Hotel Le Sénat

What Hotel Le Sénat does

Hotel Le Sénat is a privately held 4-star boutique hotel operating 41 soundproofed rooms across six categories (Chambres Supérieures, Chambres Deluxes, Chambre Familiale, Suite Double, Suite Triple, and Duplex Terrasse) at 10 rue de Vaugirard in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district of Paris. The property sits on the Left Bank within walking distance of the Jardin du Luxembourg and Latin Quarter, with two premium Duplex Terrasse rooms offering panoramic views of the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Montmartre, and Notre-Dame. The hotel traces its heritage to 1866, when the building operated as the Grand Hôtel de France and housed the writer Emile Zola during the year he committed to writing as a profession; today it is structured as a Paris-registered SAS under Code APE 55.10Z (hotels and similar accommodation).

The underlying technology stack is conventional hospitality infrastructure: a property management system with real-time room availability, an SSL-secured direct online booking platform supporting French, English, Spanish, and Chinese, four GDS integrations (Sabre UI63137, Galileo UI54977, Amadeus UIPARLSH, Worldspan UI43364), 24/7 multilingual reception, complimentary WiFi, and a recently installed Nouvelle Climatisation system. A WeThankYou mobile application (iOS and Android) provides loyalty credit accrual (€10 welcome credit, €15 per night) and a referral program paying €10 per referred guest's first direct booking. Ancillary services include a buffet breakfast (€19/adult, free for children under 12; €8 express option), a hotel bar, concierge, luggage storage, and pet accommodation (€10/night supplement).

The business model is B2C hospitality with three revenue streams: room accommodations (the dominant stream, priced by season and category), food and beverage (breakfast, bar), and ancillary services (pet fees, late checkout). Distribution runs through direct channels (website, phone, email) incentivized by best-price guarantee and free upgrades for extended stays, complemented by travel-agent/OTA distribution via GDS. Target customers are individual leisure travelers and couples (primary), families (Family Room and Triple Suite), and business travelers, with primary marketing done through the multilingual website and neighborhood content rather than paid acquisition.

Name

Hotel Le Sénat

Legal name

Hôtel Le Sénat

Website

https://hotelsenat.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1866

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hotel Le Sénat is a privately held 4-star boutique hotel operating 41 rooms in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district of Paris's Left Bank, serving international leisure travelers, families, and business visitors via direct booking and GDS distribution.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Hotel Accommodation

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Hotel & Resort Restaurants (THAFACAH)

Keywords

• Boutique hotel accommodation
• Hotel room bookings
• Concierge services
• Hotel loyalty program
• Breakfast and bar service

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Room Accommodations: Core revenue from 41 hotel rooms across 6 room categories: Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Family Room, Double Suite, Triple Suite, and Duplex Terrace. Room rates vary by season and availability.
2. Food and Beverage: Breakfast buffet service (19€ per adult, free for children under 12) and hotel bar serving guests throughout their stay. Express breakfast option available for 8€.
3. Ancillary Services: Pet accommodation (10€ per day supplement), late checkout fees, and other guest services.
4. Loyalty Program Credits: 10€ welcome credit and 15€ per night credits for direct bookings, redeemable on future stays. Earned through WeThankYou loyalty application.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Hotel Le Sénat is a 4-star boutique hotel offering 41 soundproofed rooms across six categories (Superior, Deluxe, Family Room, Double Suite, Triple Suite, and Duplex Terrace) in Paris's Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. Core revenue comes from room accommodation, complemented by buffet breakfast, bar service, 24/7 reception, concierge, luggage storage, and a loyalty and referral program. Distribution is split between direct booking through the hotel's website and GDS channels (Sabre, Galileo, Amadeus, Worldspan) for travel agents.

Product overview

Hotel Le Sénat is a 4-star boutique hotel located in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district of Paris, offering 41 soundproofed rooms across six room categories (Chambres Supérieures, Chambres Deluxes, Chambre Familiale, Suite Double, Suite Triple, and Duplex Terrasse) and a range of services including a bar, buffet breakfast, loyalty program, 24/7 reception, concierge, luggage storage, free WiFi, and new air conditioning. The hotel features direct booking capabilities via its website with GDS connectivity for trade distribution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chambres Supérieures (Superior Rooms) Superior rooms featuring classic furniture paired with contemporary amenities, offering detailed artistry for made-to-measure comfort. Targeted at individual travelers and couples seeking quality accommodation in central Paris.
• Chambres Deluxes (Deluxe Rooms) Deluxe rooms providing elegance for refined comfort, combining sophisticated decor with modern facilities. Designed for guests seeking an upgraded Parisian stay.
• Chambre Familiale (Family Room) Family room accommodating up to 3 guests with two distinct sleeping areas, featuring a double/twin bed and single sofa bed. Targeted at families needing comfort and privacy in central Paris.
• Suite Double (Double Suite) Duplex double suites on the sixth floor with a separate living area, noble materials, elegant decor, and L'Occitane toiletries in the bathroom. Targeted at couples and travelers seeking extra Parisian space and refinement.
• Suite Triple (Triple Suite) Spacious triple suites on the fifth and sixth floors with a separate living room featuring a sofa or sofa bed, offering luxurious comfort with L'Occitane amenities. Targeted at families or small groups needing extra space.
• Duplex Terrasse (Duplex Terrace Rooms) Premium duplex rooms on the sixth and seventh floors featuring private terraces with panoramic views over Paris landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Montmartre, and Notre-Dame, with modern decor and Nespresso coffee machines. Targeted at guests seeking a luxury Parisian experience with signature views.
• Petit Déjeuner (Breakfast Buffet) Buffet breakfast served from 7h to 10h30 on weekdays and until 11h on weekends, priced at €19 per adult with free access for children under 12 (€8 express option). Includes hot drinks, fresh juices, cold cuts, Norwegian smoked salmon, pastries, hot dishes, dairy products, cereals, cheeses, fruits, and pancakes. Targeted at hotel guests and walk-in visitors.
• Hotel Bar Hotel bar offering guests a moment of relaxation in a comfortable setting throughout their stay. Targeted at hotel guests seeking on-premises beverage service.
• Programme Fidélité (Loyalty and Referral Program) Loyalty and referral program where direct-booking members earn a €10 welcome credit and €15 per night stayed, redeemable from the second stay. Referrers earn €10 per referred guest's first direct booking. Targeted at repeat hotel guests and brand advocates.
• Online Booking System (Direct Booking Platform) Hotel-operated direct booking platform offering best price guarantee, secure SSL online payment, real-time availability, and free upgrades for extended stays. Multilingual interface (French, English, Spanish, Chinese). Targeted at individual travelers and travel agents seeking guaranteed best rates.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• WeThankYouminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLoyalty program partnership providing mobile application for guest rewards, referral tracking, and digital membership cards. Guests activate loyalty cards using code SENAT.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Le Pavillon de la Reine: Luxury boutique hotel (Relais & Châteaux) in the Marais with comparable intimate scale and heritage-driven positioning. Competes for the upper-mid leisure and romance-travel segment in Paris.
• Hôtel Le Six: 4-star boutique hotel in the Montparnasse / 6th arrondissement area with similar size and 4-star boutique positioning. Targets comparable leisure/business mix with strong direct-booking emphasis.
• Hôtel Particulier Montmartre: Small independent boutique hotel in Montmartre with similar heritage character and limited key count. Operates with comparable direct-booking narrative and lifestyle positioning.
• Hôtel de l'Abbaye: 4-star boutique hotel in Saint-Germain-des-Prés offering classic Parisian charm with comparable room count and guest profile. Directly competes with Le Sénat on leisure travelers seeking authentic Left Bank experiences.
• Hôtel des Grands Boulevards: Independent boutique hotel in central Paris (2nd arrondissement) with similar 4-star positioning, comparable room count, and direct-booking-led distribution model targeting leisure travelers.
• Hôtel Bel Ami: 5-star boutique hotel in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, only a few streets from Hôtel Le Sénat. Same Left Bank micro-market, similar independent boutique positioning, and directly comparable leisure/cultural traveler base.

Broad incumbents

• 25hours Hotels: Design-led boutique hotel brand expanding across European capitals. Brings brand marketing, loyalty partnerships, and modern positioning that independent Paris boutiques must compete against.
• Hôtel de Crillon (Rosewood): Iconic luxury palace hotel on Place de la Concorde. While 5-star and premium-priced, it anchors the same Paris luxury leisure traveler segment and competes for the highest-end short-stay demand Le Sénat's Duplex Terrasse rooms target.
• Mama Shelter: Lifestyle boutique hotel brand (Accor-affiliated) with a Paris location. Larger footprint and brand-driven distribution extend its reach, but it competes directly for design-conscious leisure travelers in the upper-mid segment.
• Hôtel & Lodge: Group that owns and operates several independent boutique hotels in Paris and the French Riviera. Broader portfolio and operating platform give it scale advantages over a single-property operator like Le Sénat.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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