Luggage Storage Near Hôtel de Ville
The Hôtel de Ville is Paris’ City Hall — a lavish neo-Renaissance palace on the right bank of the Seine that has been the seat of Paris government since 1357. The building you see today is a faithful reconstruction from the 1880s (the original was destroyed during the Paris Commune in 1871), and its ornate facade — 338 statues of notable Parisians — makes it one of the grandest municipal buildings in the world.
The square in front, Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, is one of the most versatile public spaces in Paris. Depending on the season, you might find an outdoor ice rink, a beach volleyball court, a food festival, or a free exhibition. It is also a natural crossroads between the Marais, the Seine islands, and Châtelet.
There is no luggage storage at the building itself, but the central location means app-based options are plentiful.
Storage Options
| LuggageHero | Nannybag | Radical Storage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost (24h) | From ~€4.90 | ~€6 | ~€5 |
| Hourly option | Yes | No | No |
| Insurance | Up to €2,500 | Up to €1,000 | Up to €3,000 |
Getting There
Métro lines 1 and 11 stop at Hôtel de Ville. Line 1 connects directly to the Louvre (Palais Royal, 2 stops west), Bastille (2 stops east), and the Champs-Élysées. Châtelet is a 5-minute walk.
The Neighbourhood: The Marais and Beyond
Le Marais
Stretching north and east from the Hôtel de Ville, the Marais is one of Paris’ most walkable and culturally rich neighbourhoods. It survived Haussmann’s 19th-century rebuilding, so the streets are narrow and medieval — lined with aristocratic mansions (hôtels particuliers) now housing museums and galleries. Highlights include the Place des Vosges (Paris’ oldest planned square, with perfect symmetry and arcaded walks), the Musée Carnavalet (the history of Paris, free entry), the Musée Picasso, and the Jewish quarter on Rue des Rosiers (L’As du Fallafel is the most famous falafel in Paris — the queue is part of the experience).
Centre Pompidou
A 10-minute walk north from the Hôtel de Ville. Paris’ museum of modern and contemporary art, housed in the iconic inside-out building by Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers. The permanent collection is one of the largest in the world. The sloping piazza in front is a gathering point for street performers, sketchers, and fire-eaters.
BHV (Bazar de l’Hôtel de Ville)
The department store directly adjacent to City Hall. Less famous than Galeries Lafayette but beloved by Parisians — especially the basement hardware floors, which have everything from nails to antique doorknobs. The top-floor rooftop bar has a view of Notre-Dame.
Pont d’Arcole and Île de la Cité
Cross the bridge south from the Hôtel de Ville and you are on the Île de la Cité, with Notre-Dame directly ahead. The Bastille is 15 minutes east on foot.
FAQ
Is there luggage storage at Hôtel de Ville?
No on-site storage. App-based services in the Marais and Châtelet area are your best options.
Can I visit inside the Hôtel de Ville?
The building is occasionally open for exhibitions and special events (notably during Journées du Patrimoine in September). Regular interior visits are not available — check the City of Paris website for scheduled openings.