The Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel has been crowned the most beautiful hotel of 2024, earning the prestigious Prix Versailles award. This annual competition, held at UNESCO since 2015, celebrates exceptional architectural achievements across the globe, recognizing exemplary designs in various categories including airports, campuses, stations, sports venues, museums, department stores, hotels, and restaurants.
The Prix Versailles distinguishes twenty-four World Titles, recognizing sites that contribute significantly to enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of their locales. Recipients are lauded for their innovation, creativity, respect for local traditions, ecological efficiency, and embodiment of the spirit of community and inclusiveness. These accolades align with the UN’s commitment to smart sustainability, considering environmental, social, and cultural effects.
The Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel, a testament to the harmonious integration of architecture and its surroundings, embodies this commitment to sustainability and design excellence. Reimagined in 2023 by renowned architect Bernard Dubois, the hotel is a captivating showcase of minimalist, modernist aesthetics.
Dubois’s masterful design features stark geometric forms, a blend of straight lines and elegant curves, echoing the architectural styles of Palm Springs, California. The use of light-colored plaster and granite, alongside broken stone flooring and rustic wood furniture, evokes the ambiance of Mediterranean villas.
The hotel is deeply attuned to its natural surroundings, optimized for sunlight and offering breathtaking views of the beach and its lush exotic garden. This integration creates a seamless interaction with the landscape, maximizing every view and immersing guests in the beauty of the Cap d’Antibes.
Beyond the Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel, the Hotels and Stories Chapter Six explores the intersection of architecture and distinctive characters. From the elegant shores of Cap d’Antibes to the historic streets of La Ponche in Saint-Tropez, and across the iconic neighborhoods of Paris – Montmartre, the Marais, Grands Boulevards, and the literary heart of Saint-Germain, each location is a cherished discovery, thoughtfully crafted and adorned to reflect its unique history and the splendor of its setting. The latest addition ventures into the woods and mountains, expanding the narrative. This chapter marks a significant moment in the evolution of the Chapitre Six Collection, celebrating a bold architectural vision and a steadfast dedication to excellence.
