SOWELL Hôtels LaPlage
Guests arrive at this Mediterranean beachfront hotel to find themselves steps from the Corniche's azure waters, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the sea as your ceremony backdrop.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- NCE · 50-60 minutes
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.1 /5 · 869
SOWELL Hôtels La Plage is a hotel destination wedding venue in Saint-Raphaël, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), 50-60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
SOWELL Hôtels La Plage in Saint-Raphaël, open June–September.
Guests arrive at this Mediterranean beachfront hotel to find themselves steps from the Corniche's azure waters, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the sea as your ceremony backdrop.
The venue transitions naturally from seaside celebration to indoor reception, with staff orchestrating every detail so your party moves seamlessly between venues.
Saint-Raphaël's 300 days of annual sunshine mean your timeline stays flexible—weather rarely forces contingencies.
Don't go here if you book 4 star hotel holiday with Jet2. It's a site with different type of accomodation with different types of board. Restaurants is like a self service canteen & food is not good. No service from staff other than clearing plates away. Wine dispensed from a machine??? In bar, self service fizzy drinks and coffee dispenser into paper cups. Roof top pool had limited shade. You can't take food and drink to it. Separate pool NOT available to"hotel" guests. Area around is good with great local restaurants & not far from Saint Raphael.
4 notes, from the desk.
Direct beach access on the Côte d'Azur with unobstructed sea views
300+ days of annual sunshine in Saint-Raphaël provides reliable weather for outdoor ceremonies
On-site accommodations allow guests to stay within the venue grounds
Hotel features modern event spaces with full A/V and catering capabilities
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at SOWELL Hôtels La Plage.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 18:00–22:00Guest arrival; welcome reception on terrace with sea views
- 11:00–11:45Ceremony on beach or seaside lawn
- 12:00–14:00Cocktail hour with canapés
- 14:00–17:00Seated lunch reception in dining hall with sea-view windows
- 20:00–23:59Evening reception, dancing, dessert service
- 10:00–12:00Farewell breakfast for departing guests
Things worth knowing.
NCE · 50-60 minutes
Guests fly into Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€15,000–35,000
Costs vary by season (July–August are peak) and group size. Beverage package, décor, and entertainment are additional. Request detailed quote from venue for exact pricing.
€2,000–3,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€80–150 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€100–250 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we have an outdoor ceremony on the beach?+
Yes. The hotel's beachfront location allows ceremonies at the water's edge, with the option to move indoors to climate-controlled spaces if weather shifts. The Corniche setting provides natural scenic framing.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The hotel can host weddings from 20 to 150 guests across its event spaces and outdoor areas, with flexibility to configure for ceremony, cocktail, and reception layouts.
What's included in the venue rental?+
Venue rental typically includes event space access, basic tables and chairs, standard lighting, and coordination with the hotel's catering team. Specific packages vary—contact the hotel directly for detailed inclusions.
How far is the nearest airport?+
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) is approximately 40 km away, a 50-60 minute drive via the A8 motorway. Many international flights connect through Nice.
Can out-of-town guests stay at the hotel?+
Yes. The property offers guest rooms, which simplifies logistics when many attendees travel from abroad. Negotiate room block rates with the hotel during planning.
Hold dates at SOWELL Hôtels La Plage.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.