Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 500 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
In all our properties, each maître de maison draws upon his unique experience and passion to share the authentic culture and tastes of his region with every guest.
Magical places and memories of a lifetime: whether it be a romantic weekend or to celebrate the important moments of life such as birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoon or family reunions.
Established in France more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux has become a renowned reference of excellence in the hotel and restaurant world. The Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
In a two-hectare park with century-old olive trees on the doorstep of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Le Mas de Pierre overlooks hills and valleys. Provençal, romantic or colonial villas and rooms are hidden behind the red tiles and white stone of the bastides. As soon as you cross the threshold, you will discover dressers, chests of drawers and pedestal tables lovingly selected from antique dealers. The restaurant menu sings of the delights of Provence -its peas, its cocoa beans, its herbs, the very first asparagus. Other delights: a musical pool, a spa and a sumptuous greenhouse with orchids.
Halfway between Nice and Cannes, in a beautiful setting with the Mediterranean taking centre stage, the Cap d’Antibes Beach is a contemporary architectural jewel. Its minimalist lines are a perfect match for the charming and lush gardens bordered by the sea and a fine sandy beach. Truly original, the decor of the rooms and suites invites guests to embark on a sensory voyage taking in the elements that make up this extraordinary site. The enchantment continues in the gourmet restaurant which looks out onto the sea and offers a feast for the eyes as well with a view of the Lérins Islands and the Esterel massif.
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In Grasse, in the heart of a thousand-year-old olive grove, an 18th century residence, the Bastide Saint-Antoine awaits you. You are invited to enjoy a cuisine that is imbued with aromas, abundant flavours and elegance conjured up by Grand Chef Jacques Chibois, a,devotee of truffles, olive oil and vegetables. You simply have to taste his mandarin sorbet with jasmine marmalade at least once in your lifetime. Swim in the turquoise water of the pool or go for a meditative stroll around the olive grove. It does wonders to simply relax in the cocooning atmosphere of your Provençal-style or more contemporary room.
In the garden of this palace, built by a French general for his wife, a beautiful Punjab princess, on a four-poster bed or on a sun lounger under a white parasol, enjoy moments of intimate calm around the pool, cradled by unexpected tranquillity in the heart of one of the most bustling villages on the Côte d’Azur.
Here the fine dishes prepared by the chef Renaud Capelle, well inspired by the perfumes of India, Asia and France, are a real invitation to travel.
Here you will find all the elegance of a Mediterranean home, just a few minutes from the beaches at Ramatuelle and the port of Saint-Tropez. Far from the summer crowds, this magnificent mansion with its 4 Provencal farmhouses invites you to unwind in the heart of its paradise-like grounds. Beside the superb pool, in the shade of three-hundred-year-old olive trees or in the winter garden, treat yourself to true moments of well-being in a warm and elegant ambience. The cuisine, with its Provencal colours, is a genuine reflection of the spirit and soul of the South. The Bastide also offers its guests the possibility of hiring its magnificent 22-metre San Lorenzo yacht for a day, a few days, a week…
There are still some little pieces of paradise on earth which only a few privileged people have the fortune of experiencing… Nestled on the hillside above Cannes with spectacular views of the foothills of the Alps, Le Mas Candille is one of these rare jewels. Its private, shady 10-acre grounds are the ideal place to stroll, meditate and unwind. A sanctuary of tranquillity and wellness, this exceptional hotel invites lovers of the “finer things in life” to relax in its Shiseido spa or one of its three swimming pools. After a visit to the medieval village of Mougins - where Pablo Picasso spent the last 15 years of his life - you will be happy to return to your “haven of peace” and savour the subtle, creative cuisine in the restaurant “Le Candille”.
Perched on a hill overlooking the Bay of Saint-Tropez, Gassin is one of the most beautiful villages in France. The Villa Belrose boasts the best vantage point with its spacious terraces and its majestic swimming pool overlooking the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. This excellence extends to the gourmet cuisine and its beauty centre offering top-of-the-range treatments. Unobtrusive, personalised service guaranteed!
Chic and timeless, since it opened in the 1930s, the Monte Carlo Beach has perpetuated elegance and the art of receiving. Decked out in “Riviera red” the Hotel is a veritable ode to the Mediterranean reflected in its refurbished rooms and suites where the large portholes between the bedroom and bathroom are a source of light and depth. On the ground floor, the private staircases linking the loggias to the promenade give the rooms a feeling of bungalows on the waterfront. The restaurant “Elsa” and its terrace overlooking the sea are the perfect setting to enjoy the tasty cuisine and the serenity in the midst of a decor featuring Alep pine trees, bearing the signature of the landscape gardener Jean Mus... An absolute delight.
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Overlooking Vence between Nice and Cannes, the Château Saint-Martin & Spa, surrounded by a 14-hectare park, boasts exceptional panorama views of the Riviera. This former residence of a Commander of the Knights Templar, a place steeped in history with Baous reflected in the infinity pool, provides an awe-inspiring and serene setting for intimate stays. Gourmet cuisine created by Yannick Franques for
tasty moments to share as well as a spa with treatments by La Prairie for absolute relaxation. Several villages to explore in the surrounding area with their artisans and art galleries, not forgetting the Chapel of Rosary which owes its fame to the works of Henri Matisse.
Discover between Nice and Cannes, one of the most beautiful bays in the Mediterranean; the Cap-d’Antibes, that Sidney Bechet fell in love with some sixty years ago. Even today “In the Streets of Antibes”, one of his greatest jazz tunes, continues to serenade the town and the region, which have become something of a “European New Orleans”. Here, the swing is not only about the jazz festival; there are also lots of great golf courses nearby. The Imperial Garoupe Hotel is located in this dreamlike setting. In this pink-walled villa, the rooms are all decorated in a nomadic spirit and the vibrant colours of the South are muted by the parasol pines that edge the patios. And the menu is also full of original melodies: crispy millefeuille of pan-fried foie gras and figs with cep mushrooms in olive oil, risotto of langoustines ribboned with locally-grown courgettes… A festival for the taste buds!
On the French Riviera near Lavandou, this large Tuscan-style villa graces the magical background of the Mediterranean sea. Nestled amongst the maritime pines, bougainvilleas and exotic gardens, the hotel, bordered by its own private beach, features sumptuous rooms and suites, as well as villas with patios right on the sand. Here you will discover a truly refreshing break. The restaurant features the flavours of southern cooking and overlooks the magnificent bay of Cavalière.
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In the shade on the patio, surrounded by palm trees and other exotic flowers, this lush green oasis of sensations is the setting for the renowned cuisine of the Raimbault brothers. Depending on what catches their eye at the Forville market in Cannes, Stéphane and Antoine put together a menu that is contemporary, Provencal and Asian: lime-infused soufflé of locally caught sea urchins, Soleil Levant of raw fish. But it is their brother François, the patissier in the family, who adds the finishing touches to this magical symphony with his renowned “Caravan of Desserts”.
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On the edge of a forest of umbrella pine trees, overlooking the Golf d’Amour, the Hotel du Castellet is one of the region’s most charming properties: with its patina furniture, guest rooms in hues of honey, lavender or grape and sun-drenched terraces… It was scarcely a matter of months before Christophe Bacquié stamped his style on the Monte Cristo, the prestigious restaurant of the hotel, with a cuisine based on seasonal produce enlivened by a hint of flavours from further afield, picked up from his inspiring travels. For absolute relaxation you will find the pool, the golf course, the spa and the shade of the gazebos, which when night falls are illuminated to set off the beauty of the grounds.
Set in the middle of a luxuriant vineyard, the Château de Berne enjoys a protected estate of 600 hectares where almost 500,000 bottles of wine are produced every year. This wine-growing temple boasts a range of reputed, original wines such as the Cuvée Spéciale that is aged in oak casks. Stay in a delightful room with moss-green shutters overlooking the forest, the vines, the gardens or the spacious infinity pool. Maximum relaxation is guaranteed whatever your choice may be; spa treatments, tennis, walking and mountain bike excursions, cooking and oenology classes and the fitness centre are all at your fingertips.
This Château, with its breathtaking vantage point over the Mediterranean, has relaxing activities in store for you: swimming a few lengths of the pool in perfect harmony with nature, fragrant gardens, Indian massages, tennis... The pleasure of strolling through the narrow cobblestone streets of the medieval village is reflected in the charm of the rooms, which are each differently appointed. The great classics of French gastronomy as well as Mediterranean specialties can be savoured in one of the hotel’s 4 restaurants, the pleasures of which are only enhanced by the stunning views.
An intimate haven nestled in the shade of the ramparts of the renowned artists’ village of St Paul, the Saint-Paul a timeless appeal. A stay here is an opportunity to fully appreciate the art of true French Hospitality, refinement and total relaxation. With their breath-taking views from this medieval perch, which take in the surrounding countryside and the Riviera coastline the 16 luxury bedrooms are the epitome of living history and ultimate comfort. An intimate and warm address, where delectable Provencal dishes are served in an open air Restaurant.
