Between the pine trees and the sea, just a ten-minute walk from the Dramont beaches and close to Saint-Raphaël and Fréjus, Le Clos du Dramont stands as a soft breath of fresh air, a stopover between sky and azure. Here, the whisper of cicadas replaces the noise of the world, light dances on the pale shutters, and every guest rediscovers the time to live. A charming hotel in Saint-Raphaël, Le Clos du Dramont does not seek to shine, but to soothe. It cultivates the rare art of a sincere welcome, a peaceful morning, and a benevolent gaze, while remaining within reach of the city center, where festivities and entertainment are in full swing, especially during the high season.
Andréa & Maxime: Ten years of experience dedicated to the art of hospitality
Before settling at Clos du Dramont, Andréa and Maxime honed their high standards in palaces and luxury hotels, where every detail matters and hospitality is a living art.
Andréa: from Therapy to Wellness Management
Andréa first worked as a Spa Therapist before continuing her career as a Spa Manager within major establishments such as the Crans Ambassador Hotel & Spa in Crans-Montana and the Park Gstaad, in Switzerland.
Throughout these establishments, she cultivated attentive listening, precision of movement, and the operational excellence of a luxury hotel spa, combining team management, treatment rituals, service quality, and attention to calming details.
Maxime: Sommelier as a Language
Maxime first made his mark as a Sommelier in various prestigious establishments, before becoming Assistant Food & Beverage Manager at the Crans Ambassador Hotel & Spa, and finally Chef Sommelier at La Réserve Genève.
From the cellar to the dining room, he shaped a true sommelier’s signature: demanding selection of winemakers, perfect food and wine pairings, knowledge transfer, and team management with that simple elegance that transforms every tasting into a shared moment.
Together: an Experience Dedicated to Closeness
Between them, it’s over ten years spent in major Swiss and international establishments: places where every gesture has meaning and high standards are combined with kindness.
Today, they put this experience at the service of Clos du Dramont, for sincere, precise, and deeply human hospitality.
A Home in Their Image, between Rigor and Emotion
In July 2025, they became the new owners of Clos du Dramont.
Their vision: an intimate, lively, deeply human hotel, where the high standards learned in grand establishments are found, softened by the Southern light.
Their promise: to offer a genuine experience, where a smile matters as much as a sea horizon.
From a Historic Inn to a Haven of Peace: Le Clos Du Dramont in Saint-Raphaël
From 1836 to Today: The Memory of a Place in Saint-Raphaël
Built in 1836, the building was first the Dramont post office, before becoming a Provençal inn. Its walls witnessed the 1940s, World War II, then the holiday summers and the laughter of travelers. Each era left its mark, each owner a story.
Rated 2 stars by Atout France and recognized by the Guide du Routard, the hotel turns a new page without denying its soul: formerly Auberge Provençale, it becomes Le Clos du Dramont.
At the foot of Cap Dramont and the Estérel massif, the house breathes the pine forest and warm stone. One enters as if pushing a familiar door: a charming, intimate, and warm retreat, confidential and warm, where the same attentions as yesterday are whispered, but with a name that better expresses what we are. Here, every detail watches over tranquility, every smile tells of Provence, and the marine horizon extends the stay long after departure.
A Refuge Between the Azure Sea and the Estérel Massif in Saint-Raphaël
Just a ten-minute walk from the beaches of Dramont and close to the port of Fréjus, Le Clos du Dramont is nestled between the sea and the Estérel massif. The pine trees whisper, the sea breeze caresses the shutters, and the sea view invites you to slow down.
Here, comfort is not a facade: it’s silence, light, a breath.
The Encounter: a Place, a Couple, a Philosophy
Le Clos du Dramont is not just a hotel: it’s a house inhabited by a soul. Andréa and Maxime found here a reflection of their values: closeness, generosity, attentiveness, sincerity. Their welcome is far from formal: it has the charm of a genuine conversation, a discreet gesture, a hand placed on a still-warm cup of coffee. A human-sized home, a refuge for those seeking the essentials: peace, the sea, light.
The Clos Breakfast in Saint-Raphaël
At dawn, the golden light brushes the tables and terrace. In the morning, breakfast is served either in the breakfast room or on the outdoor terrace, under the eucalyptus trees.
The buffet celebrates local produce:fresh bread and pastries, homemade cakes and yogurts, freshly squeezed orange juice, eggs, cold cuts, Var honey, seasonal fruits.
Each product is chosen with care, each flavor evokes Provence.
A suspended moment, between the steaming coffee and the birds’ song: here, breakfast is a way of life.
The Wine Bar & Terrace: The Sommelier’s Art of Living
As the day softens, the terrace of Clos du Dramont becomes an open-air lounge.
Under the pine trees, we share a platter, listen to a winemaker’s story, and taste a glass chosen by Maxime, a passionate sommelier.
From 6 PM to 10 PM, the lights come on, tapas are shared, and conviviality is reinvented.
A summer moment, a heartfelt moment.
Access & Parking: Serenity in Saint-Raphaël, Fréjus (83)
Here, everything is designed for tranquility: private and secure parking, a rare treasure on the French Riviera. In a few minutes, you can reach Fréjus, Cannes, Nice, yet all you hear are the birds. Le Clos du Dramont combines accessibility and peace: an anchoring in the land of Var, a gaze upon the sea.
Book your Stay at Clos Du Dramont in Saint-Raphaël
Staying here means choosing unhurried time, kindness, and the distant sea. It’s living a rare moment, where detail becomes a memory and the stay becomes an encounter. Book today!
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Book NowF.A.Q
Who are the owners of Clos du Dramont?
Andréa and Maxime took over the establishment in July 2025. Both built their careers in major Swiss and international hotel groups, with over ten years of combined experience before settling here.
What is Andréa’s background?
Andréa started as a spa therapist before moving into spa management in prestigious establishments, notably the Crans Ambassador Hotel & Spa in Crans-Montana and the Park Gstaad in Switzerland. It is this experience, blending care, operational rigor, and attention to detail, that she brings today to the welcome of their guests.
And Maxime, what is his background?
Maxime is a trained sommelier. He worked in several prestigious establishments before becoming Assistant Food & Beverage Manager at the Crans Ambassador Hotel & Spa, then Chef Sommelier at La Réserve Genève. He is the one who selects the wines offered at the wine bar and who breathes a true culture of sharing into the house.
What is the history of the building?
The building dates back to 1836. It first served as the post office for Le Dramont, before becoming a Provençal inn. Rated 2 stars by Atout France and listed in the Guide du Routard under the name Auberge Provençale, it was taken over and renamed Le Clos du Dramont by Andréa and Maxime, who have given it a new lease on life while preserving its soul.
Is breakfast included in the stay?
Breakfast is served every morning, in the dining room or on the outdoor terrace under the eucalyptus trees. The buffet focuses on homemade and local products: fresh bread and pastries of the day, homemade cakes and yogurts, freshly squeezed orange juice, eggs, cold meats, Var honey, and seasonal fruits. No industrial products.
Is there on-site parking?
Yes, the hotel has a private and secure parking lot, which is quite rare on the French Riviera. It is included in the stay.
How can I reach the hotel without a car?
The Dramont train station and bus lines to Saint-Raphaël and Fréjus are in the immediate vicinity. Within a few minutes’ walk, you can also access the hiking trails of the Estérel massif and the Dramont beaches.
What is the spirit of the house?
Le Clos du Dramont is a small hotel on a human scale, far from large impersonal structures. Andréa and Maxime’s welcome is direct, warm, and without forced protocol. They know their guests by their first names and take the time to chat. It is the idea of a lived-in home, not a hotel product.
