Our Philosophy
We believe in luxury that whispers.
In elegance that doesn’t try to seduce, but to endure.
In rare places where you instantly feel away from it all — and deeply yourself.
MARKUS
is not just another 4-star hotel
or an ordinary coffee shop.
It is a discreet refuge for discerning guests,
those who prefer beauty over glitter,
truth over show,
discretion over display.
MARKUS is a place to pass through,
but above all a place to pause.
A space to breathe, where the pace slows down,
encounters are genuine, silences respected,
and experiences beautifully imperfect.
We don’t promise everything.
Only the essentials.
A genuine welcome, noble materials,
unmatched comfort, thoughtful design,
comforting coffee, quality products,
discreet attentions, and an unsuspected calm.
And that rare feeling: finding a place you never want to leave.
Welcome to a world apart.
Yours, ours.
MARKUS — Discreet elegance, free spirit
When creating Markus, we wanted to restore this hidden place to its original purpose: a place of leisure, relaxation, rest, exchange, play, and more.
This splendid mansion was built in 1850 by the “Cercle du Collège,” an exclusive gentlemen’s club, nicknamed the “Circle of Nobles.”
175 years later, we have changed only one essential thing: it is now open to everyone.
Welcome to Markus — enjoy this magical place.
Francky, Julien and all the Markus team