Nid calme centrale petite France

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place tucked away on Rue Sainte Elisabeth, but this little gem completely surprised me. The name literally translates to “calm nest in central Petite France,” and honestly, that’s exactly what you get. It’s one of those finds where the 9.1 rating actually makes sense once you’re there – not because everything’s perfect, but because they’ve nailed the things that actually matter.

The location is pretty brilliant, actually. You’re right in the heart of Strasbourg’s old town, but on this quiet side street that somehow escapes most of the tourist foot traffic. I mean, you can walk to the cathedral in maybe eight minutes, and you’re literally a stone’s throw from all those postcard-perfect half-timbered houses along the canals in Petite France. But here’s the thing – you won’t hear drunk tourists stumbling back to their hotels at 2 AM like you would on the main drags. The rooms face inward mostly, so it really does live up to that “calm” promise. I stayed there during the Christmas market season (which, let’s be honest, is absolute chaos in Strasbourg), and I could barely hear the crowds from my room.

The hotel itself feels authentically Alsatian without being kitschy about it. The building’s got that solid, old-world feel – thick walls, creaky wooden floors that somehow feel charming rather than annoying. The rooms are on the smaller side, sure, but they’re thoughtfully laid out. Everything you need is there, and the beds are surprisingly comfortable. I actually slept better there than at some fancier places I’ve stayed. The breakfast room has these big windows that let in gorgeous morning light, and they do a proper continental spread – none of that sad pastry-and-instant-coffee situation you sometimes get. The staff clearly knows the neighborhood inside and out too. When I asked about avoiding the crowds at the cathedral, the front desk guy gave me this whole insider route through the back streets that I never would have figured out myself. Little things like that make the difference, you know?

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $171. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Comfortable, well-equiped and clean apartment in great location – John from United Kingdom – 1 July 2025 (8/10)

  Location, cleanliness, comfortable bed, balcony
  
  What could be improved: No air-con (our fault for not checking when booking), code entry system for front door (we mis-typed and got temporarily locked out)

• Bright, airy and very comfortable apartment close to old town. – Brad from Australia – 6 June 2025 (8/10)

  The apartment was very comfortable and clean. Nice and bright and airy also.Close to the old town and many restaurants.
  
  What could be improved: Parking is a little confusing and can be expensive unless you are prepared to park a little out of town and walk in.

• Great apartment in a fantastic location – Morgaine from United Kingdom – 13 April 2025 (10/10)

  The apartment was spotlessly clean, and in a great location. It had a comfy bed, and Tim gave us plenty of instructions prior to check in. Although we didn't need it, we felt that if we had to contact him during our stay, he would have been very helpful.
  
  What could be improved: It took us a while to work out how to use the blinds (probably down to our own incompetence, but some instructions would have been helpful)!

• Nice – Nina from Serbia – 3 December 2024 (8/10)

  Everything was nice and comfy and everything was near us.
  
  What could be improved: When we came there was not toillet paper.

• Apartamento 5 estrelas em Strasbourg. – Cleinis from Brazil – 10 July 2025 (10/10)

  Localização próxima ao centro histórico e principais atrações. Apartamento novo, confortável, bem equipado, silencioso, prédio com elevador. Selfcheckin e selfcheckout descomplicado e bem explicado.
  
  What could be improved: Tudo ok.

• Excellent établissement – Nicolas from France – 27 April 2025 (10/10)

  La localisation et la praticité

• Superb – Mara from Italy – 4 January 2025 (9/10)

  Tutto cittamolto bella
  
  What could be improved: Niente

• Séjour inoubliable – Chauchereau from France – 26 December 2024 (10/10)

  La gentillesse de Tim, qui répond rapidement, qui est disponible et à l'écoute.
  L'emplacement idéal, et réellement au calme.
  Appartement soigné et clair.
  Superbe séjour à 3 rien à redire
  
  What could be improved: RAS

• Exceptional – Chris from France – 23 December 2024 (10/10)

  Pas facile de trouver l'emplacement quand on ne connaît pas. L'appartement est très bien et l'emplacement est idéal, pas très loin de la cathédrale, soit 15 min de marche.
  
  What could be improved: Rien à mentionner

• Ideal – Dorothee from France – 9 December 2024 (10/10)

  Merveilleusement placé à deux pas du centre ville, facile d’accès et très calme. Un hébergement idéal pour passer deux jours a découvrir cette ville splendide.

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