Melia Hotels International To Open New Paris Hotel in March, 2015
Leading International Company Opens the City's Largest Four Star Hotel in Ten Years
Palma de Mallorca, Spain - February 23, 2015 - Meliá Hotels International announced today the opening of its newest lifestyle hotel in the heart of Paris' vibrant business district this March. With spectacular panoramic views of the city and its key landmarks, Meliá Paris La Defense will be the French capital's largest four star hotel to open in ten years.
Created by Vasconi Architects in partnership with renowned French interior designer Jean-Phillipe Nuel, whose work includes the high-profile revamp of Paris' iconic Molitor Swimming Pool, Meliá Paris La Defense has been uniquely designed in the shape of the sail of a boat.
The new property boasts 369 guest rooms, including 29 suites, distributed across 18 floors. Each room features superior-quality linens, an en-suite bathroom with a rain shower and premium amenities, and a flat-screen satellite television.
Restaurants & Bars:
Located on the 19th floor and set against the city's magnificent backdrop, the Skyline Paris Lounge & Bar provides an extensive cocktail list, tapas and appetizers, as well as live music and DJs. The hotel also has two restaurants:
Le Miroir restaurant, offering an impressive view of the Esplanade water mirror fountain and Greek artist Takis' 'Bright Trees' installation, with an authentic menu featuring a delicate fusion of Spanish tradition and international cuisines.
The Place lobby bar & lounge, set on the ground floor of the hotel, is a casual restaurant and deli complete with an outdoor terrace where guests and local business people can eat in or takeout food.
THE LEVEL:
Meliá Paris La Defense offers Melia Hotels and Resorts signature service, THE LEVEL, with a private lounge that includes express check-in. As part of the membership, guests can enjoy a full buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails.
Meetings and Events: The hotel also provides the ideal atmosphere for meetings and events with over 2,775 square feet of flexible event space and eight conference rooms, which can accommodate up to 400 people. Each meeting room offers Wi-Fi and high-tech audio-visual equipment in a luxurious setting.
Fitness Center:
Also included is a 24 hour onsite fitness center located on the 19th floor, allowing guests to work out while simultaneously enjoying spectacular views of the city.
Rates at Meliá Paris La Defense start at $205 per room. For more information, please visit www.melia.com.
About Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Meliá Hotels & Resorts brand is the Group's city and resort hotels brand that combine a mixture of stunning yet functional facilities within preferred business and leisure destinations, such as Meliá Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, Meliá Jardim Europa - Sao Paolo, Meliá Caribe Tropical - Dominican Republic, Meliá Barcelona - Spain, Melià Vendome - Paris, Melià Whitehouse - London and Meliá Zanzibar - Tanzania. The brand is designed to offer the five senses a fresh and innovative experience through igniting the Spanish tradition of excellence in hospitality. All hotels pay close attention to sensory design coupled with fresh and welcoming decorations, balancing aesthetics and design functionality. Meliá hotels feature a VIP experience called “The Level” that offers a private lounge with open bar, exclusive room accommodations, special in room amenities and the finest service. www.melia-hotels.com
About Meliá Hotels International
Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International is one of the largest hotel companies worldwide as well as the absolute leader within the Spanish market. At present, it operates and distributes more than 365 hotels throughout 40 countries and 4 continents under the brands: Gran Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus Resorts, ME by Meliá, Innside by Meliá, Tryp by Wyndham and Sol Hoteles. The strategic focus on international growth has allowed Meliá Hotels International to be the first Spanish hotel company with presence in key markets such as China, the Arabian Gulf or the US, as well as maintaining its leadership in traditional markets such as Europe, Latin America or the Caribbean. Its high degree of globalization, a diversified business model, the consistent growth plan supported by strategic alliances with major investors and its commitment to responsible tourism are the major strengths of Meliá Hotels International, being the Spanish Hotel leader in Corporate Reputation (Merco 2013). www.melia.com
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