Mercure Paris 19 Philharmonie La Villette

This comfortable city hotel lies in the north of Paris and offers an ideal starting point for those wishing to pay a visit to the French capital's most important sights, including the Musée Cité, Musée des Sciences et de l'Industrie, the Cité de la Musique and La Grande Halle exhibition centre. The metro station is just about 50 m from the hotel, while Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports are 25 to 30 km away.

8 suites, 89 single rooms and 85 double rooms are located on 10 storeys and can be reached by lift. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, medical assistance, room service (for a fee), an alarm call service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Bicycles can be kept in the bicycle storage area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, callisthenics, aerobics, a spa, a sauna and a steam bath. An entertainment programme and live music are also options for entertainment.

Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Staff are also happy to provide children's meals.