Choosing a 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez is about more than the star rating. Location, peace and quiet, beach access, the spa and the kind of stay you have in mind all matter before you book.
Around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, 5-star hotels offer very different experiences: some are in the heart of the village, others right by the sea or up in the hills of Gassin and Ramatuelle.
Here are four key criteria for choosing a 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez and finding the one that suits your stay.
The 4 criteria to compare
| Criterion | The question to ask | At the Kube Saint-Tropez |
|---|---|---|
| Peace and space | Is the hotel in the heart of the village, by the water or in the hills? | 70 rooms set across two hectares of gardens |
| Beach access | Does the hotel have direct beach access, a beach club or a shuttle? | Cybele, the hotel’s beach club on Pampelonne |
| The spa | How big is it, how many treatment rooms does it have and which treatments does it offer? | 300 m² myBlend spa with six treatment rooms |
| Type of stay | Does the hotel welcome families or is it for adults only? | Hotel reserved for guests aged 12 and over |
How many 5-star hotels are there around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez?
The Gulf of Saint-Tropez has 22 hotels rated 5 stars on the official register of Atout France, the French national tourism agency that awards hotel star ratings: 13 in Saint-Tropez, 4 in Gassin, 3 in Ramatuelle and 2 in La Croix-Valmer.
A 5-star rating guarantees a level of facilities and service that meets precise standards. It does not tell you, however, where the hotel is, how large its grounds are, whether it has beach access or what kind of guests it welcomes.
These are the criteria that really help you compare 5-star hotels in Saint-Tropez.
1. Choose the location that matches the atmosphere you want
Would you rather stay in the heart of Saint-Tropez or somewhere quieter?
Location is one of the first things to look at when choosing a 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez.
- In the heart of the village, the port, restaurants and boutiques are all within walking distance. In high season, however, the area is very lively.
- By the water, the sea and the beach are right on your doorstep. On the other hand, you will usually need transport to reach the centre of Saint-Tropez.
- In the hills of Gassin or Ramatuelle, the grounds are often larger and more spacious, with views over the gulf. Getting to the village centre then means a short trip.
The size of the grounds is also worth checking. For a similar number of rooms, a larger estate usually means more space around the pools, the gardens and the various buildings.
The Kube Saint-Tropez: a 5-star hotel in the hills of Gassin
The Kube Saint-Tropez sits on the heights of Gassin, facing the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Its 70 rooms and suites are spread across nine buildings set in two hectares of Mediterranean gardens.
The hotel has three pools, one of them heated. Six of its twelve room categories have a sea view.
The centre of Saint-Tropez is about 20 minutes on foot or 10 minutes by bike. A chauffeured shuttle also runs to the village, from 7 am to 11 pm.
Best for: travellers looking for a quiet 5-star hotel with space and a view of the gulf, while staying close to the centre of Saint-Tropez.
2. Check the beach access
Can you walk straight from the hotel to the beach? This is another key criterion when choosing a 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez.
Around the gulf, there are several possible set-ups:
- Direct beach access, when the hotel is right on the waterfront.
- A beach club, particularly on Pampelonne beach, with food and beach service linked to the hotel.
- A shuttle, offered by some hotels to reach a beach or the centre of Saint-Tropez.
On Pampelonne, it is also worth telling apart access to the beach and the service offered by the establishments along the shore. The beach is public maritime land and access to the sand remains free. What you pay for are the services on site, such as sunloungers, mattresses or tables.
Cybele, the beach club of the Kube Saint-Tropez
The Kube Saint-Tropez is not right on the seafront. The hotel does, however, have Cybele, its beach club on Pampelonne, in the municipality of Ramatuelle.
The site also has a restaurant and lets you enjoy the beach while keeping access to the hotel’s other facilities.
Best for: travellers who want to alternate between beach days, time by the pool and quiet moments in the hotel gardens.
3. Compare the spas of 5-star hotels
Not every 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez offers the same spa experience. To compare hotels, look in particular at three things:
- the size and the number of treatment rooms, which give an idea of the spa’s capacity;
- the brand and the treatment protocols on offer;
- the opening hours, especially if you would like to book a treatment late in the day.
The myBlend spa at the Kube Saint-Tropez
At the Kube Saint-Tropez, the myBlend spa covers 300 m² and has six treatment rooms, including a double room where some treatments can be enjoyed as a couple.
Founded by Dr Olivier Courtin, the myBlend brand offers facials, massages and LED light treatments, among others.
During the season, the spa is open 7 days a week, from 10 am to 8 pm.
The spa is also open to non-residents, by booking with the spa or the concierge.
Best for: travellers for whom wellbeing and treatments are an important part of their stay in Saint-Tropez.
4. Check the minimum age and the type of stay
Travelling as a couple, with friends or with your family? The minimum age a hotel accepts can make a real difference to the overall atmosphere of your stay.
Some 5-star hotels in Saint-Tropez welcome families and offer services for children. Others set a minimum age or cater exclusively for adults.
This information usually appears in the booking conditions or in the hotel’s FAQ, so it is worth checking before you book.
The Kube Saint-Tropez, a hotel for guests aged 12 and over
At the Kube Saint-Tropez, the hotel and its pools are reserved for guests aged 12 and over.
This policy keeps the atmosphere calm in the gardens, around the pools and throughout the hotel.
Best for: travellers looking for a 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez for a stay as a couple or with friends, in a peaceful setting.
Which 5-star hotel should you choose in Saint-Tropez?
There is no single kind of 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez: the right choice depends above all on the experience you are looking for.
Before you book, check:
- the location: village, seafront or hills;
- the beach access: direct, beach club or shuttle;
- the spa: size, treatment rooms, treatments and opening hours;
- the guest policy: minimum age and type of stay.
For travellers looking for a quiet 5-star hotel with large grounds, several pools, a spa and access to a beach club on Pampelonne, the Kube Saint-Tropez brings all these criteria together in one place.
See also: where to stay in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez · Saint-Tropez hotel with a sea view · when to visit Saint-Tropez · pool day pass in Saint-Tropez
FAQ
The Gulf of Saint-Tropez has 22 hotels rated 5 stars, according to the official register of Atout France: 13 in Saint-Tropez, 4 in Gassin, 3 in Ramatuelle and 2 in La Croix-Valmer. The Kube Saint-Tropez is one of the four 5-star hotels in Gassin.
For peace and quiet, a 5-star hotel in the hills of Gassin or Ramatuelle is a better choice than one in the village. You gain space and a view of the gulf. The Kube Saint-Tropez, in Gassin, has 70 rooms set in two hectares of Mediterranean gardens, about 20 minutes on foot from the centre of Saint-Tropez.
Yes, the Kube Saint-Tropez, a 5-star hotel in Gassin, is reserved for guests aged 12 and over. The rule applies to the hotel and to its three pools.
Yes, the Kube Saint-Tropez has its own beach club, Cybele, on Pampelonne, in the municipality of Ramatuelle. The hotel itself stands on the heights of Gassin, facing the gulf, not on the waterfront.
The myBlend spa at the Kube Saint-Tropez covers 300 m² and has six treatment rooms, including a double. It offers facials, massages and LED light treatments, among others, and is open 7 days a week, from 10 am to 8 pm during the season.
The Kube Saint-Tropez is open from April to October. Outside this period, the hotel, its restaurants and its beach club are closed.