Top Hotel Room: Chateau de la Messardiere

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Hands down, Chateau de la Messardiere in Saint-Tropez, France is home of my favorite hotel room of all time for so many reasons. This 5-star hotel is a 19th century chateau sitting on a hilltop overlooking the Bay of Saint-Tropez, vineyards of Ramatuelle, and the Mediterranean. It’s just a short ride to the center of Saint-Tropez and to the private TropĂ©zina beach.



Junior Suite at Messardiere

Junior Suite. Photo courtesy Chateau de la Messardiere

I stayed in a junior suite and loved the terracotta tile floors and Italian-inspired decorations. The canopied bed with soft white billowing curtains added that touch of the exotic. My private extra-large terrace with sweeping sea views in the distance was one of my room’s highlights. The large bath was welcome in Europe, and those big fluffy white bath towels were luxurious.

Of course, part of the draw is Chateau de la Messardiere’s location in the south of France, but it’s more than that. The hotel is beautiful, and the grounds are exquisite. I enjoyed photographing the trees and flowers. There are spectacular views from the terraces. The food is incredible French fare served with fine French wines on lovely china. But the thing that made this the perfect experience for me was the staff.

Chateau de la Messardiere

Chateau de la Messardiere. Photo courtesy Chateau de la Messardiere


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When I visited Chateau de la Messardiere, it was under the direction of Gerald Hardy. Mr. Hardy had managed the Chateau since it opened as a hotel and loved the property as if it were his child. Mr. Hardy left a legacy that I hope the staff will continue in honor of his dedication. But the rest of the staff was fabulous as well.





One example came in the wee hours during my stay. I couldn’t sleep. All I wanted was a cup of hot tea. I hesitated to call and ask as this isn’t a big hotel, and I knew the kitchen was closed. I finally called the front desk and asked if there was any way to get a pot of hot water. I always carry a few tea bags, so I hoped this would be a good compromise. They were most gracious and assured me someone would be right up to my room. Mr. Hardy arrived in less than 10 minutes with a lovely china teapot filled with hot water. There was also a basket of several varieties of exceptional European teas, a jar of honey, a pot of cream, a cup of homemade chocolate candies from the restaurant, two fresh croissants, and even a single rose in a bud vase. That kind gesture made this tired writer most grateful and brought a huge smile to my face.

That is what makes an already great hotel exceptional and why Chateau de la Messardiere always holds a special place in my heart and — so far — remains my favorite stay.

Aerial View Chateau de la Messardiere

Aerial View of Chateau de la Messardiere. Photo courtesy Chateau de la Messardiere

Chateau de la Messardiere
Route de Tahiti
83990 Saint-Tropez, France

http://www.messardiere.com



Written by Susan Lanier-Graham

Founder and publisher Susan Lanier-Graham has traveled the world for the past twenty years, filling a passport or two along the way. She has wandered through the jungles of Thailand, explored the mysteries of the Great Pyramids, and shared the night with a leopard in Zambia. She sailed in the Mediterranean, sipped her way through Burgundy canals and Champagne caves. She followed Rembrandt’s footsteps through Amsterdam. Susan found her center on the red rocks of Sedona and soaked up an exquisite sunset over the Indian Ocean in Bali. Susan is always looking for wow moments around the world or across the street to share with adventure lovers everywhere. She has authored more than 75 books and hundreds of magazine articles. Susan is an award-winning travel writer and member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). She is a Certified California Wine Appellation Specialist (CWAS). Susan is also the managing editor of North Peoria Lifestyle, a print lifestyle publication in the Phoenix, Arizona, area. Susan's work regularly appears in print and online in a variety of publications. These include various AAA publications, Postcards for Travel Leaders, Alamo.com, Hotels.com, Fairmont.com, Sofitel.com, Paradise Valley City Lifestyle, Scottsdale City Lifestyle, So Scottsdale, Green Living AZ, Modern Luxury, Marriott.com, WHERE Arizona, WHERE Traveler Phoenix + Scottsdale, and more.

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