Cliffside Catalan villa
A restored Catalan family home sits above the bay, with terraced gardens dropping straight down to the sea for swimming.
What it’s good at
Notable
Minimalist interiors of terracotta and woven wicker open to terraced cliffside gardens.
Listed
Eighteen sea-facing rooms with private balconies and terraces overlooking the Mediterranean.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Les Roches Brunes clings to the rocky hillside, enveloped in gardens and greenery.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Collioure's royal castle sits just across the water, reachable by a quiet walking path along the bay.
The rooms
Every room looks straight out to sea, with private terraces or balconies finished in wicker and warm terracotta.
Restaurant Mamma
Terrace tables under parasols look out across the bay. The kitchen serves fresh rockfish suquet and local natural wines.
At the table
Woven pendant lamps hang above the slatted timber counter, where bartenders mix cocktails infused with Catalan botanicals.
How it began
A local couple restored the estate in 2021, rescuing an eighty-year-old family residence that had once fallen into ruin.
Collioure
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.