PARIS, France (September 20, 2023) – Maisons Pariente, the luxury hotel collection founded by Patrick Pariente and his two daughters, Leslie Kouhana and Kimberley Cohen, is pleased to announce the opening of Le Grand Mazarin, the group’s first urban property in the heart of the Marais District.
Situated at the corner of Rue des Archives and Rue de la Verrerie, Le Grand Mazarin emulates the heritage of Paris through a vision of whimsical yet refined luxury. Renowned Interior architect Martin Brudnizki restored the landmark property, consisting of three 14th-century buildings, to its original grandeur. The hotel boasts 50 rooms, 11 suites, an indoor pool, a Hammam, a fitness studio, a speakeasy cabaret, two festive bars, and the highly anticipated Ashkenazi restaurant, Boubalé, led by Michelin-starred chef Assaf Granit.
Each piece of striking décor selected by Brudnizki pays tribute to French classicism, boldly accentuated by the designer’s talent and enriched by the finest craftsmanship. The hotel echoes Maisons Pariente’s mission of creating timeless getaways that reflect the culture of their locale – a vision imagined by President Leslie Kouhana and Artistic Director Kimberley Cohen.
At the center of Le Grand Mazarin lies The Boubalé Restaurant, named after a Yiddish term that translates to “my little darling.” This phrase is commonly used by Eastern European grandmothers to express affection, and it’s beautifully exemplified by Chef Assaf Granit. Granit ingeniously reimagines the Ashkenazi culinary traditions of his childhood, crafting delicate and delicious dishes that promise a gastronomic journey to the borders of Central Europe and the Mediterranean. Le Bar de Boubalé offers a selection of unique signature cocktails and an eclectic menu, perfect for guests to savor as the night progresses. Additionally, several times a week, guests can experience Le Cabaret, a speakeasy-esque setting that continually transforms its decor and program, ever evolving with the influence of the moment.
The hotel is also home to an indoor pool and a Hammam, a luxury not often found in Paris. The stunning ceiling mosaic that spans the entire room is the work of Jacques Merle, who drew inspiration from the poetic imagination of Jean Cocteau.
President Leslie Kouhana and Artistic Director Kimberley Cohen, said: “This is a very emotional moment for us, the culmination of a wonderful project that has been close to our hearts for several years. Le Grand Mazarin is the first 5-star urban hotel of Maisons Pariente in Paris, our hometown for as long as we can remember. Le Grand Mazarin embodies the quintessential spirit of our hotels: that subtle blend of elegance and warm simplicity that is common to all our addresses. But this new place is much more than a hotel. We have thought of it as a destination in its own right – one where guests can meet up and share special moments, one where something is always happening, an unmatched place in Paris.”
