Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel

The room is on the small side, and the single bed isn't very big either, but it's clean. The layout is a bit odd though; the toilet and washroom have separate doors, which, along with the main entrance, are all squeezed together. It's a tight squeeze and you have to be careful when opening and closing doors to avoid bumping into them. They don't provide complimentary bottled water, slippers, or toothbrushes, but there is an electric kettle. This might be due to their agreement with Trip.com (most hotels I've booked through Trip.com usually provide kettles) – a must-have for Chinese travelers! Breakfast was just okay. Plenty of bread and pastries, but not much salad. Getting around is super convenient, and it's located in a safe area right next to the Pullman. You barely see any 'loiterers' around. The Seine, metro station, and Eiffel Tower are all just a few hundred meters away. Dining options are plentiful too, but be warned: some restaurants nearby are a rip-off. One place charged over 40 Euros for a main dish – incredibly salty – and then added a service charge. Travelers should be cautious. The hotel's bar, however, serves good food at reasonable prices, and their pizza is excellent. Luggage storage is a bit of a drawback; it's only available for the same day. This isn't ideal for those planning short trips to nearby areas. The front desk staff speak decent English, but the housekeeping staff don't. You'll need to use gestures and point to objects, but they're still very good at fulfilling requests.

Overall, I'm pretty satisfied. The location is excellent, right next to the Eiffel Tower, and Pullman is just next door. There's also a supermarket right around the corner. As expected for a city center hotel, the rooms aren't huge. This time I booked a small suite with two queen beds. Once you open your large suitcases, it can feel a bit cramped. The toiletries are pretty comprehensive, and Marriott is generally reliable. The breakfast was good, but the soundproofing isn't great. You can clearly hear the doors opening and closing in the next room, and any loud talking or running in the hallway is also very noticeable. All in all, the value for money is decent, mainly for the convenience.