La Fondation hotel in Paris is a striking 5-star hotel in the 17th arrondissement that feels like a modern urban sanctuary. Housed in a former brutalist structure (once a parking lot), the design, by Roman & Williams, pairs raw concrete with warm, elegant touches. With 58 rooms, many with large windows and muted colour palettes, this is a place that balances minimalist modernism with comfort and character. Wellness, food and views are all front and centre. There’s a semi-Olympic indoor pool in the spa, sauna, climbing wall and a fully-equipped health club. The hotel has a brasserie, bistronomic restaurant, rooftop bar and rooftop garden, plus lots of communal spaces and a solarium. Its location between Parc Monceau and Les Batignolles gives you a quieter feel while still being close to key Paris sights.