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La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris, a 5-star hotel in the centre of Paris, offers you a unique stay in a typically Parisian atmosphere. The building was built in 1907 by the Hennessy family, during the enchanting interlude offered by the Paris of the “Belle Époque”. Reflecting this magical era, our luxury hotel in Paris embodies a certain French art de vivre. La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris enjoys an idyllic setting and immerses you in the…
Il Sereno Como
Il Sereno brings a new era of luxury to the banks of Italy’s iconic Lake Como. Awarded the title of “Most Anticipated New Luxury Hotel Opening in 2016” by Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, Il Sereno’s ethos of understated elegance presents a freshness to this well-established destination. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Wallpaper* Magazine Designer of The Year 2015, the all-suite hotel promises modern style and an authentic…
Palazzo Navona Rome
The innovative Palazzo Navona Hotel fully deserved of its role as being amongst one of the most qualified 4 star Hotels within the city “centro”, capable of fulfilling its own lifestyle qualities to satisfy even the most demanding guest. The intimate and charming ambience emits a feeling of almost magic by creating a special atmosphere which pervades this residence surrounded by its historical-art and ancient Roman…
Il San Pietro Di Positano
The San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a journey within a journey, where memories are created and never forgotten. A haven of peace, immersed in nature, this elegant home harmonises old-world traditions of hospitality with contemporary, understated luxury. Escape to this small slice of paradise suspended between the sea and sky. Carved into the cliff overlooking the mediterranean Sea, our rooms are a…
Laucala Island Fiji
A private island refuge in the South Pacific, Laucala unites dramatic rainforest-laced landscapes and white sandy beaches with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy. No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations, beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains, overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle. Style and…
Cavo Tagoo Santorini
The exclusive Cavo Tagoo Santorini, twin of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos is located within walking distance from Fira and just a few kilometers from Oia, the resort offers luxurious suites, spectacular sunsets over the sea and a personalized service exceptional. All Suites are modern and feature a hot tub or private pool on the terrace style, design details, 43-inch LCD satellite TV, patio or terrace with stunning panoramic view…
Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Live in a fairy tale, surrounded by prestige and nature. Imagine contemplating Lugano’s beauty in a princely residence. The former private home of German Emperor Wilhelm’s brother in law, the Villa is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill), whose views and location are the best kept secret in town. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in a legendary home, a stay…
Casa Casuarina Miami
Casa Casuarina was built in 1930 by Alden Freeman. Alden Freeman’s father, Joel Freeman was Treasurer of The Standard Oil Trust (also known as Rockefeller’s Company) and left Alden a fabulous wealth when he passed away. That gave the young and wealthy Alden the opportunity to retire at the age of 27 from being an architect and travel all over the world. Alden was also a descendent of the Mayflower on his mother’s side…
Kudadoo Private Island
Kudadoo’s renowned eco-consciousness and sleek design extend to the Maldives island’s 15 over-water residences where your uninterrupted enjoyment of the private island charm and the splendid natural surrounds are the norm….
Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
In search for unique places, sometimes you need to get off the main roads. However, let them lead you to Bale, Istria. Then slow down and follow the road that gets narrower with every mile, as nature draws closer. Slow down even more, and then make a turn into the white road. As the iron gates of the Meneghetti estate open up in front of you, stop for just one moment – and realize that the magic actually appears off the…
Château de La Chèvre d’Or
Nature is everywhere at Château de la Chèvre d’Or. There are lots of different gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, waterfalls, flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. The area is perfumed with the scents of jasmine, bougainvillea and roses. The magnificent colors create a framework that blends into the horizon and the sea…
Azulik Tulum
In the heart of the Mayan jungle, a revolutionary project is about to redefine human evolution. A new vision of the future that is guided by ancestral knowledge and creates community is beginning to shape up.The VILLAS of AZULIK Tulum are built in harmony with the Mayan jungle and the Caribbean Sea. With no electric light, A/C, or television, we present nature as our main amenity, setting the perfect mood for a…
Mnemba Island Lodge
Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar enticed adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. Known as the spice island, from the centuries old trade of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, today the Zanzibar Archipelago is still bathed in the heady scents of spices and traditional dhows still drift across the horizon. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside…
Relais Borgo Santo Pietro
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower…
Cliveden House
Cliveden House is a privately owned 5 Red Star award-winning hotel, and sister to the world-renowned Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire. Our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of…
Bawah Reserve
A gorgeous tropical paradise surrounded by a blue ocean, Bawah Reserve sits in sheltered seclusion 160 nautical miles (300km) northeast of Singapore in the remote Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia. This pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation area is surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, which cater to outdoor adventurers looking to indulge as well as those looking to relax in paradise…
Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
The history of DER ALPBACHERIN began in the former Angelika house. Some time ago, in the middle of Alpbach, at house number 405, stood the small bed and breakfast “Haus Angelika”. Georg and Lisa ran them with a lot of love. The success proved you right and so the desire for a new place for more guests was born. A dream came true. Together with daughter Valentina and her boyfriend Thomas, plans, dreams and…
Juma Amazon Lodge
With its prime location in one of the most remote and preserved regions of the Amazon Rainforest, Juma Amazon Lodge is an intimate and inviting property harmoniously nestled into the forest environment which defines it. Juma Amazon Lodge features 19 intimate bungalows seamlessly nestled into the lush surroundings of the Amazon Rainforest. In order to accommodate the water levels of the wet season…
Piccolo Hotel Portofino
Hotel Piccolo Portofino, surrounded by the typical luxuriant vegetation of the Liguria Riviera, among the crystal clear water of Portofino and the blue sky, is a piece of art of the reception, unique of its kind. A hidden jewel, that has to be searched end discovered. Obtained from a refined period villa, today it is a boutique hotel, and from its generous terraces, a breathtaking view onto this exclusive stretch of coast…
Cocos Hotel Antigua
Perched on a lush green hillside, encircled by miles of heavenly blue sea and sandwiched between two gorgeous white sand beaches is COCOS Hotel, an all inclusive Antigua resort for couples and adults only. This rustic yet romantic and cozy boutique resort is located on the sunset side of the beautiful Caribbean Island of Antigua and comprises of a collection of 35 quaint wooden Cottages positioned on a pictoresque…
Gecko Hotel & Beach Club Formentera
In the beautiful and protected island of Formentera, Gecko Hotel & Beach Club was set out for like-minded individuals to unwind, connect with oneself and nature and above all celebrate life. Gecko brings to Formentera a new form of hospitality that unites our love for the island, the beach life and the elegance of a time in the past that continues to inspire us. Our clublike restaurant, in front of the Migjorn beach, offers a…
Royal Mansour Marrakech
The Royal Mansour can be counted amongst the few establishments in the world that defy hotel excellence. Just a few steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square beats the heart of the Marrakesh Palace, offering travellers the unique concept of a medina within a medina.
Each area has been designed to intuitively take guests on a sensory journey. Take a step into the secret and sumptuous history of one of the…
Aria Hotel Budapest
The Aria Hotel Budapest is a luxury boutique hotel with an exquisite design inspired by music. To compliment the musical concept, master designer Zoltan Varro’s vision was to simultaneously recreate the rich, lavish atmosphere of a historic Hungarian palace while also embracing visitors in the warmth and comfort of a private residence…
Villa Belvedere Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and charming boutique hotel, located at just a few minutes from Taormina’s lively town centre and from the world-famous Greek-Roman Theatre, which are both reachable by walking through the inspiring and panoramic Duca di Cesarò Botanic Gardens. The hotel benefits of wonderful views over the sea, the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. The hotel has always been…
Immerse yourself in the panorama, blend into the landscape, float above the unbelievable sea of colours. Enjoy the flavours of the ocean, enjoy the benefits of the Spa & Thalasso complex, fill up with oxygen and iodine, experience the island as if it were an enchantment… it’s the magic of Castel Clara!
Decorated in a chic and casual seaside atmosphere, the Castel Clara’s 63 rooms and suites promise a timeless stay. The soft and harmonious colours of the rooms resonate in harmony with the exceptional tranquility of the place.
You have found the ideal resort for your family vacations. The family rooms with independent spaces will guarantee you intimacy during all your stay. We designed everything for the comfort of the little ones (cot, bottle warmer, changing mat, bathtub, adapted menu) and the grown-ups with a baby sitting service.
Enjoy all the amenities of a resort where nature rules: golf, tennis, heated outdoor swimming pool, restaurants, food truck and many other surprises.
Share your most beautiful moments during activities that are as sensational as they are unusual: introduction to water sports, tree climbing, horse riding, discovery of the great Goulphar lighthouse, educational visit of a beehive.
Belle-Île-en-Mer
Belle-Île-en-Mer is one of those increasingly rare, magical places that have managed to preserve their heritage, both in terms of their culture and nature.
By coming here, you are as one with the ocean and the raw, salty, vast natural landscape from the sea to the wooded groves. Like any island, Belle-Île lives life at its own pace; yet its landscapes are beyond compare.
However, as well as the preserved natural environment, Belle-Île also enjoys a vibrant cultural life with a range of activities that are aimed at those who want to explore the island just as much as they are at those who just want to relax!
Rooms & Suites
Most rooms feature a terrace or balcony with breath-taking views over Goulphar Bay, while the remainder overlook the hotel’s gardens or courtyards. Whatever your preference, you’ll appreciate the uninterrupted views of the omnipresent, perfectly preserved natural environment that surrounds the hotel.
Prestige Suite
Large south-facing corner suite, the Prestige Suite has a night space adjoining a large lounge and office to relax or work comfortably. The bathroom, with a central bath facing a large Italian shower, is an invitation to relax.
A large terrace equipped with deckchairs allows you to fully enjoy the sea spray and the exceptional view that is available to you. On the decorative side, the white of the woodwork blends with the beige of the fabrics and the turquoise blue harmoniously enhances this painting with its soothing shades.
Suite
This beautiful south-facing corner suite consists of a lounge and a separate adjoining room. The soft shades inspired by the ocean reveal all the charm of the spaces. Large bay windows open onto a balcony or a terrace where you can admire the perpetual spectacle offered by the ocean.
Junior Suite
This large room combines pastel colours and with patterns inspired by Belliloise nature. Enjoy a lounge area and a soothing view of the hotel’s gardens and surrounding landscape.
Family Room
Located on the top floor, this charming duplex combines two independent night spaces and guarantees the privacy of the whole family.
The children’s room is located in a mezzanine accessible by a staircase. A large bay window opens onto a pleasant terrace to admire the ocean as far as the eye can see and the rugged wild coast.
Superior Room
This spacious room offers you a superb panoramic view of the ocean. Enjoy this exceptional view from your bed thanks to two bay windows, bathing the room in light. For your comfort, this room has a large dressing room.
Dining
In a warm setting or on the terrace overlooking Port Goulphar, 180° invites you to discover a gourmet cuisine full of contrasts. Embark on a unique taste journey where land and sea come together in perfect harmony.
A Chef inspired by nature
Outstanding diplomat, Chef Franck Moisan succeeds in reconciling classicism and modernity. He likes to combine the flavours of the open sea with those of the Bellilois terroir.
You will be delighted by surprising blends of spices, a nod to the Compagnie des Indes, which was at the origin of Lorient, very close by. With a predilection for short circuits and the conviction of the importance of respecting the seasons, Franck Moisan draws his inspiration from the bellilian nature.
Marine products and bellilois terroir
Homemade smoked salmon, wild red mullets, langoustines, hollow oysters or opulent turbot… Discover or rediscover these beautiful marine products prepared with respect and creativity. If you are seduced by lobster, succumb to the charm of a menu that offers this royal dish in five different ways.
The offshore lamb or the sea spray beef, both raised on the island, testify to the richness of the land. On the sweet side, the refined creations of pastry chef Mickaël Lemarié breathe sweetness, just like Belle-Île.
A passion for great wines
With a red grape in the Michelin Guide, the beautiful wine cellar of the Castel Clara has more than 300 references. Because gastronomy is also the marriage of food and wine, let us guide you or choose from a wide selection of bottles, from the most prestigious to the most confidential.
The Café Clara
Facing one of the most beautiful panoramas of the island, the Café Clara welcomes you in a resolutely warm atmosphere.
The seafood buffet, which has made the place famous, is the centre of attention. The varied and gourmet marine products are sublimated by subtle flavours. You will also find a generous daily menu inspired by the local produce of Belle-Île.
The Cotton Bar
Named in honour of the nearby Aiguilles de Port Coton, the Cotton Bar is a chic and cosy place where you can relax in the evening around bold cocktails or during the day to admire the ocean. Passionate about wines and spirits, our bartenders offer you a very fine selection of Champagnes, whiskies and old rums.
For those seeking a detox, fruit and vegetable juices, smoothies, flavoured waters and other non-alcoholic drinks are available. Music, an integral part of the place, is always present, and even live during the many “jazz aperitifs” organised all year round.
Breakfast at the Café Clara
The Castel Clara’s breakfast is a buffet renowned for the quality and diversity of its products. Special breads, cakes, jams, Belle-Ile honey, everything is homemade.
Ask our “crêpier” to prepare his crêpes and delicious pancakes for you, he will be happy to satisfy your sugar envies. Salted food is also in the spotlight with smoked salmon, delicatessen and cheese, eggs and even oysters. So many little pleasures to start your day off right.
Meetings, conferences and events
Make your events, business meetings or seminars a real success by welcoming your guests in a sumptuous setting with marine highlights.
Combined with a wide range of dedicated services, this oceanic setting will be the setting for all your desires. Belle-Ile-en-Mer is unveiled in all its richness and beauty to the delight of your guests.
Wellness
Enjoy the benefits of the ocean in our space entirely dedicated to well-being and beauty. Exceptional thalassotherapy treatments or relaxing Spa treatment, our experts will adapt to all your needs and guarantee you softness and soothing. Marine energy is at the heart of our approach to give your body and mind the most delicate care.
Thalasso
Thalassotherapy is part of the essence of the Castel Clara and is in the spirit of a place located in the open sea.
We offer you modern and fully equipped facilities, high quality treatments and cures adapted to your desires, from fitness to the Slimming and Softness cure. We take care of everything so that you can let go and enter serenely into a world of relaxation and care, rocked by the sound of the ocean.
Essential treatments
These treatments, included in our Thalasso Package, combine the benefits of seawater and marine active ingredients with beneficial properties for your body and mind. Enjoy a real energy concentrate that will restore your body’s tonicity and vitality.
Excellence treatments
Our Excellence treatments are an invitation to absolute well-being. Accompanied by a naturopath in the “Stress and Sleep” cure, beauticians in the “Beauty” cure, experts in relaxing techniques from around the world in the cure “Massages of the world” or relaxation experts in the “Detox” cure, we welcome you to a world of softness and soothing.
Expert treatments
The “Slimming & Softness” treatment combines a balanced diet and body care adapted to your needs with a sports coach.
Revitalize yourself with the “Sea and Rehabilitation” treatment and its personalized program in warm sea water. The “Light Legs” treatment ensures good circulation through specific massages and treatments.
Dynamic treatments
Our dynamic treatments combine sport and relaxation, according to several formulas adapted to your tastes and passions. “Coaching Tonic & Thalasso”, “Golf & Wellness”, “Back to Nature”, we offer you all the fitness options, while having fun and enjoying Belle-Île.
Thalasso whims
You have the possibility to combine all the treatments to create your own wellness break. Let your body and mind enjoy all the benefits of the ocean by choosing the tailor-made treatments specially designed by our experts that suit you.
Spa
In the heart of the thalassotherapy institute, our Spa Clara is dedicated to well-being and beauty. In search of pleasure and soothing, your body and mind have found their refuge.
In an atmosphere of marine colours, discover a wonderful range of treatments. A promise of serenity and gentleness, the Spa Clara invites you to explore all aspects of well-being to the rhythm of the ocean.
Pools
Dive into our indoor heated seawater pool and enjoy all its marine benefits: stress relief, muscle relaxation and a revitalized body! Our large outdoor heated pool will allow you to enjoy a superb panorama of the ocean as far as the eye can see.
Explore all the facets of a wild and mysterious island
Your heart swings between enjoying your cocoon of oceanic softness at the hotel and exploring the island and its countless activities? At the Castel Clara, we have all the services you need to satisfy all your desires. Belle-Ile-en-Mer has many delights and we give you the keys to them.
Belle-Ile from the sky
Fly high and discover the island’s landscapes from the skies. An ideal activity for thrill seekers and dazzling sceneries. for a moment of sharing in the heart of a protected nature.
Horseback riding
Ride along the coastal paths on horseback for a moment of sharing in the heart of a protected nature. Something to create beautiful memories as a solitary, couple, family, or with friends.
Belle-Ile by bike
Ride your electric bicycle along the countless coastal tracks of Belle-Ile-en-Mer. All the material is for rent directly in our hotel. Why not make the most of it?
Wild hiking
The enchanting nature of Belle-Ile can also be explored on foot. With its 85 km of hiking trails along the GR® 340 Atlantic coastline, there are plenty of breathtaking views of the ocean.
Golf, tennis and more
At any time of the day, enjoy a sporting break. Whether it is a moment at the fitness room with a view of the sea, a tennis match on its outdoor courts, or a golf game full of sea fresh air, the hotel offers you the opportunity to combine well-being and tonicity in all simplicity.
Water activities
Ride the waves and discover Belle-Ile-en-Mer from the ocean. Sailing, surfing, diving, kayaking, sea fishing, sea outings… Alone or with professionals, the possibilities are infinite. There is a sailing school on the island offering courses for all ages.
Lose yourself in an exceptional location
The island is Brittany’s largest, measuring 17 km by 9 km, with a highest point 70 metres above sea level. It is divided by a number of small, charming valleys for you to explore, as well as four small towns (Bangor, Sauzon, Le Palais and Locmarai) as well as around a hundred small hamlets.
Stroll through these emblematic places as the famous painters Monet or Russell did. Don’t hesitate to try bathing on the fine, sandy beaches, with the most scenic undoubtedly being the beach at Port Donnant, just north of the Castel Clara.
With its 82 km of coastal paths, Belle-Ile is a real paradise for hikers. Rocky creeks, secret beaches, flower-covered hillsides, brightly-coloured villages, and castles: you will discover throughout your walk the island’s characteristic light, bright ambiance that comes with a sensational feeling of being at the end of the world.
