Airelles Saint-Tropez, Château de la Messardière

Overview

An icon of the French Riviera, Château de La Messardière stands as a testament to timeless romance and aristocratic grandeur. Originally built in the 19th century as a wedding gift and later transformed into a legendary gathering place during the Roaring Twenties, this magnificent palace has evolved into Saint-Tropez's most distinguished luxury retreat. Following an extensive renovation and grand reopening in 2021, the Château achieved coveted Palace status, cementing its position as an unrivaled destination where historical charm meets modern opulence.

Perched majestically in the hills above Saint-Tropez and surrounded by the Ramatuelle vineyards, the Château is a haven of umbrella pines, cypress trees and jasmine with 32 idyllic acres to call its own. Time stands still here and spellbinding views unfold at every turn, with four distinct pools offering different perspectives on paradise: a terrace swimming pool with panoramic views over Pampelonne Bay, the 25-meter Belvedere Pool overlooking the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, a lap pool nestled in peaceful gardens, and an adults-only indoor spa pool. The resort's sophisticated beach club, Jardin Tropézina, designed by luxury French brand iKKim'O, extends the Château's elegance to the shores of Pampelonne Bay.

A culinary destination in its own right, the Château presents an extraordinary collection of dining venues. La Table de La Messardière offers Mediterranean cuisine and sweeping views from its elegant terrace, while Matsuhisa Saint-Tropez, by renowned Chef Nobu, serves Japanese-Peruvian cuisine overlooking the bay. The laid-back Italian oasis Palladio provides lantern-lit dining beneath the stars, and La Table du Chef offers intimate garden-to-table experiences amid the Château's vegetable gardens. At Jardin Tropézina, Michelin-starred Chef Jean-François Piège crafts Mediterranean delicacies steps from the sea, while Bar 1904 captivates with cocktails paying tribute to cultural icons, from Fitzgerald's favorite gin tipple to Picasso's beloved absinthe.

The over 10,000-square-foot Airelles Spa by Valmont provides a luxurious sanctuary where traditional techniques meet cutting-edge science. This soothing retreat features nine treatment rooms, a hammam, sauna, and a beautiful garden shaded by pines, along with signature treatments like the Soin Majestueux and personalized Beauty Coach sessions. Active pursuits are equally well-catered for with padel and tennis courts, an outdoor gym, and custom adventures arranged by the luxury concierge team. Younger guests discover their own paradise at the Airelles Summer Camp, complete with a private pool, treehouse, trampolines, mini-farm, and endless possibilities for entertainment.

High above the glittering bay, Château de La Messardière offers what few properties in Saint-Tropez can – a private paradise where guests can retreat into tranquility or venture into the heart of the Riviera's most legendary resort town, always returning to an elegant haven they can call their own.