Le Phébus
Refined Provençal family property — stone walls, terracotta floors, buttery linens, and Luberon views. Elegant but never stuffy. The kind of place where the chef-owner actually knows your name.
Book a room with a Luberon view — the entry Garrigue rooms face the surrounding scrubland, while Superior rooms and above get the valley panorama
Why It Matters
Xavier Mathieu has held a Michelin star continuously since 2001, making La Table de Xavier Mathieu one of the most enduring starred restaurants in Provence. The property sits on medieval remains linked to the Knights of the Order of Malta and is classified as a historical monument. It's been a family operation for five generations.
Le Phébus & Spa is a 5-star Relais & Châteaux property built into a dry stone Provençal farmhouse on a site listed as a historical monument, perched between the famous hilltop villages of Gordes and Roussillon in the Luberon. Chef-owner Xavier Mathieu and his family run the place with a warmth that corporate hotel groups simply can't replicate — he's held his Michelin star since 2001. The 30 rooms and suites, independent Provençal mas, and the extravagant 500 sqm Villa des Anges sit within a 4-hectare park scented with garrigue and lavender.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Deluxe Room
A significant size jump at 38–57 sqm, with a terrace overlooking the vast park and Luberon valleys. King-size 200x200 bed, deckchairs on the terrace, and both a shower and a bathtub. A proper step up from the Superior category.
King (200x200cm) · 47 sqm
Garrigue Room
The entry-level room at Le Phébus. Elegant and luminous with views over the surrounding garrigue scrubland rather than the valley. On the smaller end at 23–33 sqm, but well-appointed with the full set of amenities. Honest about the trade-off: the valley view rooms are worth the upgrade.
King (180x200cm) · 28 sqmGrand Prestige Suite
The largest room in the main building at 80–130 sqm, with large volumes and a fireplace (chimney) that makes it an excellent choice for shoulder-season stays. Terrace with garden furniture for four, bathtub and shower, extra bed available.
King (200x200cm) · 105 sqmJunior Suite with Private Pool
The game-changer for couples. At 42 sqm, the room itself isn't enormous, but the private swimming pool off the terrace more than compensates. Step straight from bed to your own pool — and back again. Bathtub and shower in the bathroom.
King · 42 sqmPrestige Suite with Private Pool
The Prestige Suite at 50 sqm balances history and modernity — bathed in light, with its own private swimming pool. A separate door divides the bedroom from the sitting area. Extra bed available for families or a third guest.
King (200x200cm) · 50 sqmProvençal Mas
An independent 150 sqm Provençal farmhouse with 2 standard bedrooms and 1 suite. The main suite is 80 sqm with a terrace overlooking the Luberon, fireplace, bathroom with bathtub, and a jacuzzi. Each of the two bedrooms is 33 sqm with its own terrace and en-suite bathtub. Three independent terraces with sunbathing and outdoor seating. Ideal for a small group or family wanting more space and independence.
150 sqmSuite
The spacious Suite at 53–60 sqm delivers panoramic Luberon views from a terrace or balcony. Full bathtub-shower configuration, extra bed available for a third guest, and garden furniture for two. Genuinely comfortable for a longer stay.
King (200x200cm) · 56 sqmSuperior Room
The upgrade that's worth making. Same footprint as the Garrigue room (23–33 sqm) but with a terrace or balcony and direct views of the Luberon mountains. The Provençal light hits differently from up here, especially at sunset.
King (180x200cm or 200x200cm) · 28 sqmVilla Haute Couture (Villa des Anges)
The ultimate option: an exclusive 500 sqm villa with 7 suites sleeping up to 14 people. Fully self-contained with large living rooms and fireplaces, a fully equipped kitchen, 7,000 sqm of guarded private park planted with Provençal species, a 12x6m heated private pool, fitness room, and pétanque court. Butler, housekeeper, and chef de cuisine included if desired. The closest thing to having your own Provençal estate while still accessing the hotel's restaurant and spa.
500 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Collective or private cooking classes led by the Michelin-starred chef himself. Sessions cover Provençal recipes and technique — accessible to beginners and enthusiasts alike. From €135 per person.
Explore the Luberon by electric bike or vintage vehicle, accompanied by a gourmet picnic designed by Chef Mathieu. From €65 per person. A properly Provençal afternoon.
The surrounding Luberon offers walking trails through lavender fields, the Sentier des Ocres in Roussillon, and forested areas. The hotel can arrange itineraries and information.
Traditional French pétanque court on the Villa des Anges grounds.
Reserve a private poolside cabana for two with water, fruit basket, bathrobes, towels, and slippers, plus access to spa facilities. Upgrade to include lunch at Café de la Fontaine. From €95 per cabana (2 people), or from €155/person with the gourmet lunch package.
Private on-site tennis court available to guests.
The hotel can arrange wine tasting excursions to local Luberon vineyards. Côtes du Luberon and nearby Côtes du Rhône appellations are within easy driving distance.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
70 sqm (753 sq ft) of meeting space available for seminars and private events.
Outdoor fitness trail through the property grounds.
Equipped with elliptical bike, treadmill, guided load device, and stationary bikes. Located within the spa.
Extensive manicured grounds with Provençal plantings, the hotel's vegetable garden, orchard, and henhouse — reflecting the property's commitment to eco-responsible sourcing.
Pets are permitted at the property; charges may apply.
The signature stone-lined pool with views over the surrounding Luberon countryside. A genuine showpiece.
Indoor pool within the spa complex, available with spa access (€40/day or included with treatment booking).
Outdoor jacuzzi and barrel hot tub available in the spa area.
On-site gift shop including a curated online gift store (lephebus.secretbox.fr).
In-room dining available during limited hours.
The hotel grows its own produce, maintaining an on-site kitchen garden, orchard, and henhouse to supply both restaurants with fresh, local ingredients.
Shuttle to nearby destinations available at a surcharge.
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