When Chapitre Six brings the Bus Palladium back to life, the legend of Parisian nightlife
by Geagea. Paris has never really forgotten the Bus Palladium. Since 1965, the legendary Pigalle club has been the heartbeat of the nightlife scene, bringing together different generations, styles, and social classes on the same dance floor: a place of absolute freedom, where music, partying, and daring spirit pulsed all night long. Its closure in […]
With the arrival of warmer weather, PAD Paris returns to the Tuileries
by Geagea PAD Paris, a French cultural institution Located in the Tuileries Garden, PAD Paris is a landmark event in the history of French decorative arts. Founded in 1998 by Patrick Perrin, it established design as a collectible discipline and elevated it to the same status as art. A position that seems obvious today, but which, in its early days, […]
Arthur Rimbaud Literary Hotel, in Paris
It needed a train station, a starting point, a city swept up in the turmoil and the call of the open sea. So it was only natural that the Société des Hôtels Littéraires chose to pay tribute to Arthur Rimbaud just a stone’s throw from the Gare de l’Est. When poetry calls for a break from the journey An address found on Rue Gustave-Goublier, […]
Le Swann, a literary hotel in Paris inspired by Marcel Proust
Some hotels tell the story of a city; others, of an era. The Swann tells the story of a work of art: that of Marcel Proust. Rediscover lost time alongside Marcel Proust. It is located in the historically Proustian neighborhood of Plaine Monceau and Saint-Augustin, within a 19th-century Haussmann-style building. Awarded at the 1898 World’s Fair, this building […]
Sophie Calle celebrates the unfinished at an intimate book signing at the Book Bar of the Hôtel Grand Amour
by Geagea. To mark the publication of *L’Inachevé*, Sophie Calle sheds light on what the creative process usually leaves in the shadows: interrupted projects, abandoned avenues, and ideas left hanging. Presented during an intimate book signing at the BookBar of the Hôtel Grand Amour, this collection explores the unfinished not as a deficiency, but as a form of artistic accomplishment. The unfinished […]
La Compagnie Saint Germain, the wine bar in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
New decor and a new name for La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels, renamed La Compagnie Saint Germain. The new decor, designed by Dorothée Meilichzon, is inspired by the new La Compagnie Wine Bar in NYC, one of Experimental Group's latest openings, and adds a touch of New York flair to the Parisian venue, a favorite of connoisseurs of fine flacons, dedicated to over 800 wine references.
Hana Hotel: A Japanese Getaway in Paris
What if Paris took a trip to Japan? That was the initial idea of star interior designer Laura Gonzalez when she began working on this 26-room hotel project, located just a stone’s throw from the Paris Opera, right in the heart of the Japanese quarter. The Hana Hotel has just received the prestigious Prix de Versailles, awarded to the most beautiful hotels in […]
Hôtel de Sers Paris: The Revival of an Intimate Mansion
by Geagea. Just a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées, the Hôtel de Sers is undergoing a subtle transformation that remains true to its history: a lived-in Parisian home, rather than an impersonal five-star hotel. In this former 19th-century mansion, once the residence of Henri-Léopold Charles, Marquis de Sers, the hotel draws on its original spirit and now offers the experience of a city home […]
When Maison Lelièvre and Galerie Vauclair join forces at La Pagoda in Paris
Geagea, invited by Maison Lelièvre for Paris Déco Off, selected a rare collection of iconic pieces from the mid-19th century for a stunning display created by Edgar Payet at the Pagoda—a setting worthy of the enchanted caravans one might imagine from the time of Marco Polo: winter garden furniture […]
Plaza Tour Eiffel: a boutique hotel near the Trocadéro
By Stéphane Durand. The Plaza Tour Eiffel exudes a subtle Parisian elegance, just a short walk from the Trocadéro yet far from the hustle and bustle of tourists. Parisian hospitality This 4-star boutique hotel fits perfectly into the very chic 16th arrondissement, while embodying a family-style hospitality, far from impersonal standards. The 41 rooms and suites feature contemporary décor […]
Crazy Horse Paris: The "Totally Crazy" Show, Reimagined by Philippe Découflé
Stéphane Durand The most "crazy" show in the capital. The legendary Crazy Horse cabaret, located on Avenue George V, welcomes a distinguished guest in Philippe Découflé, the famous French choreographer, director, and dancer. He has created "Vertiges," a new scene in the show "Totally Crazy" in which six dancers adorn themselves with mystery, revealing their unique figures on [...]
Tribu Paristory: A Family-Owned Hotel Chain with a Social Mission
Stéphane Durand It all began in the 1990s with Gilles Marang, a real estate expert who fell in love with the hotel business and founded what was then called Les Grands Hôtels Parisiens. Paristory celebrates twenty-five years of independent hospitality in Paris, driven by a family history and a sensitive vision of the art of hospitality. His eldest daughter, Alexandra, joined the adventure in 2008 to manage […]
Prince de Conti Hotel: The Essence of the Left Bank in All Its Glory
The latest addition to the group, opening in fall 2025, this 23-room boutique hotel is located in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, in an elegant 17th-century building. Prince de Conti: a Parisian theater reinvented Architect Éric Allart revisits the heritage of the Grand Siècle with panache: joyful baroque, bright colors, trompe-l'œil, antique woodwork, revisited period furniture, Pierre Frey fabrics... A theatrical decor [...]
Grand Powers Paris 5-Star Hotel: History Reimagined in the Heart of the Golden Triangle
A legendary address of Parisian chic since 1920, the Grand Powers Paris was completely reinvented in 2019. Nestled in the heart of the Golden Triangle, this five-star hotel combines Haussmannian elegance with inspired modernity. Grand Powers: the power of Parisian style Interior designer Cathy Crinon has orchestrated a subtle blend of Parisian classicism, Italian audacity, and Anglo-Saxon comfort. Marble, brass, […]
Christmas at the Ritz Paris: A Giant Teddy Bear and a Culinary Extravaganza at Place Vendôme
December 2025 CHRISTMAS at the RITZ Geagea The enchanted world of the Ritz Paris comes alive for the holidays with the bear bellboy As the holidays approach, the Ritz Paris is creating its own Christmas magic with a giant bear bellboy that will be the centerpiece of a season dedicated to sweetness and fantasy. All […]
Le Grand Mazarin: The Heart of the Marais, Five-Star Style
Stéphane Durand For its first hotel in Paris, Maisons Pariente has set up shop in the heart of the Marais, a historic and vibrant neighborhood that embodies both the elegance of old Paris and the creative effervescence of today. The first Parisian hotel of the Maison Pariente tribe It is here, at the corner of Rue de la Verrerie and Rue des Archives, that […]
A touch of New York at Temple & Chapon, the restaurant at L’Experimental* Marais
Geagea The new "rendez-vous incontournable" on rue du Temple It's a Paris-New-York experience at Temple & Chapon, the restaurant in the heart of the brand-new Experimental* Marais hotel. Inspired by the classic American "Chop House" of the 50s, this Marais meeting place opened its doors in March, replacing the former Sinner, a little more [...].
Enjoy the Indian summer in Paris: 7 spots to get out into nature
Spring is just around the corner and Paris is blooming. Between tree-lined courtyards and real planted gardens, Parisian hotels offer a botanical cast of choice.
La Tribu Terlia Hospitality: Customized Hotel Management in Paris
Stéphane Durand Specializing in hotel management, Terlia Hospitality supports independent investors and owners in their projects, from acquisition to operation. The result is a portfolio of unique addresses and a commitment to creating living spaces designed for new ways of traveling and meeting. Sometimes you have to be willing to change before you reach maturity. This is [...]
At the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg, the Maison Blossom terrace is blooming once again in the heart of Paris
Geagea An oasis near the Place de la Concorde in Paris Spring invites you to try the beautiful Parisian terraces, some of which are discreet and almost hidden, offering a gourmet and soothing interlude in the heart of the capital. It's a soothing, suspended moment, in a verdant cocoon on rue Boissy d'Anglas, far from the noise of construction work that [...].
OKKO Hotels Paris Rosa Parks on the outskirts of the capital
Stéphane Durand The latest addition to the tribe near the Parc de la Villette Open since summer 2023, the latest addition to the range is located in Paris' first zerocarbon district. Located at the foot of the Rosa Parks RER station, the establishment features 129 rooms spread over six floors, as well as a 300 m² club incorporating the Italian restaurant [...].
Sensual Paris reinvented at Hôtel Boudoir des Muses
by Stephane Durand- The perfect place for a romantic weekend getaway "Closed due to indecent behavior and immorality": When Napoleon ordered the closure of this scandalous and decadent theater in 1807, he had no idea that it would inspire the creation of a luxurious four-star hotel. Converted into a new temple of hedonism, Le boudoir des muses is [...]
La Mondaine de Pariso: a Parisian nightclub with a cozy, intimate atmosphere
Stéphane Durand Parisian nightclub and boudoir atmosphere Tiger prints on the floor, leopard-print velvet seating, subdued lighting and faceted baubles rising from the ceiling: Pariso's La Mondaine restaurant pulls out all the stops to warm up our chilly evenings. Architect Daphné Desjeux has created a setting that she imagines as a fantasy [...].
In Paris, Alfie’s, the new Italian restaurant in the 1st arrondissement
Near the Tuileries, a new restaurant that takes you on a journey to Italy! The little brother of the Alfred restaurant launched in 2022, and run by the same team, Alfie's has just opened its doors in the heart of Paris, not far from the Jardin des Tuileries. Merging a cocktail bar and a transalpine osteria, the restaurant, decorated by