Paris

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Le Grand InterContinental

2 rue Scribe, 9th

This 1862 landmark hotel is the chain’s European flagship – but, given its size, perhaps ‘mother ship’ would be more appropriate: the hotel occupies the entire block (three wings, almost 500 rooms) next to the opera house. In addition to a stylish allure and technical convenience bestowed by a recent multi-million-euro refit – the work of illustrious decorator Pierre-Yves Rochon, who also did up the George V – the space under the vast verrière is one of the best oases in town. Spa and seawater treatments too.

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