Rising to breathtaking heights where the air is tangibly crisp, resides an intimate alpine retreat, Le Mélézin, in the French Alps. Standing four storeys high under a distinctive black slate roof it provides an après-ski home set in a mesmeric wonderland of groomed slopes - both nursery and couloirs – framed by snow caressed conifer forests under a piercingly blue midday sky. Ideally situated on the Bellecôte ski slope, the hotel is a lively home of glowing warmth, a stroll from the epicentre of one of Europe’s most fashionable and exclusive resorts, Courchevel 1850, with access to some of the most exceptional skiing in Europe…directly from the front door. Le Mélézin’s history dates back to 1956, when it was opened as Le Savoy. The village of Courchevel was little more than an alpine pasture, a summer gateway for hikers and mountain climbers. The Trois Vallées region that embraces Courchevel today is acknowledged for its beautifully groomed slopes, superb infrastructure and some of the consistently best skiing conditions in the world. Situated right on the Bellecôte piste allows ski in and ski out access to the resort. Watch skiers slalom from the comfort of Le Mélézin’s Salon. Enjoy spectacular mountain views throughout the resort from wall-sized windows in the lounges, bedrooms and bathrooms, catching the alpine sun, forests of pine and larch and the skiers themselves. The scenic vistas from Courchevel 1850 open all the way from the French to the Swiss Alps. The four-storey, slate-roof of Le Mélézin is imbued with the comforts and intimacy of a manor house. Reflective spot lighting lends a patina of warmth throughout. The classically patterned parquet flooring and panelling of the Lobby and Bar feature 200 year old oak beams, adding a weathered touch to the updated surroundings. On the ground floor, bronze sculptures of wild birds add a rural French flavour. Its classic ambience and hammam steam room, gym and pool, offer the ultimate in après-ski. The winter season runs from mid-December to mid-April. Cuisine The Dining Room offers traditional French cuisine adapted to the lighter demands of the modern diner, as well as an authentic Thai menu. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in an elegant manor-house setting, amidst old oak beams and engravings. The Bar is decorated in oak panelling and has a classically patterned parquet floor. Weather permitting, the outdoor Terrace serves lunch, refreshments and afternoon tea. The salon and library With its cosy fireplace and views to the slopes, the Salon is a popular après-ski gathering place. After sunset, guests may enjoy pre-dinner drinks here and order their dinner. A selection of books and magazines, along with DVDs and CDs, are available in English and French. Sundeck This area is designed for private sunbathing, with deck chairs for reading and lounging. Spa The Spa offers treatments in two massage rooms, one massage/facial/treatment room and one Thai/Shiatsu room. Hammam and gym The classic and convivial hammam (steam room) with its capri-stone walls and vaulted ceiling is a popular spot for winding down. A massage or facial is a natural complement to the steam soak. The adjacent gym has a variety of exercise equipment. Swimming pool Set between stone columns, the cosy indoor pool basks in natural light which filters down through a glass-pyramid skylight. There is one jacuzzi at either side. Ski room The ski room opens directly onto the Bellecôte ski slope and offers racks for storing skis and snowboards, as well as heated racks for boots. Bellboys lay out the skis on the snow every morning, ready for guests to start their day on the slopes. Le Mélézin can arrange for a personal ski instructor, mountain guides and ski passes. The ski village of Courchevel 1850 is situated in the heart of the Trois Vallées, the world’s largest ski area, popular for its well-groomed slopes, extensive infrastructure and consistently good skiing conditions. Geneva and Lyon-Saint Exupéry are the closest international airports. Limousine and helicopter transfers are available from Geneva, Lyon or Chambéry. The Heliport is a few minutes from Le Mélézin. Le Mélézin arranges flights to various airports and guests may also drive direct to Courchevel. From Geneva, 140km north of Courchevel, or Lyon, 200km to the west, it is a two-and-a-half-hour drive while Paris is seven hours away by road. By fast TGV train, Paris to Moûtiers-Salins takes just over four hours, followed by a 40-minute drive to Courchevel by taxi or private car. The concierge at Le Mélézin can organise all types of transfers.

The exquisite Chalet Black Pearl is spread over 3 floors and ideally situated between the village of Val d’Isère, just a 10 minute walk away, and the Funival funicular in La Daille. Black Pearl’s chauffeured 4X4 vehicle can whisk you into town or directly to the lifts in less than a minute! Equally, the chalet is perfectly placed to take full advantage of the free bus service which serves the entire resort, with stops just a short distance from the chalet. Built by Philippe Capezzone, owner and architect of the 5* Hotel Kilimandjaro in Courchevel 1850, the chalet was conceived to answer the most demanding criteria in terms of luxury and comfort. A wonderful mix of contemporary design mingled with traditional Savoyard stone and classic woodwork panelling and beautifully finished with many designer materials and furnishings. The sitting area with its huge armchairs and comfortable sofas has a large open stone fire and is equipped with the latest flat screen LED television, Bose Sound system, DVD player, WIFI and iPod Dock. Picture windows lead onto a sunny terrace and there is also an open plan dining area. Chalet Black Pearl has five double/twin bedrooms each with en suite bathrooms. The ground floor houses a magnificent indoor swimming pool with jet stream and Hammam. Additionally there is a home cinema projector screen with DVD and Playstation 3 facilities. FEATURES : Indoor swimming pool with jet stream, Steam Room / Hammam, Ski Room with boot warmers, Open Fireplace, Nespresso© coffee, Bathrobes, slippers and towels, Azzarro© bath & beauty products, In house ski/boot fitting, service, Chauffeured 4x4, Garage parking, Collection of DVD's and music, Satellite television, WIFI, Home Cinema System, iPod Docks, Sun terrace

Of all the hotels on the Cote d'Azur, Château Eza is the most stunning, with a Michelin-starred restaurant, tucked away in one of the most enchanting locations on the Côte d' Azur. Exquisite and intimate, the 12 rooms and suites château clings to the side of the ancient rock walls of Eze, a thousand-year-old medieval village more than 400 meters above the Mediterranean Sea. Chateau Eza offers 12 luxurious rooms and suites, each of them uniquely designed in the tradition of the castle. Located in the beautiful and tranquil Eze Village , French Riviera, Southern France Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant , serving French and Mediterranean cuisine Panoramic views over the Mediterranean sea 5 star service and amenities Chateau Eza is close to the beach and sea

An imposing manor overlooking Briffaut Lake, Hotel Domaine de Beauvois is a glorious retreat set in 350 acres of Loire Valley parkland. Tranquillity is guaranteed here together with a choice of cuisine, gentle pastimes and a connoisseurs wine selection. Location Luynes, west of Tours. Vineyards, castles, golf and horse riding available nearby. 15 km from Tours Val de Loire Airport. Things to enjoy Tennis, ballooning, wine tasting in private trogloditic cellar, heated outdoor swimming pool in summer. In detail Crafted wooden furnishings grace comfortable and elegant rooms that retain much of their 16th and 17th-century charm. Hotel Domaine de Beauvois offers a choice of two dining rooms, either sophisticated cuisine in the Briffaut room or country cuisine is served in the Louis XIII and Louis XV lounges, overlooking the terrace and formal garden. Lunch by the pool in the summer, fish or play bowls or take to the air with a balloon ride over Domaine de Beauvois’ extensive grounds. Visit nearby Luynes and its 12th-century castle, then try some wine tasting in local vineyards. Rooms In line with our commitment to offer our guests both choice and diversity, Small Luxury Hotels of the World properties offer a range of room categories for you to choose from. Services Sample a gastronomic dinner on the terrace in summer or indulge in wine tasting. The wine cellar, hewn out of the living rock, has over 5,000 bottles with some vintages over 100 years old. Or, for another angle on the hotel, take to a hot air balloon ride into the sky above Luynes. This is a hotel for the true romantic. Restaurant A sophisticated cuisine paying tribute to regional produce served in the "Briffaut" room, a spacious and comfortable dinning room adorned with a majestic fireplace and opening largely onto the terrace; The "Season menu" country cuisine which each months focuses on one seasonal product (mushrooms, game, seafood.), served in the Louis XIII and Louis XV lounges, more intimate and cosy rooms overlooking the terrace and its French style garden.

The Monaco shipyards have delivered one of their most beautiful creations with the completion of its spectacular 45-million-euro refurbishment of the hotel Fairmont Monte Carlo. This is the ideal opportunity to offer you a dazzling cruise through all the pleasures of the Mediterranean and the Principality aboard this new boat filled with light and luxury. The Fairmont Monte Carlo hotel is a unique four-star luxury convention resort located in the heart of the Principality of Monaco in between the Mediterranean Sea and the legendary Casino of Monte Carlo. The hotel is one of the largest in Europe with its 602 guest rooms, residences and suites, two restaurants, a bar, 18 meeting rooms, and a new pool space on the roof rethought to integrate a contemporary touch. There is also a stunning new Willow Stream Spa, that lets you rediscover all your energy and the new Willow Stream Fitness & pool, which is the ideal place for a work-out overlooking the Riviera, shopping arcade and in-house Casino. Fairmont Monte Carlo, an island unto itself situated in the most exclusive part of the world. Among Monte Carlo hotels, The Fairmont is a lavish retreat that puts the Principality at your doorstep and allows you to immerse yourself in the region’s joie de vivre. Monaco is nestled between Italy and France on the Côte d'Azur. The Riviera offers over 300 days of sunshine throughout the year. Although the fabulous climate is a primary attraction, people are also drawn to the region's warm engaging colors, the variety of its surroundings and the friendliness of the people. From the deep blue of the Mediterranean to the dazzling white canyons of the inland countryside, Monaco never stops revealing surprises. Immerse yourself in the beauty and sophistication of this world-class destination with a stay at the Fairmont Monte Carlo luxury hotel.

Located on the French Riviera, right next to the Palais des Festivals and the Croisette, the Five Seas Hotel Cannes, 5-star boutique hotel features 45 rooms, half of which are suites. The Sea Sens restaurant on the fifth floor is signed by the Chef Arnaud Tabarec, Intuitions by J., the “Salon de Gourmandises” (a tea room specialising in French confectionary) created by the World Pastry Champion, Jérôme De Oliveira, who is also responsible for the desserts in the restaurant, the roof top with its infinity pool and bar lounge, the Spa Cinq Mondes & Carita, meetings rooms, a yacht available for cruises and private evening events... Just a few reasons to come and discover our hotel and its unique concept: "Voyage Immobile", from the 5 senses to the five continents...

Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris steps from the Champs-Elysees, with private terraces that command all Paris; 18th-century tapestries, lovingly restored; and a spirit that lives on in thoroughly reborn, highly advanced spaces, Four Seasons George V Paris redefines luxury service in the City of Light. Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris, an eight-storey landmark 1928 building, offers 245 guest rooms, nearly one-quarter of which are suites. All sparkle with unique architectural details and many feature private terraces overlooking the world’s most romantic city. Explore the menu creations that have earned Le Cinq twin Michelin stars – or, for carefree selection, savour the tasting menus. Linger in the tasteful elegance of La Galerie for breakfast, lunch, dinner or afternoon tea. Or choose the conviviality of Le Bar for cocktails or light meals. Dressed in restful, muted colours and decorated with 18th-century prints, the Spa – the finest, most luxurious hotel spa in Paris – is a true retreat in the vibrant heart of the city. It offers a comprehensive menu of skin and body treatments, as well as saunas, whirlpools and a pool surrounded by trompe l’oeil gardens.

The Hotel Martinez is known for stylish living, where comfort and technology have aesthetic overtones, and from its eminent position on the sea front, on the famous boulevard de La Croisette in Cannes. As spacious as it is extravagant, the hotel has an extraordinary infrastructure, both in terms of guest accommodation comprising 409 rooms and suites, and in the services the hotel has to offer. The Martinez has three restaurants, 'La Palme d'Or', a 2 stars Michelin gastronomic restaurant, 'Le Relais Martinez' and the 'Zplage Beach Restaurant'. There is a piano bar, a vast private beach, a heated pool, fifteen meeting rooms and reception lounges that total 2500 square metres.

Within the beauty of the 3 Valleys, the largest skiing area in the world, nestled at the heart of Courchevel 1850, GRANDES ALPES PRIVATE HOTEL***** has the pleasure of offering its guests, from December 16th, its Ultimate Collection of 9 exceptionally private Apartments with 5 star hotel service… The new concept of GRANDES ALPES PRIVATE HOTEL***** is a case of 9 jewels named after precious stones: Emerald, Ruby, Beryl, Topaz, Jade, Garnet, Onyx, Serpentine and Amethyst… 9 rare objects which vary in surface area from 150 to 300m²… There is also a Majordome/Butler, housekeeper and Chef in each Apartment, at our guests’ service 24 hours a day… With a contemporary interior designed by Jean Marc MOUCHET, each Apartment is extremely refined, a bold mix of beauty and technological comfort… As well as professional kitchens, personal wine cellars, living rooms with fireplaces, TV living rooms, libraries and 3 to 4 bedrooms per suite, Ipads have also been installed in every room and every living area… GRANDES ALPES PRIVATE HOTEL***** exclusively houses the Aigue-Marie Spa/Swimming pool, a gym with a personal coach, beauty treatment and massage cabins, the Sapphire Lounge Bar, the Denali Restaurant on the slopes with a variety of world gastronomic cuisines: French, Thai and Japanese… With attention to the smallest of details, GRANDES ALPES PRIVATE HOTEL***** will respond to all of your requests and every desire… A manageress at your service, a true orchestral conductor for our efficient and professional team, discrete on every occassion. And as if this is not enough, a Concierge whose limit remains at their guest’s imagination! In conclusion, this Boutique Hotel is our family’s answer to an exceptional holiday experience in the snow, individual, your ideal hotel…

Previously a 17th century Carmelite convent, the Jules César is now a character hotel which brings together all the best elements of modern hospitality whilst maintaining a sense of its history. From the moment you step through the door, the elegant Provençal décor brings you straight into the welcoming atmosphere of one of France’s most beautiful regions. Although situated in the town centre, it is very calm, except during local celebrations and the Festival of Music. Outside, the timeless nature of the surroundings is a natural presence and provides guests with an inviting stroll around the cloisters and gardens to experience the Mediterranean spirit…

Located on the most beautiful avenue in Val d'Isère, the Hotel Avenue Lodge combines the art of living, leisure and the exceptional Espace Killy ski area. This elegant Savoyard-style Chalet offers a contemporary, sophisticated and aesthetically pleasing interior. Particular care was taken in selecting the materials used. This jewel of the snows offers a host of delights, including the Lounge Bar, a pro shop, a large lounge area with a fireplace, refined rooms, high-tech comfort and spacious bathrooms. Jean Philippe Nuel has placed his mark on the design and decor of this new four star hotel. Each room unites harmony and design, in both its colours and its furnishings. The materials and colours evoke the ever-present mountain. These spacious rooms have a delightfully fashionable atmosphere, with amenities carefully selected from among the most innovative products. Bathrooms meet the standard for upscale design, creating a space for true relaxation. The restaurant: Breakfast and dinner Superb full buffet breakfast, served on the ground floor where you will enjoy first hours atmosphere of Val d'Isère. Or cosier, a continental breakfast is also available in your room. For your dinner, you will appreciate our traditional French cuisine. The Lounge Bar is a special meeting place. Its cosy atmosphere – perfect for relaxation - is created through a play on volume, lighting and fashionable design. After a day of skiing, stop in to enjoy a delightful afternoon tea. To start your evening, our barman offers a selection of fine wines and cocktails. The Spa at the Hotel Avenue Lodge: a new and unique concept in modern luxury. A covered swimming pool, a sauna, a hammam and a Jacuzzi is available from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. For additional relaxation in a soft, subdued atmosphere, we offer a variety of massage treatments from throughout the world, providing a peaceful escape for your mind and a sense of weightlessness for your body.