Steps from the Port! Chic 2-Bed in the Heart of Saint-Tropez

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about this place? The moment I stepped inside, it felt nothing like those cramped Saint-Tropez rentals that cost a fortune and barely fit your luggage. This apartment on Rue Général Allard has that rare combination of actually being stylish AND functional – which, honestly, is harder to find in Saint-Tropez than you’d think.

The location is pretty much perfect if you want to be in the thick of things without dealing with the absolute chaos of the harbor area. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk to the port (I timed it because I’m weird like that), but you’re tucked away enough that you’re not hearing drunk tourists stumbling back at 3 AM. The street itself is one of those typical narrow Saint-Tropez lanes with that lovely worn stone that looks amazing in photos but can be a bit tricky with wheeled luggage – just so you know. What I loved is that you can pop down to the port for your morning coffee at Café de Paris, then retreat back to your own space when the day-tripper crowds start rolling in around 11.

The apartment itself surprised me with how thoughtfully it’s set up. The two bedrooms are actually proper bedrooms, not those weird converted spaces you sometimes get in these old buildings. The main living area has these gorgeous French doors that flood the place with light, and there’s this little balcony that’s perfect for morning coffee or evening wine – you can’t see the water from here, but you get these lovely glimpses of the terracotta rooftops that make Saint-Tropez so photogenic. The kitchen is compact but has everything you actually need (decent coffee maker, real wine glasses, enough counter space to prep a simple breakfast). I ended up cooking a few meals here because, let’s be honest, eating out for every meal in Saint-Tropez will drain your bank account faster than you can say “rosé.”

The owner clearly knows what travelers want – there’s good Wi-Fi, proper blackout curtains (essential if you’re planning any late nights at VIP Room), and the air conditioning actually works well, which is crucial during those sweltering July and August days. Parking can be tricky in this part of town (it’s Saint-Tropez, after all), but there’s a public lot about a five-minute walk away that’s not too painful price-wise. The building itself is quiet – mostly seems to be other vacation rentals and a few locals, so no one’s giving you dirty looks for coming home late from a night out.

What really sold me on this place is that it strikes that sweet spot between being close to everything you want to do in Saint-Tropez while giving you a genuine home base. You’re walking distance to Place des Lices for the famous market days (Tuesdays and Saturdays – don’t miss it), easy stroll to all the restaurants and bars, but you also have your own space to decompress. After spending days getting jostled by crowds and paying €15 for a simple lunch, having this calm, well-designed retreat to come back to felt like a luxury in itself.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $632. One-Bedroom House with 1 double bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Exceptional – Renae from United States – 18 July 2025 (10/10)

  Amazing location
  
  What could be improved: No direct sunlight

• Fabulous location and decor – nicoleta from United States – 18 June 2025 (10/10)

  We absolutely loved the location and decor. It felt like a vacation
  
  What could be improved: .

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