Maison Barrière Vendôme Paris Resort Assessment

It took me two laps across the block to seek out Maison Barrière Vendôme’s discreet entrance, hidden beside the Off-White flagship retailer on the nook of Rue du Mont Thabor and Rue de Castiglione in Paris’s first arrondissement. There was no doorman out entrance, nor a grand marquee; only a easy gold plaque and sliding glass doorways that opened into a comfortable, hushed foyer washed in inexperienced and gold. Stepping in, I used to be greeted with a refrain of bonjour and handed a heat, bergamot-scented hand towel as employees whisked my baggage upstairs.

From the second I arrived, I discovered Maison Barrière Vendôme, which was simply named to T+L’s 2025 It Listing as the most effective new accommodations on the planet, exceptional in its intimacy. Having stayed at a number of neighboring accommodations—the kind with grand marble lobbies and uniformed employees nodding from each nook—I instantly felt a way of privateness that made me really feel really at residence.

Tucked a block away from the Tuileries Gardens and Place Vendôme, this new resort from Groupe Barrière (of Fouquet’s Paris and New York fame) opened in January 2025 and nonetheless appears like an insider secret. The restored Nineteenth-century mansion is a haven, devoted to femininity and French craftsmanship, with every of its 26 rooms designed in homage to a legendary girl.

For my séjour, I holed up within the Simone Signoret suite, which overlooks the stylish Rue de Castiglione and its grand arcades; it was like having my very own petit pied-à-terre, curated by designer Daniel Jibert with the beloved Oscar-winning French actress and activist in thoughts. A burlap mural of a forest and a headboard upholstered in an equally enchanting material appeared a nod to Signoret’s position within the 1956 film “Dying within the Backyard,” whereas the remainder of the decor danced between a house and a resort. I used to be grateful for the sensible options, equivalent to a writing desk and wine fridge, within the spacious residing space, in addition to the luxe touches, together with a pillow menu and souvenir-worthy toiletries from French magnificence model Officine Universelle Buly.

The postcard-perfect view from my suite stretched throughout Haussmanian residences and all the best way out to Montmartre, The resort’s location is enviable, to say the least; it’s proper within the coronary heart of town’s most trendy quartier, surrounded by designer boutiques, manicured gardens, and museums just like the Louvre and the d’Orsay.

On my final night time, whereas I used to be in a taxi heading again to the resort from dinner, I requested my driver to let me out a bit early. He pulled as much as Place Vendôme, and I crossed the empty sq. on foot, in complete awe. Across the nook, I ducked again by way of the sliding doorways, slid into a luxurious bathrobe, bid Signoret bonne nuit, and promptly tucked myself into mattress. It was midnight in Paris and each bit as cinematic as you’d hope.

Right here, all the pieces you might want to find out about Maison Barrière Vendôme. 

The Rooms

Whether or not you’re searching for a comfortable cocoon overlooking Rue de Castiglione or a nook condominium with views of the Tuileries, you’ll discover a area to fit your wants among the many 9 room classes on provide right here.

The resort has 26 visitor rooms, starting from a comfortable cocoon overlooking Rue de Castiglione to a nook condominium with views of the Tuileries, unfold throughout seven flooring and 9 classes.

An intimate attic room—named for Marguerite Yourcenar, a Belgian-French novelist and the primary girl ever elected to the Académie Française—provides a 194-square-foot perch above Paris. Courtyard rooms begin at 258 sq. toes, whereas the highest flooring home sweeping residences, together with the sprawling George Sand suite, a 1,205-square-foot condominium with two bedrooms, a fire, and a balcony overlooking the Eiffel Tower.

I stayed in one of many Castiglione suites, a 124-square-foot area full with a lounge and small eating space. The residences are all outfitted with full-service kitchens and wine fridges. Most significantly, the rooms are extremely quiet, due to well-insulated home windows and partitions.

French inside designer Daniel Jibert crafted every of the 26 rooms as a homage to a pioneering girl, equivalent to Josephine Baker, Maria Callas, and Nina Simone, incorporating delicate materials, hand-me-down objets d’artwork, and kooky murals to channel their spirit.

The standout design component is the bespoke Pierre Frey headboard in every bed room, a masterpiece of French craftsmanship. The murals from Atelier de Ricou are additionally putting, alongside elegant Lalique sconces, restored wood beams, and glamorous Declercq curtains.

Meals and Drink

Frida, the resort’s bar and restaurant, is unfold throughout an indoor area and a veranda, providing a vibrant tribute to its namesake, artist Frida Kahlo. The darkish, low-slung ceiling creates an intimate, seductive bar space, the place Murano glass lighting fixtures by designer Aristide Najean solid a moody glow over the geometrically-printed sales space and sculptural bar area.

Outdoors, the glass and metal pavilion is located on a grassy patch, resembling a secret backyard, tucked into the middle of the resort. The Mexican-inspired menu is a welcome respite from the traditional French fare that dominates the world; right here, you’ll discover trend and artwork trade of us eating on tiny tacos and guacamole, and sipping jalapeno-infused margaritas.

Breakfast can also be served on this area, that includes a decadent buffet with croissants from famed pastry chef Christophe Adam, the founding father of L’Éclair de Génie bakeries, who helms all patisserie for Groupe Barrière. I’d extremely suggest indulging in room service for breakfast, only for the spectacle of gleaming silver platters and trays piled excessive with jams and spreads in your non-public abode.  

The Spa

A health room and a subterranean spa with vaulted remedy rooms, a chilly plunge pool, and a hammam are set to open by summer season 2025.

For now, the pearlescent in-room showers and bathtubs provide an elegant place to unwind, perfumed by the heavenly Officine Universelle Buly merchandise.

Household-friendly Choices

The resort welcomes youngsters of all ages, however it’s positively geared in the direction of adults. From the fragile decor to the delicate menu at Frida and total hushed ambiance, Maison Barrière Vendôme is just not a spot the place little ones can roam free, and there aren’t any kid-focused choices or applications accessible. That being mentioned, the employees is extremely heat towards kids; throughout my go to, I watched as a younger boy tore across the foyer on a ride-on suitcase, and the employees cheerfully commented on how cool his baggage was.

There’s additionally the choice so as to add a bed room to the Castiglione Suites, making a two-bedroom area for households or teams of mates. Just like different Barrière accommodations, Maison Barrière Vendôme’s in-the-know concierge can put collectively a family-friendly itinerary that can assist you take advantage of your keep. 

Accessibility and Sustainability 

Most visitor rooms are accessible by a singular central elevator, as is the restaurant. Nonetheless, solely Frida and two of the courtyard rooms are billed as accessible to these with decreased mobility.

Whereas the resort doesn’t make some extent of sharing its sustainability efforts, Groupe Barrière is working to get rid of single-use plastics and substitute them with recycled supplies. For instance, the Officine Universelle Buly toiletries within the bogs are primarily packaged in aluminum.

Location

Smack within the heart of the primary arrondissement, this resort couldn’t be nearer to town’s designer boutiques and luxurious jewelers, which stretch out alongside the postcard-perfect expanse of Rue Saint-Honoré and encircle neighboring Place Vendôme.

Past the potential for retail remedy, you’re nicely positioned for cultural stimulation as nicely, with the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and the Pinault Assortment inside simple strolling distance. Whereas within the space, charming Galerie Vivienne is additionally a must-visit. In the meantime, the Tuileries Gardens are simply down the block, together with the Palais-Royal Backyard is true across the nook.

How you can get essentially the most worth out of your keep

Maison Barrière Vendôme is a part of Groupe Barrière’s Infiniment Barrière loyalty program, the place members get 5 % off on sure charges and entry to particular provides. Additionally, regulate the resort’s web site to snag potential offers, equivalent to their opening provide of complimentary breakfast and a €100 restaurant credit score throughout your keep.

Nightly charges at Maison Barrière Vendôme begin from €650.

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