Hotels in Notre-Dame, Versailles
Updated 13 July 2026 · 8 real hotels
Notre-Dame is the historic heart of Versailles, sitting immediately east of the Palace gardens and centred on the lively market square of the same name. It suits first-time visitors, couples and culture travellers who want to walk to the chateau, browse local shops and eat well, without relying heavily on public transport. The neighbourhood offers a solid range of accommodation, from comfortable three-star options to landmark luxury hotels.
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Staying in the Notre-Dame neighbourhood of Versailles
Notre-Dame is the central district of Versailles, named after the parish church that stands on the square where the city's famous twice-weekly market takes place. The area occupies the grid of streets laid out under Louis XIV between the Palace and the old town, giving it a formal, orderly feel softened by café terraces, bakeries and independent restaurants. The Palace of Versailles is reachable on foot in around ten to fifteen minutes from most addresses here, and the RER C line (Versailles Rive Gauche station) connects the neighbourhood directly to central Paris in roughly forty minutes. For visitors who want convenience above everything else, Notre-Dame delivers it.
The neighbourhood suits a wide range of travellers. Families appreciate the short walk to the chateau and the practical amenities nearby. Couples find the stone streets and market-square atmosphere genuinely pleasant rather than purely functional. Business travellers passing through the western Paris region benefit from the rail link without needing to stay in the capital. Accommodation here spans a notable price range: apartment-style stays and three-star hotels sit comfortably below 150 €/night, while the area's prestigious addresses, including a Relais and Chateaux property and the Waldorf Astoria Trianon Palace set within its own grounds near the gardens, push toward the higher end of the luxury market.
Where to stay on any budget?
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limehome Versailles Rue du Bailliage | Notre-Dame | ★ 5 | 114 €/nuit |
| Hotel Des Lys ★★★ | Notre-Dame | ★ 4.5 | 120 €/nuit |
| Mercure Versailles Chateau ★★★ | Notre-Dame | ★ 4.5 | 141 €/nuit |
| Hotel Le Versailles ★★★★ | Notre-Dame | ★ 4.2 | 144 €/nuit |
| Hôtel Le Bout du Parc ★★★ | Notre-Dame | ★ 4.4 | 147 €/nuit |
| Novotel Chateau De Versailles ★★★★ | Notre-Dame | ★ 4.3 | 149 €/nuit |
| Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace ★★★★★ | Notre-Dame | ★ 4.5 | 312 €/nuit |
| Hôtel Les Lumières - Relais & Châteaux ★★★★★ | Notre-Dame | ★ 4.8 | 363 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Notre-Dame area from the Palace of Versailles?+
Most hotels in the Notre-Dame district are within a ten to fifteen minute walk of the Palace of Versailles main entrance on the Place d'Armes. The neighbourhood sits directly east of the chateau, so guests can reach the ticket gates on foot without needing a taxi or bus. Properties closer to the southern edge of the district, such as those near the Parc, are slightly further but still very walkable.
How do you get from Notre-Dame, Versailles to Paris?+
The most convenient connection is the RER C train from Versailles Rive Gauche station, which is located at the edge of the Notre-Dame neighbourhood and runs directly to several central Paris stations including Saint-Michel Notre-Dame and Invalides. The journey takes approximately forty minutes and runs frequently throughout the day. Versailles also has two other train stations, Versailles Chantiers and Versailles Rive Droite, reachable by a short walk or local bus.
What is the price range for hotels in Notre-Dame, Versailles?+
Hotels in this area currently range from around 114 €/night for the Limehome Versailles Rue du Bailliage apartment-style property, through mid-range options such as the Mercure Versailles Chateau at 141 €/night and the Novotel Chateau De Versailles at 149 €/night, up to luxury stays at the Waldorf Astoria Versailles Trianon Palace at 312 €/night and the Relais and Chateaux property Hotel Les Lumieres at 363 €/night. Three and four-star options cluster between 120 and 150 €/night, making them accessible for most leisure budgets.
Is Notre-Dame a quiet area or lively at night?+
Notre-Dame is a pleasant mixed neighbourhood that is animated during the day, particularly around market days and the main shopping streets, but quieter in the evenings compared with a large city centre. Versailles is primarily a residential and tourist city rather than a nightlife destination, so guests seeking a lively evening scene will need to travel into Paris. For travellers who prefer a relaxed atmosphere with good restaurants and early access to the chateau in the morning, the neighbourhood is well suited.
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