Hôtel Hana | Laura Gonzalez

Hana is Japanese for “flower”. It also means “compliment” in Arabic. And now, it stands for “bliss” in French. In this neighbourhood known as Little Tokyo, the dialogue developed here by architect Laura Gonzalez – a fusion of early 20th century Belle Epoque maximalism with Japanese minimalism – makes this hotel a perfectly Parisian establishment. And yet, the muted atmosphere maintained by clean lines and traditionally inspired furniture (custom-made for the hotel), from public areas to guest rooms, envelops visitors in an instant change of scene that is great for helping tired or hurried travellers relax and unwind. One step over the threshold, and the roar of modern life comes to a halt… Then, guests can gain a new perspective, at their leisure, from gorgeous terraces that offer unbeatable views of the city’s rooftops. All while reminding themselves they’re really in Paris.