<strong>Reimagined icon: </strong>Classic Parisian hotel Hotel Lutetia is reopening after a €200 million euro makeover (roughly $234 million).
Reimagined icon: Classic Parisian hotel Hotel Lutetia is reopening after a €200 million euro makeover (roughly $234 million).
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<strong>Expensive reinvention: </strong>The Lutetia is known for its Art Nouveau exterior and dramatic Art Deco interior.
Expensive reinvention: The Lutetia is known for its Art Nouveau exterior and dramatic Art Deco interior.
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<strong>City landmark:</strong> First opened in 1910, it closed its doors in 2014. Now architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte has breathed new life into this Parisian landmark.
City landmark: First opened in 1910, it closed its doors in 2014. Now architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte has breathed new life into this Parisian landmark.
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<strong>Left bank location: </strong>Lutetia's address is 45 Boulevard Raspail. It was originally built by the founders of Parisian department store Le Bon Marché.
Left bank location: Lutetia's address is 45 Boulevard Raspail. It was originally built by the founders of Parisian department store Le Bon Marché.
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<strong>New beginnings:</strong> The new hotel opens its doors on July 12 2018.
New beginnings: The new hotel opens its doors on July 12 2018.
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<strong>Space to relax:</strong> Rooms have been enlarged for added space. The original total of 233 rooms has been cut to 184.
Space to relax: Rooms have been enlarged for added space. The original total of 233 rooms has been cut to 184.
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<strong>Varied history: </strong>The Lutetia was a cultural hotspot for much of the 20th century. However during the Second World War, the venue was requisitioned by Nazi forces.
Varied history: The Lutetia was a cultural hotspot for much of the 20th century. However during the Second World War, the venue was requisitioned by Nazi forces.
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<strong>Cultural hotspot:</strong> Post-war, the hotel gradually recovered its reputation and cultural icons including Pablo Picasso frequented its bars and dining halls.
Cultural hotspot: Post-war, the hotel gradually recovered its reputation and cultural icons including Pablo Picasso frequented its bars and dining halls.
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<strong>Fine dining</strong>: The dining and bar experience remains crucial to the Hotel Lutetia's vibe.
Fine dining: The dining and bar experience remains crucial to the Hotel Lutetia's vibe.
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<strong>A cocktail of choices:</strong> Jazz fans can head to Bar Josephine to enjoy musical entertainment. Other dining options include the more relaxed Salon Saint Germain.
A cocktail of choices: Jazz fans can head to Bar Josephine to enjoy musical entertainment. Other dining options include the more relaxed Salon Saint Germain.
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<strong>New meets old</strong>: Every element of the Hotel Lutetia experience has been reimagined.
New meets old: Every element of the Hotel Lutetia experience has been reimagined.
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<strong>The City of Light: </strong>There are some desirable suites on offer, including two with access to outdoor terraces with incredible Paris views.
The City of Light: There are some desirable suites on offer, including two with access to outdoor terraces with incredible Paris views.
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<strong>Relax and unwind</strong>: The hotel's Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre offers chilled massages and treatments.
Relax and unwind: The hotel's Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre offers chilled massages and treatments.
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<strong>Time for a dip:</strong> It's a calming space featuring a 17-meter long pool and an infinity-edge Jacuzzi.
Time for a dip: It's a calming space featuring a 17-meter long pool and an infinity-edge Jacuzzi.
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<strong>Something for everyone: </strong>Even non-guests can enjoy the dining and spa facilities.
Something for everyone: Even non-guests can enjoy the dining and spa facilities.
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<strong>Calming space: </strong>Rooms are outfitted with elegant details and blessed with natural light.
Calming space: Rooms are outfitted with elegant details and blessed with natural light.
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<strong>Reputation for regeneration:</strong> The hotel is now owned by The Set, which runs several historic hotels.
Reputation for regeneration: The hotel is now owned by The Set, which runs several historic hotels.
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<strong>Multi-storey</strong>: The overall hotel experience is spread out over seven spectacular floors.
Multi-storey: The overall hotel experience is spread out over seven spectacular floors.
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<strong>Creative inspiration:</strong> Irish author James Joyce is said to have written part of his novel "Ulysses" while staying at Lutetia.
Creative inspiration: Irish author James Joyce is said to have written part of his novel "Ulysses" while staying at Lutetia.
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