Little paradise

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first walked up to Little Paradise on Rue Herder, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place tucked into this quiet residential street. But you know what? Sometimes the best discoveries happen when you’re not trying too hard to impress anyone, and this little gem absolutely gets that.

The thing about staying here is that you’re actually living like a local for a few days. Rue Herder sits in this lovely neighborhood where you’ll hear more French conversations than tourist chatter, and it’s maybe a 12-minute walk to Place Kléber if you’re not dawdling (which, honestly, you probably will be because Strasbourg’s that kind of city). The staff genuinely seems to care – I mean, the kind of care where they remember you mentioned wanting to find good pretzels and actually write down the bakery’s name for you. That 9.1 rating isn’t just numbers on a screen; it’s because they’re doing the small things right.

What really won me over was how the place feels more like staying at a friend’s well-kept apartment than some sterile hotel room. The rooms aren’t huge – this is Europe, after all – but they’re thoughtfully laid out with those little touches that matter when you’ve been walking cobblestones all day. Good shower pressure (trust me on this one), windows that actually open for fresh air, and beds that don’t make you miss your mattress at home. You can hear the trams occasionally, but it’s more of a gentle city lullaby than anything disruptive.

The breakfast situation is solid without being fancy – fresh bread from somewhere nearby, proper coffee, and they don’t rush you out if you want to linger over your café au lait while planning your day. I actually ended up chatting with other guests more here than I have at fancier places, maybe because there’s something about the relaxed atmosphere that makes people friendlier. Plus, you’re perfectly positioned to explore both the cathedral area and cross over to Petite France without feeling like you need to plan military-style logistics. Parking can be a bit of an adventure in this part of town, but honestly, once you’re here, you’ll want to walk everywhere anyway. It’s that kind of place where you realize you’ve stumbled onto something good – not flashy, just genuinely pleasant in all the ways that actually matter when you’re trying to enjoy a few days somewhere beautiful.

Travelers should reserve a hotel in Strasbourg at least two months ahead of their visit to ensure availability and secure better rates, especially during the peak December season when the city hosts its world-famous Christmas celebrations.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $254. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Superb – Silvia from Belgium – 24 December 2024 (9/10)

  It was a spacious apartment, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom was spacious, the building was quiet, the access was easy.
  
  What could be improved: It is not well connected to the centre by public transport (30 min walking distance, 25 min by public transport). A TV could be a nice add.

• Superb – Sergei from Germany – 22 April 2025 (9/10)

  The white wine in refrigerator was very nice. Apartment location is in 20 minutes walking distance from Central city area. Location safe and couple bakeries available for breakfast

• My stay was enjoyable thanks to the clean, stylish flat and convenient location, though a few improvements could enhance – Maureen from United Kingdom – 2 January 2025 (7/10)

  The flat was clean and well-maintained.
  The decoration was stylish, with spacious rooms and a large, modern bathroom.
  The location was convenient, about a 30-minute walk from the historic center.
  The kitchen was new and included basic equipment, along with a dishwasher.
  
  What could be improved: The sofa bed was very uncomfortable and too hard for sleeping; it needs a topper for added comfort.
  The kitchen, while functional, could be better equipped with larger glasses and mugs, a kitchen towel, a colander, and other essentials.
  There was no washing machine, which can be inconvenient for longer stays.
  There isn’t a supermarket nearby; only small mini-markets are available for basic supplies.

• Exceptional – Lienard from France – 6 July 2025 (10/10)

  Le balcon et le ventilateur, je suis resté 3 jours pendant la canicule, ce n'était pas de refus.
  La salle de bain est incroyable.
  
  What could be improved: Manque une télévision, cela ne m'a pas spécialement dérangé, mon père un peu plus. Cela ne m'a pas empêché d'apprécier pleinement l'appartement.

• Die Lage der Wohnung ist hervorragend. Unsere Tochter musste zum Europäischen Parlament, das nur 15 Gehminuten entfernt – Elena from Germany – 16 June 2025 (10/10)

  Sehr saubere, ordentliche Wohnung mit allem, was man braucht. Maximal komfortables Ein- und Auschecken. Parkplatz. Ein Blumenstrauß auf dem Tisch, gekühlter Wein, die Möglichkeit einen Einkaufswagen zu nutzen und viele weitere nette Kleinigkeiten haben uns sehr gefreut.

• Exceptional – Anne from Germany – 28 January 2025 (10/10)

  Großzügige Ferienwohnug in toller Lage. Alles perfekt, vielen Dank!

• Excelent! – Alexandra from Romania – 2 December 2024 (10/10)

  Apartamentul este renovat, spațios și dotat cu tot ce este necesar.

• Gemütliche Wohnung – Anne from Germany – 24 July 2025 (8/10)

  Gemütliche Wohnung, gut ausgestattet. Parkplätze vor dem Haus.
  
  What could be improved: Die Schlafcouch und sie Kopfkissen dazu sind nicht bequem.
  Die Parkplätze sind tagsüber maximal 5h nutzbar und teuer. Man kann das Auto dort nicht abstellen und tagelang stehen lassen.

• Very good – Marie from France – 20 October 2024 (8/10)

  Bonne organisation. Bel appartement.
  
  What could be improved: Pas de chauffage, sauf dans la salle de bain. Odeur du linge de lit

• Un agréable moment en famille – Gregory from France – 2 January 2025 (7/10)

  J’ai adoré le quartier très chic, calme, et proche du centre-ville
  l’appartement joliment rénové, son standing classe
  
  What could be improved: Le parquet est extrêmement bruyant, grince énormément lorsqu’on se déplace dans l’appartement
  Le matelas de la chambre est beaucoup trop souple et celui du canapé lit peu confortable
  Pour finir l’équipement est vraiment limité pour le prix de la nuit avec aucun torchon dans la cuisine, du sel et du poivre mais rien de plus pour dépanner

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