K+K Hotel Cayre - Paris, France     

We stayed at this hotel for four nights in October 2007. We found it because it was one of the few that had availability during the world rugby championships going on in Paris. Pros: Rooms are very clean and neat and modern. Although ours were definitely on the small side (think Tokyo style hotel rooms), Rooms 508 and 509, they were thoughtfully designed and arranged, and there were a lot of nice little touches. For example, the bathrooms had nice granite counters and floors, and the floors were heated which is a very nice touch on a brisk evening. Everything was spotless. The lobby is very modern and welcoming. The location is excellent. It is not a seedy neighborhood, it's on a very flat street so if you are wearing business shoes, it's not an uncomfortable walk, and it's literally right outside the Rue de Bac metro stop. It is also not noisy (I was not able to hear noise at night from other rooms or from the street). Unfortunately, from Oct-Dec 2007, the Rue de Bac metro stop is closed for renovations, but even still, you're only two blocks away from the next metro stop. You are also an easy walk from the Louvre, Orsay, etc. Business support is excellent at this hotel. They have free high speed internet in the rooms that is truly high speed (unlike many hotels where high speed is so slow that it can be painful) - T1 to T3 speeds. They have printers and computers and wireless in the lobby. When our internet in our room went bad one evening on the last night of our stay, they came up with extra cables and then switched us to a brand new room to fix it. This was on a Sunday night as well - very impressive! Service is top notch. The reception desk is welcoming and very responsive. They will book restaurant reservations, called around for us to try to find interpreters for a business meeting, arranged a wine opener for us when we went out and got some cheese and wine for a little room snack, etc. As noted above, when we had any problem, they addressed it immediately. We are American, and there wasn't one hint of any anti-American bias - they were really very friendly and kind. When we needed to extend our stay two days, they did it even though the hotel was supposed to be full. Cons - If you're used to staying at the Four Seasons, there is not the feeling of space and luxury, but then again, the room costs are half the price as well. Overall, we felt it was very good value for our money and an excellent stay. We would definitely stay here again.

I originally contacted the hotel through their website but couldn't book a promotion. The hotel was gracious enough to contact me directly. We stayed four nights through a very busy time in September. What a delight. The property is recently renovated, very sleek and modern. Our first contact with reception was terrific. After a long trip we were greated in English and ushered to our room promptly. Our room was amazing. The bed (obviously our first consideration) was king sized, made up with crisp, white sheets with a fluffy comforter. Heaven. The bath was small but with heated marble floors and lots of squeeky clean glass it was terrific. Breakfast at the hotel was a lovely buffet including hot items, pastries, cold cuts, champagne and a very attentive wait staff. We always had a great start to the day. On our way to start our explorations we usually stopped at the front desk where everyone spoke fluent English and then would make a quick stop at one of the three complimentary computers to check our email for news back home. Then we would step out the door to the metro station right across the street. I really think that if the K & K had a full service restaurant, it would easily be a four star. There is a lovely little cafe on the corner and a number of interesting restaurants within easy walking distance. All in all, you really can't do better than the K & K. It's a great way to relax and enjoy your stay in Paris.