Chateau Saint-Martin & SpavsHotel La Ponche
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa ranks significantly higher than Hotel La Ponche. Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa ranks #14 in French Riviera with praise from 3 publications such as Forbes Travel Guide, Frommer's and The Telegraph.
Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa
2490 Avenue des Templiers, BP 102, 06142 Vence
From $306/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
The Telegraph
9.0
"No-holds-barred elegance since the 12th century." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Once a fortified Roman structure and a 12th-century Templar Knight commandery, Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa is now the epitome of classic French elegance along the Côte d'Azur." Full review
Frommer's
"The hotel complex is shared by a mere handful of guests, who revel in the vast infinity pool, the outdoor Oliveraie grill restaurant set in an ancient olive grove, and mammoth château suites" Full review
Hotel La Ponche
Port des Pecheurs, (Closed until February 14th, 2008), 83990 Saint-Tropez
From $251/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"Large windows admit plenty of sunlight into the 18 guest rooms, which are decorated with tiled floors, white linens, fresh flowers, and original watercolor seascapes." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"You'll find simple elegance, charming service and spacious rooms with views over the town or sea at La Ponche, tucked into one of the older, quieter districts of St Tropez." Full review
Gayot
"Refined hotel filled with Jacques Cordier's canvases."
Travel + Leisure
"Hôtel La Ponche is somewhat of a legend in St.-Tropez...rooms each named for a famous guest were brightened with ivory hues and sheer curtains and furnished with a mix of vintage and custom-made piece"