From hotels and restaurants to chic beach clubs, few regions combine design, culinary sophistication, spectacular scenery and rich culture like the Mediterranean. Along its shores you’ll find some of the most dynamic venues for travelers seeking outstanding food, thoughtful interiors and unforgettable views.
La Rotonde © Francis Amiand
On iconic Pampelonne beach in the South of France, Bagatelle St. Tropez has expanded its offerings with a refreshed restaurant and a Sam Baron–designed beach club that now includes a stylish pool and beach bar. Meanwhile Bagatelle Mykonos, a new outpost in Greece designed by Fabrizio Casiraghi, celebrates the Aegean with a setting that evokes a Mykonos village and a menu that highlights regional flavors.
In Athens, Beefbar at the Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel blends décor inspired by the sea and the white stone of the Greek islands with skilled craftsmanship and natural materials. The result is a relaxed yet refined atmosphere complemented by sweeping views of the Saronic Gulf.
Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi © Francis Amiand
A short distance from the bustling Medina, Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi in Marrakech offers five-star calm with contemporary design that reinterprets the legacy of the Saadian sultans. The hotel’s refreshed look provides a serene base for exploring the city’s vibrant streets and markets.
Sofitel Marrakech, dressed by interior designers Marc Hertrich and Nicolas Adnet, reimagines the Moroccan imperial palace for a modern audience. Its interiors are built around an emerald and sapphire palette that evokes the peacock, a sacred symbol in Moroccan tradition, giving the hotel a distinctive, jewel-toned elegance.
Sofitel Marrakech © Nicolas Matheus
In Nice, Studio MHNA has extended its work at the historic Negresco Hotel with a redesigned restaurant, La Rotonde, that blends the property’s storied past with contemporary luxury. The updated dining space honors the palace-like character while introducing fresh, modern touches.
On the seventh floor of the Radisson Blu in Cannes, Vertigo offers panoramic views over the Bay of Cannes. With seating for both intimate dinners and larger groups—100 seats indoors and a 180-seat terrace—Vertigo has become a sought-after spot on the French Riviera for relaxed dining and events.
Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi © Francis Amiand
Perched above the Adriatic in Dubrovnik, the recently renovated Rixos Premium reflects the city’s rich history and style. Interior designer Ina Rinderknecht drew inspiration from local architecture, art and fashion to create spaces that capture the luminous Mediterranean light and the energy of Dubrovnik’s cultural heritage.
Across the Mediterranean, these hotels and venues demonstrate how sensitive design and culinary excellence can elevate any coastal escape, offering visitors a blend of comfort, style and place-specific character that defines the region’s enduring appeal.