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Travelers who want to visit St.-Tropez but dread the annual crowds will love the coast’s newest hideaway: La Réserve Resort & Spa. The sister property to the renowned collection of La Réserve apartments in Paris, the Côte d’Azur newcomer is located in Ramatuelle, in the hillside above St. Tropez, with sweeping views of the sea and sky.
There are twenty-three rooms, a spa that offers La Mer treatments, and twelve Mediterranean-inspired villas. Don’t come here expecting Provençal prints and wrought-iron beds. Envisioned by contemporary designer Jean-Michel Wilmotte (and a member of Design Hotels group), La Réserve Ramatuelle has a distinctive sleek look. The rooms come with either a private terrace or garden, and all feature contemporary furniture that was designed exclusively for the spaces here. The 10,000 square-foot spa continues in the hotel’s soothing, all-natural color palette. It comprises an indoor and outdoor pool, a steam bath and a fitness center with a Kinesis Wall.
La Réserve’s eatery, called Le Restaurant, is overseen by Eric Canino, a protégé of legendary French chef Michel Guérard. Of course, St.-Tropez’s restaurants and nightlife are just a short drive away, as is famous Pamplonne beach. Those who prefer to hide out can amble through Ramatuelle, a charming hilltop village and explore the gorgeous countryside.
Rooms from €400, villas from €4,000 per night (they can also be rented by the week).
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