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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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Hotel de Toiras enjoys an exceptional location at the entrance of the port of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, the historic capital of the island of Ré and offers ideal access, via its bridge, to the old town of La Rochelle.
The façades, typical of the old Île de Ré residences subjected to the forces of the Atlantic Ocean for nearly four centuries, make the hotel an integral part of the activities and life of this harbour town and endow it with great natural charm. The Hôtel de Toiras harmoniously combines the traditions of Charente with the comfort of a luxurious hotel.
Overlooking the harbor or an aromatic garden, every room and every furniture has been thought and designed according to a character. From George Washington to Madame de Sévigné. A unique experience to remember.
The decoration and the interior design of the Hotel de Toiras have been signed by Pierre-Yves ROCHON. Olivia Le Calvez has also had the support of the best craftspeople in order to highlight the history of the island of Ré and of the Poitou-Charente region, including Taillardat, Bronze d’Art Français, regional antiquarians.
The choice of the fabrics included leading French furniture makers such as Pierre Frey, Canovas, Brunschwig, Ralph Lauren. The mission consisted in reviving a 17th century shipowner house, located at the entrance to the harbour of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, like an invitation to a journey.
Olivia Le Calvez has initiated the revival of leading historical figures, artists or explorers through fabrics, atmospheres, colours, antique furniture, patina … to transport you into a cosy and warm atmosphere.
Presidential Suite George Washington
The Presidential Suite is George Washington themed and provides a romantic charm for all who stay here. At a spacious 110 sq.m, you will enjoy the well decorated space looking out over the harbour of Saint-Martin and l’ Ile de Ré France. A separate living room with fireplace and breakfast table nook provides a sense of living at the Hotel de Toiras. Experience the best in the presidential suite.
Premier Suite Harbour View – Duc de Buckingham
Relax and pursue your dreams from the Madame de Sévigné inspired premier suites. The Port view shows the harbor and l’Ile de Ré where you can gaze at the glittering sea. Inside the suite are a grand fireplace, pale blue silk fabric, and a Versailles parquet floor. A sitting area, tall wardrobe, and king sized bed add to the luxury of this Louis XVI styled room.
Junior Suite Garden View
Junior suites are luxury suites when you stay at the Hotel de Toiras. With a bathroom located on the mezzanine and all the modern comforts, this suite includes lush Toile de Joy fabrics and paintings by the architect Vauban.
The theme is American continental discovery. From its garden view to its large and bright rooms, the suites are intended to provide a calm and thoughtful atmosphere. Here you can enjoy the tranquility of l’Ile de Ré.
Deluxe Room Garden View
Deluxe rooms are inspired by the artist Raphaël Drouart and provide a garden view. Tranquility from the great rooms is echoed throughout each area including the fabrics, wall coverings and furnishings.
Near l’Ile de Ré, the rooms offer guests the best of amenities including a bathroom with bathtub and modern designs in soft and soothing colours. A writing desk, queen sized bed, and lush linens await you here.
Privilege Room Harbour View
The room in shades of jade is soft and poetic to recall the personality of Evangeline, with its wallpaper NINA CAMPBELL (birdcage walk collection), its fabrics BEACON HILL for the shepherdesses, and CANOVAS for the curtains.
Evangeline allows us to honor the link between Acadia and Poitou Charente and more particularly Brouage. Among the French that emigrated to Canada in the 17th century, the largest group came from Poitou, Aunis and Saintonge.
In the 20th century, half of the Acadian population had a poitevine-saintongeaise roots. That’s why Envangeline, as the heroine of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem and identity myth of Acadia, proved to be a choice in the Hôtel de Toiras.
La Villa Clarisse
Located a few steps away from the Hôtel de Toiras, La Villa Clarisse, first member of Once in a Lifetime, is a true haven of peace charged with history and cultivating a taste for secrecy. An enchanting garden, sublimated by the famous landscape designer Louis Benech has its own heated outdoor swimming pool.
Its 9 spacious and bright suites and rooms are organised around this lovely patio. Villa Clarisse is the only hotel on the Atlantic coast to offer a butler service to ensure the well-being of its guests. Olivia Le Calvez has chosen Maison Caulières and its environmentally friendly products for the welcome amenities.
George’s Restaurant
Discover the new restaurant, George’s, and its large terrace with a chic and relaxed lounge atmosphere and a breathtaking view over the port of Saint-Martin-de-Ré. It is a restaurant, wine cellar, cocktail bar and breakfast venue all in one.
The George’s menu is both eclectic and modern, with a strong regional focus. It highlights quality local products, particularly those from the sea. Valet parking is available in front of the hotel every lunchtime.
Blue Note Bar
Take a seat on one of the high stools surrounding the Blue Note Bar and its Calacatta marble counter. Enjoy a delicious creative cocktail, a glass of wine or even a digestif after your meal at George’s, all in an atmosphere punctuated by jazzy notes.
Salon d’Olivia
La Table d’Olivia restaurant has been replaced by Salon d’Olivia. This new living space is located next to an elegant bar with a Calacatta marble counter and high stools.
It opens onto a delightful patio, designed by the famous landscape architect Louis Benech. A small cocoon in pastel colours, the Salon d’Olivia is a pleasant place to relax and read, chat or have tea, after a walk on the sea or a stroll in the open air, in a jazzy musical atmosphere.
In-room Spa treatment
The Hotel de Toiras is pleased to offer face and body treatments. All the treatments that we offer have been designed to offer you a moment of pure relaxation for a break from the daily grind. We recommend you to book your treatment with our reservation service.
Wild beaches on the island
The Hotel de Toiras is located less than a 10-minute walk from the “Plage de la Cible”. With nearly fifteen beaches lining the island, the island is the ideal place to relax and enjoy days in the fresh sea air.
From the Trousse-Chemise beach to the Gros-Jonc beach and the Grouin beach, let yourself be seduced by these vast preserved areas for guaranteed moments of relaxation.
Conference Facilities
The hotel is an ideal place for retreats and seminars. Its facilities can cater for groups of about fifteen people. The pleasant meeting room, located upstairs in the Maison des Artistes, combines charm and modernity.
Its woody atmosphere and the peace and quiet of the interior garden are in no way disturbed by the discrete technology made available to users (telephone lines, projection screens, television, DVD player, paperboard, etc.)
As far as coffee breaks are concerned, the hotel can organize coffee, tea, cocktails and light snacks, at your request. For seminars requiring greater reception capacity, alternative solutions can be offered nearby.
Guided Tour
Visit this small piece of land, bathed in sunlight, with its own authentic way of life. Depending on the season you may come across a saltmaker or a winegrower at work.
Enjoy its specific features such as the Vauban citadel (a fortress listed as worldwide heritage), a black and white painted spire, and kilometres of fine-sandy beaches…It’s a pleasure for Françoise Migraine, certified guide, to share “her” island!
Le Phare des Baleines
Located at 30 minutes by car from the Hotel, the Phare des Baleines lighthouse boasts a stunning view of the island of Ré thanks to its vantage point at a height of 60 metres. To reach it, you need to climb the 257 steps leading to the top.
The ecomuseum of the salt Marsh & the Maison du Fier
The two museums located in the North of the island allow you to discover the Ré fauna and flora and the history of the salt marshes in an entertaining manner. An ideal outing for the family!
The Ernest Cognacq Museum
Only a few steps away from the Hotel de Toiras, the Ernest Cognacq Museum makes you relive the history of the island of Ré through its permanent exhibition.
La Rochelle
The dynamic, welcoming and lively city of La Rochelle knows how to seduce you, for a few hours or a few days, thanks to its maritime character, its architectural heritage, its attachment to culture and its quality of life.
Aquarium
A journey to the heart of the ocean: during 2 hours, visit the heart of the oceans, meet more than 12,000 marine animals, and let yourself be surprised by the biodiversity of the Atlantic, the Mediterranean, and the Tropics.
La Rochelle Towers
Visit the three towers of La Rochelle, classified as a historic monument and remains of medieval maritime fortifications. The Saint-Nicolas tower, the Chaîne tower, and the Lantern tower are the three towers of the La Rochelle waterfront and are the gateway to the emblematic Old Port.
For five centuries, they have defended the pass and served as the point of attachment to the chain, stretched from one bank to the other, used to prevent access to the port.
Francofolies
Les Francofolies is a music festival created in 1985 in La Rochelle in Charente-Maritime on the initiative of Jean-Louis Foulquier. Since then, the festival has been held every year in July.
The Bunker
Visit this incredible Bunker, home of U-Boote officers during World War II. Built in the city centre in the greatest secrecy in 1941, it is now open to the public.
Musée du Nouveau Monde
A place devoted to colonial history: this museum is dedicated to France’s relations with the Americas. Discover paintings, drawings, engravings, old maps, decorative art objects and photographs evoking Brazil, Canada or Louisiana unfolding in these magnificent rocky and neo-classical spaces.
La Belle du Gabut
La Belle du Gabut welcomes you from May to October, from noon to midnight. La Belle du Gabut is a living organ that is constantly reinventing itself, metamorphosing. The stage as a figurehead is theatre, dance, concerts, open-air cinema, shows for young audiences, conferences that take place there every day and all this around good organic and local products.
Le Marché
In the heart of La Rochelle, more than just a place to go shopping, Les Halles market is a tradition, deeply rooted in the heart of La Rochelle people. Since the 19th century, people have been coming here to find the best products of the region: from potatoes from the Island of Ré to Charentais melon and salicornia.
Enough to make a market of 100% local fresh produce. Need a break after shopping? Some shops are associated with the producers: you can taste your purchases from the market directly on the café’s terrace!
Donkey Ride
Come and meet Mr Léau’s donkeys in the wooden parkland of the Parc de la Barbette, in Saint-Martin. The rest of the pack remains in the fields… and give us the famous donkey milk that is used for soaps and renowned cosmetic products
Le Puy du Fou
Elected Best Park in the World, the Puy Du Fou is located approximately two hours from the hotel by car. This theme park offers plenty of grandiose spectacles and adventures which will enthral both kids and adults.
By Bicycle
As one of the must dos on the island of Ré, with more than 200 kilometres of cycle tracks, bicycle rides are the best way to benefit from the marvellous sceneries between the sea and vines. e-Bikes, tandem or mountain bikes – don’t hesitate to let us know your preference.
By Boat
Would you like to circle the island of Ré by boat and return to the port of Ars en Ré via the Fier, fish the meagre (the fish of the island of Ré) in the open sea, visit the famous Fort Boyard or spend your day on the island of Aix (car-free island).
Golf
If you are a regular golfer or in quest of discoveries, our team can make a reservation at the Ile de Ré golf course (9 holes) or the La Rochelle course (18 holes). These two golf courses are located 30 minutes by car from the hotel and welcome you all year round.
Water Sports
Water sports are the highlight during the high season; the island of Ré offers many possibilities like a jet ski tour around Fort Boyard, the discovery of the marshes by paddle or an initiation to kite surfing.
