What it is

A sceney new 72-room respite designed by Peter Marino, with a Dior spa, 98-foot-long pool, and foodie mecca restaurant overlooking the Eiffel Tower.

What it isn't

Hemmed in—rooms have balconies, separate dressing rooms and hammam showers in the bath.

What we think

Even in a city of aesthetes like Paris, it’s still possible to turn heads: Cheval Blanc proves it. Here, ginormous guest rooms are fitted with artisanally-made custom furniture, art that’s worthy of the Pompidou, and subtle nods to Art Deco in everything from the wallcoverings to the sculptural seating. (Bespoke toiletries are just as brilliantly conceived, scented by Francois Demachy, a perfumier for Maison Dior). Would you expect anything less from architect Peter Marino—who famously designed shopping meccas for Barneys, Calvin Klein, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton? Don’t miss a treatment or two in the Dior spa, where the pool is adorned with mosaics by Michael Mayer.

You're here because

They hired three Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Donckele to helm their restaurant, and you’re #alwayshungry.

The Moment

Tonight, as a purply pink twilight was settling over the Seine, staffers planned an al fresco wine tasting. Making it even more delicious? Knowing you can do it again tomorrow.

Restaurants & Bars

Le Tout-Paris - brasserie fused with a cocktail bar

Langosteria - Italian inspired fine-dining

Limbar - pâtisserie by day and cocktail bar by night

Plénitude - an intimate gastronomic restaurant by Chef Arnaud Donckele

Location

The heart of Paris, directly in front of Pont-Neuf (the circa 1607 bridge on the Seine). The central locale means getting here is a breeze—just 30 minutes from Orly airport and 45 from Roissy - Charles de Gaulle.