Château de Valmer
Low-key Provençal elegance with genuine family character. Not a design hotel — more like staying at a very well-kept country estate where the food happens to be Michelin-starred. Organic, garden-to-table ethos. Adults and families both welcome. The grounds do most of the talking.
Request a Superior Room overlooking the vegetable garden (potager) — reviewers repeatedly call these the most atmospheric
Why It Matters
One Michelin star at La Palmeraie restaurant (Chef Alexandre Fabris, 2025–2026). Family-owned for over 75 years by the same family. Famous tree-house cabins perched in century-old oak trees. Private beach access at sister property La Pinède Plage, 400m away along a palm-lined path. Own organic vineyard producing estate rosé. Relais & Châteaux member.
A family-owned bastide on the quieter side of the Saint-Tropez peninsula, Château de Valmer has been run by the Rocchietta-Montloin family since 1949 — first as a guesthouse, now as a five-star Relais & Châteaux property. Set in five hectares of organic vineyards, century-old palm groves, and kitchen gardens, it sits 400 metres from Gigaro beach and about 15 minutes from the Saint-Tropez circus. The contrast is the whole point.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Double Room
Warm and elegant rooms overlooking the countryside or the patio. Situated on the first floor, combining comfort and refinement with a welcoming atmosphere. Decorated in refined Provençal style with contemporary accents.
Family Room Superior (4 persons)
Two double bedrooms with a dressing room, offering a harmonious space designed for family comfort. Contemporary and elegant.
2 Double BedsFamily Room Superior Sea View (4 persons)
Two bright double bedrooms on the first floor with exceptional sea views. Refined bathroom with bath and shower.
2 Double BedsFamily Room with Mezzanine
Double bedroom with balcony and an upstairs mezzanine with bunk beds or two separate beds. Located on an upper floor with garden views. Bathtub bathroom. Warm and elegant atmosphere.
Double + Bunk/Twin MezzanineFamily Suite
Bright and spacious, comprising a living room, a double bedroom, a mezzanine, and an adjoining bedroom. Located on the first floor with a private balcony overlooking the palm grove and swimming pool. Bathroom with bathtub.
Double + Extra BedroomFamily Tree House (Cabane Perchée Familiale)
Set in the heart of an oak tree, this family treehouse has a living room, a double bedroom, and a bedroom with bunk beds — ideal for children. A bathroom and large terrace look out over vineyards and countryside. Described as 'a child's dream come true.'
Double + Bunk BedsJunior Suite (Garden/Palm Grove View)
Spacious and bright, with double bedroom and lounge area. Located on the upper floor without a balcony, offering views of the palm grove. Bathroom with bathtub and/or shower.
DoubleJunior Suite with Balcony
Comfortable and bright suite combining elegance and comfort. Double bedroom with a sitting area on a mezzanine floor. Pool views from the balcony. Bathtub in the bathroom.
DoublePerched Cabin (Cabane Perchée — Couples)
Perched at the top of a hundred-year-old oak tree in the estate grounds. A bedroom with chest of drawers and desk, bathroom with shower, and a terrace with views over the vineyards and surrounding countryside. Built by renowned French treehouse architect Alain Laurens. A genuinely singular experience — waking up in a double bed 30 feet above the ground to the smell of red cedar.
Provençal Villa (Mas Provençal)
A standalone mas provençal-style house in the château grounds. Features a living room with fully equipped kitchen, terrace and private garden, two bedrooms each with a balcony, a dressing room, and a bathroom with both shower and bath. Ideal for families or guests wanting total independence.
2 Double BedsSuperior Room
Naturally elegant rooms with refined comfort. Located on the ground floor with a private terrace, or on the first floor with a balcony — opening onto either the organic vegetable garden or the palm grove by the pool. Bathroom with shower or bath.
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Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary bicycles available for guests to explore the surrounding area at their own pace — the peninsula has good cycling routes around Cap Lardier and towards La Croix-Valmer village.
Guided mountain biking in the local hills and coastal trails. Professionally supervised.
On-site boutique selling estate rosé wine, tableware, handicrafts, household linen, swimwear, fashion accessories and curated objects. A solid place to take home something from the estate.
Tailor-made guided walks and hikes in the Cap Lardier nature reserve — one of the most protected and scenic stretches of the Var coastline. Professionally supervised excursions.
Large heated outdoor pool set in the estate gardens. Sun loungers on the pool deck. Guests also access a second outdoor pool at La Pinède Plage.
Pétanque court in the garden under plane trees. Games available throughout the day and evening alongside aperitifs at Le Jardin. Very much part of the Provençal soul of the place.
Château guests have full access to the private sandy beach at sister hotel La Pinède Plage, 400 metres away via a majestic palm-lined avenue through the vineyards. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and towels provided. The walk through the vines is itself a draw.
Kayaking, paddle-boarding, and pedal-boating available directly from the private beach at La Pinède Plage. A sailing and diving school is nearby.
Guided yoga sessions on the estate, run by experienced professionals and adapted to all levels. Includes postures, stretching, strengthening and meditation. Pilates also offered at La Pinède Plage.
Two-day wellness immersion programs including a Clarins treatment, dinner, lunch, full spa access, a guided yoga session, and two supervised themed activities. Accommodation booked separately by phone.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Daily buffet breakfast on the palm grove terrace, 8:00am–10:30am. Pastries, house jams, seasonal fruit, charcuterie, and cheeses.
On-site organic vineyard producing AOC Côtes de Provence rosé, sold in the boutique and served in the restaurants.
On-site organic vegetable garden supplying both La Palmeraie and La Bastide restaurants with seasonal produce, herbs, and edible flowers.
Available on request for an extra charge.
Available during limited hours.
Pets welcome. Additional charges may apply.
Located within the adults-only spa; complimentary for hotel guests.
Shuttle service to La Pinède Plage private beach (400m away).
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