1792 route de la Corniche, Saint-Raphael, France | (586) 210-9239
Beachfront location with views of the Gulf of St. Tropez
Boathouse with free kayaks, canoes, and snorkeling equipment
Lovely rooms and suites with minibars, coffeemakers, and terraces
Some rooms have outdoor hot tubs and fireplaces
Buffet breakfast; plus seafront French restaurant open for lunch and dinner
Two outdoor swimming pools, and two hot tubs
Fitness center with sauna; beauty and relaxation treatments available
Private yoga sessions available (for a fee)
Yachts and water skiing equipment available for rent
Free on-site parking
Free Wi-Fi available throughout
Slightly isolated location
Beach is incredibly rocky
Additional fee for buffet breakfast
The upscale La Villa Mauresque is a boutique hotel with a beachfront location just outside of the port of Bouloris and Gulf of St. Tropez. While the location is a bit isolated, there are two beaches (apart from the hotel's private rocky beach) and a handful of restaurants within a six-minute walk. The 18 rooms and suites are spacious and feature amenities like minibars, coffeemakers, terraces, and free Wi-Fi; some even have outdoor hot tubs and fireplaces. There's a buffet breakfast each morning, though it's not included in room rates, as well as lunch and dinner at a seafront French restaurant. Several wellness features are available, including swimming pools, hot tubs, fitness center, sauna, and free kayaks and snorkel gear to borrow. As an alternative, Hotel Les Roches Rouges is a more affordable option with beautiful gardens and interiors, about two miles east of La Villa Mauresque.
Scene
Secluded and romantic boutique hotel with stunning gardens and sea views
With an isolated location and private beachfront access, La Villa Mauresque is an ideal upscale hideaway spot. While the interiors are exquisite, the beautiful grounds are a main attraction here. Featuring lush green lawns, tall trees, manicured gardens, and hidden private sections; the gardens are ideal for finding a secluded spot in which to relax. There are two pools and two hot tubs (one covered for the chillier days) to aid in the relaxation. Breakfast can be enjoyed on the large seafront terrace under the shady trees, while lunch and dinner is available in the typically-French Bougainvillier restaurant. The private beach area is small, with only a handful of sun loungers and parasols as most of the space is dominated by the boathouse, rocks, and dock. Guests here are mostly leisure travelers, particularly couples looking for a romantic hideaway spot.
Location
Stunning beachfront location overlooking the Gulf of St. Tropez
La Villa Mauresque has a beachfront location with stunning views of the Gulf of St. Tropez and small private beach. The location just off the main provincial road means that it's a bit isolated, with no shops or restaurants within the immediate vicinity. The promennade des dounniers, a sea-front path, is just in front of the hotel and is lovely for casual strolls along the beautiful coastline. The de la Tortue Beach is a three-minute walk away and the de la Peguiere Beach is a five-minute walk. It's a six-minute walk to the port of Bouloris, where there are also a handful of restaurants and cafes along with a beach. Saint Raphael is a 10-minute drive. Frejus is a 20-minute drive from the hotel. The Boulouris-sur-Mer Train Station is a nine-minute walk from the hotel. It's a 45-minute drive from Cannes-Mandelieu Airport on the highway, or just over an hour's drive on the more scenic coastal route.
Rooms
Glamorous rooms with upscale amenities like minibars, coffeemakers, and terraces
The 18 rooms at La Villa Mauresque are elegant and finished with upscale furnishings and amenities. Each of the room and suite varieties feature an individual theme and design, though all have an underlying French flair. The decor is far from generic, with specialized items in each room, from an antique cabinet and four-poster bed to smaller decor items like a dog statue and worldly art collection. Most of the rooms overlook the sea, while others offer views of the pool or garden. Each has a small terrace/balcony. The Prestige Suite with an outdoor hot tub and large lounge area with a fireplace, is the most glamorous. Amenities in all rooms include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, fruit bowls, tea- and coffee-making facilities (including Nespresso machines), iPads, work desks, safes, and free Wi-Fi. Spacious bathrooms feature either walk-in showers and/or tubs or shower/tub combos along with hairdryers, magnifying mirrors, and Hermes toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers are provided.
Features
Buffet breakfast, French restaurant, outdoor swimming pools, fitness center, beauty treatments, and free water sports
The features at La Villa Mauresque are aimed towards creating the ultimate relaxing environment. Firstly, there's the buffet breakfast (for a fee) which can be enjoyed on the terrace, by the sea, or near the swimming pool. The French restaurant, Le Bougainvillier, is open for lunch and dinner with a Mediterranean and French-inspired a la carte menu. There are two outdoor swimming pools with surrounding sun loungers and parasols; one has a sea view. Both an outdoor and indoor hot tub, both featuring sea views, are available. There is a fitness center with a sauna as well as access to fitness and yoga coaches (upon reservation). Various beauty and relaxation treatments are on offer, which take place either in guests' rooms or on the seafront.The hotel has a boathouse and private port, offering free use of the available kayaks, sea canoes, mini catamaran, zodiak, and snorkeling equipment. Yachts, boats, and water skiing equipment are available to rent. There are also a handful of sun loungers and parasols on the small private and rocky beach in front of the hotel. On-site parking and Wi-Fi throughout the property are free.