Saint Tropez Sea View Penthouse

Hotel Description

You know what hit me first about this place? The moment you step onto that top floor terrace, Saint-Tropez spreads out below you like some ridiculously perfect postcard – and I mean that in the best way possible. The Saint Tropez Sea View Penthouse sits right in Résidence la Caravelle, tucked away on Chemin des Amoureux (which, honestly, couldn’t be a more fitting street name for the views you’ll wake up to). It’s apartment 310 on the top floor, and that detail actually matters because you’re getting all that Mediterranean light without anyone stomping around above you.

The whole setup feels more like staying at a well-connected friend’s place than some sterile hotel room. The kitchen’s actually functional – I’m talking real counter space and decent appliances, not the usual tiny euro-fridge situation. What really gets me is how they’ve managed to capture that relaxed Tropezien vibe without going overboard on the nautical theme that so many places around here lean into. The furnishings are clean and modern, but there’s this lived-in comfort that makes you want to sprawl out with a book and a glass of rosé (which, let’s be real, is probably what you came here to do anyway). The bedrooms are spacious enough that you’re not playing luggage Tetris, and the bathrooms – well, they’ve got that nice rain shower situation that somehow makes you feel like you’re at a spa.

Here’s the thing about the location though – you’re close enough to the port that you can easily walk down for dinner or to people-watch at the famous café terraces, but far enough up the hill that you escape most of the tourist chaos. During high season (July and August, obviously), the town center gets absolutely packed, but coming back to this quiet residential area feels like finding a secret hideaway. Parking can be a bit tricky in Saint-Tropez generally, but the residence has its own spots, which honestly saves you from circling the narrow streets looking for a place to dump your rental car. The check-in process is refreshingly straightforward too – none of that awkward hotel lobby waiting around.

I mean, let’s be honest about the 4-star rating and 8.6 score – this isn’t palatial luxury, but it doesn’t try to be. What it does exceptionally well is give you that authentic South of France experience without the pretension or the eye-watering prices of some of the flashier spots closer to the marina. You’ll hear church bells in the morning instead of traffic, and the sea breeze actually reaches the terrace in the evenings when the mistral picks up. If you’re the type who values space, views, and that perfect balance between being in the action but not overwhelmed by it, this penthouse delivers exactly what Saint-Tropez should feel like – effortlessly elegant, genuinely relaxing, and just a little bit magical when the sunset hits the water just right.

Rooms

• Apartment with Sea View with king bed, 1 king bed and 2 × 2 sofa beds for 4 adults

Reviews

• Marcela from United States of America (9/10)

  Amazing views, walking distance to everything. Very easy process to check in and out. The owner reached out to us and was very involved! Thank you!

• T from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Location views furnishing

• Fergus from Australia (8/10)

  The location is excellent with the centre of St Tropez and excellent restaurants etc only a 5-minute walk away.
  The roof top is great, plenty of room with a million-dollar view!

• Cheyenne from United States of America (9/10)

  Perfect location and beautiful views . Patrick was super nice and accommodating and gave us a few great recommendations for dinner

• Kevin from United States of America (7/10)

  Great location, great views good staff.

• Christopher from United States of America (8/10)

  fantastic location and gorgeous views from the private rooftop patio. complex has nice pool.

• T from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Location, decor, a beautiful immaculate apartment with a fabulous roof terrace and great views. The host could not do enough to help and make the stay excellent

• Kristy from United States of America (7/10)

  The rooftop deck is amazing!

• Juan from Switzerland (8/10)

  Perfect localisation for saint tropez

• Erik from United States of America (9/10)

  Really outstanding location. Good set up for 4-5 ppl

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