rich colors, light, and our favorite street views.
Food and Drink
Grand Pigalle is your quintessential Bed and Beverage kind of stay. You can't visit an Experimental Hotel without trying one of their beautiful and tasty creations from an infamous mixologist. Fret not, alcohol-free guests; the mocktails are just as delish. There is an overwhelming amount of yum to be had in the South Pigalle neighborhood, but it could work in your favor to skip the hunt and head downstairs to Frenchie, a well-loved local restaurant with one-starred chef Gregory March at the helm. The chef's global travels inspire the "spontaneous" menu, so you'll find an eclectic yet cohesive assortment of options ranging from sweetbread nuggets served with raw cream and caviar to roasted apricots and red curry wild cockles. Ingredients are typically organic, seasonal, and local as much as possible.
Style
Art Deco minimalism with bold geometric patterns and shapes in deep jewel tones accentuated with brass fixtures throughout are brought to you by Dorothée Meilichzon. Dorothée's iconic style has graced more than sixty fortunate hospitality projects throughout Europe plus New York, and we've been big fans for a while now. We could talk about many design features here, but I can't get enough of the shiny alligator green tiles in the elegant baths, making these spaces feel like an exciting modern take on the bold baths of the sixties.
Good things to know
While the hotel is family-friendly (babysitters on hand with notice, menus catered to the littles, and more), it can be lively. If you're not into the family-friendly scene in the traditional sense but do love to bring the littles along, this could be your perfect sustainable stay. The hotel doesn't allow pets. Children under 3 are free. Additional person charges may apply in certain rooms and/or suites.
Good Trips perks
Welcome drink
Free room upgrade upon availability
Promo code: GOODTRIPS
At a glance
Location: Paris, France
Price: from €180
Rooms: 37
Suitable for: Families (young children included) and people with disabilities
Nearest Airport: Paris (CDG)
Arrive by: Car, Taxi, Bus, Metro, Private Transfer
Open: Year Round
Check in: 3pm Check out: 11am
Sustainability in practice
Zero-waste
Organic / eco food / wine
Waste Recycling
Organic / eco cleaning products
Supports local community and economy
Book with promo code GOODTRIPS for special incentives.
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