JO&JOE PARIS-GENTILLY OPENS ITS DOORS

JO&JOE PARIS-GENTILLY OPENS ITS DOORS

Paris, France, 2018-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Helping to combat the economic and social exclusion of the most disadvantaged people was the rationale behind the creation of the endowment fund Solidarity AccorHotels. Ten years on, more than 300 projects have been supported in 45 countries to help 172,800 direct benefi, 2019-Apr-17 — /Travel PR News/ — After first launching in Hossegor in 2017, JO&JOE opened its doors on April 6, 2019 just a stone’s throw from the Cité Internationale Universitaire, in the south of Paris.

Only 2 minutes from the RER B line, 20 minutes from the Arc de Triomphe and 20 minutes from Orly Airport, JO&JOE PARIS-GENTILLY is a new living space, open to all, locals and travelers alike, where youth hostels meet hotels.

Here you can enjoy a drink, cook, share experiences, have a good time, chill out… and you can even sleep there!

This is the new place to be!

Regarding the design, JO&JOE has developed its interiors with global architecture and game-changing design studio PENSON.

At the Open House of Paris Gentilly, street art is everywhere thanks to the work of 9 local and international artists who have covered the walls with their creations.

What’s JO&JOE Paris-Gentilly?

EATING: A restaurant that seats 140, a varied menu of fresh, simple and generous dishes offered throughout the day. Dishes for sharing, like the XXL quiche and ultra-indulgent burgers.

Culinary treats guaranteed – tasting them is a must!

The cashless payment system lets customers pay with their mobile – it’s as easy as that!
Dishes from €7.

DRINKING: The bartenders are always available to welcome customers for a coffee or a colorful cocktail.

A major innovation: a beer wall where you can help yourself using a prepayment card.Cheers! Drinks from €3.

HAVING A BLAST: A full line-up on offer each day with gigs, yoga classes, open mike events, DJ sets, etc. Stay tuned, the full line-up is coming soon on www.joandjoe.com!

On top of that? A garden and outdoor space of more than 400m2!

SLEEPING: Oh yes – JO&JOE is not only a friendly and welcoming living space where socializing, unique experiences and fun combine – it is also an Open House where you can sleep in a private or shared room, for one night or more!From €25 per bed.

Different types of accommodation are available:
– “Together” are shared dormitory-like areas where several people can sleep while maintaining their privacy thanks to modular spaces. These spaces can be made private for 4 people or more – from €25 per bed
– “Yours” are private hotel-style guestrooms for 2 or 3 people – from €70 per night for two people
– “Cabins” are a unique concept in France offering a private individual space with access to a communal bathroom and restroom. The perfect solution for those undecided between a bunk bed in a dormitory and a private room – from €30 per night

To celebrate the opening, the loooongest house-warming in Paris!
To celebrate its arrival in the capital, JO&JOE is organizing the longest house-warming party for its neighbors in Paris and Gentilly! From April 24 to June 6, original and quirky events will be setting the pace at the Paris Gentilly Open House. Gigs, a comedy club and an illusion show are just some of the must-attend events open to all!

Limited availability. First come, first served!
Program & registration at https://opening.joandjoe.com/paris-gentilly/

Opening soon in other major world cities!
JO&JOE aims to expand at international level. JO&JOE aims to expand at international level. Over the next few years, the brand is going to set up home in the biggest cities in the world, in the most vibrant areas, very close to public transport and within easy reach of the main points of interest.

By 2020, JO&JOE will have launched Open Houses in London, Budapest, Glasgow, Paris (Nation district), Rio de Janeiro and Rome.

London: Built in 1913, this building in the Shoreditch neighborhood was a musical entertainment venue. In the late 1930s, the building became a cinema before being turned into a large bingo hall. The London Open House will feature almost 400 beds.

Budapest: located in one of the city’s most happening districts, the Open House will be on Klauzal Street, close to fashionable bars, restaurants and stores and will be served by 4 metro stations. It will also feature almost 400 beds, as well as an outdoor patio, meeting room and rooftop terrace!

Glasgow: Situated on Sauchiehall Street, JO&JOE will be a 2-minute walk from the city center, 8 minutes from Blythswood Street station and a 30-minute train ride from Glasgow Airport. The Open House will include 400 beds, as well as a meeting room and terrace.Paris Nation: in the heart of this young and vibrant Parisian neighborhood, this 1,465m² project will feature more than 160 beds. Open to the public, a rooftop area spanning 110m² will be the place for Open House residents to meet and chat with Parisians in search of a new and lively venue, in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.

Rio de Janeiro: located at the foot of the Corcovado – the mountain from which the statue of Christ the Redeemer rises – within the “Largo do Botícario” architectural complex in the Cosme Velho district, JO&JOE will open its doors to become the coolest lifestyle venue in the city. The Open House will feature more than 300 beds, two swimming pools, a bar and a restaurant seating more than 200.

Rome: a former monastery spanning 4,500m², this building is located right in the heart of Rome’s city center, just a 10-minute walk from both the Trevi Fountain and the train station. The Open House will be served by metro line A at Barberini station, just 200m away. It will feature almost 250 beds, a magnificent bar and a meeting room.Paris Nation: in the heart of this young and vibrant

JO&JOE, an Accor Lifestyle Division Brand

Accor’s Lifestyle Division includes the brands JO&JOE, Mama Shelter, 25 hours, sbe and TRIBE. “It is a response born out of the finding that travelers today are increasingly sensitive to distinctive brands, with strong identities, which are simultaneously working environments for urban nomads and places for the local community and travelers to socialize and enjoy experiences”, said Cédric Gobilliard, Senior VP Lifestyle Division Accor.

The Group has decided to expand its offering in lifestyle, one of the most dynamic segments in the industry, with brands that focus on F&B, common areas and events.

Reservations at www.joandjoe.com

Press contacts:
ACCOR
Mélissa Lévine
Senior Communication Manager
+331 45 38 84 76 – melissa.levine@accor.com

Jeanne Deloye
Communication manager
+331 45 38 86 98 – jeanne.deloye@accor.com

Source: AccorHotels

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