Hôtel & Restaurant Le Saint-James

"(Temporarily closed, reopening planned for July) An iconic establishment if ever there was one. For many years, Le Saint James was the realm of its avant-garde founder, chef Jean-Marie Amat; he commissioned Jean Nouvel to redesign his premises, which opened in 1989 and became a benchmark in design – and now they are to undergo major renovation works again. The restaurant pays tribute to Nouvelle-Aquitaine producers by elevating the fruits of their labours, from Gironde caviar to Bazas beef. Chef Mathieu Martin's appealing cuisine is refined, delicate and as fresh as can be, cf. the remarkable, perfectly cooked tuna from Saint-Jean-de-Luz. The chef makes no bones about his love of plants, eg tomatoes, plain and with chilli, clear soup. The legend of Le Saint James lives on!" - Michelin Inspector

Hôtel Le Saint-James, a Design Boutique Hotel Bouillac, France

"Nestled in an exceptional setting overlooking Bordeaux and the river, Le Saint-James is an invitation to enjoy the quietness of the vineyards and the park.Discover the design atmosphere and simplicity of the hotel rooms ranging from standard to luxurious suites. The hotel buildings and swimming pool have been designed by famous architect Jean Nouvel. Crisp colours and refined lines can be found everywhere in the hotel, from the bathrooms to the art gallery.The hotel is also famous for the delicious cuisine served in its two restaurants. In the gourmet restaurant Le Saint-James, the starred chef Nicolas Magie comes up with creations inspired by the daily market and the seasons. A bistrot and a café are also available for those wishing to enjoy every meal in a different atmosphere.Located only 10 kilometres from Bordeaux, Le Saint-James is a place where modernity and tradition are harmoniously mixed." - My Boutique Hotel

Le Saint-James Bouliac (Bordeaux, Nouvelle Aquitaine) 3 Hotel Reviews | Tablet Hotels

"Here’s something rather unexpected. Surrounded by the idyllic French countryside, just a few minutes outside of Bordeaux, is Le Saint-James, a classic French country hotel with a twist. Where you may expect to see a classic farmhouse inn, the Saint-James is a design statement, a conspicuously modern structure covered in panels of weathered Corten steel, recalling the appearance of the region’s traditional tobacco drying barns. The hotel’s interiors are no less inspired, though perhaps more familiar; these Zen-inflected minimalist spaces are large and airy, outfitted with platform beds of blonde wood and walled in white plaster, to expand the already generous spaces. Windows open out onto a view of the Garonne river and the Bordeaux countryside. Bang & Olufsen entertainment systems are standard, and all layouts are unique; one room comes complete with a Harley-Davidson motorcycle as, one presumes, some sort of makeshift couch. The cuisine is one of the main attractions here; though the founding chef has since moved on, Mathieu Martin’s restaurant is fantastic, as is Orama, the bistronomic restaurant. The wine list, naturally, is extensive, as is the collection of cognacs and armagnacs at the hotel bar, and out back, guests lounge on the teakwood deck, framing a sleek black swimming pool. Not your grandfather’s Bordeaux, perhaps, but quite suited to its surroundings, once you get the hang of it. Le Saint-James Bouliac requires additional information from guests to ensure the best stay possible. As such, reservations can only be confirmed through our customer service team. Contact us for assistance. Rates begin at 530 EUR per night." - Tablet Hotels

Hotel Le Saint James | Best places to stay in Bordeaux

"This Relais & Chateaux hotel is just made for lovers of contemporary architecture, superb food and fine wine. Located on the right bank of the Garonne River – on a peaceful, vine-clad hill with views over Bordeaux – it owes its industrial-chic design to architect Jean Nouvel. Covered in rusted metal latticework, the building evokes the region’s tobacco barns, and is trimmed with verdant gardens and a minimalist swimming pool. Each luxurious room has its own personality, with contemporary art and design quirks – one has a Harley Davidson parked in the middle of it. Le Saint James is a delicious rural idyll in France’s biggest wine region – topped off by a Michelin-starred restaurant, with a chef who runs a cooking school here. But you will need a car – the city itself is 9km away, and world-class wineries are all around the region. " - Dana Facaros