Vineyard estate with acclaimed restaurant, spa, gardens


3959 Rte des Pinchinats, 13100 Aix-en-Provence, France Get directions

"Held up as a particular example of a Two Key hotel that combines both chateau and vineyard accommodations." - The MICHELIN Guide

"In the kitchen of this magnificent 18C bastide, chef Matthieu Dupuis-Baumal serves boldly inventive dishes, in which Provençal notes meet subtle Japanese influences. The flavours are clear and always controlled, and each recipe brandishes a confident culinary personality. The setting is magical, complete with a magnificent terrace, and makes for a sumptuous backdrop for this firework display of flavours. The wonderful wine list includes a selection from the château." - Michelin Inspector

"It’s not every day a new luxury boutique hotel opens in Provence, especially not one set on a winemaking estate surrounded by acres of organic vineyards and finely manicured gardens." - Mitchell Friedman
"At Château de la Gaude I breathe in a perfect microclimate on lush lawns sheltered from the mistral; vines and olive trees frame evenings when we dine under a canopy of pines, and mornings when we have fresh coffee and a brioche with figs by the pool while guests chat over glasses of rosé." - Rachel Donadio Rachel Donadio Rachel Donadio is a Paris-based writer and former European culture correspondent for The New York Times. Her work has been featured in The Atlantic, Vogue, and Travel + Leisure, and she’s made regular appearances on news programs like NPR. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Located in Aix-en-Provence, 23 miles from Marseille Saint-Charles Train Station, Château de la Gaude provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. All rooms come with a safety deposit box and some feature garden views. The rooms will provide guests with a minibar. Château de la Gaude offers an à la carte or American breakfast. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving French, Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine. Dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. Spa and wellness facilities including a sauna and a hammam, as well as the possibility to arrange massage treatments, are at guests' disposal during their stay at Château de la Gaude. Joliette Metro Station is 23 miles from the hotel, while ITER / Cadarache is 24 miles away. Marseille Provence Airport is 21 miles from the property." - My Boutique Hotel (en)