Saint-Martin Spa & Chateau, Vence
A sea breeze and a breath of fresh mountain air
Château Saint-Martin & Spa is a former 12th century Knights Templar Commandery with superb views over the sweep of the Côte d’Azur. A place of consummate natural beauty set in a 32 acre park, a high point on the French Riviera where sea and the mountains unite.
Château Saint-Martin & Spa is a prestigious five-star property, showcasing the finest "Art de Vivre à la Française." A part of the renowned Relais & Châteaux collection since 1970, it remains one of the gems of the French Riviera.
Enjoy an elegant and refined atmosphere, with fresh, clear air and breathtaking views over the Mediterranean coastline and the surrounding countryside. Escape to Le Spa Saint-Martin, a haven of relaxation by Sisley and Bamford, or indulge in the abundant flavours of the Riviera at the hotel's restaurants.
Step through a brick arch to the charming terrace of your suite, or ascend the narrow spiral staircase to your Honeymoon Duplex Suite perched at the top of the tower. Each suite is filled with character, reflecting the château's rich history. For those seeking more privacy, the hillside villas—crafted in traditional bastide style—offer a secluded escape.
All guest rooms are elegantly furnished with refined interiors, showcasing the owner's personal attention to detail. From every room, you'll enjoy magnificent views over the Côte d’Azur, stretching from Monaco to Nice.
The pool
Meander along the garden paths and the Château Saint-Martin & Spa will reveal one of its finest pleasures, the still blue infinity pool, seemingly spilling over the gentle slope of lawns.
Surrounded by century-old olive trees, the magnificent infinity pool is an incomparable setting for quiet contemplation, reviving on the fresh mountain air infused with the natural fragrances of south of France.
The Bar
Rare cognacs by the fireplace or classic cocktails on the terrace, Le Rossini is the most elegant setting for an evening on the French Riviera.
Guests have views right across the sweep of Côte d’Azur while inside the bar embodies regal splendour with 18th century objects d'art, an exquisite Musson timepiece and 200-year-old Gobelins tapestries.
The Restaurant
Château Saint-Martin & Spa invites guests to dine in the exquisite elegance of Le Saint Martin, the rustic charm of L’Oliveraie, or in Le 180°, which is dominated by the astounding views across the entire Côte d’Azur.
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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Luxury SMILE Yacht Trip
Located in Antibes
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Motorbike hire
Located in Nice
Based in Nice, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
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Sunset Boat Trip
Enjoy a wonderful, peaceful and fume-free journey along the French Riviera on a solar powered motor boat with a professional skipper.
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Luxury Rehab Yacht Trip
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Restaurants nearby
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La Table de Pierre Restaurant, St Paul de Vence
Located in Vence
La Table de Pierre offers refined, garden-led cuisine by Chef Emmanuel Lehrer in a romantic setting with views over the estate.
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Le Saint-Paul Restaurant, Saint Paul de Vence
Located in Vence
Laurent Paccini is the chef at this Relais & Châteaux hotel and brings the food of different cultures to his excellent Mediterranean restaurant in Saint-Paul de Vence.
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Toile Blanche Restaurant, St Paul de Vence
Located in Vence
Toile Blanche Le Restaurant offers fresh, seasonal dishes inspired by the Mediterranean, where simplicity meets creative flair.
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Le Saint-Martin Restaurant, Vence
Located in Vence
Gourmet restaurant of the Saint-Martin Spa & Chateau hotel to the north of Vence.
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La Colombe d'Or Restaurant, St Paul de Vence
Located in Vence
Enjoy refined regional cuisine in an iconic setting featuring original works by Picasso, Matisse, Miró and more.
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Restaurant La Fontaine, Saint-Paul de Vence
Located in Vence
In a cosy and contemporary atmosphere with an unusual setting, between old stone and exposed beams, a young team offers a Southern cuisine brought up to date.
Beaches nearby
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Plage du Cros de Cagnes Beach, Cagnes sur Mer
Located 10.2 km away
Plage du Cros de Cagnes is the main stretch of beach in Cagnes-Sur-Mer, running the length of the lively row of restaurants and bars that line the seafront.
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Plage des Bouches du Loup Beach, Villeneuve Loubet
Located 10.6 km away
Palm trees, sparkling blue waves and soft white sand make Plage des Bouches du Loup feel like a tropical paradise.
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Plages des Flots Bleus Beach, Saint Laurent du Var
Located 10.8 km away
Saint-Laurent-du-Var has one of the best-equipped waterfronts in terms of barely having to leave the beach all day - everything is right here.
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Plage de la Batterie Beach, Villeneuve Loubet
Located 11.1 km away
Right beside the marina, Plage de la Batterie (also known as Plage Villeneuve-Loubet) is a pleasant pebble beach with plenty of activities on offer.
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Plage du Carras Beach
Located 11.7 km away
Plage de Carras is a well-equipped “handiplage”, which has facilities and lifeguards to enable people with disabilities to enter the water safely.
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Plage de Lenval Beach
Located 11.8 km away
This public beach sits at the western end of the Promenade des Anglais and is situated near the Lenval hospital.
Sights nearby
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Cathedrale Saint-Michel, Sospel
The heart of the old town of Sospel opens out into a wide sunny square dominated by the colourful facade of the Saint-Michel cathedral.
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Fine Arts Museum (Musee des Beaux Arts)
Located in Nice
Located in the Baumettes neighbourhood, this Fine Arts museum is housed in an impressive 19th-century villa and contains an important collection of paintings and sculptures.
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Musee Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire, Villeneuve Loubet
This museum was set up by outstanding chef Auguste Escoffier who worked as head chef at the Savoy in London. He founded this museum which is dedicated to culinary art.
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Monastere de Saorge Monastery
Beautiful baroque architecture, examples of 17th- and 18th-century frescoes and furniture and a large terraced garden.
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Abbaye de Lerins Monastery (Lerins Abbey), Ile Saint-Honorat
Located in Cannes
Located on the island of Saint Honorat, the abbey is still occupied by monks. It's possible to receive a guided tour and re-charge your spiritual batteries.
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Asian Arts Museum
Located in Nice
The Asian Arts Museum was created by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange who created a wonderful white marble and glass construction that stands in the middle of a lake in Park Phoenix.
Golf-clubs nearby
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Royal Mougins Golf Course
Located in Mougins
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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Cannes-Mougins Golf Country Course
Located in Mougins
The Cannes-Mougins Golf Club provides all features you are expecting from a modern golf within an historical environment. The Cannes Country Club was founded in 1923 by a group of illustrious gentlemen such as Aga Khan, Prince Pierre of Monaco and Baron Edouard de Rothschild.
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Golf Course de Villeneuve-Loubet, Villeneuve Loubet
A great course for beginners to experienced players, slightly hilly, the greens are linked in a calm and exotic atmosphere in the heart of the Riviera.
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Old Course Golf Course, Cannes-Mandelieu
The Cannes-Mandelieu Old Race golf course was drawn and traced by Harry Colt in 1891 at the request of Grand Duke Michel of Russia.
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Saint Donat Golf Course, Grasse
This beautifully situated golf club has two courses, one 18 hole and one 9 hole, plus a practice range and practice bunker.
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Biot Golf Course, Biot
Located in Biot
The course of Biot Golf Club extends over 4511m, and has been designed so that it is suitable for players of all levels, but also to enhance the beauty of the site.
Towns nearby
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Vence, Alpes-Maritimes
Located 1.3 km away
Known as the 'City of Art', Vence has a rich history of attracting artists and writers, from D H Lawrence to Chagall and Matisse.
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Saint-Paul de Vence, Alpes-Maritimes
Located 4.2 km away
Saint-Paul de Vence is known for being an art mecca, hundreds of galleries and workshops tucked amongst the tiny old streets of a perfectly preserved medieval village.
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La-Colle-sur-Loup, Alpes-Maritimes
Located 5.1 km away
La-Colle-sur-Loup is a pretty medieval village just down the road from the more famous Saint-Paul-de-Vence. It's much more tranquil, retaining a quiet charm that makes a wander around very pleasant.
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Villeneuve Loubet, Alpes-Maritimes
Located 8.4 km away
Situated between Nice and Cannes, Villeneuve Loubet is a delightful area split into two parts - a seaside resort with plenty of outdoor activities and a fascinating old town.
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Cagnes Sur Mer, Alpes-Maritimes
Located 8.5 km away
Haut Cagnes is the perched medieval village that overlooks the resort, and is home to the famous Renoir House and the Grimaldi Castle, two of the area’s most popular attractions.
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Saint Laurent du Var, Alpes-Maritimes
Located 9.5 km away
Just the other side of the airport to Nice, Saint-Laurent-du-Var has been brought bang up to date in recent years.