Portrait – Le Sezz St-Tropez is 15 years old: meeting with Angélique, the soul of the place

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Portrait – Le Sezz St-Tropez is 15 years old: meeting with Angélique, the soul of the place

THE SEZZ***** ST-TROPEZ BLOWS OUT ITS 15 CANDLES: ANGELIQUE DE SA-MANSOUTRE, GUARDIAN OF DISCREET AND FAMILY LUXURY .

Angélique de Sà-Mansoutre, General Manager of Sezz*****: 30 years of trust, a vision for the future .

This summer season marks a double anniversary at Sezz***** Saint-Tropez: 15 years since the opening of this iconic place just a few steps from Canoubiers beach, and 30 years of collaboration between  Angélique de  Sà-Mansoutre , now general manager, and the visionary owner,  Shahé Kalaidjian .

A relationship of trust, based on a rare professional complicity and a shared vision of hospitality, which has allowed the Sezz to become one of the most refined addresses on the Côte d’Azur.

With a rich background and a unique sensitivity for design, the art of living and attention to detail,  Angélique de Sà-Mansoutre has  , since taking up her post, breathed new life into this five-star boutique hotel, combining discreet luxury, a family atmosphere and tailor-made excellence.

A woman of vision at the head of an exceptional hotel

With over 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality,  Angélique de Sà-Mansoutre  embodies a generation of leaders who combine attention to detail, creative boldness and committed leadership.

Since taking up her post at  Sezz  Saint-Tropez in 2020, she has pursued a global vision of hospitality, based on three pillars: ultra-personalized service, dialogue between design and nature, and a sustainable and responsible offering, without ever sacrificing elegance or comfort.

“When I took over the management of Sezz in 2020, I immediately felt that this place had a soul. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of Saint-Tropez, in a green setting, it offers another idea of ​​luxury: more intimate, more sincere and more human.

The Sezz is not a “flashy” establishment. It is a contemporary, almost secret refuge, where one comes in search of peace, beauty, and a certain art of living. 

I attach fundamental importance to the quality of the human connection: with customers of course, but also between team members.  For me, luxury is a rare form of attention, delicacy in gestures, words, and service, without ever being heavy-handed.

My vision of Sezz is a place that exudes freedom and simplicity in all their sophistication.” Angélique de Sà-Mansoutre .

A woman at the head, an inspiration for the new generation

In a sector where management positions are still predominantly male,  Angélique de Sà-Mansoutre  stands out as an inspiring figure.

Through her rigor, sensitivity and human management, she embodies a new path for women in luxury hospitality, where interpersonal skills, attention to detail and long-term vision become essential strengths.

15 years of discreet luxury and tailor-made hospitality

Angélique de Sà-Mansoutre and Shahé Kalaidjian  met in the early 1990s, behind the scenes in the Parisian hotel industry. This professional, then friendly, bond has strengthened over the years, particularly around the  Sezz brand .

Beyond architectural refinement and excellent service, what sets  Sezz apart is its home spirit. Here, the teams are loyal, guests return year after year, and every detail is thoughtfully designed with authenticity and generosity. Under Angélique’s leadership, this family spirit has been consolidated: kindness, attentiveness, and stability are the key words of the house’s culture.

“Saint-Tropez is a fascinating scene, both legendary and ever-changing. The village is constantly reinventing itself, and luxury hotels are following this dynamic.

Today, travelers no longer seek a prestigious address or standardized service: they want to live an experience, feel an emotion, and anchor themselves in a place. They expect authenticity, meaning, and a form of discreet luxury.

The challenge for us hoteliers is to remain faithful to the DNA of Saint-Tropez with its elegance, lightness, and freedom, while responding to new aspirations: sustainability, a luxury that takes care of the planet and humans. Personalization: the customer wants to be recognized, understood, and pampered. They are not looking for standard service but for tailor-made attention. Ethics: a luxury that doesn’t cheat. Well-being: luxury is no longer just about gilding. It’s about making guests and teams feel good.

I believe that the future of luxury in Saint-Tropez lies in places of character, driven by committed men and women who know how to bring a vision to life. Like Sezz.” Angélique de Sà-Mansoutre .

Discover a unique vision of Saint-Tropez, where luxury, nature and tranquility redefine the art of escape.

About the Hotel Sezz*****

A haven of serenity in Saint-Tropez

250 meters from Canebiers Beach

The Hôtel Sezz Saint-Tropez, entirely on one level, invites you to a rare and refined immersion in nature. Each room, designed as an intimate cocoon, opens onto a private terrace and garden, while the outdoor showers offer a unique experience in harmony with the elements. At the heart of this verdant setting, a 200 m² heated swimming pool awaits you for moments of absolute relaxation.

Elegance, refinement, tranquility are the key words here.

Ideally located just 2km from the center of Saint-Tropez and the famous Place des Lices, the Sezz Saint-Tropez has been renowned for its discreet and attentive service for 15 years. It promises a personalized experience in a serene and elegant atmosphere.

Discover a unique vision of Saint-Tropez, where luxury, nature and tranquility redefine the art of escape.

LOCATION​ 

The Sezz Hotel***** Saint-Tropez

151 chemin des Salins – 83990 Saint-Tropez – FRANCE.

37 ROOMS AND SUITES

The hotel has  35 rooms and two “villa-style” suites. Ranging from 30m² to 90m², the rooms and suites offer 5* amenities with a terrace, garden, outdoor shower, or even a private pool.

RESTAURANT BISTROT LE C

A bistro cuisine  where refinement meets simplicity. Le  C restaurant  unveils a new culinary offering inspired by the typical menu of a  French bistro , combining tradition and modernity.

This new proposition invites guests to savor authentic and generous dishes prepared by Chef Philippe Colinet, in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

COLETTE GOURMET RESTAURANT

A Michelin star,  surrounded by olive and palm trees, overlooking the hotel’s iconic swimming pool, it offers an exceptional setting in an elegant and intimate atmosphere orchestrated by  Chef Maître Restaurateur Philippe Colinet .

Step through the doors of the Sezz Saint-Tropez hotel, whether you are a resident or not, and discover the sumptuous  Colette gourmet restaurant, awarded a Michelin star in the French Guide since 2021 and two Toques in Gault & Millau,  led by Chef Philippe Colinet, Mâitre Restaurateur, a resolutely modern and elegant place. Enjoy its exceptional setting bathed in the intense light of the Côte d’Azur and its design with clean, contemporary lines.

BAR DOM PERIGNON

A place of conviviality while remaining refined and intimate, like the Icon, the reference of this bar:  Dom Pérignon. More intimate indoors, the  Bar by Dom Pérignon  opens to the outdoors when the warmer days arrive. The view of the swimming pool is majestic, resolutely relaxing. At nightfall, it becomes an intimate Lounge Bar where the glass of champagne is signed Dom Pérignon.

THE SPA BY CINQ MONDES

The Spa Sezz by Cinq Mondes , its two indoor treatment cabins including a duo cabin, its jacuzzi, its hammam, its “secret” relaxation garden, and its yoga lessons at dawn and sunset invite you to reconnect with essential well-being.

Timeless, refined, and open to the surrounding flora, the architecture of the Spa Sezz by Cinq Mondes is luminous and soothing. The hotel’s “In & Out” concept is reflected even within this bubble of pleasure. Light dominates, and barriers to the outside world are skillfully erased by the vision of architect Christophe Pillet. The scent of essential oils blends with that of the vegetation in the interior garden. Nature invites itself into the heart of this ultimate haven of well-being. Everything is there to focus on body and mind. Put aside the hustle and bustle of city life and let yourself be guided by your senses.

CINQ MONDES, ancestral rituals for a moment of well-being in Saint-Tropez

Passionate about traditional medicines and cosmetics, Nathalie and Jean-Louis Poiroux have undertaken exploratory trips around the world in search of the best Beauty Rituals in the World. ®. Passionate about their discoveries, they were a founding element for the creation of Cinq Mondes, which today establishes itself as the pioneer and French leader in Professional Spa Treatments, Massages and Cosmetic Products. Through its treatments and products, Cinq Mondes offers a deep regeneration of the body and mind to recreate a state of perfect balance down to the cellular level of the skin: Happiness in the Skin.

2 treatment rooms / Jacuzzi / Hammam / Fitness area / Yoga classes / Relaxation terrace. Discover at the hotel: https://saint-tropez.hotelsezz.com/bien-etre

Photos: The Sezz Hotel***** Saint-Tropez

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