Once past the threshold, glass walls engraved with writing filter the interior space. A very Latin Quarter-type of literary inspiration breathes through the hotel, which enjoys playing with contrasts, given its location near the Jardin des Plantes and the Gare d’Austerlitz. The historical facade, typical of the 40s, doesn’t hint at the contemporary architecture of the two buildings. Sober black and white colours confer sure elegance to the lines of the rooms and the poetry of the Fornasetti earthenware takes possession of the bathrooms. A classic room; a connecting room; a duplex, which is more spacious; or a superior room with a whirlpool bath: there’s a room for every type of stay. The reception area, the lounge and the bar, with its remarkable counter made of pewter, opt for a colourful approach, highlighting the furniture and architectural features, such as the staircase created by a master glassblower. ...