Where to Stay for Roland Garros: Luxury Apartments in Paris
Stay steps from the clay courts in a curated luxury apartment. Discover the best neighbourhoods, travel tips, and Aircube picks for Roland Garros 2025.
Every year, as the clay courts of Stade Roland Garros turn a deeper shade of burnt orange and the crowds begin to fill the stands of the Bois de Boulogne, Paris transforms into something even more charged than usual. The French Open is not simply a Grand Slam. It is a two-week immersion in Parisian life at its most vivid: warm evenings on terraces, the thwack of a perfectly struck forehand drifting over the tree line, and the sense that the whole city has leaned in to watch.
For visitors who want to experience the tournament without the fatigue of long commutes or the disappointment of a generic hotel room, the answer is straightforward: a well-chosen luxury apartment in the 16th arrondissement or its immediate neighbours. This guide explains exactly why, and how Aircube makes it effortless.
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Why the 16th Arrondissement is the Ideal Base for Roland Garros
Stade Roland Garros sits at the southern edge of the Bois de Boulogne, its main entrance at Porte d'Auteuil. That address places it squarely within the orbit of the 16th arrondissement, one of Paris's most residential, leafy, and quietly prestigious neighbourhoods.
Staying in the 16th means waking up ten or fifteen minutes from the courts on foot or by a single Metro stop. It means having a proper kitchen to prepare breakfast before a full day of tennis, a calm living room to return to after an evening match, and the kind of square footage that a hotel simply cannot offer at this price point.
The neighbourhood itself rewards exploration. Avenue Mozart and Rue de Passy are lined with patisseries and wine bars. The Trocadéro gardens offer a morning walk with one of the great views of the Eiffel Tower. Musée Marmottan Monet, home to the world's largest collection of Monet paintings, is a ten-minute stroll from most addresses in the quartier.
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Getting to the Courts: Your Transport Options
One of the practical pleasures of staying near Porte d'Auteuil is that getting to the stadium requires almost no planning.
On Foot
If your apartment is in the southern 16th, particularly around Michel-Ange Auteuil or Jasmin, you can walk to the main gates of Roland Garros in roughly ten to fifteen minutes through quiet residential streets. This is genuinely one of the more pleasant ways to arrive at a Grand Slam.Metro Line 10
Line 10 stops at Michel-Ange Auteuil, a short walk from the Porte d'Auteuil entrance. From central Paris addresses such as Odéon or La Motte-Picquet, this line brings you to the door of the stadium in under twenty minutes.RER C
The RER C stops at Avenue du Président Kennedy, which is useful if you are coming from the Right Bank or from Charles de Gaulle. Change at Invalides or Musée d'Orsay for a seamless connection.Taxi or Private Transfer
For evening sessions or if you simply prefer door-to-door comfort, a taxi or private car from any address in the 16th takes between five and twelve minutes depending on traffic. Aircube guests frequently use this option for night matches.---
Proximity Comparison: Neighbourhoods for Roland Garros Stays
| Neighbourhood | Walk to Courts | Metro Access | Luxury Apartment Availability | Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|---| | 16th (Auteuil) | 10 to 15 min | Line 10, direct | Excellent | Residential, elegant | | 16th (Trocadéro) | 25 to 30 min | Lines 6 and 9 | Excellent | Grand, iconic views | | 15th (Grenelle) | 20 to 25 min | Line 10 | Good | Local, relaxed | | 7th (Invalides) | 35 to 40 min | RER C | Excellent | Chic, central | | 8th (Champs-Élysées) | 40 to 50 min | Lines 1 and 9 | Good | Busy, touristic |For pure proximity combined with the quality of surroundings, the Auteuil pocket of the 16th wins without contest. The Trocadéro section of the same arrondissement is a strong second, particularly if you want the iconic Paris skyline as part of your stay.
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Pairing Roland Garros with a Luxury Paris Stay
The French Open runs for two weeks, and very few visitors attend every single day. The rhythm of a Roland Garros trip is naturally one of alternation: a morning at the markets, an afternoon on Court Philippe-Chatrier, a long dinner somewhere in the 16th, and a slower day built around a museum or a walk along the Seine.
This rhythm is exactly what a well-appointed private apartment supports. A luxury Aircube apartment in Paris gives you a kitchen stocked however you choose, a living space large enough to host a dinner for fellow tennis fans, and the kind of address that feels like a natural part of the city rather than a temporary bed.
For guests looking to extend their stay beyond the tournament, the 16th connects easily to the rest of Paris. Saint-Germain-des-Prés is twenty minutes by Metro. The Marais is thirty. Montmartre is easily reached via Line 2. You lose nothing in terms of access to the wider city.
Browse our curated luxury apartments in Paris and filter by arrondissement to find the right base for your Roland Garros stay.---
What to Look for in a Roland Garros Apartment
Not every luxury apartment is equally suited to a tournament stay. Here is what matters most.
Space and Comfort After Long Days
A full day at Roland Garros, particularly during the first week when matches stack up across all courts, is physically tiring. A sofa worth sitting on, a bedroom that is genuinely quiet, and a shower with proper pressure matter more than they might on a shorter city break.A Working Kitchen
Tickets to Roland Garros are an investment. Eating every meal at a restaurant adds up quickly. A kitchen lets you manage the rhythm of your days on your own terms, whether that means a simple breakfast before an early session or a proper meal after a night match.Reliable Connectivity
Following draws, checking scores for other courts, and streaming matches you missed all require solid Wi-Fi. Aircube apartments come with high-quality connectivity as standard.A Concierge Who Knows the Neighbourhood
Knowing where to find the best croissant near Michel-Ange Auteuil, which wine shop stocks a good Burgundy without the tourist markup, or how to book a table at a restaurant that locals actually use: this is the kind of knowledge a hotel concierge rarely has for a residential quartier. Aircube's team is based in Paris and genuinely knows these streets.---
Best For
Tennis fans attending multiple sessions: The proximity of the Auteuil addresses means you can return to the apartment between matches, rest, and head back out. No long commutes, no waiting in hotel lobbies. Couples combining sport and culture: The 16th offers Marmottan Monet, the Trocadéro, the Palais de Tokyo, and easy access to Saint-Germain. One partner can spend a morning at the Impressionists while the other watches the early rounds. Small groups of four to six: A luxury apartment in the 16th comfortably sleeps a group, keeps costs per person lower than equivalent hotel rooms, and gives everyone a shared base that feels genuinely Parisian. First-time visitors to Paris using Roland Garros as the anchor: The 16th is a wonderful introduction to residential Paris. Quiet enough to decompress, connected enough to explore everything else. Guests who book direct for the best value: Aircube operates on a direct-booking model, which means no platform fees and the flexibility to communicate directly with the team about your specific needs for a tournament stay.---
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the 16th arrondissement from Roland Garros?
The Auteuil area of the 16th arrondissement is the closest residential neighbourhood to Stade Roland Garros. Walking time from most Auteuil addresses to the main entrance at Porte d'Auteuil is between ten and fifteen minutes. Metro Line 10 (Michel-Ange Auteuil station) provides a direct one-stop connection from slightly further into the arrondissement.Is it worth staying in a luxury apartment rather than a hotel for Roland Garros?
For stays of three nights or more, a luxury apartment almost always offers better value and a more comfortable experience. You gain significantly more space, a kitchen, and a genuine neighbourhood feel. During Roland Garros, when hotels in the 16th are in very high demand, apartments also tend to offer more availability at a comparable price per night.When should I book an apartment for Roland Garros 2025?
Roland Garros 2025 takes place from 25 May to 8 June. Apartments in the 16th and surrounding arrondissements book out early, often by January or February for prime tournament weeks. We recommend booking as soon as your ticket dates are confirmed.Can Aircube help with ticket recommendations or restaurant bookings?
Aircube's Paris-based team can offer guidance on neighbourhood restaurants, local services, and practical tips for navigating the tournament. For tickets themselves, the official Roland Garros site (fft.fr) is the primary and most reliable source.What is the cancellation policy for Aircube apartments?
Cancellation terms vary by apartment and booking period. Because Roland Garros dates attract high demand, many properties apply a stricter cancellation window during tournament weeks. Full terms are presented clearly at the time of booking, and the Aircube team is always available to discuss options directly.---
Paris during Roland Garros is one of those combinations that travel writers reach for superlatives to describe. The clay, the city, the long May and June evenings. A luxury apartment in the 16th puts you at the centre of it, without the noise, the queues, or the sense of passing through. It puts you, genuinely, inside it.
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