In the resolutely chic 8th arrondissement of Paris, the district with the Bon Marché department store, elegant boutiques and art galleries, close to Montparnasse, the Hôtel Vaneau Saint Germain perfectly mirrors the image of the Rive Gauche. Most of the rooms have retained decorative elements from the late 19th century like marble fireplaces, large mirrors and, in some cases, stained-glass windows. The minimalist decor is the perfect backdrop for discerning elegance with Parisian flair. Saint-Germain-des-Près has kept its ranking as a bastion of intellectual life and can be easily reached on foot or by public transport. You’re sure to see celebrities from the worlds of the press, politics and the arts.