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.
Weekly closing: Monday and Tuesday (from December to April) Annual closing: First 3 weeks of January and from mid-November to the beginning of December.
“And from that time on I bathed in the Poem / Of the Sea, star-infused and churned into milk / Devouring the green azures; where, entranced in pallid flotsam /A dreaming drowned man sometimes goes down...” Jean-Pierre Jacob loves poetry and has named his restaurant after the most famous poem by Rimbaud: Le Bateau Ivre (“The Drunken Boat”). Like the foresighted poet himself, this chef plays around with colours and images with audacity, turning each dish into a sensorial experience. The splendid view of Lake Bourget (France’s largest natural lake) could even awaken the poet in you…
Children welcome
Special children menu
Activities:
Golf, Outdoor pool, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, fishing, sailing, water-skiing, diving, canoeing/kayaking, rafting, polo, Flying club