Weddings & Events at COMO Le Beauvallon

French Riviera Wedding & Event Photography by the Gulf of Saint-Tropez

Set above the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and surrounded by Provençal hills, COMO Le Beauvallon is a historic Belle Époque property with gardens, terraces, waterfront settings, and views across the French Riviera. Originally opened in 1914, the estate has a long history as both a Riviera hotel and a setting for private celebrations.

For destination weddings, its mix of indoor and outdoor spaces lets different parts of the celebration unfold across the property while keeping the landscape and Mediterranean setting present throughout the experience.

Dark nightclub with a disco ball reflecting light, red lighting, and dotted reflection patterns on the walls and ceiling.

Aerial view of a large, red brick hotel with a sign that reads "Le Beauvallon," surrounded by lush green trees and a park with walking paths, hills in the background.

Celebrating at COMO Le Beauvallon

Le Beauvallon's Belle Époque architecture and position above the Gulf of Saint-Tropez give the property a distinctly Riviera character. The estate includes landscaped grounds, terraces, poolside settings, and a waterfront Rotunda, allowing the celebration to move between architecture, gardens, and the water rather than remaining within one reception room.

Photographically, I'm drawn to the contrast between the formal architecture and the openness of the surrounding landscape. During the day, the gardens, terraces, Mediterranean light, and views give the photographs a strong sense of place; after sunset, event lighting and production can completely change the property's character.

That shift from day to night is worth considering when planning the timeline. Allowing time for the couple or hosts to be photographed before guests arrive lets you use the estate and softer outdoor light, while later coverage can focus more on dinner, entertainment, and the atmosphere created through lighting and production.

I photographed a large birthday celebration at Le Beauvallon where the property moved from an open-air dinner setting into a much more theatrical evening. It showed me how differently the estate can photograph once the emphasis moves from its Riviera setting to the energy of the event itself. Explore the Le Beauvallon Celebration →

An aerial view of a large red brick building labeled 'Le Beauvallon' surrounded by lush green trees, grass, and walking paths, with hills in the background.

Tall palm trees and other lush green trees behind a white decorative fence, with a view of water and distant hills under a clear blue sky.

A sculpture made of metal mechanical parts resembling a stylized animal, set outdoors on grass with trees in the background.

A shiny metallic sculpture of a pig with a curled tail, standing outdoors on a round base, reflecting the surroundings including trees and the sky.

Two glasses of rosé wine on a tray, with two additional glasses of water, outdoors during sunset.

Statue of a person with uplifted arms, wearing a long coat, outdoors with trees in the background.

Outdoor patio area with a long gray couch and plants in decorative white planters in front of a pink and white building with large windows.

A scenic view of a deck with white columns and chairs overlooking a body of water during sunset, decorated with soft lighting.

Elegant outdoor seating area with vintage sofas, a wooden coffee table, floral arrangements, and decorated pillars, overlooking a body of water with mountains in the background.

Beachside outdoor wedding setup with draped curtains, floral arrangements, and a view of the ocean.

Vase with mixed flowers and greenery on a counter, with glass bottles and glasses in the background

Outdoor event space with decorated bar area, floral arrangements, and scenic mountain view in the background.

Elegant floral arrangement with white and light blue flowers, greenery, and tall stems placed on a wooden floor beside a beige wall.

Decorative floral arrangement on a white table with a floral cabinet and a scenic outdoor view in the background.

Outdoor terrace with a bar setup overlooking a body of water and mountains in the background, decorated with potted plants and white curtains.

An outdoor evening event setup with illuminated white globes in a pool, decorated tables with floral centerpieces, and trees lit in blue and white lights under a dark sky.

Elegant outdoor wedding reception with decorated tables, floral centerpieces, string lights, and a pool, set against a dark night sky with trees.

Elegant outdoor dining table with a tall floral centerpiece of white and blush roses and orchids, surrounded by lit candles, set against a night sky with blue lights.

Outdoor evening wedding reception setup with round tables decorated with white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, and string lights among trees with lush greenery.

People dancing in a dark nightclub with colorful lights, a disco ball, and a reflective ceiling.

A dark room with a disco ball hanging from the ceiling, reflecting light across the walls, ceiling, and floor. Red vertical light strips line the walls, creating a party atmosphere.

People dancing and socializing in a nightclub with colorful lights and a disco ball hanging from the ceiling.

Nighttime view of a brightly lit outdoor area with a pool and seating, surrounded by trees, with a large building on the hill illuminated in the background.

Fireworks display over a body of water at night, with bright, colorful explosions illuminating the sky.

Le Beauvallon FAQ

Yes. COMO Le Beauvallon hosts weddings and private celebrations in indoor and outdoor settings overlooking the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Couples should confirm the spaces and arrangements available for their date directly with the venue.
COMO Le Beauvallon can accommodate both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations across its different indoor and outdoor spaces. Capacity varies by setting, event layout, and production needs, so couples should confirm current configurations directly with the venue.
Yes. COMO Le Beauvallon offers a full estate buyout for private events, allowing a wedding or multi-day celebration to use the accommodations, event spaces, gardens, and waterfront as one private experience. Couples should confirm current buyout options and requirements directly with the venue.
Yes. COMO Le Beauvallon offers outdoor settings suitable for wedding ceremonies, including gardens, terraces, poolside areas, and waterfront settings. The appropriate location will depend on the celebration, season, weather, and current venue arrangements.
Le Beauvallon offers varied settings for photography within the estate, including Belle Époque architecture, landscaped gardens, terraces, Mediterranean views, and waterfront areas. The property also changes considerably after sunset, when event lighting and production can create a very different atmosphere from the softer daytime photographs.
COMO Le Beauvallon sits across the Gulf from Saint-Tropez, between Grimaud and Sainte-Maxime. The hotel currently offers a short boat transfer to the port of Saint-Tropez, allowing guests to stay in a quieter waterfront setting while staying close to the town. Couples should confirm current transfer schedules directly with the hotel.