Where to Stay Near Musée National Picasso: 14 Budget Hotels

Hotel Tolbiac sits just 650 metres from Place d'Italie in the 13th arrondissement, giving metro line 5 and line 7 access that brings the Marais within around 25 minutes. As a budget base for visiting the Musée National Picasso, it trades proximity for price, and for cost-conscious travelers that calculation works. The hotel features a furnished outdoor patio and a breakfast room decorated with children's drawings - a small but distinctive detail. Some rooms share bathroom facilities, which is worth confirming at booking, while en suite options are also available.

• Free WiFi throughout the property
• Furnished outdoor patio for relaxing between visits
• Buffet breakfast with hot drinks, croissants, and cereals available on site

The Modern Hotel (official site) is positioned between Place de la Bastille and Père-Lachaise Cemetery, directly next to Père-Lachaise Metro station on line 2, making it one of the better-connected budget options for reaching the Musée National Picasso in around 15 minutes by metro. The Marais district is a 15-minute walk from the hotel, and Canal Saint-Martin is reachable in 10 minutes on foot. All rooms are soundproofed with flat-screen TVs and free toiletries, and the 24-hour reception is a practical advantage for travelers arriving on late trains or early flights. Room service is also available, which is not standard across Paris budget hotels.

• 24-hour front desk with room service
• Daily housekeeping included
• Tea and coffee maker in all rooms

Reims Hotel is 100 metres from Stalingrad Metro Station in the 10th arrondissement, placing it 5 minutes' walk from the Canal Saint-Martin and the Bassin de la Villette. From Stalingrad (lines 2, 5, and 7), reaching the Marais takes around 20 minutes by metro - a competitive commute for this price tier. Rooms feature wooden floors, large windows, and soundproofing, which is a meaningful quality marker for a budget Paris hotel. Gare du Nord is a 10-minute walk away, making this property particularly useful for Eurostar arrivals. The hotel is also lift-accessible and includes facilities for disabled guests, a distinction not common in this segment.

• Lift access and disabled guest facilities
• Soundproofed rooms with wooden floors and large windows
• 10-minute walk to Gare du Nord for Eurostar and RER B connections

New Hotel Gare Du Nord sits directly opposite Gare du Nord station, one of Paris's major rail hubs, where RER B and multiple metro lines converge. For visitors arriving from CDG Airport or traveling from outside Paris to reach the Musée National Picasso, this location reduces transfer friction significantly. Metro line 5 from Gare du Nord reaches the Marais at République in around 10 minutes. Rooms are soundproofed with satellite TV, and breakfast is served in an arched stone cellar - a characterful detail that differentiates this property from generic budget hotels. An airport shuttle is also available, adding practical value for flight arrivals.

• Directly opposite Gare du Nord - major RER and metro hub
• Airport shuttle available for CDG arrivals
• Continental breakfast served in a vaulted stone cellar

Greet Hotel Paris Porte de la Chapelle is located in northern Paris with Porte de la Chapelle Metro Station (line 12) just 550 metres away, providing a budget entry point into the city with connections toward the Marais in around 30 minutes by metro. The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with beIN Sports satellite channels, a buffet breakfast, and an outdoor terrace. On-site private parking is available - a rare and practical feature at this price tier for travelers arriving by car. The hotel is also 10 minutes by car from Sacré-Coeur, making it a reasonable base for combining a Marais trip with a Montmartre visit. ↗

• On-site private parking available
• Air-conditioned rooms with satellite and beIN Sports channels
• Outdoor terrace and bar for evening use

St Christopher's Inn Paris - Canal sits on the Bassin de la Villette, 350 metres from Crimée Metro Station on line 5, which connects to the Marais area in under 20 minutes. As an award-winning hostel offering both dormitories and private rooms, it represents the lowest per-night cost in this selection - a realistic option for solo travelers or pairs on strict budgets. The terrace overlooks Canal Saint-Martin, and guests receive a discount at the on-site Belushi's bar and restaurant. Three free outdoor pools operate nearby from mid-June to mid-September, adding seasonal recreational value that no other property in this guide can match.

• Private rooms and dormitories available - flexible budget tiers
• Canal Saint-Martin terrace with on-site bar and restaurant (Belushi's)
• Crimée metro line 5 - direct connection toward Marais in under 20 minutes

Baba Hotel is positioned 1.2 km from Sacré-Coeur in the 18th arrondissement, with Gare du Nord 2.7 km away and metro access connecting toward the Marais in around 25 minutes. The Musée National Picasso is reachable without transfers via line 4 southbound toward Réaumur-Sébastopol. Some rooms include a kitchenette with fridge and microwave - a cost-saving feature for travelers who prefer self-catering breakfast over paying daily hotel rates. The hotel is non-smoking, provides daily housekeeping, and offers a buffet or continental breakfast. At 2 stars, it delivers consistent basics without inflated amenities.

• Selected rooms with kitchenette including fridge and microwave
• Daily housekeeping included
• Buffet or continental breakfast available on site

Paris Jolie Studio Cosy is a self-contained apartment in the 19th arrondissement, around 5.2 km from the Centre Pompidou and roughly the same distance from the Marais - making it a quieter, residential alternative to central hotel stays. The apartment includes a private bedroom, living room, walk-in shower, and is soundproofed - features that distinguish it from typical budget hotel rooms in Paris. A coffee shop is available on site. Free WiFi is included throughout, and the property is non-smoking. For travelers who prefer apartment-style independence over hotel services, this property offers that format at a budget price point, though commute time to the Picasso Museum is around 30 minutes by public transport. ->

• Full apartment layout: bedroom, living room, and walk-in shower
• Soundproofed throughout
• On-site coffee shop

Hotel Odessa Montparnasse is a 2-star hotel positioned near the base of the Montparnasse Tower in the 14th arrondissement, with Vavin Metro Station 450 metres away on line 4 - a direct line to the Marais with no transfer required, reaching the Saint-Paul area in around 15 minutes. The 6-floor hotel has a lift, double-glazed soundproofed rooms, and a large luggage storage room - a practical detail for late checkout days. A 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and air conditioning are included across the property. The surrounding Montparnasse quarter has a high density of recognized brasseries and cafés, giving the area genuine character beyond its role as a transit hub.

• Vavin Metro (line 4) - direct access to Marais in around 15 minutes
• Large luggage room for flexible checkout days
• Air conditioning and daily housekeeping included

Hotel De Venise is a family-run hotel located 350 metres from Reuilly-Diderot Metro Station in the 12th arrondissement, on line 1 and line 8. Line 1 provides a direct connection to the Marais via Saint-Paul station - one of the closest metro stops to the Picasso Museum - in around 10 minutes. The hotel features traditionally decorated en suite rooms with wooden furnishings, free WiFi, and air conditioning. A buffet breakfast with cheese, bread, cereals, and yoghurts is rated very good by guests, which is notable at this price level. AccorHotels Arena is a 10-minute walk, making this a functional base for event attendees as well.

• Reuilly-Diderot Metro (lines 1 and 8) - direct line to Marais's Saint-Paul stop
• Air conditioning and en suite rooms throughout
• Very good-rated buffet breakfast with cheese and hot options

Hotel Du Chateau sits directly opposite Château de Vincennes in the eastern suburbs, with Bérault Metro Station and Vincennes RER A Train Station both 350 metres away - providing direct access to central Paris and the Marais in around 20 minutes on RER A to Nation or Châtelet-Les-Halles. This property stands out in the budget selection for its individually decorated rooms with antique furniture, château views from select rooms, and a medieval-themed breakfast room serving continental breakfast. Pet-friendly status and private parking nearby give it a practical edge for road-trip travelers. Parc Floral de Paris is 1 km away for half-day excursions.

• RER A and Metro Bérault - direct line to Châtelet-Les-Halles in around 20 minutes
• Individually decorated rooms with antique furniture and optional château views
• Pet-friendly with nearby private parking available

Hotel Des Pavillons is located in the 17th arrondissement with Argentine Metro Station on line 1 just 200 metres from the front door - and line 1 runs directly through the heart of the Marais, reaching Saint-Paul (nearest stop to the Picasso Museum) without a single transfer. The Arc de Triomphe is 500 metres away, and the Champs-Élysées is a 10-minute walk, giving this hotel a dual-purpose positioning for travelers who want to combine a Marais museum visit with western Paris sightseeing. Rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed, and serviced by a lift with daily housekeeping. A continental breakfast is served on site each morning. ->

• Argentine Metro (line 1) - 200 metres away, direct to Marais with no transfer
• Air conditioning, soundproofing, and daily housekeeping
• 500 metres from Arc de Triomphe

Royal Wagram is positioned 900 metres from Parc Monceau in the 17th arrondissement, a 3-minute walk from Pont Cardinet station (metro line 14 and Train L), which connects to Châtelet-Les-Halles - the main interchange for reaching the Marais - in around 15 minutes. Pereire Metro Station (line 3) is 600 metres away and provides direct access to Opéra Garnier, useful for combining cultural visits. The hotel includes a buffet breakfast, flat-screen TVs in all rooms, and private parking available at €35 per day for drivers. Multiple restaurants are within a 5-minute walk, reducing reliance on in-hotel dining.

• Pont Cardinet station (metro line 14) - fast connection to Châtelet in around 15 minutes
• Private parking available at €35/day
• 900 metres from Parc Monceau for morning walks

Louisa Hotel Paris is located in the 16th arrondissement, 700 metres from the Arc de Triomphe, with Victor Hugo Metro (line 2) just 300 metres away. Line 2 connects eastward through Pigalle and onward to the northern stations, while a transfer at Nation or Nation-adjacent points allows access to the Marais. The hotel offers 24-hour reception and room service - an uncommon combination at this price level. Rooms are soundproofed with flat-screen TVs including Canal+, and a continental breakfast is served daily with optional savoury additions like bacon and eggs at extra charge. The hotel's terrace adds a genuine quality-of-stay benefit absent from many comparable Paris budget options.

• 24-hour reception and room service
• Victor Hugo Metro (line 2) - 300 metres from the hotel
• Terrace access and optional hot breakfast additions

Necker Paris is an apartment-style property with garden views and a terrace in the 15th arrondissement, around 1.7 km from the Rodin Museum and 2.5 km from the Musée d'Orsay. For reaching the Musée National Picasso, metro line 13 from the 15th connects to Saint-Lazare and onward transfers reach the Marais in around 30 minutes. The apartment includes a full kitchen with oven and microwave, one bedroom, and soundproofing - meaning guests can cook in and avoid restaurant costs daily. Luxembourg Gardens is 1.9 km away. Private check-in and check-out along with a lift are included, and the property is non-smoking throughout.

• Full kitchen with oven, microwave, and seating area
• Private check-in/check-out and lift access
• Garden views and terrace included