Looking out over some of the best beaches in St Tropez, and in close proximity to the town centre is Hotel Benkirai, a super-stylish design hotel by Patrick Jouin. The St Tropez lifestyle is known the world over, with its sunny squares, picturesque streets and busy cafe culture. Ports lined with extravagant yachts, the glamorous nightlife and gorgeous coastline, complete the scene. It is a legendary location and a favourite haunt of the rich and famous.

The facilities

Hotel Benkirai's elegant style makes it a haven of peace and tranquillity in the midst of this bustling town. An outdoor swimming pool and solarium give guests plenty of scope for good old fashioned r and r, whilst the lush exotic gardens are a welcome reprieve after a hard day's shopping. There's plenty of activities close by for the more adventurous too, from golf courses, to horse riding, to a whole array of water sports.

The restaurant serves some of the best modern Thai food to be found on the Cote d'Azur. Chef Oth Sombat takes inspiration from the refinement of Royal Thai cuisine to produce an inventive and delicate menu much-loved by the design hotel's restaurants regular patrons.

The rooms

Each room is designed with discreet luxury in mind, and are dedicated to the comfort ofbody and mind. Flat-screen televisions, DVD players, wireless and cable internet access and fully-stocked mini bars are a feature of all rooms in the design hotel.