La Colombe d’Or

Côte d'Azur


This world-famous inn could double as the Fondation Maeght’s annexe: the 'Golden Dove' was party HQ for dozens of 20th-century artists (Chagall, Braque, Matisse, Picasso etc) who paid for their meals in kind, resulting in an extraordinary private art collection. Rooms are strung with unique pieces, as are the restaurant and garden.

Hotel guests have access to the lovely pool, crowned by a Calder mobile.