COTE D'AZUR, FRANCE
Lily of the Valley
Luxury Wellness Hotel and Beach Club
About Lily of the Valley
Lily of the Valley is a luxury wellness hotel near Saint-Tropez, set above the Plage de Gigaro on the protected Corniche des Maures coastline of the Var. Designed by Philippe Starck — who conceived it as a village of small houses that adapts to its surroundings rather than imposing on them — the result is a place that feels entirely of the Mediterranean landscape, warm and private, open year-round above six kilometres of fine sandy beach.
At the heart of the hotel is the Shape Club — a 2,000sqm wellness facility built around La Méthode, a nutritional and treatment philosophy that combines targeted therapies, sport and conscious eating across programmes covering weight loss, sport, detox and healthy ageing. The beach below, the sailing club and three restaurants — including Vista, which looks directly over the Mediterranean — give the experience a breadth that makes it as much a destination as a retreat.
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90 mins
FROM NICE AIRPORT
53
ROOMS & SUITES
2,000sqm
WELLNESS VILLAGE
6km
GIGARO BEACH
Wellness Programmes
Sport
4, 7, 10 or 14 nights
from £3,050pp
Expert coaching, dynamic training sessions, and recovery therapies improve fitness
Detox
4, 7, 10 or 14 nights
from £3,050pp
Light nutrition, holistic activities, and restorative therapies help to cleanse body and mind
Better Ageing
4, 7, 10 or 14 nights
from £3,050pp
Mobility assessments, targeted therapies, and balanced nutrition support vitality
Weight Loss
4, 7, 10 or 14 nights
from £3,050pp
Nutrition guidance, fitness training, and targeted treatments support healthy weight loss
Who It's For
Lily of the Valley suits guests looking for a luxury wellness hotel in the South of France where serious wellness programmes sit alongside a Philippe Starck design, a beach club on one of the least developed stretches of the Côte d'Azur and three restaurants. It's particularly suited to:
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Those seeking a programme-led wellness stay near Saint-Tropez
La Méthode covers weight loss, sport, detox and healthy ageing — targeted treatments, sport and a nutritional philosophy built with Jacques Fricker that lets guests reach their goals without deprivation.
02
Fitness enthusiasts wanting outdoor and indoor training in a Mediterranean setting
Sea wading, electric mountain biking and hiking on the Cap Lardier estate alongside a 25-metre heated pool, cryotherapy and Technogym gym.
03
Guests wanting a beachfront escape with wellness depth
A private beach club on Gigaro Beach — six kilometres of protected coastline — with a sailing club and Saint-Tropez 15 minutes away.
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Those drawn to Philippe Starck's design vision
A village of small houses blending into the Provençal hillside — panoramic Mediterranean views, private terraces and one of the most architecturally distinctive wellness hotels in France.
Hotel Facilities
Lily of the Valley sits on a hillside above the Plage de Gigaro, with the Cap Lardier nature reserve directly behind and six kilometres of protected coastline below. The hotel's private beach club on Gigaro Beach — one of the least developed beaches on the Côte d'Azur — is the natural centrepiece for days that aren't spent in the Shape Club. Electric mountain biking and hiking along the Cap Lardier estate trails, paddleboarding, sea wading and a sailing club with access to the Mediterranean complete the outdoor offer. A shuttle runs between the hotel and beach for guests who prefer not to walk the path down.
Wellness Facilities
The Shape Club spans 2,000sqm and brings together a 25-metre semi-Olympic pool heated year-round, Technogym fitness room, coaching studios, cryotherapy chamber, sauna, steam room and snow shower. The cryotherapy chamber is used to stimulate collagen production and cell renewal — one of the more clinical treatments available at the Shape Club alongside the manual therapies and targeted drainage treatments that form the core of La Méthode. Yoga, boxing, indoor cycling, aquatic sport and guided outdoor sessions round out the movement programme.
Dining
Three restaurants reflect the hotel's range — from a hilltop Mediterranean terrace to a beach club at the water's edge.
Vista is the main hotel restaurant, serving a Mediterranean menu with Provençal touches from a terrace looking directly over the sea — breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with the bar staying open into the evening. Head chef Vincent Maillard, trained by Guy Savoy and Alain Ducasse, leads the kitchen with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and the flavours of the Var coastline.
La Brigantine sits at the edge of the Gigaro beach, with a terrace above the sand and a courtyard sheltered from the wind. The menu is Italian — fresh pasta, risottos, antipasti and fish — relaxed and generous in the way that beach dining in the south of France tends to be.
Pépé is the casual beach option — light, Italian-influenced all-day plates and drinks at the water's edge, from morning until midnight.
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Accommodation
Lily of the Valley has 53 rooms, suites and pool suites, all with private terraces looking out over the Mediterranean or the Cap Lardier nature reserve. Philippe Starck's vision of a village of small houses means each room feels distinct and embedded in the landscape — earthy tones, natural textures and generous proportions throughout, with the pool suites below the hotel each having their own private garden and pool.
Location
Lily of the Valley sits above the Plage de Gigaro in La Croix-Valmer, on the Corniche des Maures between Saint-Tropez and Le Lavandou. The surrounding coastline is protected — part of the Cap Lardier nature reserve — which keeps it quieter and less developed than the busier parts of the Riviera, while Saint-Tropez is 15 minutes away by road. Nice Airport is approximately 1.5 hours away, with Toulon-Hyères Airport around 45 minutes for guests flying from Paris or other French cities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lily of the Valley and what makes it special?
Lily of the Valley is a luxury wellness hotel in the South of France near Saint-Tropez, set above the Plage de Gigaro on the protected Corniche des Maures coastline of the Var. Designed by Philippe Starck as a village of small houses that adapts to its surroundings rather than imposing on them, it combines the Shape Club wellness programmes with a private beach club on one of the least developed stretches of the Côte d'Azur, a sailing club and three restaurants — all open year-round. Six kilometres of fine sandy beach below, the Cap Lardier nature reserve directly behind, and Saint-Tropez 15 minutes away by road.
What is the Shape Club and La Méthode?
The Shape Club is the hotel's 2,000sqm wellness facility, with a 25-metre semi-Olympic pool heated year-round, cryotherapy chamber, Technogym fitness room and coaching studios. La Méthode is the wellness philosophy at its heart — a nutritional and treatment approach covering weight loss, sport, detox and healthy ageing, developed with nutritionist Jacques Fricker, that lets guests reach their wellness goals without deprivation. Programmes run from 4 days (Discover) to 14 days (Reborn), with each guest's plan shaped by the initial consultation and specialist team.
What outdoor activities are available?
The setting lends itself naturally to outdoor activity. Electric mountain biking and guided hiking through the Cap Lardier nature reserve run from the hotel door, and the coastline below offers sea wading, paddleboarding and sailing from the hotel's own sailing club. Yoga and boxing sessions take place on an outdoor panoramic terrace overlooking the Mediterranean, and the beach club on Gigaro Beach — six kilometres of fine sandy coastline on a protected nature reserve — is the natural anchor for days between sessions.
What is the dining like at Lily of the Valley?
Three restaurants reflect the hotel's range — from a hilltop Mediterranean terrace to a beach club at the water's edge. Vista is the main hotel restaurant, serving a Mediterranean menu with Provençal influences from a terrace looking directly over the sea — head chef Vincent Maillard, trained by Guy Savoy and Alain Ducasse, leads the kitchen with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. La Brigantine sits at the edge of Gigaro beach with a terrace above the sand, serving Italian cuisine — fresh pasta, risottos and fish in a relaxed setting. Pépé is the casual beach option — light, Italian-influenced all-day plates and drinks at the water's edge, from morning until midnight.
How long should I stay at Lily of the Valley?
Shape Club programmes run from 4 days (Discover) up to 14 days (Reborn), with 7-day and 10-day options in between. A 7-day stay is the most popular choice, giving enough time to settle into the programme rhythm and see meaningful results. Guests not following a wellness programme typically stay 4 to 7 nights, combining the beach club and restaurants with the Shape Club facilities at their own pace.
How do I get to Lily of the Valley?
Lily of the Valley is in La Croix-Valmer on the Corniche des Maures, approximately 1.5 hours from Nice Airport and 45 minutes from Toulon-Hyères Airport for guests flying from Paris or other French cities. Saint-Tropez is 15 minutes away by road. The hotel's concierge team can arrange private transfers from any of the local airports or ports.
When is the best time to visit Lily of the Valley?
Lily of the Valley is open year-round and the Shape Club, beach club and all three restaurants are available in every season. The Côte d'Azur climate is mild even in winter, and the quieter months bring a different but equally appealing character — fewer guests, more space and the full Shape Club programme without the summer crowds. The beach and outdoor activities are at their best from May to October, with July and August the warmest and busiest months.