Henri Michel has been named General Manager of the Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées following a major couture-inspired redesign that repositions the property in Paris's luxury hotel market.
Summary: Henri Michel takes over as General Manager of the Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées on February 1, 2026, as the landmark hotel reopens following a couture-inspired redesign by Muza Lab.
Marriott International has appointed Henri Michel as General Manager of the Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées, effective February 1, 2026, as the property completes a high-profile redesign that blends Parisian heritage with contemporary couture influences.
A couture-inspired redesign for a landmark address
The hotel’s renovation, overseen by London-based Muza Lab, introduces a couture-led concept across guest rooms, suites, public spaces and dining venues, aiming to fuse traditional Parisian character with a modern design language.
The redesign touches every corner of the property, from social areas to culinary outlets, repositioning the hotel within the upscale hospitality scene of the Champs-Élysées district.
Experienced leadership at the helm
Born in Leipzig, Germany, Henri Michel began his career with a three-year hotel apprenticeship before moving into operational roles in London, focusing on Food & Beverage and Front Office functions.
Michel joined Marriott International in 2000 and has since progressed through a 25-year tenure with the company, holding leadership positions across Sales, Marketing, Event Management and General Management in both Germany and France.
- Most recent role: General Manager, Renaissance Paris Nobel Tour Eiffel Hotel
- Led the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon
- Academic qualification: Master’s in International Operational Management from ESSEC Business School
Henri brings the operational discipline, commercial strength, and people-first leadership required to elevate this flagship following its extraordinary renovation,
Robert Juntke, Regional Vice President for Western Europe, said the hotel’s refreshed identity will benefit from Michel’s operational focus and commercial acumen as the team works to strengthen the property’s market position.
It is a privilege to join the Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées at such a transformational moment,
"This renewal pays tribute to the soul of Paris. Together with our talented teams, we will craft stays that are as inspiring as they are impeccably delivered," Michel added, outlining his commitment to guest experience and team leadership.
Immediate priorities for the property
With the renovation complete, Michel will collaborate with the hotel leadership to refine service delivery, sharpen brand positioning and roll out new programming that aligns with the character of the Champs-Élysées.
- Enhance guest service standards across all outlets
- Strengthen the hotel’s commercial positioning in Paris’s luxury segment
- Launch new guest programming and culinary experiences aligned with the redesign
Positioning within Paris’s luxury hotel market
The appointment comes as the city’s upscale hotel scene remains highly competitive. The Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées aims to leverage its central location and refreshed design to attract both leisure visitors and business travellers seeking a contemporary take on Parisian style.
Why this matters: travellers and industry observers can expect the hotel to deliver an updated guest experience that reflects its new aesthetic and strategic priorities. For Marriott, the leadership change signals an investment in local expertise to capitalise on the Champs-Élysées address and the momentum from the renovation.
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