Where to stay in Saint-Tropez?

Downtown: staying in the heart of Saint-Tropez

If you want to live the "Saint-Tropez" experience to the full, we recommend staying in the center of town. Here, you'll be immersed in a Provencal atmosphere, between the colorful buildings typical of the region and the thousand-flavored markets.

You can sit on a café terrace and admire the yachts and fishing boats in the harbor, before strolling through the winding, picturesque streets dotted with designer boutiques.

The Lices district abounds with Provencal restaurants, charming little cafés and boutiques, as well as the nightclubs for which the town is famous.

Numerous hotels cluster near the port and beaches, offering magnificent views over the bay. On the other hand, prices rise very quickly in this area, rarely dropping below 150e a night, even in low season. Accommodations in the city center are quickly snapped up, so we advise you to book your Tropezian stay well in advance.

Lodging in the historic center

Behind its picture-postcard exterior, Vieux Saint-Tropez is brimming with history and unique sites. These include the Musée des Papillons and the Musée de l'Annonciade, two art museums that immerse visitors in a world all their own.

If you're a history buff, you can visit a number of must-see sites, including the Portalet and Suffren Towers, the Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption church, and the Citadelle and its museums. You can also follow the sentier du Littoral (coastal path) along the latter, for a hike between land and sea.

You'll find something of the small fishing village of yesteryear, with its colorful buildings, cobbled streets and flowering balconies, and above all its picturesque old port. You can sample local specialities and freshly caught seafood in the restaurants that crowd the harbour and narrow streets.

Here too, accommodation is particularly popular. Lodging in Vieux Saint-Tropez is rather expensive, due to the ideal location and the luxurious nature of the establishments. But you'll enjoy the most charming scenery in the heart of the village, as well as all the amenities that go with it: bars, restaurants, cafés, terraces..

Staying by the sea: La Bouillabaisse beach

On the border between Gassin and Saint-Tropez lies one of the area's most popular beaches: Plage de la Bouillabaisse, over 500m of white sand. It consists of a public section and several smaller private sections belonging to the establishments that line it.

Day and night, the restaurants and bars that line the beach offer a friendly atmosphere, making it the ideal place to relax and enjoy the view. From the Bouillabaisse beach, you can admire the entire Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

At the end of the day, the sun sets behind the mountains of the Massif des Maures. The sky takes on orange hues and is reflected on the calm, sparkling water... offering a landscape worthy of a postcard!

Nearby accommodations are few and far between, and generally expensive. Most of the time, these luxury establishments boast a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, and benefit from their proximity to the center. In fact, it's only a 15-minute walk from the famous beach to the town's port.

Ramatuelle: accommodation among the vineyards

The medieval village of Ramatuelle is just a 15-minute drive from Saint-Tropez. At 130m above sea level, it overlooks the Bay of Pampelonne. If the name sounds familiar, it's not surprising: this bay is home to 5km of the Var's most famous beaches, including Tahiti beach and Pampelonne beach.

Renowned for its clubs, high-end restaurants and V.I.P. service, the Baie de Pampelonne contrasts with the calm of Ramatuelle and the finesse of its vineyards.

Although physically close to the festive hustle and bustle, the calm and picturesque aspect of this wine-growing village makes you forget the electric atmosphere that reigns at the seaside. Here, you can take your time to soak up the sun, stroll through the narrow, snail-like streets and discover the hidden treasures of this discreet yet charming place.

Ramatuelle is the ideal place to stay if you want to enjoy the nightlife of Pampelonne and the peace and quiet of a Provencal village. The cost of accommodation is rather high, but hotels here offer impeccable service and usually have swimming pools.

However, you'll need to bring your own car: the hilltop village is not very well served, and Ramatuelle is more than 5km from Saint-Tropez.

A night in the port of Grimaud

A little further away from Saint-Tropez, you'll find the village of Grimaud, famous for its port, nicknamedthe "Venice of Provence".

In Grimaud, you can stroll through a setting that blends medieval and Provencal architecture. You'll admire monuments from another era and cobbled streets, vestiges of the past enhanced by flowers and vegetation.

While you'll enjoy staying close to Saint-Tropez (approx. 30min by car), you'll also be charmed by its port with its many canals and colorful buildings.

It's almost like being in Venice, enjoying the Mediterranean sunshine and freshly caught seafood.

There's relatively little accommodation here, but prices are more affordable than in the neighboring city - even if you choose to stay right on the harbor! But be sure to book your accommodation in advance to make sure you have room. The charm of this small village builds its reputation year after year, attracting more and more tourists.

Staying in Sainte-Maxime

Located on the other side of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, Sainte-Maxime is the ideal place to enjoy the coast without breaking the bank. From the port of Sainte Maxime, you can reach the Vieux Port of Saint-Tropez in less than 20 minutes for around €16return. This way, you can avoid traffic jams on the road and parking worries, while enjoying the view as you cross the Gulf.

In addition to its ferries, the seaside resort of Sainte-Maxime is renowned for its many sandy beaches and relaxed atmosphere.

Stroll through the local markets and Provencal streets, take a breath of fresh air in the Myrtes botanical garden, stroll along the coastline, along the seafront..

Oenophiles will also appreciate a visit to Domaine des Beaucas, a renowned vineyard in the heart of nature.

It's the ideal place to stay by the sea, and at a great price. Indeed, accommodation here is more affordable, averaging around a hundred euros a night (but it's quite possible to find lower prices). You can stay in one of the town's many hotels and still be within easy reach of Saint-Tropez (20min by ferry or 35min by car).