Relais & Châteaux luxury hotels and reservations

Nestled on the hillside and drenched in Provençal sunshine, the Minim convent was first home to nuns before being converted into an upscale hotel. Protected from the Mistral wind by the Volx Rock, this building dating back to 1613 is a successful fusion of medieval architecture and contemporary design. Period facades, terraced gardens with hundreds of botanical species, contemporary interior and decor: the alchemy is perfect. The rooms decorated with great attention to detail have a gentle Mediterranean touch as does the Couvent des Minimes Spa by L'Occitane, a temple to wellness and a promise of "renewed well being".

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The ancient city of Vilnius is a Unesco world heritage site and had a profound influence on the cultural and architectural development of a large part of Europe. Despite the many invasions and great destruction that it has suffered in its history, it still has many Renaissance, gothic, baroque and classical architectural gems. Situated in the trade quarter, near the University, museums, churches and cafés, the Stikliai Hotel has a delightful little house, with its winter garden, divine suites and traditional family cooking. The attentive staff will leave you with a lasting memory of a warm and welcoming Lithuania.

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Near The Hague and only 20 kilometres from Rotterdam, the Savelberg Hotel is a picture of elegance set in magnificent grounds blessed with quite a few hundred-year old trees. The wind blowing in from the coast carries the scent of the sea air to remind you that the beaches are very close by, and sometimes it even brings with it a few grains of sand stolen from the bunkers of the neighbouring golf course. The delicate little glass bowls served at the table of the Savelberg offer a fusion of flavours and are often savoured in a sort of meditative hush of pleasure, as are thea langoustines decked in zest of vegetables and a melt-in-the-mouth chocolate cake with a raspberry hidden deep in its soft centre… The rooms are like the dishes: colourful and eloquent and decorated in shades of lavender or peach that plunge your big four-poster bed into a rainbow world.

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Situated on a rocky outcropping in Tofino, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, the Wickaninnish Inn is blessed with a fabulous panoramic view. The hotel stands between the Pacific Ocean, Chesterman beach and a forest of giant evergreens. The design of its two buildings was entrusted to several artists, including the celebrated wood carver Henry Nolla, with the aim of blending art, nature and culture. The rooms with their cedar wood panelling, stone fireplaces and big bay windows, offer grandiose views of the waves breaking on the shore. After a plant or marine-based treatment and an initiation to sea kayaking, you could even set off to see schools of whales just a few miles offshore.

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Villino, a small villa and an exquisite hotel with award-winning cuisine was created for guests who appreciate and enjoy what is exceptional. This little jewel is located above Lindau, in the heart of fruit orchards, at the crossroads of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Reiner Fischer has achieved extensive acclaim of the restaurant with his Italian-Asian cuisine and an international wine list with no less than 750 different selections. A charming garden, based on old English and Italian designs, is tucked round the hotel. The diversity of the artistic, cultural and leisure activities on and around the lake enhances the magical kaleidoscope with something for everyone.

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A historic trading post on the route to the Indies, today Fort Cochin is a fishing port with a difference, where Portuguese, Dutch and Chinese influences are blended. Even today, there is net fishing on the beach, with a spectacular display of enormous nets. This hotel-museum from the colonial era is in the centre of the town, and provides a backdrop of contemporary, colourful elegance. In your room you will find pastel fabrics, wicker armchairs, a four-poster bed and pieces of traditional art. In other areas of the hotel, you can enjoy a permanent exhibition of carved wooden masks, painted idols and other remarkable works of art. In between pampering at an ayurvedic spa and discovering the thousand and one flavours of the Keralan cuisine, you can explore the beaches of Kerala and the "Backwaters", canals dug out by hand for transporting produce, and which contribute to the region's particular appearance.

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Les Crayères: a mythical property in the heart of Reims, nestling discretely in a 7-hectare park with lush green vegetation, a place imbued with the most inventive paradoxes. As soon as you cross the threshold, a feeling of intimate sophistication delicately envelops you whilst the atmosphere is one of rarity and elegance. Here, just 20 rooms and suites welcome you in a perfect decor. The warm welcome, the impeccable service, the spellbinding gourmet cuisine with its 400 Champagne labels and its new Brasserie all combine to make this the ideal setting to discover the best wines the region has to offer.

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This luxury hideaway is located in idyllic landscapes and has been furnished with precious works of art and antiquities of reputed Engadine artists. The three restaurants offer diverse pleasures - ranging from Swiss specialities in the antique Bauernstube down to gourmet cuisine in La Bellezza. Extensive wellness offerings and pure relaxation can be enjoyed by guests in the hotel's spa - complete with magnificent views of the Silvretta summit. Far away from mass tourism, the hotel is the ideal starting point for extensive walks and bicycle tours. One of the most beautiful golf courses in Switzerland is nearby and in winter, the 60 km tracks and pistes are a delight for alpine and cross-country skiers.

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A 19th century Lord's manor, the Mirador de Dalt Vila was until recently a family property. When it was converted into a high-quality, intimate and welcoming hotel, none of its historical values were lost. Located inside the famous walled city of Dalt Vila (declared a Unesco World Heritage Site), the building offers a magnificent view from all of its balconies to the port of Ibiza and the Mediterranean sea. Far from the bustle of the town, you will sample the charms of this peaceful haven with its excellent service and highly dedicated staff.

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On the waterfront, the clink of cutlery and the murmur of conversation mingle with the gentle lapping of the Tyrrhenian Sea… Welcome to La Posta Vecchia, a breathtakingly splendid house that used to belong to Paul Getty. The American billionaire transformed it into a temple of art, which preserved all of its natural splendour. Bathtubs in Carrara marble, Venetian chandeliers, Gobelins tapestries… This is the perfect address for those who like spacious artistic and sophisticated interiors, magnificent gardens, and who want to enjoy a sea view without staying too far from the excitement of Rome. Weather permitting, dining on the outdoor patio of the Cesar Restaurant, which serves the very best Mediterranean cuisine, is a moment of pure pleasure.

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Set in grounds that contain hundred-year-old trees, this beautiful 17th century manor house seems to have many different faces. Covered in ivy and other climbing plants that change colour with each passing season, it blends marvellously into its surroundings, and only the little lake occasionally betrays its presence by revealing its reflection. You will love the comfy doll's house interiors. For fans of extreme sensations, an aero-club will teach you the rudiments of flying above the many historical sites in the area. Enjoy the bird's eye views of abbeys and castles and be sure to watch out for Hadrian's Wall, the stone fortifications crossing the width of England.

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Nobody loves Marseilles more than the Passédat family. To love Marseilles means to love the Mediterranean, inseparable from the city, just like Gérald Passédat's cuisine. Fish, naturally, is the basis of his cooking, fished locally, including little-known fish such as galinette and chapon which are served up along with shellfish, giving you the delicious impression of being immersed in a sea of blue. The cult dish of course is the Bouille Abaisse, light, iodized and zephyr-like, but also the famous Loup Lucie (sea bass). Save some room for the desserts which are "extravagant", admits the chef. As for the view of the sea, it is everywhere… from the terrace and from the restaurant. And since it's a dreamlike view, you can continue to enjoy it as far as your bedroom, with its spacious and open view of the horizon…

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There is a very special canton in Switzerland. A canton where the people speak Romansh, Italian and German. A canton where the well-known authoress Johanna Spyri drew inspiration for her famous novel, Heidi. A canton whose railway line from Thusis over the Bernina pass to Tirano has been added to the Unesco World Heritage List. It is the canton of Graubünden. This is the location of Hotel Walther, a fairytale castle that appears out of nowhere. The 100-year hotel tradition is the foundation for the delicate, elegant atmosphere. In this wellness oasis there are architectural pearls like the waterfall and the sauna in an igloo made of massive Andeer granite. Another speciality? Their own recipe, marinated Bernina-Bresaola in the restaurant "La Stüva". Simply magical.

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In a two-hectare park with century-old olive trees on the doorstep of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Le Mas de Pierre overlooks hills and valleys. Provençal, romantic or colonial villas and rooms are hidden behind the red tiles and white stone of the bastides. As soon as you cross the threshold, you will discover dressers, chests of drawers and pedestal tables lovingly selected from antique dealers. The restaurant menu sings of the delights of Provence -its peas, its cocoa beans, its herbs, the very first asparagus. Other delights: a musical pool, a spa and a sumptuous greenhouse with orchids.

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The Lake Placid Lodge is a beautifully handcrafted Lodge nestled in the Adirondack Mountains, situated on the shores of Lake Placid. The new Main Lodge, opening in October 2008, is a remarkable Arts and Crafts style lodge. The Lodge will offer among the finest accommodations and dining in a truly comfortable, rustic, yet refined setting. Pamper yourself in the new Main Lodge, the private cabins or the newly remodelled Lakeside suites, offering gorgeous views of Lake Placid and Whiteface Mountain. The guest rooms, suites and cabins feature comfortable featherbeds, wood burning fireplaces, rustic furnishings, and deep soaking baths. The Dining Room offers a prix-fixe menu with dining available on the deck overlooking Lake Placid and Whiteface Mountain. The Pub offers a relaxed setting serving lunch, dinner and an all day menu, and also offers outside dining on the deck.

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On a stretch of the Brazilian coastline famed for the beauty of its beaches, a series of bungalows standing in an unspoilt natural setting look out at an emerald sea. Your room offers a stunning view of the sea, visible from your verandah as you swing gently in a hammock or relax in an open air Jacuzzi. The private beach is just below, and a little island linked to the peninsula by a long wooden bridge is home to the gazebo where you can have the most romantic dinner ever. At mealtimes you don't need to rush, as they have no time to finish. The a la carte menu changes everyday and offers international and local cuisine. Don't forget to taste the world famous Santa Catarina oysters with a drizzle of lime juice, and of course sample the very best South American wines.

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It is said that nothing can quite match a sunset in Ticino: this is what the Swiss call the "Ticino touch". The former residence of Prince Leopold von Hohenzollern - a member of the Austrian royal family -, enjoys a stunning location on the "Collina d'Oro" overlooking the bay of Lake Lugano. This magnificent palace, reminiscent of a Greek theatre, boasts shady gardens, flower-filled terraces and sumptuous interiors affording a multitude of stunning vistas of forests and mountains. Savour the pleasures of passionate cuisine with southern flourishes: the unforgettable risotto and uncompromising classical delights

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From the kitchens to the spa, not to mention the gardens and the rooms, more than a hundred people are employed to look after Lucknam Park and… you! A ballet of welcoming and tactful men and women attentive to your every need. One of the original features of this hotel - that simply thinks of everything - is the horse riding centre which makes it a paradise for expert riders… or beginners, with lessons given by professionals. A gallop across the countryside of the county of Wiltshire, famous for Stonehenge (a megalithic site), and a visit to the beautiful city of Bath will ensure that this address retains a special place in your heart.

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Its six kilometres of fine sand have made the beach at La Baule one of the most beautiful promenades on the Atlantic coast. Opposite this beach sits the Belle Époque manor where every detail is perfect. The vast lawns are immaculately kept, a tribute to the owners' perfectionism. The delicious breakfast already hints at the other culinary delights in store such as scallops marinated in grapefruit juice and olive oil. Another great feature is the thalassotherapy centre just steps away. The ultimate chic is to go there by bike…

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While Michel Roux, the father, now takes the time to "inhale the sweet aroma of grapes and write books", Alain - the son - has brilliantly taken over at the helm of the Waterside Inn. Resolutely creative French cuisine like roasted scallops on sliced baby artichokes, infused with honey, orange and lemon and sprinkled with crab meat, or the salmon en papillote with pine nuts and a star anise sauce. On the terrace, in the shade of a willow tree, or in the inn's cosy rooms, let yourself be soothed by the calm of the River Thames… And if you feel a desire to explore the surrounding area, you can visit Windsor castle or stroll around Savill Garden, one of the finest in England.

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