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Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade

4.0 star property
La Défense's shopping paradise is steps from the hotel. Families can enjoy the arcade, playground, and French dishes at Greem Restaurant.

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Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade is at the heart of La Défense, offering practical comforts and family attractions. Enjoy the on-site shopping mall, arcade room, and children's playground. Connect with WiFi in your room or browse the hotel's library.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ￥21,497
￥26,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Room With Double Bed And Single Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Paris View)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Superior)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Family Room With Double Bed And Single Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed (Paris View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room With Double Bed And Single Sofa Bed With Paris View

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Room With Double Bed And Single Sofa Bed With Paris View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room With 1 Double Bed And 2 Sofa Beds

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Suite With Views Of Paris - One Double Bed And One Single Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Room With Paris View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
92400, Hauts-de-Seine, Courbevoie, 2 Blvd De Neuilly La Defense 1

What's nearby

  • La Défense - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Seine - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Westfield Les 4 Temps - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bois de Boulogne - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Paris La Défense Arena - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Esplanade de la Defense Station - 5 min walk
  • La Defense Station - 15 min walk
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meliá The Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mama Shelter Rooftop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Octopus Grill & Cocktails - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dynasty 168 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coutume - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Paris La Défense Arena
Take advantage of a shopping mall on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a playground at Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade. The on-site French cuisine restaurant, Greem Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • A vending machine, multilingual staff, and free newspapers
  • Meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 280 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • HDTVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20.50 for adults and EUR 20.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Greem Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 5,780 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Half board rate plans do not include drinks with meals.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 8.13 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20.50 for adults and EUR 20.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 35 per day (328 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Novotel Paris Défense
Novotel Paris Défense Courbevoie
Novotel Paris Défense Hotel
Novotel Paris Défense Hotel Courbevoie
Novotel Paris La Défense
Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade Hotel
Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade Courbevoie
Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade Hotel Courbevoie

Frequently asked questions

Is Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade pet-friendly?

Yes, Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade?

As of Jan 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade on Jan 23, 2026 start from ￥21,497, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade located?

This family-friendly Courbevoie hotel is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Seine and La Défense. Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe are also within 3 mi (5 km). Esplanade de la Defense Station is 5 minutes by foot and Pont de Neuilly Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 426 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel for a good price. Located in the business district but only a short journey on the metro into the centre of Paris.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is conveniently located next to a large mall and subway station for easy/convenient access to central Paris. The room was large and clean with a great, unobstructed view of central Paris, including the Eiffel Tower. Staff at the front desk were all very present and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
In need of some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Disliked: Amenities
The room cleaning is poor, the staff is good, the amenities are poor
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
All good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ujjval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, very friendly staff, nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the convenience of Hotel across road from Metro station, M1 direct into Paris, Hotel was clean and good selection for Breakfast with plenty staff clearing tables so no waiting, The room was good we had good view of Eiffel tower from bedroom window, Reception staff excellent giving advise on how to get to attractions easily,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hotel very close to the metro to gain access to all of Paris but without staying in the middle of the city. Shame evening restaurant is no longer using the breakfast room to allow the current room to return to being a bar/bar snacks room for sitting and chatting. The lobby area is impersonal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osaren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located conveniently for tourists, or business travelers
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jestine Jose

Nothing specific to mention, both good or bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Generally good but would have been nice to have bottled water, iron and ironing board in the room rather than having to ask for one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property was good, it was clean and staff were nice. However, the beds and pillows are extremely uncomfortable which and toilet clogged easily.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

ETIENNE

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

SAURABH ANAND

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely tiny rooms, rude staff especially the restaurant staff. As such nothing is there in the restaurant but on top of that the staff is mostly unfriendly unavailable snd rude. The frontdesk is unwelcoming too and makes you suffer for anything & everything!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rodrigo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is horrible looks like a motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, nice people. The inconvenientes is a restaurants, no good services in this area
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views from the room looking at the river and the Eiffel tower. That was the highlight for us. Commute to central Paris on ligne 1 was straightforward and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
100 meters from the metro line 1 so straight to paris center in 10 minutes, and lots of great restaurants in Levalois or Courbevoie and La Defense within walking distance. On the river so great views of Monmatre and eifel tower
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

YOUSSEF

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Location is perfect and the staff is friendly but they should reconsider the cleanliness issue
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pui Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, few mins to M1 station, nice and clean room, good river view with Eiffel Tower, welcome gift for small kids, standard hotel buffet breakfast, the only feedback is the ventilation of the room could improved, it’s a bit weak
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would use again

Mostly good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Thu Hai

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was reasonable clean and in a nice area, but very dated. Rooms need renovation, looks like it hasn't been done since the 80s with wood chip wall paper. Definitely not a 4 star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Fang

average
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024