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Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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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

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Showing 14 of 14 rooms

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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Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Superior) | 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed (Paris View) | 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room With 1 Double Bed And 2 Sofa Beds

  • Sleeps 2

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | 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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 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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Miscellaneous

Executive Room With Paris View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • La Défense - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Paris La Défense Arena - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Palais des Congrès de Paris - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Arc de Triomphe - 10 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Eiffel Tower - 16 min drive - 3.8 miles

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

About this property

Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Palais des Congrès de Paris
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 vending machine, and a computer station
  • A TV in the lobby, multilingual staff, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
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
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 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 a 10-minute walk of La Défense and Seine. 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. 333 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 427 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Petr

Not worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good value for the money

Pro: close to metro line 1, which is a good line to be on (direct access to major tourist sites, if a bit far; this is metro Zone 3). Good location for the money. Con: location-wise, this is a business district, nothing is open over the weekend; awkwardly located between traintracks and highways/bridges, so not walkable at all. I didn't book the breakfast thinking that I would eat around the hotel, but there was no good options. The breakfast was 19.50 Euros, which I thought was a bit pricey. The staff was very unprofessional, seemed very inexperienced. I complained about dirty grouts in the shower and instead of cleaning it, they offered me a free bottle of beer. They also didn't seem to be very knowledgeable about the area. All in all, a solid 8/10, given the location and the value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Will

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed in many Paris hotels, and if you’re expecting a 4-star, avoid this one. It should lose a star, and management needs to address the poor state. Clearly, guest experience is not a priority. I paid £500 for 2 nights in a “superior” room with a view, but it felt more like a dated 3-star motel. Check-in was bland—no interaction, no explanation of services, not even a confirmation of my booking. Staff seemed untrained. The 10th-floor corridor was dark and outdated, and the room wasn’t any better—cramped, gloomy, and unclean. The only positive was the view of the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. The depressing color scheme of browns and grays made the room feel even worse. Nothing about the room was "superior." A few Rituals products don't compensate for the lack of basics like robes, slippers, or water. £250 per night for this? The bathroom was tiny, with a faulty showerhead, and the loose socket was dangerous. The towels were so thin they were practically see-through. Clearly, the room wasn’t maintained. Breakfast was chaotic. The food was poor, and the hot dishes weren’t even warm. The dining area was unclean. This hotel isn’t any better than the IBIS next door. I’m just relieved I only stayed for 2 nights.
Dark, Dated, Gloomy
Dirty Bathroom fixtures
Broken Bathroom Items
Dangerous Bathroom Accessories
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDUARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tiene la estación del Metro muy cerca (100 metros o menos) lo que facilita la movilidad a casi cualquier punto y por bajo costo. Los desayunos en Europa son muy diferentes a los Mexicanos por lo que no me gustaron
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness
Cher par rapport à la modernité et aux équipements
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

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

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Winkels en vervoer dichtbij. Handig
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

GURMEET

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Colazione era molto buono ma comodità dei letti non mi ha piaciuto
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Junichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
部屋に冷蔵庫はなかったが、受付で預かってくれた。
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

ETIENNE

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

4/10 Poor

Clive

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We liked the location which was close to the metro and a short walk across the bridge to Neuilly which we really like. However, we thought this was a poor 4 star hotel. - air conditioning in the room was poor which was not ideal when it was so hot over our stay - the safe in the room was broken - the hotel and room generally seemed in need of update - we stayed in this hotel many years ago and it does not appear to have changed since - reception staff seemed not interested, and certainly not welcoming. On arrival, 2 reception staff were sitting talking in a separate room - certainly not business from body language, after some time waiting they came out, no bonjour, no welcome, just a look as we had disturbed their conversation. I may be wrong but it seems this hotel is so full of large group tours, they forget the individual. - On leaving, reception again - wanted to charge a second time for city taxes which I had already paid on arrival. However, it was for me to prove I had paid so had to open my bank app to prove it - it seems they had problems with their IT systems which had not updated the payment - a minor but indicative point, 2 small paper cups in the room for tea / coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

S.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
エッフェル塔やモンマルトルの丘などよく見える部屋でした。夜はエッフェル塔がキラキラ輝き、花火も上がっていました。地下鉄の駅からも近く。このホテルにして良かったと思いました。
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kazuya

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
スタッフが感じ悪い。ノボテルはフランスの老舗ホテルと思うが次回からは利用しない。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Staff & service
Awful mattresd
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bella struttura in posizione strategica per arrivare al centro di Parigi con la M1 (bisogna però fare un percorso con scale). Camera piccola per 4 ma con tutto l' essenziale e vista sulla Tour. Ottima ed abbondante la colazione continentale con anche crepes fatte al momento.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Vishal

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Poor value for money

Stay was not good for the price paid. On the first night I could not sleep as room was too warm. I was told no air con do not start till April. Next day morning I could not get hot water in the shower. When complained I was told many people staking shower in the morning causes nonhot water. What a terrible system which can not manage it's capacity.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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