Airelles Château de la Messardière Saint‑Tropez 5*
A Belle Époque palace perched above Pampelonne Bay.
Where historic grandeur, gourmet artistry and serene Mediterranean gardens converge at Saint‑Tropez’s peak.
Hotel Overview
Perched on 12 hectares of parasol pines overlooking Pampelonne, Château de la Messardière blends 19th‑century splendour with Airelles’ modern refinement. Reopened after a complete renovation in 2021, it now offers 28 classical rooms and 71 suites—many with sea or garden views—surrounded by jasmine‑scented gardens and shaded terraces. The estate feels both monumental and intimate: a palace, but warmly cocooned in Provençal lushness
The Facilities at a Glance
Dining includes five distinct venues—garden‑side Mediterranean at La Table, Italian‑leaning Palladio, Peruvian‑Japanese fusion at Matsuhisa, Provence‑inspired at L’Auberge des Maures, and beachside dining at Jardin Tropezina. A lavish breakfast buffet features pastries by world-renowned pastry chef Cédric Grolet, presented daily with panoramic bay views. The Valmont spa offers indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, hammam and signature treatments. Facilities include four outdoor pools, tennis and padel courts, Summer Camp villa for children, and complimentary Rolls‑Royce transfers to Jardin Tropezina or Salon Messardière
Our Personal Recommendations
We strongly recommend reserving one of the Pool Suite Villas or Belvédère Suites for privacy, garden serenity and postcard‑worthy views of Pampelonne Bay. Take advantage of the complimentary Rolls‑Royce transfers to Saint‑Tropez village or the hotel’s private beach club, Jardin Tropezina. Don’t miss the iconic breakfast experience featuring signature creations by Cédric Grolet, best enjoyed on the terrace as the hills wake in golden light. Late afternoons are for Valmont spa rituals and sunset apéritifs beside cypress and jasmine.
