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The fourth season of The White Lotus is moving to France. Here’s a look at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat where the upcoming season will be shot.
The White Lotus Season 4 will be filmed in France.
Perched dramatically at the tip of Cap-Ferrat, the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, has long been the Riviera’s most glittering jewel. For over a century, it has been a playground for royalty, artists, and Hollywood legends. Picasso once sketched in its guestbook, Elizabeth Taylor sipped rose in its gardens, and Charlie Chaplin checked in for sunlit escapes.
Now, this storied palace is preparing for its next starring role: as the filming location for Season 4 of HBO’s The White Lotus.
A Legacy of Elegance
Since opening in 1908, the Grand Hotel has embodied the Riviera dream. It’s 17 acres of terraced gardens, first designed in the early 20th century and later refined by landscape architect Jean Mus, that offer vistas that sweep from Nice to Monaco. The 2009 renovation by Pierre-Yves Rochon ushered in a new era, trading heavy Belle Epoque opulence for Riviera chic, such as airy white interiors, gleaming marble staircases, and a botanical-inspired spa.
Suites With a View
With just 74 rooms and suites, exclusivity is part of the allure. The Palace Sea-View Suite commands nearly Rs 7.5 lakh a night, while the Les Terrasses du Cap rooms soar higher, touching Rs 8.25 lakh with breakfast. Suite 306, with its panoramic terrace, remains one of the hotel’s most coveted spaces. Discreet service elevates every stay, whether arranging a vintage Alfa Romeo spin along the coast or private yacht trips to Cannes.
Dining in Riviera Style
Michelin-starred chef Yoric Tieche leads three dining experiences, each with a distinct personality. La Veranda is a sun-drenched patio serving Provencal comfort, while Club Dauphin pairs poolside glamour with Mediterranean plates. For true haute cuisine, Le Cap dazzles with dishes like scorpionfish bouillabaisse and truffle-laced Swiss chard tart. Pastry chef Florent Margaillan’s reimagined tarte Tropézienne – lightly scented with orange blossom – is already legendary.
The Pool That Made History
No feature is more iconic than Club Dauphin’s seawater infinity pool, built in 1939 and accessed by glass funicular. It’s 33 metres of turquoise shimmer against the rocky Riviera backdrop, making it one of the most photographed pools in Europe. Private cabanas with full service transform an afternoon swim into an indulgent escape.
Wellness and Riviera Wanderings
The hotel’s spa leans on both nature and science, offering facials infused with roses and lavender from the property’s gardens, alongside Biologique Recherche treatments. Hidden passageways even allow discreet access: an amenity designed for celebrities and soon, fictional White Lotus guests. Beyond the grounds, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat’s coastal trails and nearby Paloma Beach ensure the glamour of the Riviera extends well beyond the hotel gates.
For over a century, the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat has captured the imagination of artists, filmmakers, and tastemakers. With The White Lotus set to bring it to global screens, the palace’s blend of nostalgia, refinement, and Riviera glamour is ready for its next act.
Delhi, India, India
September 06, 2025, 11:03 IST