As the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris approaches, thousands of travelers who want to take part in the excitement of the sport will likely be looking for the perfect accommodation.
The Olympics will be held from July 26th to August 11th, and approximately 300,000 people are expected to attend the opening ceremony.
You can look for Airbnbs and hotels, but there are also lodging options exclusive to the City of Lights that seek to offer guests a high-end Paris experience.
HIGHSTAY is a new hybrid hospitality concept that combines the amenities of a five-star hotel with the privacy of a luxury home. Our independent collection of one- to three-bedroom apartments is located in Paris' most emblematic neighbourhoods, allowing travelers to be up close to the Olympic Games.
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“HIGHSTAY was born on a trip with friends, inspired by a desire to reinvent the classic hotel model,” HIGHSTAY general manager Maxime Lallement told USA TODAY via email. “From there, the brand aimed to break free from traditional hospitality norms and offer an innovative combination of luxury short-term travel apartments and luxury hotels.”
Read below to learn more about HIGHSTAY.
What makes Hystay different from other vacation rentals and hotels?
HiStay aims to give guests “the best of both worlds, experiencing a five-star hotel and a local luxury apartment all at once,” Larmento said. Guests can choose short-term stays of one night or up to a month.
Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and marble fireplaces, each of HighStay's apartments has been “hand-selected by a team of expert architects and interior designers” to exude the quintessential Parisian elegance that enchants travelers. Masu. Guests can check in and check out quickly using a digital key lock. One-bedroom apartments in the Marais area sleep up to four people and start at $538 (€500) per night.
Like a hotel, each HIGHSTAY apartment comes with daily housekeeping, a guest experience manager, and a 24/7 concierge who can arrange car service, breakfast delivery, restaurant reservations, and more. Our concierge will also curate a collection of snacks and coffee to suit your tastes. Guests can also request unique city guides around Paris, including gallery openings, new restaurants, and more.
There are also high-stay experiences that immerse travelers in Parisian culture, such as private cooking classes and skipping the Eiffel Tower line for an exclusive visit to the engine room and enjoying a glass of champagne at the top.
How many Highstay apartments are there?
There are currently 36 apartments listed in areas such as the Champs-Elysées, Rue Saint-Honoré, the Louvre, and the Marais. The company plans to expand to 100 locations, including vacation homes, by the end of 2025.
Where can travelers make reservations?
Travelers can browse available HIGHSTAY apartments and book online on the HIGHSTAY website.
How far in advance should I book my high stay?
Travelers have the flexibility to book HIGHSTAY apartments one day or months in advance, just like hotels or Airbnb.
Why choose Hi-Stay for the Olympics?
The majority of Highstay's apartments are located close to Olympic venues, such as the Eiffel Tower stadium and the Champ de Mars open-air stadium in the landmark itself. Concierge His services will make it easier to enjoy the city during games, Larmento said.
“Attendees will enjoy high-stay personalized concierge services with a variety of add-ons, from luxury car service to and from the venue, to daily pre-festival breakfast delivery, childcare services or personal training sessions to start the day. ,” she added.
Kathleen Wong is a travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Hawaii. Please contact kwong@usatoday.com..
