Hotel des Cannettes is situated in the very heart of St Germain des Prés, one of Paris's most beautiful districts, itself in the centre of the Latin Quarter. With the charm of a small village and architecture dating back to 17th century, it is adored by both Parisians and tourists alike. It was in the now legendry cafes of this district, such as Le Flore, Les Deux Magots and La Brasserie Lipp, that the writers Jean-Paul Sartre, Boris Vian, Juliette Gréco would be found mingling with the crowd who danced to the sound of be-bop right through till dawn. The large publishing houses started setting up in St Germain des Prés towards the end of the 18th century making the area a haven for book lovers. Along with the publishers came the antique dealers and today the quarter houses a number of superb antique shops, art galleries and interior design boutiques. Walking is the best way to get around the quarter's narrow cobbled streets, so a sturdy pair of shoes are a must! There's no need to take a packed lunch and a bottle out with you, as there are countless restaurants and cafes around the hotel, catering for every price range. Rue des Canettes is one of the prettiest streets in St Germain des Prés dating back to the 13th century, as well as being one of the liveliest too with many fine bistrots. At 11 rue des Canettes is lively cabaret-restaurant ("Georges, Le Comptoir des Canettes") which evokes the old village feeling as it was years ago, with its tradesmen and artisans.