COMPLETES THREE-YEAR RENOVATION IN TIME FOR THE 2025 SEASON
The Althoff Villa Belrose will open its doors for the summer season in St. Tropez, unveiling new renovations and culinary offerings.
Over the past three years, this gem in the Althoff COLLECTION portfolio has been thoughtfully modernized and redesigned, with updates made each winter during the resort’s annual closure. Under the leadership of designer Markus Hilzinger, Villa Belrose has completed its renovations, updating the public areas, pool terrace, dining spaces and guest rooms. With the 2025 reopening, Villa Belrose will unveil a stunning new Signature Suite, 18 refurbished double rooms and a new state-of-the-art fitness center. Furthermore, the gourmet restaurant, led by Chef Jimmy Coutel, will relaunch as Le Belrose, with a revised culinary concept centered around exceptional Mediterranean cuisine.
From the resort’s exclusive new signature suite, the Suite Belrose, guests can now enjoy stunning panoramic views over the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, Sainte Maxime, the Massif de l’Esterel and all the way to the Alps. The suite merges two existing rooms, spanning about 650 square feet with separate living and sleeping areas, a private balcony, and the option to expand to 860 square feet with the addition of an adjacent room. In keeping with the resort’s commitment to sustainability, high-quality natural oak flooring has been installed in all rooms and suites. The color palette draws inspiration from the surrounding Côte d’Azur landscape, with shades of terracotta red, azure blue, and the lush green of Mediterranean flora reflected in the wallpapers, textiles and accessories.
“The linen wallpaper in Hermès style, with pale blue accents and a golden frame with a red border, contours the original drawings and oil paintings of Chilean artist Juan Nazar,” remarks Markus Hilzinger, Head of Design at Althoff Hotels. “He was inspired by French architecture and the natural colors of the surrounding environment. He created the artworks specifically for us. The exclusively designed furniture, such as the sideboard made from fine walnut wood and the hand-knotted rugs, enhances the harmonious yet elegant overnight experience.”
The newly redesigned restaurant, Le Belrose, under the leadership of Chef Jimmy Coutel, offers guests a relaxed dining experience, with incredible views over the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. The menu features an à la carte selection of Mediterranean classics, as well as a four-course tasting menu and a five-course surprise tasting menu. All of the ingredients are sourced from local producers, and the wine list is one of the most extensive in the region. One of the standout dishes on the menu is “Le Jardin de Sydney,” a medley of seasonal vegetables sourced from a local garden.
Robert van Straaten, who has served as the General Manager of Villa Belrose for 25 years, remarked, “Jimmy Coutel and his team are creating a culinary concept that will attract both hotel guests and culinary enthusiasts from across the entire bay. Also, thanks to our Maître d’ Carolina Magas, who has been part of the Althoff family for over a decade, Le Belrose embodies the warmth and professionalism of Southern France. With a clear focus on regional, Mediterranean dishes and high-quality ingredients, we are creating a dining experience that we hope will remain memorable for a long time.”
For more information on Althoff Villa Belrose, visit: https://www.althoffcollection.com/en/althoff-villa-belrose.
