La Baule, FranceBenoit
Le Saint-Christophe
Belle Époque seaside villas
Belle Époque seaside villas
The four coastal pavilions feel like a private family estate, clustered around an enclosed flower garden just off the beach.
What it’s good at
Notable
British wallpapers and eclectic antique furnishings decorate rooms across four historic coastal pavilions.
Notable
Four early-twentieth-century coastal villas designed with granite walls and Art Deco mosaics.
Listed
Continuous seaside hospitality in residential Quartier Benoît since its initial 1913 opening.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
a set of four century-old villas containing a total of 39 rooms and suites, each one differing in layout and décor
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
La Baule's beach sits a hundred metres away, a short walk past the historic holiday villas of Quartier Benoît.
The rooms
Each bedroom has an individual layout across the four pavilions, finished with British wallpaper and vintage wooden furniture.
Restaurant
La Table du Saint-Christophe
The kitchen prepares local seafood from the Guérande peninsula, served in the dining room or out on the garden terrace.
At the table
The lounge bar has bold red walls and leopard carpet, pouring afternoon tea by day and cocktails before dinner.
How it began
In 1913, a physician's widow built the first villa so her young son could benefit from fresh sea air.
La Baule
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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.