Hôtel des Lices

Hôtel des Lices in Saint-Tropez, a Michelin Key Selected property, consistently garners high praise from guests for its charm, exceptional service, and prime location. This "family house" hotel, established in 1972, offers a delightful Provençal atmosphere blended with modern touches.

1. Overall Rating & Sentiment

Hôtel des Lices is generally rated as "Wonderful" to "Superb" by guests, with a strong average score of 9.1 out of 10 based on 161 reviews. Many visitors express an intent to return, highlighting a highly positive overall sentiment.

2. Key Highlights

Guests frequently commend the hotel's amazing design, customer service, and its brilliant, central location. The superb facilities, particularly the outdoor swimming pool area, are often described as having a great "vibe" and providing a beautiful and elegant setting. The hotel's stylish details and pet-friendly policy are also appreciated.

3. Room Quality

The 40 air-conditioned guest rooms and villas at Hôtel des Lices are designed for comfort and feature a flat-screen satellite TV and a safety deposit box. Private bathrooms are equipped with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Guests have noted the comfortable beds and the pleasant design of the rooms. Some accommodations offer garden, city, or pool views. Additional amenities found in rooms or villas can include soundproofed walls, a sitting area, dressing area, terrace, garden furniture, tea and coffee facilities, a dining table, ironing facilities, and a washing machine.

4. Dining Experience

The dining experience at Hôtel des Lices is highly rated, particularly the breakfast, which scored an 8. Guests can enjoy continental, American, or à la carte breakfast options. The on-site French restaurant serves an exceptional French menu, with visitors praising the food as "exceptional" and "excellent".

5. Service & Staff

The staff and service at Hôtel des Lices receive overwhelmingly positive feedback. They are consistently described as excellent, incredible, super sweet, accommodating, professional, courteous, helpful, friendly, and attentive, often anticipating guest needs. The hotel fosters a warm, familial atmosphere, where guests feel at home, thanks to the caring and hospitable team.

6. Location & Accessibility

The hotel boasts a truly central location in Saint-Tropez, making it incredibly convenient for exploring the town. It's situated close to the iconic Place des Lices and within easy walking distance of major attractions such as the Port of Saint-Tropez, the Citadel of Saint-Tropez Maritime History Museum, and the Museum of Police. On-site private parking is available and considered by some to be worth the price. The hotel is accessible by car via the A8 motorway, with specific exits recommended. For air travel, Hyeres Airport is 53 km away and Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport is 95 km away, with the local Saint-Tropez airport also accommodating private and regular flights. Bus connections are available from nearby train stations like Les Arcs, Saint-Raphaël, and Toulon.

7. Value & Pricing

While some guests consider Hôtel des Lices to offer "Great value for money," others have noted that it can be "Expensive for what they offer" or "Good but not outstanding. Expensive for what they offer." Rates for the hotel start from around $252.

8. Common Complaints

Despite the high praise, some recurring issues have been mentioned by guests. These include occasional problems with bathroom cleanliness, such as dead flies, a non-working, flooded sink, and reports of bug bites. Some guests also experienced a lack of assistance with luggage, necessitating carrying bags up stairs. Other minor criticisms include very small rooms, a limited number of sunbeds by the pool, and instances of pets (a dog belonging to someone familiar with the hotel) entering the kitchen area, which deterred some guests from eating there.

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