The Hôtel Mercure Paris La Defense 5 is a modern, striking circular building in the business district of La Defense, 10 kilometres from the centre of Paris.

The 515 guestrooms, over 12 floors, have light, neutral décor, bright fabrics and modern furnishings. All offer satellite television with Internet access and pay movies, wireless Internet access (surcharge), telephones, air conditioning, safes, iron/ironing boards and housekeeping. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

The hotel's Le Bistrot de l'Echanson serves modern French cuisine and features stylish, contemporary décor and furnishings. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can offer currency exchange, and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. The hotel runs a free shuttle bus to the nearest metro station, and air conditioned public areas of the hotel offer wireless Internet access. Practical amenities include meeting rooms and a parking garage. The hotel is well placed for exploring the surrounding area; the Champs Élysées is six kilometres away, and the Eiffel Tower is eight kilometres away. The nearest metro station, La Defense Grande Arche, is 1.5 kilometres from the hotel.

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 35 kilometres away, an approximate driving time of 40 minutes.