What to know before you book
The Lutetia holds a special place on the Left Bank: it is the grand historic hotel of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, in the 6th arrondissement. Its operator describes it as a five-star hotel in the title of its page. The name change matters mostly when booking. On a comparison site or search engine, typing only "Lutetia" can mix the hotel up with other places that have a similar name. Always check the exact address, 45 Boulevard Raspail, before you pay.
The Lutetia should not be confused with the hotels officially designated as "palaces". To see which establishments have received this distinction, check our list of palace hotels in Paris.
Where to book: official website or platform?
| Option | Advantages | Things to watch |
|---|---|---|
| Operator's official website | Guaranteed name and address, direct access to room and suite categories, transfer requests possible | Read the cancellation terms specific to the rate you choose |
| Hotel phone or booking contact | Useful for connecting rooms, a special request or an airport transfer | Get every request confirmed in writing |
| Booking platform (for example Booking) | Quick comparison with other hotels in the area, all your bookings managed in one place | Check the exact name "Mandarin Oriental Lutetia, Paris", the address and the cancellation policy |
To compare prices without booking the wrong hotel, our guide to Booking promo codes in Paris explains the real ways to pay less.
Rooms and suites
The hotel's overview page lists 184 rooms, 49 suites, eight Signature Suites and two penthouses. The operator does not present these figures as separate totals, so you should not add them up to get an overall number of keys.
For families, the website mentions connecting rooms. If you're travelling with children, request them when you book rather than on arrival, as there are necessarily only a limited number.
Restaurants and bars
The dining offer presented by the hotel includes four venues:
- Brasserie Lutetia: the hotel's brasserie, on Boulevard Raspail.
- Saint-Germain Salon: Italian cuisine.
- Bar Joséphine: a bar decorated with historic frescoes, with a jazz programme presented by the hotel.
- Bar Aristide: the hotel's second bar.
Bar Joséphine will also appeal to jazz lovers who aren't staying at the hotel. To carry on the evening elsewhere, see our selection of jazz clubs in Paris.
Spa, pool and wellness
The Lutetia is one of the few hotels on the Left Bank with a proper aquatic area. The hotel lists:
- a 700 m² wellness area;
- a 17-metre indoor pool;
- a sauna, a hammam and a jacuzzi;
- five individual treatment rooms and one double treatment room;
- a fitness area, with personal training available.
If the pool is your main criterion, compare it with the other options in our guide to hotels with a pool in Paris.
The neighbourhood: Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The hotel is in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, in the 6th arrondissement, on the Left Bank. Its website places it a short walk from the Jardin du Luxembourg, a good reason to book a room here if you like to start the day with a stroll (see our parks and gardens of Paris). The Musée d'Orsay is also among the nearby visits highlighted by the hotel. To skip the queue, see our guide to Musée d'Orsay tickets.
To compare the Lutetia with other hotels in the same area, for every budget, see where to stay in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
Getting there from the airports
The hotel publishes approximate journey times by taxi or private transfer, which vary with traffic:
| From | Time given by the hotel | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG) | About 1 hour | Allow more at rush hour |
| Orly | About 30 minutes | Varies with traffic |
The hotel can arrange private transfers on prior request. Send your flight number when you book, not the day before. To compare with public transport, see how to get from the airport to central Paris.
Who is this a good choice for?
- Romantic stays or special occasions: the historic address, spa and bars lend themselves to a weekend where you enjoy the hotel as much as the city.
- Families: the connecting rooms and indoor pool are real assets, and the Jardin du Luxembourg is close by.
- Left Bank lovers: you stay in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, handy for the area's museums and walks.
- Travellers who mainly want to be near the Right Bank (Opéra, Champs-Élysées): a hotel in those neighbourhoods will save you daily travel time.
Mistakes to avoid
- Searching only for "Hôtel Lutetia": use the current name, "Mandarin Oriental Lutetia, Paris", and check the Boulevard Raspail address.
- Adding up the room categories: the hotel does not present its room and suite figures as a total.
- Asking for a connecting room on arrival: do it when you book.
- Underestimating the journey from CDG: the time given by the hotel is an approximation that depends on traffic.
- Forgetting to book the transfer in advance: the hotel arranges it on prior request, not when you arrive.
FAQ
Is the Hotel Lutetia still open? Yes. The operator's website presents it and makes it bookable under the name Mandarin Oriental Lutetia, Paris, and its contact page announces no closure as of 8 November 2026.
What is the address of the Hotel Lutetia? 45 Boulevard Raspail, 75006 Paris, in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighbourhood.
Does the Lutetia have a pool? Yes. The hotel lists a 17-metre indoor pool, within a 700 m² wellness area that also includes a sauna, a hammam and a jacuzzi.
Can you visit without staying there? The hotel presents a brasserie, an Italian restaurant and two bars, including Bar Joséphine and its jazz programme. Check access and booking conditions directly with the hotel.
How long does it take from the airport? According to the hotel, about 1 hour from CDG and about 30 minutes from Orly by taxi or private transfer, depending on traffic.
Paris Authority editorial team, 8 November 2026
