La Pinede Plage
Understated seaside chic. Contemporary, even minimalist interiors with a nautical colour palette — think Mediterranean blues and natural textures. Relaxed and family-friendly but never sloppy. This is a place where the beach terrace and a grilled fish lunch are the main event, not cocktail parties.
Book a sea-view room with balcony: garden-view rooms on the north side face the car park and are notably less special
Why It Matters
Rare three-generation family ownership (since 1952) on one of the least-crowded beautiful beaches near Saint-Tropez. Guests get full access to sister property Château de Valmer — a 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel 400 metres away — including its 500 m² Spa by Clarins, Michelin-starred restaurant, and outdoor pools. Strong sustainability ethos: on-site organic vegetable garden, optimised energy management, and support for Speromare, a seabed conservation association.
La Pinède Plage sits right on Gigaro Beach — one of the quieter, wilder stretches of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez — with its feet literally in the water and umbrella pines providing natural shade instead of towering hotel buildings. Founded in 1952 by the Montloin-Rocchietta family and still under the same ownership, it has evolved from two modest beach bungalows to a 4-star, 32-room beachfront hotel with its own private beach, outdoor heated pool, and a restaurant on a teak terrace facing the Îles d'Or. And unlike much of the Côte d'Azur, there are no crowds here: Gigaro remains one of the most unspoilt beaches on the peninsula.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Deluxe Room — Sea View
The go-to room category here. 30 sqm with a private balcony or ground-floor terrace facing the sea. King-size bed (convertible to twins), plus a single bed — so usable for three. Bathroom with bathtub. Contemporary nautical decor with Mediterranean colour palette. Worth the premium over garden-view rooms.
King or twin on request, plus single bed · 30 sqmDouble Room — Garden View
Warm and elegant double rooms on the first floor opening onto the hotel entrance. Compact but well-finished, with a bathroom with shower. One room in this category has an attic ceiling. Best for budget-conscious guests who don't need a sea view — but the north-facing ones overlook the car park side, so ask which specific room you're getting.
King or twin on request · 22 sqmFamily Room — Garden View
Two garden-view family room options: one 22 sqm with private balcony, another 23 sqm on the north car-park side without balcony. Both have a king/twin main bedroom plus a small separate children's room, bathroom with bathtub. These are the more affordable family options — fine for budget-focused families who'll spend most of the day on the beach anyway.
King or twin, plus single child's room · 23 sqmFamily Room — Sea View with Bunk Beds
Top-floor room at 33 sqm with a private balcony and sea view. King-size bed for adults plus bunk beds in the entrance area for kids — a practical layout that gives parents some separation. Bathroom with both shower and bathtub. Beach-combed every morning; great for families who want the sea-view upgrade.
King or twin, plus bunk beds · 33 sqmFamily Superior Room — Sea View (4 persons)
The largest family option at 45 sqm with a private balcony. Two full double bedrooms plus a dressing area — actual privacy for parents and children. First floor, sea-facing, bathroom with both bath and shower. Baby cots available. The best room for families who want proper space.
King or twin, plus twin beds in separate room · 45 sqmSuite — Sea View
At 37–38 sqm, these suites sit on the garden level with terrace or upper floor with balcony, both sea-facing. Layout includes a double bedroom, a separate living room with sofa bed, and a dressing room. The bathroom is well-equipped with both a bathtub and separate shower. Comfortably fits four.
King or twin on request, plus sofa bed · 38 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary bicycles available for guests to explore the surrounding area at their own pace.
Organised mountain bike excursions into the surrounding Provence hills, professionally supervised.
Guided walks and hikes along the Cap Lardier coastal path, which begins right at Gigaro Beach and traverses three spectacular headlands (Camarat, Taillat, Lardier) through 300+ hectares of protected scrubland. Truly wild and crowd-free.
Sea-facing outdoor heated pool surrounded by deckchairs, adjacent to the beach bar. Heated throughout the season and noticeably warm even in early May.
Pétanque court on site — very much in the spirit of Provençal beach-holiday living.
On-site tennis court available to guests.
Exclusive access to a private stretch of Gigaro Beach with sun loungers, umbrellas, and towels provided. The beach is raked every morning. One of the least crowded beautiful beaches on the Saint-Tropez peninsula — this is the hotel's main draw.
A sailing and diving school nearby (not on-site) lets guests explore deeper into the Mediterranean. Can be arranged through the hotel.
Kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and pedal boats available directly from the private beach. The calm, clear waters of Gigaro make this ideal for all ages.
Wine tastings and oenotourism experiences available at sister property Château de Valmer, which has its own vineyards.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Elevator access to upper floors. Facilities for disabled guests also available.
Free WiFi throughout the property.
Luggage storage available at reception.
Laundry and dry-cleaning service available.
Concierge team can arrange excursions, boat hire, restaurant reservations around the peninsula, and more. Guest reviews mention they took a car for a tire check when a guest had a warning light — level of care goes beyond the typical desk.
All rooms are air conditioned.
Minibar stocked in all rooms.
Room service available during hotel operating hours.
On-site organic garden supplies the restaurants with seasonal produce. Part of the property's broader sustainability commitment including energy optimisation and waste management.
Free on-site private parking — no reservation needed. Particularly useful given the beach location.
Free shuttle runs between La Pinède Plage and sister property Château de Valmer (400m away), making spa and restaurant access easy without having to drive.
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