133-key Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel Opens in the South of France
Paris, France - January 27, 2014 - Renaissance Hotels, the hotel brand designed to help guests Live Life to Discover, announced today its newest addition in Provence. Located in the heart of the new Forum Culturel district and less than five minutes from Cours Mirabeau, the Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel offers travellers the chance to discover the very best of one of the world's most vibrant destinations.
Designed by Marseille architects Claude Sabin Nadjari and Remy Saada, the five-star hotel features striking and contemporary design and a stunning Provençal garden. Elegant and sophisticated interior design is featured throughout 133 guest rooms and suites, created by Julie Fuillet of "From Here to There" Design Studio. The theme of bespoke craft continues throughout the hotel with exclusive pieces of furniture created by French designer Christian Ghion.
Discover Unique Art
Inspiring discovery with more than 400 paintings and sculptures created exclusively for the hotel, guests have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a collection of contemporary art, curated by Isabelle Viatte of "Via Crea" agency. The extraordinary exhibit entitled "Haut La Main!" is brought to life through a special programme of events with artists, personalities and entertainers.
Gastronomic Discovery
Celebrated chef Jean-Marc Banzo offers a culinary experience in two distinct places within the hotel. Le Clos is a gourmet Mediterranean restaurant of just 40 seats with the motto, "the pleasure of the palate." The chic bistro Le Comptoir du Clos features a sun drenched terrace from which to take in stunning views of Provence. For a social occasion or RLife Live event, Renaissance Hotels' signature entertainment programme, the bar L'Avant-Scène is the place to be.
Discover Well-being with Ymalia
The YMALIA Spa at Renaissance Aix-en-Provence offers exclusive treatments by Cosmebio. Relaxation therapy is combined with the latest facial modelling techniques along with marine biotechnology innovations. The hotel also boasts an indoor swimming pool, sauna and fitness centre.
Discover Meetings & Events
The hotel features 700 square metres of meeting space within seven rooms, making it a perfect fit for all kinds of gatherings, conferences and receptions. Meeting spaces open on the "Salle des Pas Perdus" as well as on the 1,000 square metre Provencal gardens and terrace.
Renaissance Hotels is a lifestyle brand within the Marriott International global portfolio, recognized for its game changing programs including the Navigator program and RLife LIVE, one of the hospitality industry's leading entertainment platforms showcasing emerging talent in music, art and culinary in Renaissance Hotels around the world.
With the addition of Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel, the Renaissance Hotels portfolio in France will now include five exceptional hotel experiences including the Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe Hotel, Renaissance Paris Le Parc Trocadero Hotel, Renaissance Paris Vendome Hotel and the Renaissance Paris La Defense Hotel.
About Renaissance Hotels
Renaissance Hotels encourages guests to Live Life to DiscoverSM at more than 155 hotels in 35 countries around the world. Each hotel is unique and every stay offers an opportunity to explore local discoveries exclusive to the destination. At every hotel, Renaissance Navigators are local experts ready to assist guests in discovering local flavors and activities. Signature RLife LIVE entertainment events are designed to showcase emerging talent in music, the arts, culinary and more to inspire discovery. R.E.N. Meetings offers groups an experience beyond a traditional meeting rooted in creative sensory meeting design, RLife LIVE networking events and custom curated local Navigator excursions. At Renaissance Hotels, we work to ensure that every trip is transformed into an eye-opening, unforgettable journey. You spend your life working, you should discover the world as you go. To discover more visit www.renhotels.com.
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