Review: Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadéro
A charming Hilton boutique property in Paris’s 16th arrondissement with rooftop Eiffel Tower views and genuine Parisian character.
Location
The Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero is ideally positioned on Avenue d’Eylau in the elegant 16th arrondissement, steps from the Jardins du Trocadéro and the Trocadéro metro station. The Eiffel Tower is a short walk across the Seine, and the neighborhood itself is quintessentially Parisian — tree-lined avenues, local boulangeries, and a refined residential atmosphere that feels worlds away from the tourist bustle around the tower itself.
Phone: +33 1 87 86 22 22
Address: 16 Avenue d’Eylau, 75116 Paris, France
The Property
Housed in a converted 1930s industrial building, the Canopy Paris Trocadéro opened in May 2021 as a 123-room boutique hotel. The conversion preserved much of the building’s original Art Deco character while introducing the Canopy brand’s locally-inspired design ethos. The entrance and lobby set an intimate, residential tone — this feels more like a well-appointed Parisian townhouse than a chain hotel.
The crown jewel is the rooftop terrace with its bar, offering direct views of the Eiffel Tower. It’s one of those spots that makes you feel like you’ve discovered a secret Paris, and it alone would justify choosing this property over more anonymous options in the area.
Canopy Room
The rooms are modern and thoughtfully designed, with quality furnishings and a warm color palette that complements the building’s heritage character. A desk and TV setup provides functional workspace, while the coffee station and wardrobe area are neatly integrated. Some rooms feature balconies with Parisian rooftop views — worth requesting if available. The 123-room size means the property maintains an intimate feel that larger Parisian hotels cannot match.
Bathroom
The bathroom features a proper bathtub — a welcome amenity that many newer European hotels have abandoned in favor of showers only. The fixtures are modern and well-maintained, and the toiletry selection is appropriate for the property’s positioning. The overall bathroom experience is comfortable and well-executed.
Restaurants & Bars
Breakfast
Breakfast at the Canopy Trocadéro leans into the Parisian experience with excellent baked goods and boulangerie-quality pastries that would hold their own at any neighborhood bakery. A chef-attended egg station produces made-to-order options, and the spread includes cereals, French toast, and fresh fruit alongside the expected Continental fare. The quality of the baked goods particularly stands out — this is Paris, and the hotel clearly takes its bread and pastries seriously.
Bubble Bar (Rooftop)
The rooftop Bubble Bar is the property’s social centerpiece, offering cocktails and drinks with that remarkable Eiffel Tower backdrop. It gets busy during peak hours, especially in warmer months, but the atmosphere is relaxed and the views are genuinely spectacular. An essential part of the Canopy Trocadéro experience.
Bottom Line
The Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadéro is a standout in the Hilton portfolio and one of the more compelling hotel options in Paris for points travelers. The converted 1930s building gives it character that purpose-built hotels lack, the Eiffel Tower views from the rooftop bar are unforgettable, and the Trocadéro location hits the sweet spot between accessibility and neighborhood charm. Staff consistently earn high marks for attentiveness. For Hilton loyalists visiting Paris, this should be near the top of your list.
Value
Cash rates at the Canopy Paris Trocadéro typically range from €250–500 per night depending on season. Hilton Honors award nights start around 80,000 points per night under dynamic pricing, with peak dates climbing higher.
At 80,000 points against a €300/night rate (~$325 USD), you’re looking at approximately 0.41 cents per point — just above the 0.4 cpp threshold where Hilton points beat cash. During high season when cash rates push past €400, the points value improves to 0.5+ cpp, making this one of the better European Hilton redemptions. Factor in Diamond breakfast benefits and the rooftop bar experience, and the overall value proposition is strong.
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