Philippe Starck’s latest hotel fantasy? A gothic mansion in the sky. Maison Heler in Metz takes the French designer’s playful style to whimsical extremes
Financial Times, September 2025Philippe Starck based this hotel on a fictional character whose house (a fanciful spin on 19th-century Lorraine architecture) crowns an eight-story building. Guests are invited to enter his mind as they explore eclectic interiors brimming with literary ephemera and surrealistic touches.
Architectural Digest, August 2025Inside, natural wood, terracotta, and stained glass create warmth against the building’s monumental frame, while the rooftop setting opens panoramic views across Metz.
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a visionary landmark in the heart of metz
Rising above the Amphitheater district, Maison Heler Metz stands atop a striking nine-story monolith — a modern icon just minutes from the Centre Pompidou-Metz. Surrounded by the lush greenery of Jardin des Tanneurs and Seille Park, the hotel offers a serene retreat infused with the artistic soul of the city.
where design, culture, and comfort converge
Step inside to discover two distinctive restaurants, a stylish bar, and sophisticated event spaces crafted for creativity and connection. A state-of-the-art fitness center and curated art collection celebrate the refined spirit of Messine elegance that defines the Maison Heler experience.
culinary journeys inspired by memory and imagination
Dining at Maison Heler Metz is an immersion into the world of Philippe Starck and the vision of Manfred. Here, intuitive cuisine tells stories of travel, nostalgia, and reinvention — each dish a dialogue between memory and discovery, served in spaces that invite exploration and evoke timeless sophistication.