La Belle Juliette

The Scene

Established in the charming and sought-after Saint-Germain-des-Pres on Paris' rive gauche (left bank), La Belle Juliette is tucked away on the quiet Rue du Cherche-Midi. The chic Bon Marche department store and the charming Saint-Sulpice church are just a short walk away, so you're never far from the most scenic sights and experiences in Paris.

The Concept

La Belle Juliette could be thought of as a biography hotel as each of its four floors is dedicated to a passion of Mrs. Recamier. The first floor pays homage to socialite and Juliette's dearest friend Mademoiselle de Stael, while the second floor gets its inspiration from one of her most beloved destinations---Italy. The last two floors are dedicated to the private social gatherings (salons) the young woman used to hold throughout Paris and to a man who, according to the hotel, was her greatest love: Rene Chateaubriand, the literary figure most notably known as the father of French Romanticism.

The Look

In fact, romance may just be the single best word to define La Belle Juliette with its cozy interiors, luscious fabrics, attention to detail and overall love-affair attitude. Not surprisingly, the hotel was conceived by French designer Anne Gelbard, who has also collaborated with Dior and Hermes, among others. Inside La Belle Juliette, one might actually wonder---even if just for a brief moment---if Gelbard didn't also have another célèbre Juliette (hint: Romeo) in mind when designing this hotel. La Belle Juliette is also home to Bar Le Talma, which serves Italian-style tapas, and a tout petit (but welcoming) Spa---a pretty impressive distinction for such a quaint hotel in the center of Paris.

In Short

The legacy and romantic mystique of Juliette Recamier is beautifully recreated in La Belle Juliette in every detail. The hotel is the perfect backdrop to craft your own love story---be it with Paris or a loved one.