At COMO Le Beauvallon, sunlight slips across umbrella pines and ancient stone walls, casting a golden shimmer on the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, a place where time seems to pause, and the Riviera reveals its quiet, seductive side.

Set above the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, COMO Le Beauvallon occupies the historic Belle Époque palace, which was first opened in 1914. The grounds stretch across 10 acres of gardens and terraces shaded by palms and umbrella pines. The estate flows down toward the sea, with a private pontoon for yacht tenders and a 25-metre pool.

Rooms and sea-facing suites at the property are individually designed with distinctive character and charm. Each space is intended to reflect the elegance of the Riviera, many of them opening onto views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, where yachts drift across the horizon. The light of the Mediterranean, the same that has long inspired artists, bathes the interiors, giving them a luminous, timeless quality.

Dining at the hotel centers on the sea-view restaurant Beauvallon Sur Mer, ideal for summer lunches, poolside snacks, and sunset cocktails. The menu blends Mediterranean tradition with global curiosity, where appetizers might include Riviera-style dishes and Asian-inspired touches, and mains spotlight local fish roasted on stone or smoky grilled meats, always served against the backdrop of sea and sky. For lighter moments, there’s a relaxed poolside offering: fresh salads, seafood plates, house-made sorbets, and ice creams serve as elegant recompense after a swim.

Well-being here happens through the dedicated wellness program under COMO Shambhala. The property offers two private treatment rooms, each thoughtfully designed for single-guest therapies, as well as a yoga and meditation studio. For more independent routines, there’s a 24-hour gym equipped with modern machines, discreetly located to preserve the tranquility of the estate.

At COMO Le Beauvallon, the trees sway gently above sunlit gardens, the sea glints in the afternoon light, and every detail—from mosaic pool to stone-roasted fish at dinner—speaks of a Riviera lived slowly and sensibly. A stay here feels like stepping into a painting, freshly composed each morning.