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The Lalique Suite bathroom

RELAX For a dose of R&R, guests can visit the Wellness Suite by Olivier Lecocq. A petite sanctuary by an esteemed French wellness expert, the space o ff ers an authentic experience inspired by the natural products of Unique Elixir Paris. DINE Recognized for the fi nesse of his technique and his extreme creativity, Akira Back celebrates modern Japanese cuisine with international in fl uence.His style is audacious and he shakes up the codes of fi ne cuisine. With his fi rst European restaurant, the world can discover him and his signature dishes: tuna pizza or miso black cod with sake emulsion. In 2023, Prince de Galles inaugurated its new restaurant with chef Norbert Tarayre, 19.20. The chef works with exceptional products to create simple and tasteful dishes, paying homage to French bistronomy. Pastry chef Hélène Kerloeguen showcases traditional French desserts with a twist, served on a fun retro trolley.

exalted by the daylight in a game of hues and contrasts. This suite embodies the values that unite Prince de Galles and Maison Lalique in their mutual quest for excellence and their respect for tradition. In the dining room and the lounge, the spirit of Paris is everywhere — guests enjoy an uninterrupted view of the Sacré-Coeur while dining, as panels depicting women from 1928 take them on an extraordinary journey. The bedroom is surrounded by an imposing backdrop of courtyard panels. Fine, invisible droplets emerge from the smooth, clear and matt crystal, enhancing the Masque de Femme lamps on the bedside tables and headboard. This now iconic motif, dating from 1935, reveals all the fascination that its imaginative creator, René Lalique, held for women and nature. The bathroom is entirely decorated in Grigio Carnico marble, displaying down to the last detail the designer’s unique vision of Lalique. But the ultimate feature of this outstanding suite is the free-standing bathtub with a view of the Ei ff el Tower through the patio doors.

PRINCE DE GALLES, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL PARIS Since its inauguration in 1929, Prince de Galles, Paris has excelled as a symbol of sophistication and grace — its Art Deco design and glorious past granting it an outstanding reputation. With a motto of ‘ IchDien ’ (I serve), Prince de Galles provides the highest level of personalized and attentive service to all its guests. The grand hotel serves as a Parisian residence for discerning travelers who seek an elegant environment in one of the city’s most desirable quarters. CONTACT reservation.princedegalles@luxurycollection.com, +33 015 323 7848, marriott.com Proudly launched in 2019 for the hotel’s 90th anniversary, the Lalique Suite was designed by Patrick Hellmann and iconic French crystal glass manufacturer Maison Lalique. Nestled on the eighth fl oor of Prince de Galles, the Lalique Suite covers 1,938 sq ft and o ff ers a modern take on the hotel’s Art Deco lines which are the very symbol of glamorous celebrations à la française. Black and gold glass trompe l’oeil features, Macassar wood, ebony lacquer and other noble materials take pride of place, STAY Lalique Suite Size 1,938 sq ft, 1,000 sq ft of terrace Nightly rate from $18,000

The Lalique Suite

Photo ERIC LAIGNEL