Renaissance Hotels has announced its newest addition in Provence, France. 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 one of the world’s most vibrant destinations.
Designed by Marseille architects, Claude Sabin Nadjari and Rémy Saada, the five-star hotel features contemporary design and a striking Provençal garden. Elegant and sophisticated design is featured throughout the 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.
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 exhibit, entitled Haut La Main!, is brought to life through a special programme of events with artists, personalities and entertainers.
Celebrated chef, Jean-Marc Banzo, offers a culinary experience in two distinct places within the hotel. Le Clos is a gourmet Mediterranean restaurant of 40 seats, while chic bistro, Le Comptoir du Clos, features a sun-drenched terrace from which to take in striking views of Provence. The bar L’Avant-Scène offers an ideal space for a social occasion or RLife Live event, Renaissance Hotels’ signature entertainment programme.
The Ymalia Spa at Renaissance Aix-en-Provence offers exclusive treatments by Cosmébio. The hotel also boasts an indoor swimming pool, sauna and fitness centre.
700m² of meeting space within seven rooms is also featured, making the hotel ideal for gatherings, conferences and receptions. Meeting spaces open on the Salle des Pas Perdus as well as on the 1000m² Provencal gardens and terrace.