It’s official: The Althoff Hotel Villa Belrose in the Côte d’Azur — just five minutes from Saint-Tropez — joined the exclusive collection of boutique lodging choices that make up the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Like other properties bearing this designation, the Villa Belrose is independently owned, and offers guests attentive service within its Florentine-design-inspired walls. Most of the 40 guestrooms include private balconies, and the property boasts a wide, heated pool and luxury spa and beauty center. Menus at Michelin-starred Le Belrose are under the guidance of Chef Pietro Volonte, who crafted a selection of Mediterranean dishes with strong Italian leanings such as the Risotto Pietro Volonte, served in a Parmesan cheese wheel. Views of the sea can be enjoyed from the terrace, along with a glass of something from the list of more than 500 French wines, the largest wine list in the region. Guests can also enjoy the area’s idyllic vineyards, villages and world-renowned beaches along the French Riviera. Discover the setting for yourself with the La Vie en Rose escape, offering two nights in a double sea-view room with private terrace, daily buffet breakfast in the restaurant or privacy of your room, a welcome cocktail upon arrival in the bar terrace, fruit and Champagne in your room, a day spent on the private beach at Pampelonne with lunch and sunbeds, a Scooter GT rental for a day of exploring and one gourmet dinner at Le Belrose.