Monbazillac

Overlooking the peaceful and ultra-charming Place Dauphine, on the Île de la Cité, the Monbazillac is a beautiful one-bedroom penthouse set on the sixth and seventh floors of our exclusive La Place Dauphine building. You'll be surrounded by history during your stay at this stunning property, built in 1610 at the request of King Henri IV. The building features an elevator, the highest security digital locks and every modern convenience. Thanks to the large, sumptuous bed with Place Dauphine views, an elegant en suite bathroom and additional half bath, you are sure to have a comfortable stay in Paris. Enjoy cooking at home in the finely finished kitchen and romantic dinners overlooking the square. 

Step outside and you'll immediately understand why Place Dauphine is one of the most coveted spots in Paris. Lined with buildings from the early 1600s, the square is full of trees and dotted with benches that are the perfect spot to sit and take in the historic setting. A popular spot with locals for a game of pétanque, you'll even hear the click of steel balls used in this traditional French game. Surrounding Place Dauphine are excellent cafés and restaurants that are popular with lawyers working at the nearby Palais de Justice, which means the quality is excellent!

Staying on the Île de la Cité right in the heart of Paris - "Kilometer Zero," as it is called - means you're surrounded by all the best sights, museums, shopping spots and top neighborhoods to explore. You can walk to all of them! View the nearby Notre-Dame Cathedral and visit Sainte-Chapelle and its incredible stained glass. Cross over to the Right Bank on the historic Pont Neuf to visit the Louvre or take in the Tuileries gardens. Stroll along the Seine on the Left Bank to the Musée d'Orsay or explore stylish Saint-Germain and meander through the cobblestone streets in the Latin Quarter. Discover the beauty, romance and history of Paris at our Monbazillac apartment!

This two-floor apartment offers a beautiful balcony off the living room, with unforgettable views of the Notre-Dame and even the Conciergerie, where Marie Antoinette was imprisoned. Enter the apartment to a large bathroom and bedroom to your right. This bedroom is a favorite, featuring two large windows and views over Place Dauphine.

Things To Note

Neighborhood: 1st arrondissement

Size: 475 sq ft/45 sq m

Cooling: Eco heating & cooling system

Accessibility/Security: 13 internal stairs with a hand railing between 6th and 7th floor. Steps are slightly steeper than other staircases, a consideration if mobility is a serious issue.

Room Details

General Amenities

• Toiletries
• Hotel Safe
• Smoke Detector
• Carbon Monoxide Detector

Kitchen

• Fully Equipped
• Starter Supplies
• Dishwasher
• Kettle
• Microwave Oven Combo
• Nespresso Style Coffee Machine
• Stovetop
• Toaster
• Refrigerator
• Kitchen

Bathroom

• Hairdryer

Connectivity/Entertainment

• WiFi
• TV
• TV - Limited English Programs

Heating/Cooling

• Heating
• Sound Dampening Windows
• Non-Working Fireplace
• A/C-Cooling System

Accessibility

• 6th Floor North American
• Elevator
• Internal Staircase

Kid/Family Friendly

• Travel Crib

Laundry

• Iron & Board
• Washer/Dryer Combo

Outdoor

• Balcony with Seating

Special Features

• Balcony/Terrace
• Instant Booking

Amenities

• Elevator
• Air Conditioning

Things to See & Do

Place Dauphine (1 mins Walking)
Located at the Western end of the Ile de Cité Initiated by Henri IV in 1607, this is one of the most beautiful public squares in Paris with leafy trees and all buildings having uniform facades as requested by the King.
Square du Vert-Galant (2 mins Walking)
A beautiful little park occupying the western tip of the Ile de la Cité. Sit along the edge of the Seine and enjoy incredible views of Paris
Sainte-Chapelle (3 mins Walking)
See the famous stained glass windows in this chapel on the Ile de la Cité island near Notre Dame Cathedral.
Conciergerie Museum (6 mins Walking)
Discover this 14th century royal palace that became the prison of Marie-Antoinette
Palais de Justice (6 mins Walking)
Home to the law courts of Paris
Latin Quarter (7 mins Walking)
Maze of narrow, cobbled streets that are home to artists, intellectuals, and a bohemian way of life, as well as Saint-Séverin, one of the most beautiful churches in Paris.
Notre Dame Cathedral (8 mins Walking)
One of the world's most famous churches and a must-see if you're visiting Paris. Marvel at the incredible French gothic architecture and climb to the top to get a close-up view of the cathedrals famous gargoyles.
The Louvre (10 mins Walking)
A trip to Paris isn't complete without a visit to the world-famous Louvre museum. See the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and other famous artworks

Shopping & Eating

Place Saint-Michel (7 mins Walking)
Lively area full of café, restaurants, pubs and bars
Rue de Rivoli (7 mins Walking)
Affordable fashion shopping street
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Neighborhood (10 mins Walking)
The Left Bank's most celebrated thoroughfare, packed with cafes, famous restaurants, unique specialty shops and luxury brands
Place Maubert (13 mins Walking)
On the Left Bank's most celebrated thoroughfare, Boulevard St-Germain, features a lively open-air market Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Marché Maubert (14 mins Walking)
Traditional open-air market with a combination of permanent food shops and stalls. One of the best cheesemongers in the entire city is located here - Fromagerie Laurent Dubois. Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 7am - 2:30pm
La Tour d'Argent (15 mins Walking)
One of France's most famous restaurants on the Left Bank's Quai de la Tournelle
Rue Saint-Louis-en-l'Ile (15 mins Walking)
Features some of the best food shops in Paris and include bakeries, wine shops, grocery stores, an excellent fromagerie, and a butcher that local residents say is one of the best in Paris.

Public Transport

Métro (4 mins Walking)
Pont Neuf (Line 7)
Métro (8 mins Walking)
Cité (Line 4)