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Mama Shelter Paris East vs Hotel Raphael

Mama Shelter Paris and Hotel Raphael are both recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mama Shelter Paris ranks significantly better than Hotel Raphael. Mama Shelter Paris ranks #11 in Paris with positive reviews from 15 publications such as Time Out, The Telegraph and DK Eyewitness.

Mama Shelter Paris East
Mama Shelter Paris East
8 / 10
109 Rue de Bagnolet, 75020 Paris
From $91 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"One of the most talked about hotels in Paris, Mama Shelter... justifies the hype."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Philippe Starck is behind the refined, fantasy decor in this huge hotel, which is at the cutting edge of contemporary design."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The low rates make the rooms a great value. This is a place for the young and hip, and the bar is a local hot spot." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Don't expect an ounce of classical Parisian charm—the hotel is an experiment in quirky postmodern countercultural cool." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Designed by Philippe Starck, Mama Shelter is located in 20th arrondisement not far from Père Lachaise Cemetery." Full review
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Hotel Raphael
Hotel Raphael
8 / 10
17 Avenue Kleber, 16 Arr., 75116 Paris
From $408 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"A magnificent hall with wood panelling, refined guestrooms, a fine dining restaurant and an elegant English style bar."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This discreet palace-like hotel was built in 1925 to cater to travelers spending a season in Paris, so every space is generously sized for long, lavish stays." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located two blocks from the Arc de Triomphe in the heart of aristocratic Paris, this old-world, 83-room palace hotel has remained in the same family since its founding in 1925." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"A panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower to one side and the Arc de Triomphe on the other doesn’t come cheap; Le Raphael is on of the most luxurious terrace bars in Paris." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"The amiable, meritorious staff provides personal attention to a largely North American and European guest list with a taste for luxurious, calm surroundings." Full review
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