The illusion is carried over into rooms decorated in the style of bygone eras. Rooms range in size from small to medium, with quality mattresses; bathrooms, though small, are neatly organized with adequate shelf space.

30 rooms at Les Moulins de Paillas and the 38 rooms at The Gigaro hotel. All rooms have :

• Private terrace or balcony
• Air conditioning
• Mini Bar
• Satellite TV
• Radio
• Safe box available at reception
• Family rooms available at the Gigaro hotel

La Croix Valmer's reputation as one of the French Riviera's wealthiest resorts goes back to the 1950's: A select clientele, a long sandy beach where you can dream, swim or sail your days away, drew those who could afford it in yesteryear.

A little paradise located on a nice sandy beach outside of St Tropez. We spent 3 days last september and this was our honeymoon....