French fashion label Zadig & Voltaire plans to open an exclusive hotel in Paris in 2014, which will not be open to 'Chinese tourists'.

NBC News reports that this comment by the brand's founder and owner, Thierry Gillier, was misunderstood.

Gillier told WWD: 'It will be a slightly private hotel, not open to everybody, with 40 rooms. We are going to select guests. It won't be open to Chinese tourists, for example. There is a lot of demand in Paris... many people are looking for quiet hotels with a certain privacy.'

According to French newspaper Liberation, Zadig & Voltaire later asked WWD to remove the reference to Chinese tourists from its article and said that Gillier's words were misinterpreted and that he was referring to 'mass tourism' when he used the phrase 'Chinese tourists'.

The fashion website later changed the reference to 'busloads of tourists'.

Zadig & Voltaire's hotel will be located in a private mansion used for its Paris Fashion Week show. The building is located on the city's Left Bank.

Want to stay at a stylish hotel? Check out these top fashion hotels...

Ten of the best: Fashion hotels

  • the-tml, Flickr">Pantone Hotel, Brussels
    Not a conventional fashion hotel, but striking just the same - <b><a href="http://www.pantonehotel.com" target="_blank">Pantone</a></b> is the design industry's colour bible. To consolidate its position, Pantone have made the obvious move into décor, branding this contemporary boutique hotel in its signature <b>blocks of colour</b>. Guests can also use Pantone <b>yellow bikes</b>, drink from Pantone <b>orange mugs</b> and choose the <b>Pantone colour</b> of their room based on their mood – from Fiery to Eager, Tranquil to Earthy.
    <b>Pantone Hotel, Brussels</b>
  • Alan Light, Flickr">Vera Wang suite at the Halekulani, Hawaii
    It doesn't take a huge leap of the imagination to see that the <b>Queen of wedding dresses</b> would be just as successful turning her attention to honeymoons. The <b>Vera Wang suite</b> at the <b><a href="http://www.halekulani.com/accommodations/vera_wang_suite/" target="_blank">Halekulani resort</a></b> in Hawaii bears all of her signature hallmarks ? the classic understatement, ivory tones, luxurious fabrics and timeless elegance. The suite is completely furnished with Wang's line of home accessories and linens, and comes with a spectacular view of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head, from every room.
    <b>Vera Wang suite at the Halekulani, Hawaii</b>
  • www.theedinburghblog.co.uk, Flickr">Missoni Hotel, Edinburgh
    Live the Missoni lifestyle in the refinement of this slick <b><a href="http://www.hotelmissoni.com/" target="_blank">Edinburgh hotel</a></b>, with its contemporary black and white interior contrasted with pops of colour and Missoni's signature <b>zig zags and stripes</b>.
    <b>Missoni Hotel, Edinburgh</b>
  • avlxyz, Flickr">Palazzo Versace, Gold Coast
    Versace somewhat spearheaded fashion's move into the hospitality business with its homage to gilded opulence at the <b><a href="http://www.palazzoversace.com/" target="_blank">Palazzo</a></b>. A Versace-lover's paradise, the label's <b>golden Medusa motif</b> touches everything from the upholstery to the dinner plates, dressing gowns and cushion covers.
    <b>Palazzo Versace, Gold Coast</b>
  • Armani Hotel, Dubai
    Found in the world's tallest building no less, <b><a href="http://dubai.armanihotels.com" target="_blank">Armani's Dubai hotel</a></b> is the embodiment of the brand's classic-luxe style. The curved walls of the tower are clad in <b>Florentine leather</b>, the bathroom floors are <b>Brazilian bamboo marble</b> and all the high-spec furnishings are courtesy of the <b>Armani Casa range</b>. A true sanctuary for sophisticates.
    <b>Armani Hotel, Dubai</b>
  • Philip Tracey at the G Hotel, Galway
    Baring all the hallmarks of a loud and proud Philip Tracey hat, the <b><a href="http://www.theghotel.ie" target="_blank">G Hotel</a></b> is awash with vibrant colour and outlandish style; just check into the <b>Pink Saloon</b> for a quick drink to see what we mean. Flamboyant, daring and lots of fun.
    <b>Philip Tracey at the G Hotel, Galway</b>
  • Bert van Dijk, Flickr">Bulgari Resort, Bali
    The Indonesian pace of life meets high Italian style at <b><a href="http://www.kiwicollection.com/hotel-detail/bulgari-hotel-resort-bali" target="_blank">Bulgari's Bali resort</a></b>, where 59 private villas overlook the Indian Ocean from a stunning cliff top edge. The Bulgari touch is everywhere - from the restrained decadence of the <b>carved mahogany door frames</b> to the <b>volcano rock walls</b>. Classic, tranquil and the perfect oasis for honeymooners.
    <b>Bulgari Resort, Bali</b>
  • d0ug&r0byn, Flickr">Christian Lacroix at Hôtel du Petit Moulin, Paris
    Off-kilter and idiosyncratic, the delightful <b><a href="http://www.paris-hotel-petitmoulin.com" target="_blank">Petit Moulin</a></b> in the heart of <b>Le Marais</b> district is bursting with Lacroix character and colour. The former boulengerie retains much of its previous features, including the 1900s shop front, but behind the scenes its got plenty of exotic Lacroix flourishes. Each of the rooms are colourfully designed to reflect a different aspect of <b>Le Maris' history and character</b>.
    <b>Christian Lacroix at Hôtel du Petit Moulin, Paris</b>
  • Diane von Furstenburg at Claridge's, London
    For someone so adept at creating beautiful prints and patterns, interior design seems an obvious move for von Furstenberg – America's real First Lady of fashion. A meeting of minds then, for <b><a href="http://www.claridges.co.uk/" target="_blank">Claridge's</a></b> and Diane von Furstenberg when the pair teamed up in June 2010 to create a bespoke series of guestrooms <b>(and a piano bar)</b> realised in von Furstenberg's distinctive style. Classic, just like Claridge's, but with a bold dash of colour and surprising pattern just when you least expect it.
    <b>Diane von Furstenburg at Claridge's, London</b>


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