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Backpacking through
Europe has become very popular, especially among young adults. France is always a favorite stop because of the country's rich history and famous landmarks. But because backpackers are usually on a tight budget, fancy hotels are rarely an option. Hostels are an affordable accommodation alternative. Paris is home to several inexpensive hostels near airports in the city.
Perfect Hotel and Hostel
Located in the center of many attractions, Perfect Hotel and Hostel is an ideal place for a person looking to explore the City of Light. From the hotel you can walk to Sacre Coeur Cathedral, Place du Tertre, Moulin Rouge and the Opera. Champs Elysees Avenue, the Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame are just a short 10 to 15 minutes away by bus. And when it's time for you to leave, it takes only one bus ride to get to Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport. Guests can select from rooms that have shared or private facilities. Each guest has access to baggage storage and a safe-deposit box at the front desk. Perfect Hotel and Hostel provides complimentary breakfast and English newspapers; additionally, the property does not set a curfew for guests.
Perfect Hotel and Hostel
39 Rue Rodier
Paris, France 75009
+33-01-4281-1886
paris-hostel.biz
Paris at Home
Situated in the center of le Marais, the Paris at Home bed and breakfast is just five minutes from the Place de la Bastille, Ile Saint-Louis, Ile de la Cite and Notre Dame. Getting to Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport will take only one bus ride from the bed and breakfast, which provides high-speed Internet access as well as a free French breakfast for guests. Guests share bathroom facilities at Paris at Home.
Paris at Home
9 rue de la Cerisaie
Paris, France 75004
+33-06-1991-5828
parisathome.fr
St. Christopher's Inn and Belushi's
Fans of the movie Amelie will enjoy the view that a room at St. Christopher's Inn and Belushi's will offer. The hostel is a short walk away from the Parc de la Villette, Le Parc des Buttes Chaumont and the Science Museum. Getting to the more popular attractions like the Louvre Museum, the Bastille and the Eiffel Tower takes only 20 to 30 minutes by bus. The hostel is about 45 minutes from Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport via two bus rides. The hostel offers a common room and high-speed Internet access. Guests have access to secure luggage storage, and the hostel serves a complimentary breakfast. Hostel guests who want to eat budget-friendly meals can avail of backpacker meals at this property that accepts credit cards.
St. Christopher's Inn and Belushi's
159 Rue de Crimee
Paris, France 75019
+33-01-4034-3440
st-christophers.co.uk
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