Malmaison

Malmaison Review

Housed in a converted church, this modern boutique hotel prides itself on personal service and outstanding amenities: each room has nice touches like plasma televisions and music systems. The art-deco interior employs bold colors in playful prints and geometric shapes, balanced out by traditional fabrics and furnishings. The lobby's splendid staircase has a wrought-iron balustrade illustrating Napoléon's exploits (the chain takes its name from an extravagant home decorated by Empress Josephine). The warm Brasserie offers British and French cooking. Champagne Bar serves savory pasta dishes in an airy room with iron fixtures and a spiral staircase.