Hotels in Gare Saint-Lazare
Saint-Lazare works differently from the other big Paris stations. There are no high-speed trains here: the long-distance departures are the Normandy services to Rouen, Le Havre, Caen, Cherbourg, Dieppe and Bayeux, which use platforms 22 to 27 in the blue zone, with some Rouen and Le Havre trains calling at Vernon for Giverny. The other platforms carry suburban trains, which makes the concourse very crowded at rush hour. For a hotel, I would look at Hilton Paris Opéra first if the railway history matters to you: the former Grand Hôtel Terminus, designed by Juste Lisch, was once linked to the station by a footbridge and now has 268 rooms. The surrounding streets toward the Opéra and the department stores on Boulevard Haussmann suit a short stay with a morning train to Normandy. The trap is the RER. The RER E stops at Haussmann-Saint-Lazare, not under the station itself, and from its platforms you still walk about eight minutes to the trains. Metro lines 3, 12, 13 and 14 stop on the lower level of the station, and line 14 is the quickest link to Gare de Lyon.
Hotels near Gare Saint-Lazare sit between the station and the Opéra, in the 8th and 9th arrondissements, and the one with the deepest railway roots is next door: Hilton Paris Opéra opened on 7 May 1889 as the Grand Hôtel Terminus, built for travellers arriving by train from Normandy. Saint-Lazare is the Paris station for Rouen, Le Havre, Caen and Cherbourg, plus a dense web of suburban lines.
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4.8Guest scoreBusinessBest Western Premier The Blake Paris Gare Saint Lazare
Thirty soundproofed rooms on rue de Constantinople, about 600 m from the Saint-Lazare platforms
View hotel →Why guests love itI would book the Blake for a trip that runs through Gare Saint-Lazare, whether that means the Normandy lines or Transilien J and L to the western suburbs, and for travellers who prefer a 30-room hotel to a large block on the station forecourt. The hotel announces soundproofed rooms, and guests in our data rate it 9.6 across 205 reviews. I would not book it for anyone with reduced mobility: Best Western states the hotel is not adapted, and the lift does not reach the sixth floor. Families with several suitcases manage fine with a room on a lower floor. Older listings mention a restaurant, but the Best Western page shows a 24-hour lounge bar and a breakfast room only, so dinner means heading out into the 8th arrondissement.
4.6Guest scorePet friendlyHôtel R de Paris
Sophisticated rooms, a spa, and a restaurant near Liège metro
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel R de Paris is an upscale 4-star I would suggest to families who want comfort and a calm retreat after sightseeing. It caters to families as well as luxury travellers, the restaurant and bar make evenings easy, and the spa, sauna, steam room and fitness centre give parents time to recover. Pets are welcome and Wi-Fi is free. Liège metro station is a short walk away for getting around Paris. Guests rate it 9.2 across more than 550 reviews.
4.6Guest scorePet friendlyHôtel Cervantes by HappyCulture
Bright rooms, a casual bar with a terrace, and pet-friendly comfort
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Cervantes by HappyCulture is a laid-back, kid-friendly hotel a short walk from Rome metro station, a useful link for families crossing Paris. Rooms are bright and air-conditioned, a real asset on hot summer nights, and room service helps when children are too tired to go out. The bar has a terrace for a quiet drink, Wi-Fi is free and the property is accessible and pet-friendly. A score of 9.2 from 2,379 reviews is excellent for a 3-star.
4.6Guest scoreParkingLa Mondaine
Funky, art deco-inspired rooms with a 24-hour bar for adults
View hotel →Why guests love itLa Mondaine is an adults-only three-star hotel near Gare Saint-Lazare, so I would not suggest it for families with children. Rooms are art deco-inspired and air-conditioned, WiFi is free, and there is a lounge, a business centre and a 24-hour bar. Parking is available on site. Guests rate it 9.2 across 286 reviews, a very high score. It suits couples, friends and business travellers.
4.6Guest scoreBoutiqueIdol Hotel
Music-themed boutique hotel with a stylish lounge and courtyard patio
View hotel →Why guests love itIdol Hotel is a music-themed boutique near Saint-Lazare, and I would suggest it to families with teenagers who will enjoy the flashy, playful rooms more than a standard hotel. The courtyard patio and stylish lounge give everyone space outside the room, room service helps on a tired evening, and breakfast is available to start the day. Free Wi-Fi keeps playlists going. Guests rate it 9.2 across more than 600 reviews, an excellent score.
4.5Guest scoreFamilyHôtel Astoria - Astotel
Bright rooms and apartments with breakfast, near Gare Saint-Lazare
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Astoria works well for families because it offers apartments as well as rooms, which gives children space to spread out. Breakfast is included, the on-site restaurant saves a dinner search after a long day, and the whole property is smoke-free. Gare Saint-Lazare is close, handy for trains to Normandy or a day trip, and public transport reaches Montmartre and the Moulin Rouge easily. With a 9.0 rating across more than 1,400 reviews, I would book it with confidence.
4.5Guest scoreWalking distanceHôtel Phileas Lazare & Spa - Paris Opéra
Historic grand hotel with spa and fitness, steps from Saint-Lazare
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Phileas Lazare & Spa is the upmarket choice I would suggest to families who want comfort close to Saint-Lazare station, within a short walk of both the platforms and the Palais Garnier. The 19th-century building gives the stay some character, the restaurant saves an evening search for dinner, and the spa, hot tub and fitness centre let parents recover after a day of sightseeing. Free Wi-Fi covers the rooms. Guests rate it 9.0 across 600 reviews.
4.4Guest scorePet friendlyHôtel Littéraire Le Swann, BW Premier Collection
Proust-inspired hotel with a library, bar, and pet-friendly rooms
View hotel →Why guests love itLe Swann is a thoughtful pick for a family with readers: the hotel is built around Marcel Proust, with a library and an exhibition room that make a rainy hour pass easily. Rooms are air-conditioned, room service covers tired evenings, and the laundry service helps on longer trips. Pets are welcome too. Europe metro is a short walk, one stop from Saint-Lazare on line 3. I would choose it for curious older children rather than toddlers, given its quiet, literary mood.
4.4Guest scorePet friendlyHôtel Le Cardinal Paris
Elegant Parisian stay with spa, fitness, and pet-friendly rooms
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Le Cardinal gives a family a comfortable 4-star base near Gare Saint-Lazare: the spa and fitness center help parents recharge, and the patio is a quiet corner when the city feels busy. Pets are welcome, so the family dog can come along. Place de Clichy and the Moulin Rouge are a short walk, and the station keeps day trips by train simple. I would choose it for families who want classic Parisian style with a few wellness extras.
4.3Guest scoreWalking distanceHilton Paris Opera
Refined rooms, fitness, and dining a minute from Saint-Lazare station
View hotel →Why guests love itHilton Paris Opera is an elegant four-star hotel a minute's walk from Saint-Lazare station, so arriving with children and luggage is about as easy as it gets in Paris. Refined rooms and suites give families space, the hotel is kid-friendly and accessible, and a restaurant, a bar and a fitness room are on site, with breakfast and Wi-Fi available. Guests rate it 8.6 from more than 3,300 reviews, and I would book a suite for a family trip.
4.2Guest scorePet friendlyHôtel Berne Opéra
Sleek rooms and a funky lounge in a Haussmann-style building
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Berne Opéra sits in a classic Haussmann-style building and pairs it with sleek, modern rooms, so families get Parisian character without dated interiors. Room service and the on-site restaurant help on evenings when children are tired, and the airport shuttle removes one transfer from the trip. Pets are accepted and Wi-Fi is free. Parisian rooms in buildings of this period are rarely large, so check the layout for a family, but a score of 8.4 from 568 reviews is reassuring.
4.2Guest scoreFamilyL'Ouest Hotel Paris
Relaxed 3-star hotel with a restaurant near Saint-Lazare
View hotel →Why guests love itL'Ouest Hotel Paris is a relaxed three-star hotel near Saint-Lazare station, and I find it a good fit for families who want an easy, low-key stay. Rooms are comfortable and air-conditioned, WiFi is free, breakfast is available and there is a restaurant on site. The hotel is family-friendly. Guests rate it 8.4 across 524 reviews, and the station makes onward travel simple.
4.2Guest scorePet friendlyHôtel du Théâtre by Patrick Hayat
Polished rooms and a charming cellar breakfast near Villiers metro
View hotel →Why guests love itFor a family, Hôtel du Théâtre is a calm Batignolles base rather than a station hotel: children and pets are both welcome, and breakfast in the vaulted cellar gives the day a pleasant start. Villiers metro is a few minutes away on foot, and line 3 reaches Saint-Lazare in two stops, so luggage runs to the trains stay simple. I would book it for families who value quiet evenings over nightlife on the doorstep.
4.1Guest scoreParkingAustin's Saint Lazare Hôtel
Traditional comfort with family amenities near Saint-Lazare
View hotel →Why guests love itAustin's Saint Lazare Hôtel is a relaxed, family-friendly 3-star I would suggest to parents who want a simple Paris base: rooms are bright and air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is free, and the airport shuttle saves a difficult transfer with children and luggage. Parking is available for families arriving by car, and the property is smoke-free. Breakfast costs extra, so plan the morning budget. Guests rate it 8.2 across more than 400 reviews.
4.1Guest scoreFamilyElysées Opéra Hôtel
Functional rooms with a bar and guest lounge near Saint-Lazare
View hotel →Why guests love itElysées Opéra Hôtel is a four-star tourist hotel near Saint-Lazare, and I find it a practical, well-connected base for families. Rooms are functional with simple furnishings and flat-screen TVs, WiFi is free, and there is a bar, room service and a guest lounge. The hotel is kid-friendly and smoke-free. Guests rate it 8.2 across 491 reviews. Expect efficient rather than boutique.
4.0Guest scorePet friendlyibis Styles Paris Gare Saint-Lazare
Contemporary hotel with complimentary breakfast near Saint-Lazare
View hotel →Why guests love itibis Styles Paris Gare Saint-Lazare is a practical family base a short walk from the station: breakfast is included, so mornings start without a café search, and some suites give a little more room. Rooms are air-conditioned, the hotel is accessible, and pets are welcome. Saint-Lazare makes trains to Normandy and metro rides across Paris simple with children. I would choose it for easy, good-value family stays, backed by an 8.0 rating across more than 1,200 reviews.
4.0Guest scoreWalking distanceAtn Hotel
Vibrant rooms, a trendy bar, and a relaxed patio near the station
View hotel →Why guests love itAtn Hotel is a 3-star a short walk from Gare Saint-Lazare, so families arriving from Normandy or the western suburbs reach their room quickly. Rooms are vibrant, with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi, and the restaurant and room service make tired evenings simpler. The relaxed patio gives some fresh air, the lobby bar suits parents, and parking is available if you drive. Pets are welcome. A score of 8 out of 10 from 554 reviews points to a reliable stay.
4.0Guest scoreParkingGrand Hôtel de Normandie
Understated rooms with business facilities and family-friendly amenities near Saint-Lazare
View hotel →Why guests love itGrand Hôtel de Normandie is a relaxed 4-star near Saint-Lazare station that I would suggest to families arriving from Normandy or heading out by train. The hotel welcomes families, is smoke-free and accessible, and free Wi-Fi runs throughout. There is no restaurant on site, but dining options are nearby, and paid parking helps if you come by car. Rooms are understated rather than spacious showpieces. Guests rate it 8.0 across more than 600 reviews.
3.9Guest scoreWalking distanceExe Paris Centre
Bright rooms with Parisian art, steps from Saint-Lazare station
View hotel →Why guests love itExe Paris Centre is a three-star hotel a two-minute walk from Saint-Lazare station, which makes arriving with luggage and children easy. Rooms are bright and air-conditioned, decorated with Paris-inspired art, and the hotel has a restaurant, a bar, room service, free Wi-Fi and a full-service laundry, useful on a longer trip. Accessible facilities are listed too. Guests give it 7.8 from 843 reviews, so I see it as a practical base rather than a destination.
3.8Guest scoreNear the stationWS - Opéra - Milan
Apartment living near Liège metro for city exploration
View hotel →Why guests love itWS Opéra Milan is an apartment rental near Liège metro station, one stop on line 13 from Saint-Lazare, and the apartment format is what makes it worth a look for families who want more independence than a hotel room gives. The listing describes no hotel services, so I would plan for a self-sufficient stay. The 7.6 score is fair, though it rests on only 36 reviews.
3.8Guest scorePet friendlyHôtel Royal Opéra
Pet-friendly hotel with a cozy restaurant near Opéra Garnier
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Royal Opéra is a colourful three-star hotel near Opéra Garnier, and I see it as a simple, central base for travellers with pets. Rooms are straightforward, WiFi is free and there is a cosy restaurant on site. Pets are welcome, and major transport links and local sights are a short walk away. Guests rate it 7.6 across 443 reviews ; expect a plain stay.
3.6Guest scoreWalking distanceHôtel de Genève
Pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant, steps from the station
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel de Genève is two minutes on foot from Gare Saint-Lazare, which matters when arriving in Paris with children and bags or catching an early train to Normandy. The restaurant and room service cover meals after a long travel day, and pets are welcome. Rooms are understated, with wood floors, and there is no pool or play space. Paid parking is available for families with a car. Guests rate this 3-star hotel 7.2 out of 10.
What to expect
- Normandy trains to Rouen, Le Havre, Caen and Cherbourg from platforms 22 to 27
- Hilton Paris Opéra, the former Grand Hôtel Terminus of 1889, stands next to the station
- Metro lines 3, 12, 13 and 14 on the lower level
- RER E at Haussmann-Saint-Lazare, about eight minutes on foot from the trains
Local tips
- ✓Normandy trains leave from the blue zone, platforms 22 to 27: head for that side of the concourse as soon as you enter.
- ✓For Monet's garden at Giverny, some Rouen and Le Havre trains stop at Vernon; check that your train calls there before boarding.
- ✓Arriving by RER E, allow about eight minutes from the Haussmann-Saint-Lazare platforms to the main-line trains, more with luggage.
- ✓Metro line 14 runs from the lower level of Saint-Lazare to Gare de Lyon, the simplest link for a TGV connection to the south.
FAQ
Which hotel is closest to Gare Saint-Lazare?
Hilton Paris Opéra stands next to the station. It opened in 1889 as the Grand Hôtel Terminus, designed by Juste Lisch for travellers arriving by train from Normandy, and was once linked to the station by a footbridge. It now has 268 rooms.
Which trains leave from Gare Saint-Lazare?
Long-distance trains to Normandy, to Rouen, Le Havre, Caen, Cherbourg, Dieppe and Bayeux, from platforms 22 to 27, plus a large network of suburban trains. There are no high-speed TGV services at Saint-Lazare.
Is the RER E at Gare Saint-Lazare?
Not directly. The RER E stops at Haussmann-Saint-Lazare, connected to the station underground, and from its platforms it is still about an eight-minute walk to the main-line trains. Allow extra time with luggage.
How do I get from Saint-Lazare to Gare de Lyon?
Take metro line 14 from the lower level of Saint-Lazare: it runs directly to Gare de Lyon, the station for TGV trains to the south of France, and it is the simplest connection with luggage.