Cimarosa Residences • Paris 16eme · Butte de Chaillot
Private Guest Residences Welcome Compendium
Bienvenue à Paris
Paris 16eme · Butte de Chaillot · Metro Boissière
Dear Guests, Family, and Friends, we are delighted to welcome you to our private residence in Paris. Nestled in the sixteenth arrondissement just moments from Metro Boissière, Avenue Kléber, the Arc de Triomphe, and Trocadéro, our home provides quiet comfort in the heart of the capital.
Please explore your dedicated apartment guide below, along with complete house rules, local neighborhood discoveries, and airport travel notes.
Step-Free & Wheelchair Friendly
Step-free entrance passage and an elevator large enough for a standard wheelchair with a 70cm opening width, plus specialized aids for guests with mobility needs.
Babies & Family Toys
Baby beds and cots with fresh linens, high chairs, and a wonderful collection of games, books, and toys passed down from our own children.
The Grand Hallway & Mosaic Passage
Step through our classical portal into an authentic Parisian interior. Featuring historical ceramic mosaic pavement, sculpted stone cornices, and botanical greenery, this peaceful gallery leads directly from the wooden courtyard door through to the white residential portal and private elevator lobby.
4th Floor • Family Penthouse
Four Bedrooms • Private Balconies • 6th Floor Terrace Option • Three Sets of Keys
The fourth-floor penthouse in photographs
Select a photograph to view it in full. The sixth-floor rooftop terrace is an optional add-on.
Private Guest Elevator
The elevator is dedicated exclusively to residence guests. Take it directly up to the 4th floor. Children must be accompanied at all times.
Air Conditioning & HEPA Filtration
Each room features customizable heating and air conditioning panels equipped with medical-grade HEPA filters cleaned every month.
Please turn off units when windows are open or when exploring the city. Do not let young children adjust the wall panels.
Induction Cooktop, Oven & Microwave
The kitchen is equipped with an induction cooktop, a separate oven, and a microwave. Induction burners only generate heat when a compatible pan is placed directly on the cooking ring.
Heat is immediate and powerful, capable of boiling water in sixty seconds on high. Never leave an empty pan on an active burner. Full cookware, utensils, and Nespresso coffee machine are provided.
Washer & Dryer
Located inside the private landing closet immediately next to the elevator. Use only one detergent capsule per load, placed directly into the metal drum with your garments rather than the drawer.
Empty the lint screen after every drying cycle, and leave the washer door slightly ajar to air out. A folding clothes drying rack is stored inside the apartment.
Apple TV, Xbox & Children's Toys
Apple TV is ready in the salon. Cabinetry contains board games, Legos, storybooks, and a cherished collection of toys from our own children, along with baby beds, high chair, baby bathtub, potty seat, and hallway step stool.
6th Floor Rooftop Terrace
The private rooftop terrace is located on the 6th floor, accessible exclusively via the internal staircase inside the 4th floor penthouse climbing two stories. It features outdoor lounge seating, a dining table, outdoor sink, barbecue grill, and unbreakable outdoor dinnerware.
5th Floor • Rooftop Luxury
One Bedroom • Zinc Roofline Balcony • Skyline Views • Two Sets of Keys
The fifth-floor residence in photographs
Selected views from the residence album. Select a photograph to view it in full.
Top Elevator Level
Take the residence elevator directly up to the 5th floor landing. Coat racks and storage armoires belong to your private entryway.
Air Conditioning & Air Quality
Customizable heating and air conditioning controls with medical-grade HEPA air filters offer quiet comfort year-round.
Moderate systems when enjoying the fresh air through the balcony doors or when heading out into the city.
Induction Cooktop, Oven & Microwave
The 5th floor features an induction cooktop, a dedicated full oven, and a microwave. The induction burners require an induction pan resting flat on the circle to start heating.
Heat is immediate and powerful. Watch pans carefully to avoid scorching. The kitchen includes cookware, dinnerware, wine glasses, and a Nespresso coffee maker.
Washer & Dryer on Landing
Your dedicated laundry machines are located on the landing. Use strictly one detergent capsule per load, placed inside the metal drum with your garments.
Clean out the dryer lint trap after each cycle, and keep the washer door slightly open when finished so the drum remains fresh.
Balcony Care & Internal Staircase
Enjoy morning coffee on your private balcony overlooking the Parisian rooftops. Please keep balconies free from debris and do not shake linens over railings.
Architecture note: An internal staircase connects the 4th floor to the 6th floor terrace past your entry door. Guests from the 4th floor are instructed to pass quietly.
RDJ lower level • Private Apartment
Convenient Access • In-Unit Washer and Dryer • Full Kitchen • Two Sets of Keys
RDJ lower level in photographs
Explore the studio's open-plan living, sleeping, and dining spaces. Select a photograph to view it in full.
Convenient Access
Easily reached with minimal stair climbing, perfect for brisk daily arrivals and departures without waiting for the lift.
Air Conditioning & HEPA Filtration
Independent, eco-friendly cooling and heating system with monthly serviced HEPA filters ensuring fresh Parisian air.
Please power off or moderate systems when stepping out for museums or dining.
Induction Cooktop, Oven & Microwave
The RDJ lower level includes an induction cooktop, a dedicated full oven, and a microwave. Induction elements activate only when induction pans rest on the burner.
Adjust heat smoothly; temperature changes are immediate. Fully equipped with kitchen knives, pans, coffee maker, kettle, and pantry starter items.
Dedicated In-Unit Washer & Dryer
Enjoy the convenience of dedicated laundry machines located right inside the apartment. Use strictly one detergent pod per cycle, inserted into the drum.
Clean the dryer lint collector after every load, and leave the washer hatch open to allow fresh ventilation.
Television, High-Speed Wi-Fi & Care
A vacuum, mop, iron, ironing board, and full cleaning supplies are stored in the apartment closet for your convenience during your stay.
House Rules
Cimarosa Residences • Arrival Etiquette • Waste Sorting • Guardian Assistance
Professional Dress Required in Shared Spaces
All guests must dress professionally whenever using the building's public and shared spaces, including the entry hall, corridors, and elevator. Businesses also operate in this building, and guests must maintain a professional appearance around their staff, clients, and visitors.
Wear proper clothing and shoes before leaving the apartment. Do not enter shared spaces in pajamas, bathrobes, swimwear, towels, or without a shirt.
Residential Serenity & Neighbor Courtesy
Our building is a refined, classic Parisian residential home. Please maintain quiet courtesy when entering or leaving through the courtyard and hallway. Sound carries easily in historic stonework. Strict quiet hours are observed between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM every evening. Parties and unregistered outside visitors are strictly prohibited.
Building Guardian & Manager • Zé José
Our trusted building guardian is José, known warmly as Zé, pronounced like Zay. Zé can generally be found in the building on weekdays. He is honest and kind, and speaks French, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and conversational English.
Zé can assist with settling into the apartment, facility questions, and emergency needs. A tip for any special personalized services is appreciated.
Early Check-In, Late Departures & Bags
Standard check-in is between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM, and checkout is at 10:00 AM. If you arrive early before noon, you are welcome to leave your luggage neatly on the private landing of your floor.
If you have a late evening flight or are taking an excursion outside Paris and returning later, complimentary secure luggage storage is available on-site through Zé.
Courtyard Recycling & Trash Sorting
In Paris, municipal recycling guidelines are strictly observed. Building bins are located downstairs in the ground floor courtyard area:
General Household Waste
Standard non-recyclable household waste, food scraps, non-recyclable wrappings, and general trash bagged securely.
Clean Recyclables Only
Clean paper, flattened cardboard boxes, plastic bottles, yogurt pots, clean food containers, and metal aluminum tins.
Glass Bottles & Jars
Wine bottles, beverage glass, and food jars. Please ensure all metal caps, screw lids, and corks are removed beforehand.
Accessibility & Family Amenities
Wheelchair Access • Mobility Aids • Baby Cots • Children's Toys
Accessible Entry & Elevator
Designed for smooth navigation and ease of movement
The entrance portal, inner courtyard passage, and residential lobby feature a flat, step-free pathway from street level straight into the elevator lobby.
Our private guest elevator features a 70cm door opening width and adequate interior cabin size to comfortably fit a standard wheelchair.
We provide a full suite of mobility aids on site, including a sanitized shower chair and a raised toilet seat with ergonomic support handles.
Traveling with Little Ones
Complimentary nursery care and entertainment for children
Nursery Essentials & Baby Beds
We offer full baby beds and cots with fresh, soft linens, a sturdy high chair, a sanitized baby bathtub, a potty seat, and a step stool for bathroom sinks.
Children's Toys & Games
Enjoy a special collection of toys, Legos, storybooks, and board games passed down directly from our own children. Larger toys can be brought out from storage upon request.
Neighborhood & Paris Discoveries
Supermarkets • Top 5 Dining • Farmers Markets • Parisian Walking Gems
Marché d'Iéna • Avenue du Président Wilson
One of the finest open-air culinary markets in all of Paris takes place down the hill between Rue Debrousse and Place d'Iéna right next to Musée Guimet. Stalls brim with French farmhouse cheeses, warm roasted poultry, fresh sea catches from Brittany, flowers, and seasonal fruits.
Top 5 Neighborhood Restaurants
Carefully selected dining spots located within a short stroll from Cimarosa Residences
1. Au Ptit' Viet
Quick Fresh Asian40 Rue Lauriston • 2 Minute Walk
Wonderful Vietnamese counter just around the corner on Rue Lauriston. Fantastic quick lunch or casual dinner featuring authentic hot pho noodle soup, crisp spring nems, banh mi sandwiches, and fresh bo bun beef noodle bowls. Excellent take-out option.
2. Corner Café
Right Across The StreetCorner of Rue Cimarosa & Rue Lauriston
Owned and operated by long-time family friends. Perfect for morning espresso, fresh croissants, sunny terrace people-watching, and hearty French bistro lunches. Warm hospitality and English spoken.
3. Victor
French Bistronomy37 Rue Lauriston • 3 Minute Walk
A refined modern French bistro offering classic dishes with creative culinary flair. High-quality seasonal market produce, an elegant dining room, and an impressive wine list. Ideal for a special Parisian evening.
4. Le Bistro de Longchamp
Classic Parisian BrasserieRue de Longchamp • 5 Minute Walk
Quintessential Parisian brasserie warmth serving beloved classics like steak frites, crispy duck confit, tartare, and French onion soup. Welcoming ambiance with cozy indoor tables and outdoor seating.
5. Café Scossa
Iconic Grand TerracePlace Victor Hugo • 6 Minute Walk
Perched on the grand circular plaza of Place Victor Hugo. Renowned for its generous outdoor terrace seating, afternoon coffee, crisp wine, and vibrant atmosphere. Unmatched for people-watching.
Located at 26 Rue des Belles Feuilles. Order their golden roast farm chicken and roasted potatoes with extra savory gravy to enjoy back on your balcony. A beloved neighborhood tradition.
Neighborhood Groceries
More 16ème Open-Air Markets
Host Insider Secrets & Family Outings
Explore Galerie Vivienne in the 2nd arrondissement for historic glass canopies, vintage bookstalls, tea salons, and wine tastings.
Steps from the covered passages, visit Rue Sainte-Anne for steaming udon bowls, ramen counters, and Japanese bakeries.
Pass under Avenue de la Grande Armée via the pedestrian subway to climb the Arc for sensational panoramic vistas of all twelve radiating avenues.
Just a 2-minute stroll from Cimarosa Residences, this fenced garden playground is perfect for toddlers and children up to eight years old.
Vintage children's park in the Bois de Boulogne featuring steam train rides, puppet theaters, merry-go-rounds, and splash zones.
Expansive botanical gardens with giant slide courses and Evasion Verte ropes course. Bring outdoor gloves for rope courses.
To & From Paris Airports & Transit
Official Flat Taxi Rates • Metro Lines • Versailles Train Warning
Regulated Flat Taxi Rates to Cimarosa Residences
Taxis departing official Paris airport queues have legally mandated flat fares into central Paris Right Bank, where the 16th arrondissement is located. Avoid independent solicitation inside arrival terminals. Always follow painted overhead signs to the official taxi stand outside baggage claim.
€56 Flat Fare
Regulated rate to Right Bank addresses. Approximately 45 to 60 minutes travel time depending on boulevard traffic.
€44 Flat Fare
Regulated rate to Right Bank addresses. Approximately 30 to 45 minutes travel time. Orly is significantly closer to central Paris.
Nearest Metro & Bus Connections
Navigo & Current Metro Travel Information
Use Navigo for Paris public transport. For current ticket and pass options, how to load and validate your Navigo card or compatible phone, fares, and travel updates, visit the official Paris Metro (RATP) website. Keep your validated card or phone available throughout your journey and for ticket inspections.
Traveling to Versailles or the airports? Check the official RATP website before traveling to confirm your route and the correct Navigo ticket or pass for your destination. Airport journeys may require a specific ticket or pass.














