When did Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro open?
The residence opened in May 2024 under the name Maison Boissière, the first serviced residence of the BARNES group. It became Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro in 2026, keeping the same team, the same level of service and the same Parisian soul.
Why is Maison Boissière now called Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro?
The name change, announced in March 2026, fully links the residence to the BARNES brand, an international reference in luxury real estate. The address, the team and the commitments remain the same: only the name changes, to affirm the identity of Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro.
Who designed the interiors of Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro?
The renovation was led by Heidi Barnes, founder of the BARNES group, together with Philippe Daraux, founder and artistic director of Mis en Demeure, and interior architect Manon Mallac-Koenig. Together, they gave the residence a unique spirit.
What is the decorative style of the residence?
Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro cultivates a hushed atmosphere inspired by Parisian boudoirs, with deep colours, noble materials and a strong Art Deco influence. The result is warm interiors, designed as true Parisian apartments rather than hotel rooms.
What type of building is the residence in?
To create its first serviced residence, BARNES brought together two typical Haussmann buildings, including the one at 49 rue Boissière, to form a single establishment. Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro thus retains the character of a Parisian home while offering five-star hospitality standards.
Are all the apartments in the residence different?
Yes. Each of the sixteen apartments at Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro has its own personality, decoration and proportions. None is a copy of another: this is one of the features that set the residence apart from a standardised hotel.
How were the objects and furniture chosen?
The objects, furniture and decorative pieces at Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro were selected with passion by the design team, in the spirit of a lived-in home. This approach gives each apartment a soul and a warmth rarely found in traditional hotels.
What is a signature apartment at Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro?
The signature apartments are the four most emblematic addresses of the residence: the Ernest Hemingway, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Sacha Guitry and Jules Verne apartments. More spacious and with distinctive decoration, they are named after great figures of literature and culture.
Why are the signature apartments named after writers?
These names pay tribute to a neighbourhood that inspired many 20th-century artists and writers. Hemingway, Saint-Exupéry, Sacha Guitry and Jules Verne embody a certain Parisian, literary and adventurous spirit that Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro wishes to share with its residents.
Since when has the residence been rated five stars?
One year after opening, Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro was awarded the five-star rating by Atout France, announced in February 2025. This official recognition confirms the residence's high standards of comfort, facilities and service.
What is the Atout France five-star rating?
Atout France, the French tourism development agency, manages the official rating of tourist accommodation, from one to five stars. It is based on criteria covering facilities, customer service, accessibility and sustainability. Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro holds the highest level, five stars.
What are the shared spaces at Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro?
In addition to the sixteen private apartments, the residence offers two lounges, the Lauriston lounge and the Boissière lounge, a garden, a private fitness room reserved for residents and a self-service laundry. These spaces extend the spirit of home and invite moments of calm.
What is the Lauriston lounge?
The Lauriston lounge is one of the two lounges at Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro. Throughout the day, it hosts the complimentary tea time for residents, with a selection of teas by Palais des Thés served with a pastry, as well as the Honesty Bar.
What is the Boissière lounge?
The Boissière lounge is the second shared lounge at Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro. Equipped with a screen, it offers a place to relax and meet away from the apartments. The laundry room, provided free of charge to residents, is nearby.
Does the residence have an independent entrance?
Yes. For complete discretion, Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro offers a private, independent entrance, accessible with the apartment key. Residents can come and go freely, just as in their own Parisian building.
What is the philosophy of Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro?
The residence champions a vision of discreet and sincere luxury, where attention to each resident takes precedence over any ostentation. The idea is simple: to feel at home away from home, with the privacy of a private apartment and the service of a great Parisian house.
Why does the residence have only sixteen apartments?
This intimate size is a deliberate choice. With only sixteen apartments, the Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro team knows every resident, anticipates their habits and truly personalises their stay, something a large establishment can hardly offer.
Who is Heidi Barnes?
Heidi Barnes is the founder of the BARNES group, an international luxury real estate network. She personally led the creation of Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro, bringing to the residence her taste for the French art of living and her eye for detail.
What is Mis en Demeure, the interior design partner?
Mis en Demeure is a French furniture and interior design house founded by Philippe Daraux, who is also its artistic director. Its expertise helped create the atmosphere of the Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro interiors, between classic heritage and contemporary elegance.
Is Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro part of BARNES Hospitality?
Yes. BARNES Hospitality is the BARNES group's brand dedicated to luxury hospitality. It brings together places to stay, meet and entertain, designed for a discerning clientele. Maison BARNES Paris Trocadéro is its flagship Parisian address.