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.
Modern, architect-designed buildings show off their clean lines in the heart of 80 acres of magnificent parkland. Gaze through the huge picture windows of the guestrooms at a magnificent panorama of mountains, not to be beaten by the views of Mont Blanc to be enjoyed from the restaurant’s panoramic terrace. And as you stroll through the public areas, sample a vast collection of contemporary art celebrating the joys of nature. The French cuisine with its modern twist and the well-being rituals of the Sangoma Spa are just what you need to soothe body and mind alike as you relax in these stunning surroundings. Outdoors, golf lovers will enjoy the synthetic greens and the 18 tees of the innovatively eco-friendly 9-hole course. Finally, an artificial lake dedicated to water sports and equipped with a jump is available for water-skiing and wakeboard for young and old alike.
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At the foot of mont Blanc, Pierre Carrier, Perrine and Grand Chef Pierre Maillet have taken over this hotel, devoted to exceptional cuisine and local delicacies, founded in 1903 by “great grandfather Carrier”. The rooms in the main hotel or the chalets in the garden offer both modern and warm comfort. On the one hand, there is the superb menu at the Albert Ier with its elaborate recipes influenced by the Piedmont and Liguria and, on the other, the Maison Carrier with its specialities to be enjoyed in the atmosphere of an old farmhouse or on the terrace while gazing out at the majestic beauty of mont Blanc. The indoor/outdoor swimming pool also boasts views of the eternal snows on the roof of Europe. An equally stunning and delicious address.
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L’Oxalys, the highest situated gourmet restaurant in Europe, is located right at the heart of the Trois Vallées ski area, in Val Thorens. Sports lovers can ski there from Méribel, Courchevel and Les Ménuires, and enjoy privileged panoramic views over the mountain peaks. Grand Chef Jean Sulpice is an active skier and loves these mountains – he pays tribute to them daily with a cuisine which draws its inspiration directly from the terroir. He has assembled an enthusiastic team around him and his wife and sommelier, Magali, and they work to coax the best out of the flavours of the high mountain pastures and regional ingredients with dishes such as mousse of Beaufort cheese with mountain herbs and flowers, velouté of chestnuts with a parmesan and grated truffle chaud-froid, and mountain honey served with an antesite-flavoured apple in a meringue shell. Jean Sulpice also adds a modern twist to mountain plants, particularly wild wood sorrel known as oxalis.
In the heart of the French Alps, overlooking the village of Megève, you will be seduced by the charm of the Chalet du Mont d'Arbois and its adjoining chalets Noémie and Alice. This unique place steeped in history is a mix of warm elegance and discreet luxury in the pure tradition of the Rothschild family.
The authentic Savoy architecture of the three chalets, their outstanding location, a stone’s throw from the strategic starting point for the Mont-Blanc Évasion ski slopes and the Mont d’Arbois golf course in summer as well as its gourmet cuisine guarantee successful stays. At the Chalet du Mont d’Arbois well-being means that you can enjoy the hot tubs, benefit from the spa and its broad range of beauty treatments and swim indoors and outdoors in the pool heated at 30°. The wealth and originality of the activities combine pleasure, sports and relaxation and turn this exceptional place into a superb resort both in summer and winter.
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On the Megève heights Grand Chef Emmanuel Renaut offers imaginative, colourful, timeless cuisine with a mountain flavour. Emmanuel Renaut boldly injects colour, bitterness or acidity where they were not to be found before, to make each dish original and surprising. Walk in the mountains with Emmanuel Renaut to discover mushrooms, flowers and wildlife. Inside, the hotel has several chalets which associate functionality with design in a cosy and relaxed atmosphere. The treatments in the spa are inspired by the mountain: Megève pine trees, flowers and water.
This chalet, set against a backdrop of mountains and perfectly located at the centre of the ski resort, has been welcoming skiers into its informal, welcoming atmosphere since 1937 and for four generations. The elegant, spacious rooms are ultra-comfortable, a “treasure room” full of games awaits the children, and a spa decorated in stone and untreated timber offers treatments and the opportunity to relax. After a day of sport in the open air on the magnificent ski slopes of the “Espace Killy”, you can enjoy a drink in the relaxed atmosphere of the wine bar, or the delicious dishes served by the restaurant, a combination of local ingredients and great classical cuisine. And as a finishing touch, there are the magnificent views over the Bellevarde Olympic run which you can see from the terrace and the veranda.
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Jean-Pierre Jacob loves poetry and has named his restaurant after Rimbaud’s famous poem, The Drunken Boat. Like the visionary poet, this Grand Chef audaciously plays with colours and images, turning each dish into a voyage for the senses. The splendid view of France’s largest natural lake, Bourget, may even awaken the poet in you.
In the heart of Méribel, at the foot of the slopes, this authentic Savoy chalet doesn’t keep its “big heart” hidden away. Enjoy direct access to the 600 km of ski trails in the “Trois Vallées” area. After skiing, treat your aching muscles to a therapeutic spa treatment and enjoy the sumptuous rooms, piano bar and restaurant.
The immaculate façades are as white as driven snow. This typically Savoyard chalet at the foot of the ski slopes exudes discreet elegance with its traditional décor and no-one is left unmoved by the warm welcome of a family who are passionate about their profession. The large spa takes you on a veritable sensory journey, and the high point of the Chabichou is the memorable opportunity it provides to sample the sophisticated and superbly presented cuisine of Grands Chefs Michel Rochedy and Stéphane Buron. It showcases fine ingredients such as Bresse pigeon and blue lobster and creates subtle pairings of flavours such as caramelised pork belly and verbena with braised pig cheek and creamy truffled polenta.
The beauty of the alpine surroundings of the Aravis ski slopes, the creativity of its cuisine and the way every guest’s expectations are listened to, turn this chalet with its elegant design into an exceptional destination in the heart of the village of La Clusaz. After a vigorous day on the slopes, relax in the superb Cristal Spa where, in addition to the fantastic treatments, guests can do laps in the recreational pool, steam in the hammam made of semi-precious stones or unwind in the sauna. Lovers of fine cuisine will adore Le 5 restaurant, which offers dishes made from responsibly sourced local and regional products. After dinner, cap the night off with a cigar in the English-style smoking room before retiring to a rustic but refined guest room.
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Surrounded by protective mountains, the water of Lake Annecy is reputed to be the purest in the world, inspiring Paul Cézanne’s splendid painting of the same name. It’s hard to imagine a more perfect place. The restaurant and terrace of Auberge du Père Bise are beautifully located, facing this pristine lake, which reflects the restaurant’s glimmering lights. Grand Chef Sophie Bise handles her products with an artistic touch creating dishes that are as lovely to look at as they are to taste.
