The Hôtel Palladia

Toulouse owes its nickname, the Pink City, to the Romans. It was during the Pax Romana that the city — then called Palladia Tolosa — inherited the tile and brickwork techniques that still shape its architectural identity. A trading crossroads between the British Isles and the Mediterranean world, it grew rich in temples, ramparts and amphitheatres, some of which can still be seen today, notably the Purpan arena and the collections of the Saint-Raymond museum.

It is within this cultural heritage that the Hôtel Palladia takes its place — an independent four-star hotel founded in 1992 by Mr Georges Miatto. Its name carries on the tradition of culture and beauty associated with Pallas Athena, goddess of reason and intelligence, celebrated by several poets of antiquity.

The Palladia cultivates the French art of living. Its cuisine, drawn from the produce of the South-West, follows the seasons and favours fresh, carefully chosen ingredients. In the warmer months, the shaded terrace becomes a convivial spot for grilled dishes, cocktails and summer plates. The hotel thus brings together ancient heritage, contemporary comfort and fine dining.