In the heart of Paris, French Theory offers a tranquil retreat near Luxembourg Gardens and Notre-Dame. Discover a treasure trove of books in the library or satisfy your cravings at the snack bar/deli. With helpful staff, free WiFi, and concierge services to plan your day.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - 48 min drive
Paris Port-Royal Station - 14 min walk
Châtelet-Les Halles Station - 20 min walk
Paris Denfert-Rochereau Station - 23 min walk
Paris Luxembourg Station - 3 min walk
Cluny - La Sorbonne Station - 5 min walk
Odeon Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Le Choupinet - 2 min walk
Café Ladurée - 2 min walk
La Crêperie - 2 min walk
Burger King - 2 min walk
About this property
French Theory
When you stay at French Theory, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Luxembourg Gardens and Panthéon. Also, Notre-Dame and Rue de Rivoli are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Paris Luxembourg Station is 3 minutes and Cluny - La Sorbonne Station is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 3 children (7 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 33 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.53 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Also known as
Cujas
Cujas Pantheon
Hotel Cujas
Hotel Cujas Pantheon
Hotel Cujas Pantheon Paris
Cujas Pantheon Paris
Cujas Pantheon Hotel
French Theory Hotel
French Theory Paris
Hotel Cujas Pantheon
French Theory Hotel Paris
Frequently asked questions
Does French Theory offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, French Theory does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at French Theory?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times at French Theory?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What's the area around French Theory like?
French Theory is in Latin Quarter, a short 3-minute walk from Paris Luxembourg Station and 6 minutes' walk from Luxembourg Gardens. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Reviews
French Theory Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Eco-friendliness
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast at the property was delicious and offered many options. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Cool stay
Great hotel in a cool district, perfect for a weekend away
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Enjoyed my stay
Very nice small hotel in an excellent position that is good value for money.
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
Central location is superb
Helpful Staff. In my mind, the best rooms are on the upper floors facing Rue Cujas .. more light and air, and potentially quiteter!
This hotel is conveniently situated near Luxembourg RER (6 min walk) for rapid transit to CDG. Central location is ideal for 3-7 day visit and for guests who do not plan to spend a lot of time in the smaller rooms.
natalie
natalie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
Great Hotel
Good stay, close to everything
Verified traveler
3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 10, 2025
Good location, walking distance to many attractions
Randy
Randy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
Nice place to stay and close to so much.
Keith A
Keith A, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
Lovely and modern
Very cozy and cute hotel with books and art displayed everywhere. Delicious breakfast and very friendly staff!
Yulia
Yulia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 19, 2025
It is basic but clean and comfy enough for us to sleep after a busy day.
Thea Belle
Thea Belle, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 19, 2025
Good price, great location
Although the room was small, it was okay for one person. It was clean and had the essentials. The location was excellent and the staff friendly.
Carla
Carla, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
I would stay here again. I was genuinely impressed with the room hotel. Great location, friendly staff, safe, clean amenities and decent sized room
Ify
Ify, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
Wonderful staff, clean rooms, would come again!
Simonida
Simonida, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Great location
Andres
Andres, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
perfect place to rest for a short stay in paris
Karson
Karson, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Great location!!!! Down a quiet street but close to public transportation and shopping/food. Great cafe attached.
Natalie
Natalie, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 20, 2025
Good location. The room was a bit old and in a need of revamp. The whole property has only one lift which is extremely slow
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Very kind staff!
carol
carol, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Great location and staff . Tiny single room and bathroom but adequate.
Susan
Susan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Lovely hotel for a solo traveler
The hotel staff were incredibly warm and welcoming and the room was comfy enough. I will say that the bathroom had some water issues - no matter how well I closed the shower door water would end up all over the floor after (perhaps the sealant has a leak) and the sink is far too small to wash your face in without getting water everywhere as well. Otherwise, it was a very comfortable stay, especially for a solo traveler.
Courtney
Courtney, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 21, 2025
Very basic accommodation, room was clean, staff was friendly and helpful.
Roxane
Roxane, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 8, 2025
Rooms were very tiny and minimal as well as supplies/amenities. Location was good.
Duc
Duc, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
Would stay again
We had a 4 berth room, 2bunks it was quiet and very comfortable for a family of 4.
Will definitely stay again.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
French Theory was the perfect place for me alone in Paris!! The staff was super friendly & always so helpful!! The location was great for walking to so much & close to the bus & Metro when needed. I would definitely stay here again.
Lori
Lori, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
The rooms may be small, this is central Paris after all but the hotel is lovely. Very convenient to Metro/RER and walkable to many restaurants.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Loved our stay here. It was close to bus stops and the metro. There were also a lot of restaurants nearby.