Falling in Love Somewhere Else: Our Most Beautiful Romantic Hotels in Europe
PLUME A Trip for Two Secret castles, Italian palazzos, five-star lakeside hotels, or rooms perched above the water… Europe is home to hotels where the setting seems to have been designed for two. Intimate and sensual retreats where you can get away from it all, slow down, dine by candlelight, watch the sunset, and, above all, rediscover the joy of being […]
See life through rose-colored glasses at the Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel
Stéphane Durand and Plume Opened in the spring of 2023, this boutique hotel quickly established itself as one of the leading establishments on the French Riviera, thanks both to the minimalist decor of its 35 rooms and its beach-inspired cuisine by Assaf Granit. Dressed entirely in pink, the Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel draws inspiration from Miami. Is this a tribute to […]
Crillon le Brave: a 5-star village-hotel in the heart of Provence
By Stéphane Durand. The unique charm of a stunning village-hotel Located 40 kilometers from Avignon, at the foot of Mont Ventoux, the Hôtel Crillon le Brave exudes quiet luxury in a picture-perfect setting. This 5-star “village-hotel,” comprising nine historic houses connected by the narrow streets of a preserved hamlet, perfectly embodies the philosophy of Maisons Pariente: to offer […]
Passalacqua on Lake Como: the jewel of Lake Como
Text by Stéphane Durand—Photos by Capucine Plume. Within the hushed walls of Villa Passalacqua, amid frescoes, taffeta, precious marble, and echoes of Maestro Bellini’s piano melodies, Italy reveals its most beautiful side here on the shores of Lake Como. Voted the best hotel in the world, this 18th-century residence, restored with almost devotional care, offers lovers […]
Pieve Alde: If Only Tuscany Could Tell Its Story
Halfway between Florence and Siena, in the heart of the Chianti region, Pieve Aldina embodies the soul of Tuscany at its most poetic. Set in the hills above Radda, this former summer residence of the bishops of Siena has been transformed by Fontenille Collection. The Italian art of living according to Fontenille Passing through the large stone porch, one discovers a [...]
Weekend in Rome: Six Senses Rome—the elegance of modern classicism
Since 2023, the legendary Via del Corso has been home to a hotel that embodies quintessentially Roman charm and sophistication: the Six Senses Rome, housed in the former 15th-century Palazzo Salviati Cesi Mellini. Contemporary charm near the Trevi Fountain—this is a must-visit destination in Rome. Located in the heart of the historic center, just a few steps from the […]
Weekend in Rome: The Hotel Palazzo Talia Takes Center Stage
A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Palazzo Talìa occupies a 16th-century building that once housed the Collegio Nazareno. A masterly ode to the cinema of Fellini, Visconti and Pasolini. These legendary names will forever reside in the collective memory of the seventh art. And while the glory days of Cinecittà may be over, Italian cinema is still [...].
A Weekend in Rome: The Bulgari Roma Hotel, an Italian Gem
Located at the prestigious number 10 on Piazza Augusto Imperatore, the Bulgari Hotel Roma is situated in the Campo Marzio neighborhood, just a few steps from the famous jeweler’s boutique on Via Condotti. An incredible 20-meter-long swimming pool. Spanning seven floors, this prestigious hotel—with 114 guest rooms and 48 suites—was established […]
A Weekend in Rome: The Hotel de Russie, Italian Charm
Between the famous Piazza di Spagna and Piazza del Popolo stands the Hotel de Russie, a flagship establishment with 122 rooms, a jewel in the crown of Italian hospitality, which Jean Cocteau liked to describe as "paradise on earth." A Garden of Eden in Rome." Treat yourself to a little piece of this Garden of Eden by joining chef Fulvio Pierangelini in [...]
A Weekend in Rome: The Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Hotel Makes a Grand Impression
The largest luxury hotel in the Italian capital, L'Anantara Palazzo Naiadi impresses with its crescent-shaped architecture enveloping the famous Piazza della Repubblica. Grandeur and luxury The entrance hall, with its splendid columns and marble, is a sight to behold. The neoclassical style of the hotel's 232 rooms [...]
Luxury and romance: 5 dream hotels by the lake
Stéphane Durand On the shores of a lake, our best addresses for (re)falling in love Want to rekindle the flame or experience a tête-à-tête suspended in time? These 5 addresses have the gift of transforming a simple weekend into an enchanted interlude. Bucolic and full of charm, these 5 romantic hotels are the perfect destinations for a romantic getaway.
The Rosewood Schloss Fuschl: a romantic hotel in the land of Empress Sissi
A limpid blue lake, a castle out of an imperial dream and peace and quiet as the only absolute luxury. At Rosewood Schloss Fuschl, Austria blossoms in delicacy and majesty. Nestled between forest and crystal-clear waters, Sissi's former hideaway has been reborn as a contemporary palace, Falling in love all over again in a castle in Austria Who hasn't dreamed of playing the untamed empress [...].
Peace and beauty at the Mandarin Oriental Lago di Como
A floating swimming pool that merges with the lake, villas set in a Garden of Eden and the shadow of a singer still hovering... At the Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como, every detail is designed to celebrate beauty. A hotel for falling in love all over again on Lake Como Imagine an immense 40-metre-long swimming pool floating on the shore [...].
Relais & Châteaux: our five dream perched hotels
Between Alpine panoramas and steep Mediterranean slopes, the finest Relais & Châteaux are not afraid to take to the skies to offer breathtaking views. Whether nestled in the mountains or overlooking dizzying cliffs, discover these incredibly perched gems.
Château de Fiac, for a romantic weekend away
Located in the Cocagne region, Château de Fiac is a cocoon of disconnection. This majestic, romantic estate is the ideal place to spend a romantic weekend.
The Hôtel du Couvent
In Nice, in the heights of the old town, the Hôtel du Couvent created by the Perseus group offers a 5-star retreat in a former cloister.
On the shores of the Mediterranean, discover Cassis, from fjords to calanques
Between Marseille and La Ciotat, clinging to its beach and surrounded by high cliffs, the small fishing port of Cassis has preserved its Provencal character. It exudes an art of living like no other.
Florence the magnificent: Plume's address book
Florence, the cultural pearl of the Renaissance, has been distilling charm for 700 years. The city-museum surprises even those who thought they knew it well.
French flair and La Dolce Vita: a weekend at the Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese
A city of superlatives, the Italian capital reveals an enchanting dimension at every corner, where all the periods of art, beauty and culture are interwoven in tangled strata.
5 romantic weekend getaway ideas in Europe
From Rome to Brussels, Bordeaux to Strasbourg and Florence, our selection of romantic weekends in Europe to plan your next trip!
Annecy: A Weekend at the Palace de Menthon
On the shores of Lake Annecy, a veritable jewel of a hotel, the Palace de Menthon boasts 6 hectares of private parkland and a sublime spa.