A small square and a market with a village-like atmosphere; such things make you think you are not in Paris. The Arc de Triomphe and the Convention Centre are just steps away. A location like was all that was needed to convince Villa Alessandra and its 49 rooms to opt for the sun and Provence in its decor. The sun- lled rooms sport pastel colours, and tiles or oak parquet oors, while the wrought-iron beds hide behind the sheer curtains of the canopy beds. The Mediterranean is here, in a concentrated form, allowing you to relax in the wicker armchairs and enjoy a private, shady patio, so appreciated once the good weather sets in. Because a change of scenery encourages concentration, a sunny meeting room is available for groups of up to 20 people.