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The Hotel d'Arvers is a mansion built in the 17th century on the Île Saint-Louis, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris. Located at the 12 quai d'Orléans, it is distinguished by its typical architecture of this period and its emblematic location on the south shore of the island. The building is known for its balcony, registered as historic monuments in 1926, which bears witness to the Parisian architectural heritage of the time.

The hotel owes its name to the poet and playwright Felix Arvers (1806-1850), who was born there. This historic link is commemorated by a bronze plaque affixed in 1906, on the occasion of the centenary of his birth, at the corner of Budé Street. The building was also the scene of a tragic event in 1930 when the concierge was murdered by his wife. These elements give the hotel a cultural and anecdotal dimension in Parisian history.

In practical terms, the Hotel d'Arvers is served by metro line 7, at Pont Marie station, which makes it easy to access. Although only the balcony is protected as historical monuments, the entire building illustrates the prestige of the private hotels on Île Saint-Louis, a historic and residential area of the capital. Available sources, such as Wikipedia and Monumentum, highlight its heritage importance and its anchoring in the Parisian landscape.

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