Château L'hospitalet Wine Resort Beach & Spa

The Best of Southern France, According to a Local Winemaker

"I recommend a sojourn at his own hotel, Château L'Hospitalet, a former 13th-century charitable hospice set on a promontory with sweeping sea views near the ancient Roman city of Narbonne; you can even rent the whole property for $7,900 per night from September through June (it fits 34 guests), though a single room will do — especially during the annual summer Jazz Festival in July. You don't have to go far for wine: Château L'Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge AOP La Clape 2017, made from surrounding vineyards, was awarded best red wine in the world at the International Wine Competition in 2019. For dining on-site, I try the L'Art de Vivre restaurant, where aged Aubrac beef — from cattle fed on grass, hay, and herbs — is notable for its distinctive marbling and luscious flavor." - Eric Rosen Eric Rosen Eric Rosen is a Los Angeles-based journalist with a focus on luxury travel, loyalty programs, food, and wine. He is a regular contributor to Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, and Afar, among others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines