Cheval Blanc St-Tropez

While Cheval Blanc St-Tropez is only a 13-minute stroll from St. Tropez’s buzzing port, it feels like a remote escape. The short distance separates you from the throngs of tourists gawking at the mega yachts parked in the harbor and crowding tables at the waterfront restaurants. And you’ll forget about them entirely in Cheval Blanc’s quiet private beach — the only hotel to have one in the French Riviera — lined with rows of canary yellow and white chaise lounges. The glittering water and hilly coast add a soothing backdrop. The interior of the boutique hotel matches its serene park surroundings. The French-tinged rooms are bathed in white, which lends a crisp, fresh look. And you won’t have to worry about crowds crushing the calm — there are only 36 rooms in the intimate property. One place where you may have to elbow your way for space at the luxury hotel is at La Vague d’Or. Foodies seek out meals at the restaurant from noted chef Arnaud Donckele, who trained with Alain Ducasse.