Saint-Tropez, FranceRamatuelle
Hôtel Villa Marie Saint-Tropez
Pine-shaded Riviera villa
Ramatuelle Saint-Tropez, France
Opened
2001
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe ResortOutside the door
The house
Maisons & Hôtels SibuetPine-shaded Riviera villa
The estate runs like a private country house, trading the noise of Saint-Tropez for quiet days under the pines.
“From the moment of your arrival, this discreet terra-cotta-tiled compound surrounded by pine-dotted gardens feels more like a private villa than a hotel.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Jocelyne Sibuet decorates the rooms with painted Florentine antiques and seashell mosaics.
Notable
Quiet terrace dining pairs fresh Mediterranean catch with Luberon wines from Domaine de Marie.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
Villa Marie makes its home just over the hill in sleepy Ramatuelle, ten minutes’ drive from St. Tropez proper… but far enough for a little honest rest and relaxation.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The pine-covered hills of Ramatuelle surround the property. Pampelonne Beach is a ten-minute drive down the coast.
The rooms
Most rooms open onto private sun terraces, with wrought-iron canopy beds and freestanding bathtubs inside.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated freshwater pool is carved directly into hillside rock, finished in celadon to resemble a natural lagoon.
The spa
Treatment rooms are decorated with seashell mosaics, and therapies include hot shell massages and jasmine wraps.
The gym
Wooden NOHRD trainers and WaterRower machines fill the fitness pavilion, which looks out toward the pine canopy.
Dolce Vita Restaurant
Tables sit beneath a glass-roofed conservatory or out on the terrace, serving bouillabaisse and Provençal vegetable tians.
At the table
Tucked beneath terracotta tiles, the stone pool bar serves Bellinis and spritzes right to the sun loungers.
How it began
A dilapidated hillside hotel was completely rebuilt in 2001, modeled after an Italian country villa.
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Our shorthand
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.