Le Pavillon de la Reine and Spa

A delightful haven, hidden behind a discreet entrance, on Place des Vosges, Hotel Pavillon de la Reine is a secret world away from the bustle of the city. This impressive 17th-century residence, clad in greenery, faces a beautifully manicured garden and has a pretty flower-filled courtyard, a relaxing lounge and recently opened spa.

Each of the hotel’s 54 rooms and suites are individually decorated in warm colours with plush fabrics and period furniture. There is a succinctly cosy atmosphere with vases of flowers and bowls of fruit in the rooms and a welcoming fire in the lounge during the winter months.

Step out of the Hotel Pavillon de la Reine and you are in the heart of the Marais district. Stroll under the arcades in Place des Vosges and discover the numerous art galleries and restaurants. Visit the Victor Hugo Museum then, head to the nearby Picasso Museum.

On entering the hotel, one can feel its sense of history. The objets d'art are antique and the paintings original, some centuries old. Many of the 56 bedrooms and suites still expose their ancient beams and some have four-poster beds. Heritage and present-day comforts are cleverly interwoven. The furnishings are designed with typical French flair and the facilities are right up-to-date with five-star amenities.