La Maison, Rio de Janeiro

Description: La Maison

Located in the chic residential neighbourhood of Gavea, at the base of the "Dois Irmaos", La Maison towers above the whole town of Rio, and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery overlooking a lagoon, the Corcovado, and the statue of Christ the Redeemer.

Surrounded by tropical vegetation, the hotel is situated on a private street which brings together exoticism, tranquillity and safety for its guests. It is a luxury peace-haven of sensual delight yet just 10 minutes away from the glamorous Ipanema Beach and the shopping areas nearby.

"La Maison" is a unique resort which presents its guests with personally adapted services combining French lifestyle and Brazilian exoticism.

Staged by François-Xavier Dussol, the atmosphere of the hotel conveys elegance, together with dreamlike voyages, and the refinement of the French Touch.

Type of rooms: La Maison

Each of the 5 personalized rooms is decorated to create a different ambience. The traveling themes recall America, India, Asia, and even the Old Continent, and let your imagination take you there.
Each guest room has its own character, each guest living their own dream and their own adventure. All rooms are quiet, spacious and have their own private outdoor living space: either a terrace with a view or a patio.

Copacabana: may have either a king size bed or 2 single beds, a shower room and a terrace with views of the Corcovado and the Tijucas' forest, The design and atmosphere of this room takes you to a typical Copacabana district of the 30s and the 40s. The strong influence of black and white are reminiscent of the calçada, the famous boardwalk along the beach, enhanced by the elegance of pure lines and style.

Recamier: a King size bed or 2 single beds, the bathroom has both a bath and shower and the terrace has panoramic views of downtown Rio, the lagoon, the Corvado and the Tijucas' forest. This is Old Europe, the France of the Arts and the literature of Chateaubriand, personified by a variation of the Directoire style. The soft colours of the bedroom are reminiscent of the studied elegance and the delicate lifestyle in literary salons, the incredible splendours of the Palais Royal and the Tuileries gardens...

Tiffany: a Queen size bed and the shower room has direct access to the secluded terrace with its views of the Corcovado and the Tijucas' Forest that can be enjoyed from a hammock. The journey in this room is to America, New York City. The "Manhattan style", is celebrated here in the colours of the famous jeweller's packaging. Straight, pure and modern lines, are definitely reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn's elegance and eternal charm.

Shanghai: With its Queen Size bed and hammock on the terrace, enjoy views of the Tijucas' forest, the garden, and the Rosinha. This room takes you to Marco Polo's Asia, China with its Mandarins, Emperors of the forbidden city, and the opium dens. An atmosphere created by dark colours, mysterious perfumes, the spirit of an ancient wisdom.

Ganesha: a Queen size bed and the shower room has direct access to the secluded terrace with its views of the Corcovado and the Tijucas Forest that can be enjoyed from a hammock. The Maharadjas India, the ornate gold and gems, the treasures and the mystery of a country expressed through a rich, sensual and luxurious décor. In this room, Ganesha, the God of intelligence, knowledge and wisdom, literature and beaux arts, keeps a watch on your stay.