{"id":42609,"date":"2026-06-23T10:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T08:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magazine.luxus-plus.com\/?p=42609"},"modified":"2026-06-23T11:14:04","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T09:14:04","slug":"the-white-lotus-season-4-chateau-de-la-messardiere-in-saint-tropez-becomes-the-series-new-star-setting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.luxus-plus.com\/en\/the-white-lotus-season-4-chateau-de-la-messardiere-in-saint-tropez-becomes-the-series-new-star-setting\/","title":{"rendered":"The White Lotus Season 4: Ch\u00e2teau de la Messardi\u00e8re in Saint-Tropez Becomes the Series\u2019 New Star Setting"},"content":{"rendered":"

After Hawaii, Sicily and Thailand, The White Lotus is heading to the French Riviera for a highly anticipated fourth season. And it is none other than the legendary Ch\u00e2teau de la Messardi\u00e8re in Saint-Tropez that will serve as the backdrop for the series\u2019 latest intrigues.<\/p>\n

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The White Lotus<\/strong> phenomenon shows no signs of slowing down. HBO\u2019s season 4 will take place in Saint-Tropez, confirming creator Mike White<\/strong>\u2019s fascination with glamorous destinations where luxury and social hypocrisy collide. After Hawaiian beaches and Sicilian palaces, the story now moves to the French Riviera \u2014 the perfect playground for a new cast of wealthy, dysfunctional and irresistibly unlikeable characters.<\/p>\n

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The new season will feature a star-studded cast including Vincent Cassel, Nadia Tereszkiewicz <\/strong>and Corentin Fila<\/strong>, alongside Laura Smet<\/strong>. Helena Bonham Carter, meanwhile, reportedly exited the project following disagreements with the production over her character.<\/p>\n

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Ch\u00e2teau de la Messardi\u00e8re: An Iconic Palace at the Heart of the Story<\/h3>\n

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Perched above Saint-Tropez, Ch\u00e2teau de la Messardi\u00e8re<\/strong> was not chosen by chance. Overlooking Pampelonne Bay, the five-star property \u2014 awarded Palace distinction in 2012 \u2014 perfectly embodies the elegance and extravagance of the Riviera lifestyle.<\/p>\n

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Originally the residence of the Duke of La Messardi\u00e8re, the estate was later transformed into a luxury hotel and now stretches across 13 spectacular hectares surrounded by cypress trees, Mediterranean pines and centuries-old olive trees. Acquired by French entrepreneur St\u00e9phane Courbit, it later joined the Airelles collection, known for its exceptional properties in destinations such as Courchevel and Gordes.<\/p>\n

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Ch\u00e2teau de la Messardi\u00e8re<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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The ch\u00e2teau makes an impression from the very first moment: turrets, domes and colonnades create an almost cinematic architecture, perfectly suited to the sophisticated drama of White Lotus. Inside, the 86 rooms and suites all offer sweeping views over the gardens, the Ramatuelle vineyards or the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. The aesthetic is bright, elegant and deeply Proven\u00e7al \u2014 a southern interpretation of French art de vivre. The hotel also features multi-bedroom residences and a private bastide, each with its own pool and garden.<\/p>\n

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Beyond its d\u00e9cor, what truly sets La Messardi\u00e8re apart is its immersive hospitality experience. The palace houses a 1,000-square-meter spa developed with Valmont and LBA, fully renovated with state-of-the-art facilities including a spectacular swimming pool overlooking the bay, nine treatment rooms, a hammam, sauna and fitness center. Sports enthusiasts can also enjoy tennis, boxing, yoga, Pilates and padel courts \u2014 not to mention p\u00e9tanque, naturally.<\/p>\n

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The culinary offering is equally expansive. Matsuhisa Saint-Tropez by Nobu blends Japanese and Peruvian influences, while Palladio celebrates refined Italian cuisine. La Table de la Messardi\u00e8re offers lavish buffets, and Jardin Tropezina \u2014 the property\u2019s beach club \u2014 serves Mediterranean cuisine orchestrated by chef Jean-Fran\u00e7ois Pi\u00e8ge. Guests can also enjoy pastries by C\u00e9dric Grolet, cocktails at Bar 1904, the upcoming Le Voltaire restaurant and Pan De\u00ef by Paul Benimelli, located at another Airelles property in Saint-Tropez.<\/p>\n

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The property also caters to younger guests with an exceptional kids club: a 500-square-meter villa dedicated entirely to children, complete with a private pool, cinema, game rooms and even an educational farm \u2014 essentially a mini-resort within the resort itself.<\/p>\n

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The Rise of Set-Jetting in Saint-Tropez<\/h3>\n

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While scenes linked to the Cannes Film Festival could also appear throughout the season, few destinations embody glamour and excess quite like Saint-Tropez \u2014 making it the ideal setting for White Lotus\u2019 world of privilege and vice.<\/p>\n

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The Proven\u00e7al hotspot now joins the growing list of destinations immortalized by the series. Hawaii (season 1), Sicily (season 2) <\/strong>and Thailand (season 3)<\/strong> all experienced significant tourism boosts fueled by the show\u2019s aesthetic appeal and cultural influence, contributing to the rise of \u201cset-jetting\u201d \u2014 travel inspired by film and television locations.<\/p>\n

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Praised for its sharp writing and rewarded with multiple Emmy Awards, The White Lotus has become a global cultural phenomenon. With Saint-Tropez as its new backdrop, season 4 could further amplify the trend, turning Ch\u00e2teau de la Messardi\u00e8re into the next major pop-culture and travel icon. Somewhere between social satire and luxury fantasy, White Lotus continues to captivate audiences while reshaping the map of the world\u2019s most desirable destinations.<\/p>\n

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Read also : 10 spots to experience Milan and its surroundings just like in The Devil Wears Prada 2<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Featured photo : \u00a9 Ch\u00e2teau de la Messardi\u00e8re<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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