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 summer, slip your boots into the stirrups, don your cowboy hat and set off to explore the rugged scenery of Montana with its white water torrents, conifers and prairies full of wild flowers. In winter, put on your skis and glide down the slopes of the Rockies or enjoy a romantic couples massages… At Triple Creek Ranch, the pleasures may change with the seasons but the programme is always intense. The homemade cookies are a small clue to the hospitality of William and Leslie McConnel, and the way they will look after you during your stay. An exceptional address that immerses you in the wild America of Westerns, and offers an intense moment of excitement for those who dare to go rafting down the Salmon River - the famous “River of No Return”.
From your cosy room and the magnificent hand-hewn log lodge, admire stunning views of the Rockies, the mountains made famous by so many great Westerns. As you gallop horseback across the splendid terrain, transport yourself to another world: you are the cowboy. Back at the ranch, dive into the pool or try your hand at fly fishing, and enjoy a remarkable breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared under the direction of the chef.
In the most historic district of Santa Fe with its “Pueblo” charm, this beautiful and mysterious property features luxurious décor enhanced by East Indian and Tibetan antiques, oriental carpets, and nomadic textiles. Handcrafted pieces as well as spectacular tile mosaics blend with the legendary architecture of this region marked by an intertwined Native American and Spanish heritage. It’s a melting pot of cultures and colors that invites you to embark on a sensory voyage. Enjoy world-class opera, outdoor activities including hiking, skiing, and golf, or discover the works of world-renowned painters and sculptors in this enchanting city.
Built as a private residence for a prominent local family in 1900 and recently classified as a historical landmark, Hôtel St Germain has the sumptuous allure of a French hotel particulier with exceptional old world service, thoroughly modern amenities and memorable fine dining. The gracefully appointed interiors combine to evoke the haunting, exotic beauty of nineteenth -century New Orleans. Truly a cosmopolitan retreat, Hotel St Germain is merely steps away from the bustle of the Dallas Center for the Performing Arts, the Winspear Opera House and Meyerson Symphony Center. A true European urban sanctuary, which offers a unique destination experience, where fine dining and the art of gracious living are celebrated and are a personal reflection of the Proprietors’ French heritage.
Deep in the Texas countryside, this ranch with its elegant interiors featuring leather and silky fabrics, offers you the chance to live the life of a wrangler, surrounded by horses and vistas of rolling hills. Your stay, in one of only four private casitas or five haciendas within the 120 hectares of this ecological property, opens up a world of possibilities for unforgettable treks on horseback while the land supplies fresh produce for Chef. The extraordinary breakfasts are the moment to plan your day and it's a tough choice between swimming in the pool, organic gardening lessons, trap shooting, treks, therapeutic treatments, fly fishing and all of the other activities of a gentleman-farmer.
Hotel Les Mars is an exquisite jewel located in Healdsburg, a small town offering the magic of the wine country lifestyle: Exquisite food and wine, art galleries, and boutique shopping. Meticulous attention to detail sets Hotel Les Mars apart. From the limestone façade and wrought ironwork of its exterior to its dramatic interior finishes and antique furnishing, every element has been chosen to enrich your stay. Nearby, country roads meander through vineyards and rolling hills to more than 100 world-class wineries and tasting rooms including nearby appellations Chalk Hill, Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley. Experience the treasure of the Sonoma Wine Country from the luxury of one of its loveliest jewels.
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In the heart of Napa Valley, one of the most prestigious wine-producing areas in the United States, Meadowood invites you to embark on a unique tasting journey in the company of the estate’s very own wine educator, a master sommelier who loves to share his passion. With his guidance, guests may enhance their knowledge and enjoyment of wine while relaxing on the estate or through private tours and tastings at legendary wineries. For dining, The Restaurant at Meadowood is one of the best in the region under the direction of starred Chef Christopher Kostow. In the cosy lodges, guest rooms or suites with decks and views of the fairways or the forested hillsides – everything comes together to ensure sweet dreams.
At the heart of the cabernet-sauvignon, merlot and chardonnay vines of Napa Valley, the French restaurateur Claude Rouas has created a discreet and elegant hotel hidden amongst a grove of olive trees that evoke his love of Provence in the South of France. A handful of houses perched on the hillside offer spacious “maisons” with private terraces where aged French oak floors, colourful chenille fabrics, abstract paintings and fireplaces create an air of romance. The Mediterranean-inspired cuisine features the very best of the region. The spa, which also draws its cue from the land, proposes treatments based on grapes, olives, herbs, flowers, mud and minerals. The 15,000 bottles in the wine cellar promise an oenophile’s journey to the wine heaven as you watch the sun setting on the horizon.
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Thomas Keller’s technique has become so famous that Pixar studios called upon his expertise when making the film Ratatouille. You may not get a chance to taste it in his restaurant “The French Laundry” but the revisited ratatouille served at the end of the film is his invention. At the heart of Napa Valley, this chef, who also wows New York with his Per Se restaurant, has created one of the best tables in California. Working closely with Chef de Cuisine Timothy Hollingsworth and the best producers in the region, he and his team concoct voluntarily minimalist dishes, where products such as oysters and truffles are savoured in a series of scripted mouthfuls. The idea behind this “sequencing” of the meal is to multiply the surprises, in a restaurant that renews its menu… every day. Don’t be surprised by the freshness that bursts in your mouth: the herbs and vegetables are straight from the garden.
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Roast quail stuffed with morels, leeks and pine nuts, steamed shellfish with a Thai curry, seared sea scallops with Spring vegetables… The cuisine of Gary Danko, the ambassador of contemporary American fine dining, draws on culinary traditions from around the world. Using seasonings from Asia and India, he adds a pinch of audacity to his French-style precision and technique. The results are sublime, and balanced, often showcasing strictly seasonal flavours such as his foie gras served with cherries in spring and roast figs in autumn. The food is pure sophistication, to be savoured in an intimate and welcoming ambiance - taupe walls enhanced by modern paintings - in one of San Francisco’s trendiest districts.
It was in front of the stunning scenery of Big Sur that Henry Miller said that he learnt to pray. To take the time to meditate in front of the immensity of these cliffs which seem to plunge down into the ocean, the little village of artists of Carmel-by-the-Sea is the ideal base. Halfway between San Francisco and the coast of Santa Barbara, inhabited by seals, whales and other marine mammals, the village - where Clint Eastwood was once mayor - will charm you with its many art galleries and pebble beaches. You will drop your bags at a romantic hotel built in 1929. The interior designer Kathleen Fink has decorated it with the most beautiful antiques and fabrics from Europe. Delicious cuisine, a wine cellar with over 4,500 bottles, massages and a short stroll to Carmel beach will give this address a special place in your heart, in the footsteps of the author.
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The waterfalls and granite domes of Yosemite National Park make it one of America's most spectacular natural sites. And when you stay at the Château du Sureau, you will be ideally placed to explore it. You will love this majestic château, reminiscent of the finest châteaux in Europe. Its elegant interior, featuring guest rooms named after fragrant herbs and flowers, is resplendent with fine antiques, tapestries and artwork. The chef showcases the freshest Californian produce in sophisticated, flavourful dishes, enhanced by a dash of the Mediterranean, and accompanied by the region's finest wines.
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Inside the huge Walt Disney Concert Hall – a steel complex of venues at the heart of Los Angeles - the renowned German chef Joachim Splichal has created one of the city's most prized tables. An elegant restaurant with a pure and modern decor, Californian cuisine is infused with European influences. The trademark of Patina is fresh seasonal products highlighted by sophisticated presentations. The flavours are distinct in each dish, sweet or salty, but are always magnified out by herbs, exotic spices or bursts of acidity such as in the grilled Scottish salmon with baby artichokes and blood orange, or the Mediterranean loup de mer with minestrone and pesto croutons. The caviar guéridon and the variety of cheeses are two other reasons to visit this prestigious address.
Near the chic beaches of La Jolla and Del Mar, this Spanish colonial-style complex stands in sixteen hectares of grounds set on the hillside, amongst the eucalyptus and orange trees, cacti and hibiscus. Inside the tiled roof bungalows, there are treasures of craftsmanship including hand-painted Mexican pottery and Berber rugs on the floors. An ochre-coloured building is home to a spa with Latin influences. Here, you can take a bath in a private garden and choose the formula to suit your mood: “tonic” with orange, tangerine and black pepper; “anti-stress”, with sandalwood and lavender; or “relaxing”, with basil, pine and lemon. Couples will love the treatment rooms for two and the massages with bergamot and terracotta. As well as walking, tennis, golf and soaking up the sun, discover San Diego and its historic Gaslamp Quarter famous for the gas lanterns that continue to illuminate the night.
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In four short years Addison has established itself as one of the finest culinary experiences in Southern Californa. Chef William Bradley’s artisanal approach to cooking, based on admiration for French cuisine, draws inspiration from the seasons. Ever attentive to the purity of flavours, he enhances the products by drawing on their inherent properties like for instance Dover sole meunière with kumquat confit and wild sorrel. The collection of 36,000 bottles of wine – under the enlightened direction of Jesse Rodriguez – offers infinite opportunities for the perfect pairing of wine and food.
In the legendary rugged Montana ranch land lies The Ranch at Rock Creek, located on over 2,500 hectares of lush hay meadows and rolling foothills, framed by distant snow-capped peaks. At this classic ranch, outstanding staff, superb amenities and spectacular scenery meet an array of activities. Popular pursuits include horseback riding on spectacular trails, fly fishing on the Blue Ribbon Rock Creek, fishing the ranch’s stocked trout ponds, hiking, wildlife watching, mountain biking, sporting clays, archery and more. A dedicated team of activities staff helps guests select what suits them best. History buffs can visit nearby historic ghost towns, while lovers of the West can experience a rodeo. After a vigorous day outdoors, the excellent spa provides welcome relaxation. The Ranch at Rock Creek offers the feel of the true West without sacrificing true comfort.
