Suspended high above the French Provençal vineyards with sweeping views of Mont Ventoux, Hôtel Crillon le Brave has reopened its doors for a new season.
True to the spirit of the Maisons Pariente collection, the property functions as an intimate hotel village. Rather than traditional corridors, guests traverse winding cobbled lanes to reach a cluster of 17th- and 18th-century stone houses, offering a cinematic and deeply intentional immersion into Provençal life.
An expansion that honors the historic tapestry
A recent expansion organically weaves three newly restored historic houses into the estate, bringing the total to 12 buildings. This architectural evolution introduces nine new rooms tailored for larger groups and families, capturing fresh perspectives of the Dentelles de Montmirail mountains.
Guided by the aesthetic language originally established by architect Charles Zana, the interiors balance a modern approach with a soft Provençal sensibility. Time-worn materials, including reworked local stone and antique terracotta tiles sourced from Southern France and Italy, allow the surrounding landscape to take center stage.
A muted palette of ochre and sage permeates the guestrooms, enhanced by tactile textiles and wallcoverings. Here, the furnishings showcase an interplay of eras, blending modern elements like custom rugs and wooden end-of-bed benches with vintage treasures. Cofounders Leslie Kouhana and Kimberley Cohen Pariente scoured brocantes and the famed Puces de Saint-Ouen for these antique finds, pairing them with bespoke ceramic bedside tables crafted in Beaujolais.
New shared spaces at Hôtel Crillon le Brave
To deepen the communal experience, architect Margaux Perrin spearheaded the design of new shared spaces. Chief among them is Maison Tilleul, a kitchen and experiential hub meant for year-round culinary workshops, children’s activities, and wellness retreats. Beneath a striking domed floral fresco, the room is anchored by extensive custom woodwork and a massive wooden table by Studio Mo-Mo that seats 14 guests. A ceramic credenza, also from Beaujolais and inspired by the Palais des Papes in nearby Avignon, graces the space with subtle medieval and floral motifs.
Wellness at the estate has also been entirely reimagined with the iconic Spa des Écuries. Nestled within original vaulted 18th-century stone stables, the spa features a hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, and cold baths.
