68%Hotel Fasthome  

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by auerbachlisa2305 – posted on Oct 14, 2008

5

This is actually in Zone 4, which means it is in the farthest suburb in northern Paris. This means you have to take a bus to the RER to actually get into Paris, which takes about an hour. Maybe a good deal if you have multiple people, but not for the backpacking crowd. It's got private bathrooms...

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by megpeter985 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

4

If you're looking for a decent priced place, stay here....it is a bit outta the way, but WAY cheaper than staying right in Paris....Plus the front desk manager is the nicest guy!! He knows Paris well, and can help get you anywhere you want to go.

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by dcarag – posted on Jul 16, 2008

6

The hotel was very good in terms of accommodations however it is quite far from the city, on the RER line rather than the regular metro. It costs about 3-4 euros each way and takes about 20 mins. The staff was very nice and the rooms were comfortable.

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by dweiss883421 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

2

The man at the front desk was really nice! We enjoyed our stay, the only thing we would have liked different was the walk there. Walking home late at night wasn't fun.

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by stephanie-heuser1891 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

3

This was a fantastic place, with clean rooms, a very helpful manager and close to local shops. The only drawback if you plan to spend a lot of time in central Paris is how long it takes to get to the city. I only have 2 recommendations if you're going to stay here. 1) The directions say that... more This was a fantastic place, with clean rooms, a very helpful manager and close to local shops. The only drawback if you plan to spend a lot of time in central Paris is how long it takes to get to the city. I only have 2 recommendations if you're going to stay here. 1) The directions say that it's easy to walk from the train station to the hostel. It isn't if you have luggage of any kind. Take the bus. 2) The bus is also the easiest way to connect to the metro network, rather than the RER, as the stop is very close to the hostel. Thanks to the staff there, we had a fantastic time. Amazing value for money.close

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by hn--1099 – posted on Jul 13, 2008

3

Be prepared to travel when you get into Paris, as Fasthome is atleast 20 minute train ride on the RER, and another 8 minute bus ride once you arrive at the villiers-la-bel train station. But it was so refreshing to be in a calm and friendly part of France. The staff was beyond helpful and we...

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by teiroenicke9657 – posted on Jul 13, 2008

1

Only stayed here one night because this place was close to CDG, 20 euro taxi ride. We arrived 9pm or so, reception was closed, had to do a whole special thing to get in (kind of complicated since we weren't able to get their email regarding how to get in after hours, and only got in due to the... more Only stayed here one night because this place was close to CDG, 20 euro taxi ride. We arrived 9pm or so, reception was closed, had to do a whole special thing to get in (kind of complicated since we weren't able to get their email regarding how to get in after hours, and only got in due to the kindness of other residents). The room had not been vacuumed in ages, there was no shower curtain, reddish/yellow stain on the sheets. Glad to be out of there the next morning.close

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by xanthy6523 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

2

The hostel was far from the city centre, but it was very simple to reach any destination. The staff is what made the hostel great. VERY helpful and went out of their way to help us find transportation to the airport. Cheap, not the cleanest, but fine for the price.

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by dacore2134 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

3

Staff very helpful, clean, quiet, long walk from metro althought there is a bus service, no 23.

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by totally-randomly-leathal4817 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

2

We chose to stay here for the price and location to the airport (compromising location and a hostel environment).. but it's not a trade-off we'd make again. The place is a throwback to the eighties and the metro ride to the airport still wound up being 10 euros each. Yick.

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by melaniejtea3223 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

2

Overall a nice budget hotel. The location was inconvenient and in an area where I would choose not to walk around at night. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the rooms were decent and clean for what I paid for.

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by aodonnell26160 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

2

WHY DID THIS HOTEL CHARGE ME??? I CANCELLED THIS RESERVATION WITHIN HOURS OF MAKING IT, MORE THAN 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE. AND THE CONFIRMATION WAS CONFIRMED ONLINE!!! PLEASE CREDIT THIS CHARGE! 06/28/08 06/28 HOTEL FASTH.VPC GONESSE FRA $69.52 THANK YOU!

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by jr7625 – posted on Jul 4, 2008

1

We stayed here only a night and picked it because it was close to the airport. Not the best location, but it wasnt too far from a metro station which takes you to the centre of Paris. Extremely helpful staff and the rooms were very spacious and comfortable for the price. Great value for money!

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by gaurig – posted on Jul 2, 2008

3

Great place to stay FOR SURE!, however, it's just a great place. The location sucks, I would recommend a place in/close to the city. A one way ticket from the hostel to the city costs 3.50 euro, so it is a lot more convenient/cheaper to stay in a place in/close to the city. (Otherwise FANTASTIC...

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by kbell513 – posted on Jun 28, 2008

2

The main reason we chose this property was for the price. Fantastic value for Paris. Whilst it wasn't in the city where you would be paying a lot more, the hotel is right in front of a bus stop and not that far from the train station where trains run regulary. Whilst rooms are small and... more The main reason we chose this property was for the price. Fantastic value for Paris. Whilst it wasn't in the city where you would be paying a lot more, the hotel is right in front of a bus stop and not that far from the train station where trains run regulary. Whilst rooms are small and average looking, they are still extremely sufficient for those travelling on a budget. Staff were friendly and helpful. Tea and coffee facilities and a mini refrigerator could be an improvement.close

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by sharonblanch2976 – posted on Jun 27, 2008

1

The staff were absolutley fabulous. Not only did they speak great english, but they INSISTED on showing us maps and helping us find our way around. Easy to find, shopping complex next door. 5 minutes from station into paris central, an easy walk. The rooms were great too, basic but clean.

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by madiibg6543 – posted on Jun 26, 2008

6

Well the hostel wasn't bad as a whole but it was a ways out of Paris. I have been before so it wasn't too bad but for a first timer in Paris it would be brutal. It was a good 15-20 mins walk from the train after you get there and when you go into Paris on the train it takes about 20-30 mins.... more Well the hostel wasn't bad as a whole but it was a ways out of Paris. I have been before so it wasn't too bad but for a first timer in Paris it would be brutal. It was a good 15-20 mins walk from the train after you get there and when you go into Paris on the train it takes about 20-30 mins. Everything else was good, nice room, clean, staff was there (so good I guess?) all in all if you want to get the most out of your trip stay closer in town and just pay the extra money. When else are you going to be in Paris!?close

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by Calan-b – posted on Jun 25, 2008

19

The hostal is very security and is the hostal most cleanliness than i were in europe, you have to go here, have a very good price.

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by palacios3991 – posted on Jun 3, 2008

2

great great place to stay. clean rooms, very very helpful staff, across the street for grocery store (cheap beer), and awesome common areas. only prob was the construction but its hard to hold a place to that.

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by leungmarkus3545 – posted on Jun 2, 2008

1

Very friendly staff. Its a little difficult to find and no internet access.

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by wrigh1404597 – posted on May 30, 2008

7

This hostel is a great place; clean with very helpful and polite owners. The man at the desk went out of his way countless times to help us. The only down-side was the location. It is not in Paris, although, to get there, it's very simple: take the D-line (20minutes) into the city. It cuts... more This hostel is a great place; clean with very helpful and polite owners. The man at the desk went out of his way countless times to help us. The only down-side was the location. It is not in Paris, although, to get there, it's very simple: take the D-line (20minutes) into the city. It cuts into your travel time, however, it can be helpful in getting you up early to start your day. I would definitely recommend this hostel so long as you don't mind the 20-30minutes extra to get to Paris.close

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by paulkim144705 – posted on May 10, 2008

1

Hotel Fasthome is NOT in the city of Paris. The map on HostelWorld is wrong. However it is easily accessible by the Train (RER). So the location didn't turn out to be a big deal. The hotel was very nice and clean. The manager is pretty much the nicest guy in the world and will go out of his way... more Hotel Fasthome is NOT in the city of Paris. The map on HostelWorld is wrong. However it is easily accessible by the Train (RER). So the location didn't turn out to be a big deal. The hotel was very nice and clean. The manager is pretty much the nicest guy in the world and will go out of his way to help you out. He made our stay as good as it was.close

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by katie77865242 – posted on Apr 2, 2008

1

Is a good hotel but is like 20 min by walking from the train station, there was one night we didnt have warm water, the city center is a lit far but by train is fast...

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by cool03879166 – posted on Mar 27, 2008

1

Security is very poor. At 1 am, while we were sleeping, some guy started knocking and kicking our room door and shouting "open the door" in french. We got really scared and as there is no one in the front desk at night, we couldn't do anything. Tried to call the police but the phone... more Security is very poor. At 1 am, while we were sleeping, some guy started knocking and kicking our room door and shouting "open the door" in french. We got really scared and as there is no one in the front desk at night, we couldn't do anything. Tried to call the police but the phone didn't work. We thought about jumping from the window! (first floor). After about 30 minutes of panic the man left. It was a really terrible night. The next day we told this to the receptionist and he said it was probably someone looking for some friends in another room, nothing to worry!! Not recommended to anyone.close

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by cattivellia8057 – posted on Mar 25, 2008

1

This is a hotel, not a hostel. The two beds in the double bedroom was a surprise and very appreciated. They charged my credit card without telling me, though, which was less appreciated. The kitchenette was nice, even if we didn't use it. However, it is very far and the area doesn't feel safe... more This is a hotel, not a hostel. The two beds in the double bedroom was a surprise and very appreciated. They charged my credit card without telling me, though, which was less appreciated. The kitchenette was nice, even if we didn't use it. However, it is very far and the area doesn't feel safe AT ALL. I am rarely scared when walking the streets, but this time I was!close

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by atomic-sensei5436 – posted on Mar 24, 2008

8

the hotel was nice it wasa bit hrd to get to from paris at night time and from what i read in the paper it's not a safe neighbourhood but we had no problems and the locals seemed really nice and helpful. the only problem i found was the maids would wake us up every day wanting to cleen the... more the hotel was nice it wasa bit hrd to get to from paris at night time and from what i read in the paper it's not a safe neighbourhood but we had no problems and the locals seemed really nice and helpful. the only problem i found was the maids would wake us up every day wanting to cleen the room.....we would have to tell the 4 or 5 times every morning not to worry and to please not keep knocking on the door after 3 days or this i can get on your nerves. other than that it was great just wish it was close to parisclose

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by jetsetter884641 – posted on Jan 3, 2008

4

it definitely was a long walk to d train station. do not, and i say do not ever take a cab to town. its a long way by road to town. but for the price that i was charge, its either take it or leave it, u wont lose nor gain either way.... enjoy!!!

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by juz-diablo6171 – posted on Apr 10, 2007

1

I guess I´ll return :-)

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by marcelldonauermd1771 – posted on Apr 10, 2007

1

It's located in the suburbs of Paris. To get there you need to take a bus or walk for 15 minutes from the station. It became time consuming to move around the city.

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by lorenisa5127 – posted on Apr 9, 2007

4

Great staff good clean hostel - Just a bit out of the way if youre looking to enjoy Paris nightlife - its about a 35 euro cabride from the city centre. Only a convenient 20 min by train which is good, but after midnight youl need a taxi.

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by Ballerinski – posted on Apr 9, 2007

2

It's an increadible place to go, cause it's near from Paris, but very cheap, with car at only 15 minutes you're in Champs Elyses, so i think it's a goode oportunitiry.

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by wesleysa2826 – posted on Jan 4, 2007

2

To get here you have to take about a 20 minute subway ride and then walk for about a mile (unless you're lucky enough to catch a bus), but it's worth it. The price is great. The room was very clean. I felt safe the whole time. I would definitely recommend it.

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by lauraanne – posted on Jan 2, 2007

1

The hotel manager was very kind and accomodating.

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by jeane2979 – posted on Dec 28, 2006

2

It is a bit far from Paris. You have to take bus to RER station, and then take RER to paris. But it is a quiet place and it is not expensive.

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by Lianj2 – posted on Apr 17, 2006

1

The location is in a pathetic place no taxi is ready to come. the taxi arranged by the Hotel is not reliable. If you wanna enjoy your holidays or vacation this place is a big NO NO

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by isgan – posted on Jan 2, 2006

15

The staff is wonderful and very helpful. But the location is far out of Paris and not conducive to sightseers who want to be in the city.

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by curlygreen – posted on Jan 7, 2005

3

The hostel is not too far away from the train station about a 7-8 minute walk, but if you want to stay out late in Paris this is a problem, because the last train that departs to the hostel is at 11pm, and it is too dangerous to walk home so you would have to pay for a taxi and that costs around... more The hostel is not too far away from the train station about a 7-8 minute walk, but if you want to stay out late in Paris this is a problem, because the last train that departs to the hostel is at 11pm, and it is too dangerous to walk home so you would have to pay for a taxi and that costs around 10 Euros, so though it is a decent hotel the location is not very ideal if one would like to see Paris at night.close

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by brendy8330 – posted on Aug 31, 2004

2

It is really a pain to get there, but its cheap and clean.

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by varun7154 – posted on Jul 15, 2004

2

The service was very friendly but it was a little hard to find based on the map I was given so a more detailed map would be better.

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by yafatel – posted on Jul 7, 2004

1