Why we picked this hotel
Hôtel Le Ballu feels like a private Paris world hidden between South Pigalle and Montmartre, with bold vintage design, a leafy courtyard and one of the rarest things in this part of the city: a private-use indoor pool
Hotel description
Hôtel Le Ballu sits between Pigalle, Place de Clichy and South Montmartre, tucked behind a quiet façade in one of Paris’ livelier neighbourhoods. Inside, it feels playful and intimate, with vintage furniture, bold colours, a leafy courtyard restaurant and a slightly cinematic mood that makes it feel more like a private Parisian hideaway than a formal five-star hotel. The atmosphere is relaxed but full of personality. Mornings start with breakfast in the restaurant or garden, afternoons can be reserved for the private heated pool and sauna, and evenings naturally spill into the courtyard before heading out into Pigalle’s bars, theatres and cafés.
Hotel location
This is great
A private spa beneath the hotel
Guests can reserve the pool and sauna for exclusive use.A courtyard you'll actually use
Breakfast, coffee and evening drinks naturally spill into the garden terrace.Quiet by Paris standards
Many guests comment on how peaceful the rooms feel.Stay between Pigalle and Montmartre
One of Paris' most characterful neighbourhoods is right outside the door.Rooms full of personality
Art Deco influences and thoughtful design details give the hotel a distinct feel.More than just a place to sleep
The courtyard, restaurant and spa become part of the stay.
Our take on the stay
It works beautifully for travellers who want Paris to feel local and lively, with Rue des Martyrs, Place de Clichy, Montmartre, restaurants and theatres all close by, while the hotel itself stays intimate and atmospheric
Curated by
Eliza
What guests loved
The private spa and sauna
The peaceful courtyard
The quiet rooms
The location near Montmartre
Best for
Private spa sessions • Courtyard evenings • Quiet Paris • Montmartre weekends
Good to know
35 rooms in total
Check-in from 15:00
Check-out until 12:00
Room size: approximately 18 m² to 70 m²
Heated indoor pool & sauna
Courtyard terrace
Pets welcome, €20 per night
No on-site parking
Located on Rue Ballu in Paris’s 9th arrondissement
Around 35–45 minutes by car from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amenities
Spa
Pet friendly
Sauna
Free cots available for children
About the destination
Montmartre, Paris
Montmartre rises above Paris on its own hill, a neighbourhood of winding streets, hidden staircases, and small squares that still retain a village-like feel. Away from the grand boulevards, the area is known for its independent cafés, artists’ studios, and views stretching across the rooftops of the city. Hôtel Le Ballu is set on the edge of South Pigalle and Montmartre, placing you within easy reach of both the neighbourhood’s bohemian character and some of Paris’s liveliest streets.
