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Luxury Apartments in Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Odéon
Left Bank apartments between the Seine and the Luxembourg Gardens, a short stroll from the cafés of the boulevard
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The Left Bank of cafés, bookshops and the oldest church in Paris
Saint-Germain-des-Prés grew up around a sixth-century abbey, and its church, with a Romanesque bell tower dating from around the year 1000, is the oldest in Paris. In the last century the cafés across the square held Sartre, de Beauvoir and half the literary Left Bank. Today the cafés are still full, though the bookshops now share the streets with galleries, antique dealers and some very good pâtissiers.
Our collection here runs to 110+ apartments, from one-bedroom pieds-à-terre near Mabillon and the rue Bonaparte to large family apartments and a townhouse close to the Luxembourg Gardens. Some have air conditioning, balconies or roof terraces, which are worth having in a Paris August.
Below is a guide to the quarter, where to base yourself and when to come.
Saint Germain des Prés - Odéon at a glance
- Apartments
- 110+ apartments and townhouses, with up to 5 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £3,000 to £7,200 a week, from around £2,300
- Best streets
- Around Mabillon and the rue de Buci, the rue Bonaparte, and Odéon by the Luxembourg Gardens
- Highlights
- The church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Saint-Sulpice, the Musée Delacroix and the Jardin du Luxembourg
- Getting there
- Eurostar from London to Gare du Nord in around two and a quarter hours; Orly and Charles de Gaulle airports
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Villa Crepuscule Aucarell Saint Germain des Pres – Odeon: Spacious 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Historic Features – Paris3 bedrooms
Chateau Legion Saint-Germain: Elegant 4-Bedroom Apartment with Office Space – Paris4 bedrooms
Chateau Mistral Saint-Germain: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Spacious Interiors – Saint Germain des Pres – Odeon3 bedrooms
Villa Crepuscule Valadon Saint Germain des Pres – Odeon: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Sauna & Pool – Saint Germain des Pres3 bedroomsNeighbouring quarters of Paris
The streets around the church and Mabillon for cafés and the market life of the rue de Buci, the rue Bonaparte for galleries and pastry, and Odéon for quieter addresses beside the Luxembourg Gardens.
Cafés, the church and the rue de Buci
The heart of the quarter is the square in front of the church, with Les Deux Magots on one corner and the Café de Flore a few doors along. Brasserie Lipp sits opposite, still serving choucroute to a well-dressed crowd.
A short walk east, the rue de Buci and the rue de Seine are lined with cheesemongers, wine shops and terraces, and the covered Marché Saint-Germain is handy for provisions. Northwards, the streets towards the river fill with galleries and antique dealers around the École des Beaux-Arts, and the Pont des Arts crosses to the Louvre.
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A theatre, a palace and the city's favourite garden
Odéon is the quieter, more residential side of the quarter. The Théâtre de l'Odéon opened in 1782 and still stages serious drama, and the Cour du Commerce Saint-André, a cobbled passage nearby, is home to Le Procope, which has been serving coffee since 1686.
The Jardin du Luxembourg is the great pleasure here: the Medici Fountain, chess players under the chestnut trees, and children sailing toy boats on the Grand Bassin. The palace, built for Marie de' Medici, now houses the French Senate. Our larger family apartments tend to sit on this side of the quarter.
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Delacroix, Saint-Sulpice and Orsay within a walk
Saint-Sulpice, the vast church on its fountain square, holds Delacroix's murals of Jacob wrestling with the angel. The painter's last apartment and studio, on the small and leafy place de Furstenberg, is now the Musée Delacroix, one of the most agreeable small museums in Paris.
The Musée d'Orsay is a short walk west along the river, and the Latin Quarter, with the Panthéon and the Sorbonne, begins just across the boulevard Saint-Michel. Our concierge can book private guides for Orsay and the Louvre, which saves a good deal of queueing.
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Macarons, sourdough and a quiet August
This is a fine quarter for eating. Poilâne bakes its famous sourdough on the rue du Cherche-Midi, Pierre Hermé sells macarons on the rue Bonaparte, and Le Bon Marché, the first of the Paris department stores, has its Grande Épicerie food hall close by.
Spring and early autumn are the best times to come, when the café terraces are full and the Luxembourg is at its greenest. In August many Parisians leave and some restaurants close. On the Journées du Patrimoine in September, the Senate opens its doors. Our concierge can secure restaurant tables, arrange pastry classes and book transfers.
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Villa Celadon Odeon Paris: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Air Conditioning – Saint Germain des Pres3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £12,600 a week
Mas Lutetia Saint-Germain: Elegant 3-Bedroom Luxury Villa in Paris’ Saint Germain des Pres3 bedrooms · sleeps 9From £12,243 a week
Villa Aurore Val de Grace Saint Germain des Pres – Odeon: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with Rooftop Terrace – Saint Germain des Pres Paris2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £12,208 a week
Chateau Luxembourg Saint Germain: Elegant 4-Bedroom Apartment with En-Suites – Saint Germain des Pres4 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £12,096 a week
Chateau Lutetia Saint-Germain: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Classic Parisian Charm – Paris3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £11,592 a week
Chateau Odeon SaintGermain: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment Rental with Balcony & Air-Con – Saint Germain des Pres3 bedrooms · sleeps 5From £11,305 a week
Villa Aurore Mabillon Saint Germain des Pres – Odeon: Luxury 5-Bedroom Townhouse for Families – Saint Germain des Pres5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £10,682 a week
Chateau Sevres Saint-Germain: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony – Saint Germain des Pres Paris3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £9,884 a weekSearch all 110+ properties in Saint Germain des Prés - Odéon
Why book your apartment in Saint-Germain-des-Prés with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Saint-Germain changes from street to street, from lively corners by the rue de Buci to hushed addresses near the Luxembourg, and we know which apartments have lifts, quiet bedrooms and air conditioning. With 110+ properties in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Restaurant reservations on the Left Bank, private guides for the Musée d'Orsay and the Louvre, pastry and cookery classes, babysitters and chauffeured transfers from Gare du Nord, Orly and Charles de Gaulle. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay in Saint-Germain-des-Prés?
The streets around the church, Mabillon and the rue de Buci put you closest to the cafés and food shops. Odéon and the streets near the Luxembourg Gardens are quieter and suit families who want space and a park on the doorstep.
How do I get to Saint-Germain-des-Prés from London?
The Eurostar reaches Gare du Nord in around two and a quarter hours, and the quarter is a short taxi or Métro ride from there. Orly and Charles de Gaulle airports both serve Paris, and our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Is Saint-Germain-des-Prés good for children?
Yes. The Jardin du Luxembourg has playgrounds, a puppet theatre and toy sailing boats on the Grand Bassin, and the quarter is flat, walkable and well served by the Métro.
Can you arrange a private chef at a apartment in Saint-Germain-des-Prés?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Saint Germain des Prés - Odéon cost?
Across our 110+ properties in Saint Germain des Prés - Odéon, weekly rates typically range from £3,000 to £7,200, with the most affordable from around £2,300 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
When is the best time to visit Saint-Germain?
April to June and September to October are the most pleasant, with mild weather and the café terraces in full swing. August is quieter, as many Parisians leave and some restaurants close, while December brings Christmas lights along the boulevard.
Are there apartments in Saint-Germain-des-Prés for large groups?
Yes. Our Saint-Germain-des-Prés collection includes properties with up to 5 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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