La Ponche Hotel
Centrally located charming & elegant luxury waterfront hotel
This exquisite five star hotel is all about elegance and luxury and is dedicated to Jacques Cordier’s work.
In a display of discreet luxury and elegance, all of the guest rooms are unique and many of have a private terrace that offers sea and village views. There is a restaurant, a bar and a small but elegant lounge filled with wonderful paintings and artwork.
Hotel de La Ponche is the ideal place for following the season’s finest regattas such as the Giraglia Rolex, the coupe du Bailli de Suffren and the Voiles de Saint-Tropez.
The hotel is open from the April until early November.
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The neighbourhood
The hotel is entangled in one of the oldest neighbourhoods of the village, five minutes from the port and the central square Place des Lices.
The pool
Guests have access to a small private beach.
The Bar
The hotel's bar offers a convivial place for sharing goood moments and homemade cocktails. The bar offers a relaxing atmosphere set aside from Saint-Tropez’s hussle and bustle.
The Restaurant
The genuine gastronomic dishes of the restaurant are served in an air-conditioned dining room or on the terrace providing stunning sea views. The faithful staff gives a personal and warm welcome which is much appreciated by the guests.
Child policy
Families are welcome in the hotel. All children under 2 years stay free of charge, all older children or adults are charged 100 Euros per person per night for extra beds.
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Pearl Beach Villa, Gassin
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Bella Villa
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Lou Villa, Grimaud
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Martin Villa, Gassin
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Bella Vista Villa, Sainte-Maxime
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Villa Belrose Hotel
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Kube Hotel
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Chateau de la Messardiere Spa Hotel
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La Garbine Hotel, Pampelonne
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Les Bouis Hotel, Ramatuelle
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Things to do nearby
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One Week Yacht Charter Itineraries
Experience the French Riviera your way with 212 yachts, using one of their sample itineraries or with a specialised itinerary created just for you, based on what you like and don't like, as well as their own expertise.
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Pampelonne & Cap Camarat Boat Trip
Running every Wednesday, this trip departs from St Tropez, taking you on a tour to discover the beautiful landscapes and beaches along the coast.
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Private Coastal Boat Trip
This is a great way to come and discover the beautiful village of Saint Tropez. Sit back and relax aboard the Brigantin II boat as the experienced crew takes you on a memorable trip around the Bay of Canoubiers.
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Coastal Boat Trip
This is a great way to come and discover the beautiful village of Saint Tropez. Sit back and relax aboard the Brigantin II boat as the experienced crew takes you on a memorable one hour guided boat tour. During the cruise you will be shown the old village, the famous beaches and the spectacular millionaire's bay. A full commentary is available in English.
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Gulf of Saint Tropez Boat Trip
Running every Saturday, this trip departs from St Tropez, taking you on a tour to discover the beautiful landscapes around the Gulf of St Tropez.
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Regatta Boat Trip
This is a great way to come and discover the beautiful village of Saint Tropez. Sit back and relax aboard the Brigantin II boat as the experienced crew takes you on a memorable one hour guided boat tour.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Saint Tropez
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The Pationata Restaurant
This restaurant is situated within the luxury Hotel de Paris and is run by the Michelin Starred chef Philippe Guerin.
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L'Isoletta Restaurant
The restaurant of the Bastide de Saint-Tropez hotel is run by Sardinian chef, Alessandro Caria, and his team.
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Cucina at Byblos Restaurant
The restaurant Cucina Byblos, welcomes guests warmly to a colourful and resolutely contemporary setting, in which a relaxed atmosphere reigns supreme.
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La Ponche Restaurant
The gourmet restaurant’s secluded dining room offers a splendid view on Saint-Tropez’s bay. In total secrecy, the hosts can dream along as they admire beautiful landscapes that resemble works of art.
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Matsuhisa Restaurant
Discover pan-Asian cuisine in all its splendour, with breathtaking views of the Pampelonne Bay.
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Les Toits Lounge
A magical place that gives you the feeling of being suspended between sky and sea, overlooking the sunbaked rooftops of Saint-Tropez and the wonderful Mediterranean Sea.
Nightlife nearby
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Les Caves du Roy Nightclub
Set within the chic 5 star Byblos hotel is one of the most exclusive night spots in Saint Tropez.
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The Atrium Bar
This modern bar is situated within the famous Hotel de Paris which was once graced by stars such Coco Chanel, Jean Cocteau and Clarke Gable.
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White 1921 Bar
Offering a delightful garden, the corner bar is open every evening from 20:00. A cellar of superior champagnes can be tasted by the glass.
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Bar du Port
One of the trendiest bars in Saint Tropez, the Bar du Port has been in the Chaix family since 1963, and with the architect Chrisophe Pillet, the owners have recently updated the decor.
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Gaïo Restaurant, Bar & Nightclub
Formerly the Papagayo nightclub, this is another of the legendary nightclubs in Saint Tropez where you can expect to have a wild night and party with the stars.
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Le Sporting Bar & Restaurant
Owned by a former Breton fisherman who drives this café-brasserie in a very friendly atmosphere.
Beaches nearby
Beaches in Saint-Tropez
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La Ponche Beach
Plage de la Ponche and its neighbour Plage de la Fontanette are two lovely beaches which you can access directly from the heart of the village.
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Graniers Beach
Plage des Graniers is a beautiful, small sandy bay surrounded by greenery and a few Provençal villas.
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Bouillabaisse Beach
La Bouillabaisse is a more low-key option to the swanky beach clubs on Pampelonne beach and is situated closer to the town of Saint Tropez.
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Canoubiers Beach
This beach is situated around the coastline from Plage des Graniers, and sits close to the main road of Route des Salins, so access from St-Tropez town is fairly easy.
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Salins Beach
Located north of the infamous stretch known as Pampelonne beach and about 7km from the town of Saint-Tropez, Plage des Salins is a little slice of wilderness.
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Pampelonne Beach
Pampelonne Beach is the beach most people associate with Saint-Tropez. This is where you will find the A-listers, the famous beach clubs, and the super yachts resting in the bay.
Sights nearby
Sights in Saint-Tropez
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Eglise Notre Dame de l'Assomption
This Italian baroque-style church topped by a bell tower was built in 1784. It is one of the most recognisable sights in Saint-Tropez, with its bright ochre and earthy sienna coloured bell tower.
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Chapelle de la Misericorde
La Chapelle de la Miséricorde, referred as the Black Penitent Brotherhood Chapel was built in the 17th century and is located Rue Gambetta, in the former quarter of the seamen's families.
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Les Tours
As a result of being a coastal town and needing to protect itself from attack, St-Tropez became well-fortified early on in its history. You can now visit three towers scattered across the city's coastline.
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Musee d'Histoire Maritime
Recently renovated, this modern museum is located in the dungeon of the village's Citadel, allowing visitors to discover the true identity of Saint-Tropez as a maritime city through its last 500 years of history.
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Place des Lices
A great place to go for a walk under the shadows of the 100-year old plane trees, it seems like time has stopped at the Place des Lices. Here you can still watch the locals play a game of boules every morning, before going for a Pastis at the time of apéritif.
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La Maison des Papillons - Butterfly Museum
The Butterfly Museum is located in the old town, spread across two floors, the collection houses an enormous quantity of different species. There are over 35,000 specimens, including rare types from Africa and South America.
Golf-clubs nearby
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Royal Mougins Golf Course
Founded in 1993, the Royal Mougins Golf Club is a course of exceptional quality. Designed by world-famous American architect, the late Robert von Hagge, the par 71, 18-hole course extends for 6,004 m through a lush, wooded vale.
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Beauvallon Golf Course, Grimaud
Located in Grimaud, 3km from Saint Tropez and 10km from Saint Tropez, Beauvallon Golf Club spreads out on 40 acres overlooking the stunning Saint Tropez bay.
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Blue Green Sainte-Maxime Golf Course, Sainte Maxime
This friendly and relaxed golf club boasts fabulous views of the Provencal countryside on one side and the sparkling waters of the Riviera on the other.
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Blue Green l'Esterel Golf Course, Saint Raphael
The golf course is situated near the famous Riviera resort of Saint Raphael on the outskirts of Cap Esterel.
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Golf Course De Roquebrune Resort, Roquebrune-Sur-Argens
Enjoy the best of both worlds at this stunning golf course, with the sparkling waters of the Riviera on one side and the wild Maure mountains on the other.
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Saint Tropez Golf Course, Gassin
Located 5 minutes away from Saint Tropez and the famous Pampelonne beach, this beautiful 110 hectares domain is of rare beauty.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Saint-Tropez
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Saint Tropez, Golfe de Saint Tropez
The most glamorous town in the Var is undoubtedly Saint-Tropez. In early spring the tourists start to flock to this old fishing village to catch a glimpse of a movie star, shop at the beautiful boutiques, sip a pastis at one of the cafés on the port or just people watch and enjoy the towns flamboyant residents.
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Sainte-Maxime
Sheltered from the winds by hills that rise behind the coast, the popular beach resort of Sainte Maxime sits on the coast between Frejus and Saint Tropez.
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Port Grimaud
Port-Grimaud is a purpose built Venetian-style Provençal village that looks as if it has been there for centuries. In the sixties Alsatian-born architect François Spoerry bought a large piece of swamp by the coast and over four years created one of the most successful property developments in France.
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Gassin, Golfe de Saint Tropez
Located on a steep hill, Gassin is known as one of "the most beautiful villages in France" and has an unrivalled panoramic view of the Golfe de St. Tropez.
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Ramatuelle
A village clinging to a hill side, visible from afar, a cluster of houses that are grouped in a dense fortification. Known as a "village perché", it is a striking feature of the Provence landscape. Close to the Mediterranean sea, on the peninsula of St. Tropez, you find two such villages: Ramatuelle and Gassin.
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Cogolin
Cogolin is a charming old village in the hills above Saint Tropez. There is also Port Cogolin which is a modern, purpose-built marina filled by beautiful boats.