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8 Rue de Navarin
75009 Paris
@hotelsamourparis
hotelamourparis.fr
+33 148 783180
Hôtel Amour
The story of the Amour family began in May 2006 with the opening of Hôtel Amour in the Pigalle district, a stone’s throw from Place St Georges and Place de Pigalle. At the time, three friends, Emmanuel Delavenne, Thierry Costes, and artist André Saraiva, discovered a private mansion in need of renovation, just a stone’s throw from rue des Martyrs. They decided to transform it into a unique and welcoming space that reflected their own style. The result is now a Parisian classic: Hôtel Amour. The hotel’s 28 rooms feature an eclectic collection of furniture, lovingly sourced over the years from antique dealers, auction houses, and flea markets. Many pieces were crafted by renowned decorators from the 1930s to 1950s. The walls are adorned with contemporary art and provocative, erotic imagery, giving the space its distinctive charm. Following the success of Hôtel Amour, the opening of a second, larger property was a natural next step. In November 2015, the trio launched Grand Amour in the 10th arrondissement, pouring their experience and creativity into this legendary space. In 2019, the Amour family opened their third hotel in the Fleurs district of Nice, just 200 metres from the iconic Negresco.
Hotel Amour is a love letter to the Paris you hope still exists.
Hotel Piscine Molitor
13 Rue Nungesser et Coli 75016 Paris
@molitorparis molitorparis.com + 33 156 070850
The stunning Art Deco building in Paris’ 16th arrondissement comes with an impressive history. In 1929, Piscine Molitor opened its doors with an unforgettable inauguration featuring the two Olympic swimmers, Aileen Riggin Soule and Johnny “Tarzan” Weissmuller. With its two breathtaking swimming pools, the venue quickly became a magnet for Paris’ young it-crowd and fashionable celebrities. Right up until the 1980s, Piscine Molitor was one of the city’s hottest municipal pools, hosting everything from fashion shows and gala dinners to lavish pool parties.
In 1989, Molitor closed its doors, but it didn’t stay quiet for long. Soon after, graffiti artists and ravers moved in, transforming the spectacular architectural space into a playground for street art and underground culture. In 2001, the rave collective Heretik held a massive party with over 5,000 attendees, solidifying Piscine Molitor’s reputation as a hub for alternative art and music.
In 2014, after a huge refurbishment led by renowned French architect and designer Jean-Philippe Nuel, the building complex reopened as a modern boutique- and wellness hotel with 117 rooms and suites. While the venue now boasts modern upgrades like a 1,600 m² spa and an exclusive rooftop terrace, the building’s iconic mustard-yellow façade remains untouched. The indoor and outdoor pools continues to be the heart of the hotel. Inside, the mix of contemporary design and Art Deco-inspired details serves as a striking reminder of the building’s storied past and its cultural significance.
23 Rue Villa Riberolle 75020 Paris
@amagat_paris
amagatparis.fr +33 619 377131
Amagat
At the bottom of Père-Lachaise Cemetery, where Belleville fades into Charonne, lies this treasure of a restaurant. Amagat is the kind of place you almost want to keep secret, a neighbourhood favourite disguised as a Catalan tavern. It’s also one of my personal favourites.
Amagat combines French cuisine with Spanish tapas and Catalan wines. The chef has created a menu inspired by the flavors of his homeland. He blends classic dishes, such as bomba de Barceloneta and tortilla from his childhood, with more creative and inspired options, always staying true to the Catalan spirit. The choice of ingredients is also a central focus, with an emphasis on quality above all.
No reservations, no pretence, just very good food done very, very right.
Neighbourhoods
39 Rue des Petites Écuries
75010 Paris
@deviantgram
deviant.paris
+33 140 00 21 24
Déviant
Déviant is Vivant 2’s naughty little brother, a cave out back with no bookings, only standing space, and an ironic misfit’s approach to small plates and natural wine. Maybe you’ve heard of Vivant, a hotspot among cool Parisians from day one. Well, the talented chef Pierre Touitou has done it again with Déviant, one of the trendiest bars in Paris, on Rue des Petites Écuries in the 10th arrondissement.
Every evening, the show begins as the iron curtain rises, unveiling a striking black-and-white marble bar, completely open to the street. The simple stage is set: no walls, no doors, no tables. Just a lively crowd spilling onto the pavement, sipping natural wine, laughing, and sharing small plates on sleek countertops. Obviously, the wines are all organic.
Merci has rewritten the rulebook on concept stores, and framed it beautifully.
Thanx God I’m a
12 Rue de Lancry 75010 Paris
@thanxgodimavip
thanxgod.com
+33 142 030209
The first thing that catches the eye is the name, Thanx God I’m a VIP. A playful nod to owner Sylvie Chateigner’s past life as a doorwoman in ’90s Paris, where she was endlessly bombarded with people insisting on their VIP status. In 1994 she opened her first boutique with high fashion and sometimes wild parties, quickly drawing in the city’s creative crowd. The shop eventually closed in 1998, but her love for vintage never faded.
A decade later Thanx God I’m a VIP made its grand return. This time, Chateigner, alongside her partner Amnaye Nhas, set up shop in the 10th arrondissement, tucked away on a quiet side street near République.
Inside is every vintage lover’s dream. Everything is sorted by colour, turning the space into a visual feast of deep emerald greens, royal blues, buttery caramels, and classic Parisian blacks. The racks are filled with gems from Prada, Chanel, Hermès, Burberry, Thierry Mugler, and Lacroix, curated with an eye for pieces that feel just as relevant today as when they first hit the runway.
And it doesn’t stop at one shop. Thanx God I’m a VIP has expanded into three boutiques on Rue de Lancry, one dedicated to womenswear, another for menswear, and a third for homewares and children’s pieces.
Amelie du Chalard Gallery
18 Rue Séguier
75006 Paris
@amelieduchalard amelieduchalard.com
+33 756 879068
Amelie du Chalard Gallery is housed in an 18th-century townhouse at 18 Rue Séguier, located between the Latin Quarter and Île de la Cité. Infused with a love of art and emotion, this exceptional 350m² space reflects the vision of gallery owner Amélie du Chalard.
Whether emerging or already represented in prestigious collections, Amélie du Chalard supports each artist whose common thread is their talent and the rare artistic methods that reveal the quality of their approach.
In 2015, Amélie du Chalard reimagined the traditional format of the contemporary art gallery. Visionary in her approach, she combined a commercial website with a house of art, where works adorn every wall. Close relationships with leading artists, as well as emerging talents, have allowed Amélie du Chalard to create an ecosystem around abstraction, comprising 200 artists who use diverse artistic genres: painting, sculpture, works on paper, photography, art objects, monumental installations, and site-specific works.
Stylish, vibrant, and full of history. From grand boulevards and iconic monuments to cool neighbourhoods and cultural moments, Paris has it all. The City of Light is deeply rooted in tradition yet constantly reinventing itself. That’s the thing about Paris, you’re never really done.
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