Hôtel Les Roches

Hôtel Les Roches: A Ship-Like Stay on the Mediterranean in Le Lavandou

Hôtel Les Roches is a five-star property in Le Lavandou, in Aiguebelle Bay, a notable stretch of the French Riviera. The hotel describes itself as a ship anchored over the sea, with rooms facing directly onto the Mediterranean. Following a renovation and contemporary redesign by architect Jean-Baptiste Pietri, the building combines fine materials and clean-lined style with a collection of contemporary artworks displayed throughout.

The hotel’s website describes it as a longtime destination for seaside holidays and fine dining, and includes an account of Thomas Mann’s stay in 1933. It also presents the property as a small museum devoted to the sea, with original works in the reception area, suites, garden, and pool area.

Sea-View Rooms and Suites

The hotel has 40 rooms and suites, all facing the sea directly above the water. Wood and terrazzo shape the décor, with a restrained, serene feel designed to keep the Mediterranean view at the center. The website identifies two Superior rooms adapted for guests with reduced mobility. The property says it is fully accessible to people with disabilities and does not allow pets.

L'Oursin, Chef Antoine Gras’s Fine-Dining Restaurant

Chef Antoine Gras leads L'Oursin. He previously earned a Michelin star at La Table de l'Ours in Val d'Isère. The menu highlights local, seasonal ingredients, and the dining room features murals by Japanese artist Maki Ohkojima. Chef-sommelier Magali Delalex curates a collection of fine wines. The restaurant is described as the chef’s summer dining room, facing the Îles du Levant.

Bar des Roches and L'Oiseau Bleu Spa

Bar des Roches sits beside the pool, facing the Îles d'Or, and serves cocktails with sunset views. Marine murals by Maki Ohkojima were created specifically for the hotel. L'Oiseau Bleu Spa offers treatments and massages, an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness area.

Contemporary Art Throughout the Hotel

The collection includes works by Michelangelo Pistoletto in the courtyard, Ma Desheng, Maki Ohkojima—including a commissioned mural from 2023—Jean-Daniel Lorieux, whose 1980–1989 photo series appears in the rooms, Romain Barré, and Vladimir Zbynovsky. The hotel connects this collection with the area’s artistic heritage, where Post-Impressionist painters such as Signac, Seurat, Cross, and Van Rysselberghe settled.

Seasonal Closure and Reservations

The website listed the hotel’s seasonal closing date as Sunday, October 4, 2026, with reopening on May 5, 2027. Online reservations and gift certificates are available. The site also mentions a winter location under the name “L'adresse d'hiver des Roches.”

Location and Contact

Avenue des 3 Dauphins, 83980 Le Lavandou · Phone: +33 (0)4 83 69 33 50 · Email: welcome@hotellesroches.com