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How to stay at the MEC for short visits
You’d like to visit Paris for a short period of time ?
Look no further than the MEC! We offer a unique place to stay, close to downtown, with a warm atmosphere and a magnificent decor.
At the MEC :
- You’ll discover an alternative to traditional hotels ;
- You’ll live in the heart of the Cité internationale universitaire de Paris;
- You’ll have a private apartment or studio, as well as spaces shared with a unique community;
- You’ll enjoy the rhythm of life in a student residence.
What we offer
We offer short stays mainly to professors and researchers, but also to tourists and groups who are visiting the City of Light (depending on availabilities).
Visitors who want to stay at the MEC during the academic year must be at least 20 years-old, or 18 during the summer.
Our studios and apartments are located in the heart of Paris, only a few minutes away from everything. They offer all the amenities at a very competitive price, to allow you to enjoy a pleasant and distinctive stay.
Studios are available all year long for short visits.
Rates 2024-2025*
Short stays and non-academic visits
| Short Stays, non-academic : from 4 nights to 3 months | Short Stays, non-academic : from 4 nights to 3 months | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individual room, per night (minimum 4 nights) STANDARD | 75,00 € | |||
| Individual room with kitchenette, per night (minimum 4 nights) STANDARD | 90,00 € | |||
| Individual room, per night (minimum 4 nights) LARGE | 85,00 € | |||
| Individual room with kitchenette, per night (minimum 4 nights) LARGE | 105,00 € | |||
| Studio with attic, per night (minimum 4 nights) | 100,00 € | |||
| Standard studio (one storey and mezzanine) per night (minimum 4 nights) | 120,00 € | |||
| Apartment, per night (minimum 6 nights) | 150,00 € | |||
*Valid until June 30 2025
| Discounts | Discounts | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stay of more than 6 nights | 20% off the total bill | |||
| Stay of more than 29 nights | 40% off the total bill | |||
Note 1. All payments of less than 300 € are payable in full at time of reservation, and are not refundable.
Note 2. For any reservation of more than 300 €, payment (other than the 300 € already paid at time of reservation) is payable upon arrival.
Note 3. On your check-in, you will be required to pay the full amount of your stay (non-refundable). In addition, a deposit of 300 euros will be retained and returned at the end of the stay (except in the case of damage, breakages, early departure, etc.).
Note 4. Studios are rented for a maximum of two people, who must be named at the time of reservation.
Note 5. Short stay visitors are not allowed to welcome guests in the evening.
Note 6. Former academic residents enjoy a 10% discount.
Groups*
| Groups during the summer | Groups during the summer | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin room, 3 to 10 nights | 120,00 € | |||
| Twin room, 11 nights and more | 100,00 € | |||
| Twin room, 45 nights and more | 60,00 € | |||
| Standard room 1 single bed, 3 to 10 nights | 75,00 € | |||
| Standard room 1 single bed, 11 nights and more | 55,00 € | |||
| Standard room 1 single bed, 45 nights and more | 40,00 € | |||
| Mezzanine studio, 3 to 10 nights | 120,00 € | |||
| Mezzanine studio, 11 nights and more | 90,00 € | |||
| Mezzanine studio, 45 nights and more | 70,00 € | |||
| Attic studio, 3 to 10 nights | 100,00 € | |||
| Attic studio, 11 nights and more | 90,00 € | |||
| Attic studio, 45 nights and more | 60,00 € | |||
*Valid until June 30 2025
Services which are included
- Internet (Wi-Fi and wired)
- Cleaning once a week
- Bedding : duvet, pillow, pillow case, duvet cover set, flat sheet and mattress protector (sheets are washed every two weeks)
- Towels are supplied in the studios and apartments
