Saint Tropez easily has some of the best beach clubs in Europe and I love them. Saint Tropez’s main beach, Pampelonne, is stunning and there are over 20 different beach clubs to choose from.
But where should you actually go? I have family in the South of France and I’ve been spending my summers near Saint Tropez for over 9 years – and yes, I go to the legendary town’s beach a lot.
My guide has my personal recommendations for the best beach clubs in Saint Tropez, whether you’re looking to relax, party, or eat extremely well.
Quick St Tropez Beach Club Guide
🥗The best food – Verde Beach
🎉 If you want to party – Moorea
😎The most relaxing spot – La Serena
🏖 Old school favorite – Club 55
Best for Partying
Looking for a more festive beach club experience? There’s plenty of beach clubs in Saint Tropez offering a higher energy experience but there are a few that certainly stand out.
2025 update: Shellona and Casa Amor have become more and more popular bringing in big name DJs (mainly tech house/house) but you’ll to be spending €500+ per person to get a table here.
Verde
Verde beach is for me perhaps one of the best party beach clubs in Saint-Tropez. There’s not just an awesome atmosphere in a particularly uber cool and premium setting (which can’t be said for the majority of beach clubs in St Tropez), they also serve some seriously good food.
The beach section is, as it should be, right next to the sea. It’s on the smaller side which gives it a lovely intimate feel and there’s the benefit of being able to always see the sea and not a wall of people! The sun loungers and parasols are high-end and fit the decor of the beach club perfectly. Just like in the restaurant, the beach servers are really quick, friendly and attentive – it’s how it should be.
The restaurant area is where the fun is. There’s a DJ playing throughout the 2 services and as the afternoon goes on, the party gets going. I’d recommend going for the 2nd service if you want the party atmosphere. There’s dancing on tables, champagne services and loud music – it’s great fun.
It’s not just about the partying either – come to Verde and you’ll eating seriously well. In fact I’m not sure any other beach club on the beach serves up such accessible yet incredibly delicious and refined food. Their menu is awesome and it perfectly matches the setting. Seabass carpaccio with bottarga is one of the best raw fish dishes that I’ve eaten and mega fresh, raw red gambero prawns from Italy are dressed with Ossetra caviar – this is killer. For the mains there’s an incredible A5 Wagyu ribeye which is lightly grilled and then served onto top of lightly smoking charcoals – wow.
In the mood for fish? Their selection is superb. Wild turbot and slow cooked seabass (and these are some seriously thick fillets) are cooked to perfection. Their slow cooked seabass comes with a beautiful perfumed Thai style curry sauce and plenty of fresh herbs. Desserts are equally as good and their Chocolate mousse will blow your mind. It’s served warm and layered on-top of a vanilla ice cream and is surprisingly light.
What to know before you visit
- You have to call to reserve
- Reserve 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (July-August)
- The music gets loud at around 3pm
- They have techno/EDM DJs playing each week during peak season
Address: Chem. de l’EPI, 83350 Ramatuelle
Tel: 04 94 79 72 23
Website: http://verde-beach.com/en_en/
Moorea Plage
Moorea is a Saint Tropez institution, first opening on the Plage de Pampelonne in 1952. The actual beach club is big with a separate area for the bar, restaurant and the beach area. There’s even different shops, a hairdresser and an in-house masseuse.
The beach area is comfortable and have either transats (single loungers) or beds available. Service is fantastic – the staff are quick, extremely attentive and are always smiling (which, from experience, is not the case everywhere).
The restaurant area is huge and even during peak season you most likely won’t need to wait too long if you haven’t booked. You’ll find the friendly owner, Christophe, working every day in the restaurant reception area dispatching groups to their tables.
I visited Moorea 4 times during the 2025 season and this current iteration is the best. The food is much improved – certainly more refined compared to previous years. Fish and meat (especially their onglet steak and grilled Iberico pork) are cooked to perfection and probably the best quality/price that you’ll find on the beach oh and gosh their French fries are superb.
After it hits 4pm the music starts and the large bar area begins to fill up. There’s always a DJ playing throughout the high season and it gets full. There’s large seating areas between the bar with a sort of dance floor next to the DJ booth.
It’s great fun though much more relaxed than Bagatelle – there’s no more champagne showers compared to previous years. Expect a mix of locals, families and crowds off the boats in the bay. In recent years its become a lot more family friendly too.
2025 Prices
Sunlounger: €50
Sunlounger (2nd line): €70
Bed (for 2): €160
Towels: €10 per person
What to know before you visit
- Reservations by phone only and note that there are separate numbers for the restaurant and beach
- You may need to reserve 7-10 days in advance peak season, up to 2 weeks before in August
- Music starts at 4pm and can be heard in the beach area
- Parking is €8 for the day
Address: Chem. des Moulins, 83350 Ramatuelle
Tel: 04 94 97 18 17
Website: https://www.mooreaplage.fr
Bagatelle
One of the more famous beach clubs and known for rowdy parties during their lunch services, Bagatelle really is a playground for the rich (and really rich). Situated slightly off the beach (although the beach is still accessible) the main focus of Bagatelle is the restaurant and chill area.
The beach area has comfortable sun loungers and the service is just as quick and attentive as the best on the beach. Most people going to Bagatelle wont be joining you at the beach however. The real fun comes at lunch and the two services. If you’re wanting to have fun – book for the second service.
There’s a DJ playing music throughout lunch and pretty much daily (encouraged by the staff), most people will start dancing on the tables. There’s multiple champagne options and you’ll no doubt see some tables order upwards of 20 bottles of Dom Perignon which comes with a personalised table delivery & music. The food is solid and has certainly evolved with the years but note that the prices are slightly higher than other beach clubs in St Tropez. The wine menu is huge and includes some eye-wateringly expensive bottles!
Prices
1 Sunlounger: €60 per day
What to know before you visit
- You can reserve online but you need to arrive on-time
- August is extremely busy and can ‘sold out’ until September by mid July
- Car parking is free
- Prepare to spend a lot!
- Not child friendly
Address: Les Tamaris, Chem. de Matarane, 83350 Ramatuelle
Tel: 04 94 79 83 25
Website: https://bagatelle.com/venues/st-tropez
Best for Food
If you’re wanting to prioritise great food on the beach then there’s quite a few options. Here’s my favourite Saint Tropez Beach Clubs for food.
La Serena
La Serena is situated in the middle of Pampelonne and is easy to reach with a large private car park right next door. Probably my favourite beach club in Saint Tropez, La Serena serves up great food in a relaxing yet festive ambiance. The beach club itself is relatively small in comparison to others and its white and turquoise decor create a relaxing ambiance.
The food at La Serena is spot-on, the starters are light and refreshing – there’s multiple creative cold, raw fish dishes like the seas bass ceviche to choose from. The main courses are separated into fish, meat and sharing dishes. I usually go for the beef fillet which has been cooked perfectly the countless times I’ve been.
The cocktail and wine menu is equally as good and the service is attentive. One of the major advantages of eating at La Serena is the dining area. Raised up above the beach you get a fantastic view of the sea and allows you to feel the cooling sea breeze. There’s also a dining/lounge area below, if you prefer to eat with your feet in the sand!
Prices
1 Sunlounger: €50 per day
Parasol: €8 per day
What to know before you visit
- Reservations by phone only
- You will need to book 1 week in advance in July & August
- Children & pet friendly
Address: Boulevard Patch, 83350 Ramatuelle
Tel: 04 94 43 31 85
Website: https://www.la-serena.com
Club 55
First opened in 1955, Club 55 is one of Pampelonne’s longest-standing beach clubs. More family-oriented than most on the beach, it’s a great option for eating well-cooked, no-frills Provençal dishes. It’s very pricey given what you get, but I’ll admit, I do love Club 55.
It’s perhaps the most quiet luxury option on the beach. If you’re after the Brigitte Bardot version of Saint Tropez – this is for you.
I’ve personally only come to Club 55 to eat – the restaurant area is where the atmosphere is at. The menu may look deceiving simple – roasted whole fish, grilled tranches of lamb leg but it’s all really well done. Nothing mind-blowing but good, honest cooking. Yup it’s expensive (€36 for melon jambon for example) but you’re paying a lot for the location.
The beach area is relatively small and in someways, more traditional (well, old school). Be warned that they don’t always have raised sun-loungers available and do have ‘mattress-only’ style beds directly on the sand. The parasols are also fixed. Personally, I’d avoid and come only for lunch.
Prices
Sunlounger: €60
What to know before you visit
- Reservations by phone only
- You will need to book 1 week in advance in July & August
- There are 2 services – 1pm and 3pm – you won’t be seated before these times
- If you’re coming by boat note that they have their own mooring buoys. The tender service is quick but call 15 mins before your service as a lot of people eating there come by boat and you may wait up to 10 mins to get picked up.
Address: 43 Bd Patch, 83350 Ramatuelle
Tel: 04 94 55 55 55
Website: http://www.club55.fr
Best for Relaxing
Looking to relax on a sunlounger and enjoy the sea rather than a party atmosphere? Here’s our top spots for a relaxing beach club experience.
Tiki Beach
A family friendly, super comfortable beach club with really food is a very good choice if you’re wanting a relaxing day on the beach. The beach-shack, pink pastel hue really helps the relaxing ambiance.
The beach area is relatively small and denser than some other beach clubs but the sun loungers are really comfortable and perfect for a post-lunch nap. There’s no loud music being blasted across the beach area which makes it perfect for those wanting to unwind and read a book in peace and quiet.
The food is excellent with a Michelin level kitchen producing well cooked, fresh local produce. The sharing Côte de boeuf (just like you’d get in the best French bistros) is excellent and comes with a generous amount of sides – beef jus, béarnaise sauce, fries and vegetables of your choice.
Prices
1 Sunlounger: €45 per day
What to know before you visit
- Reservations by phone only
- You will need to book 1 week in advance in July & August
Address: Route des plages, Chem. des Tamaris, 83350 Ramatuelle
Tel: 04 94 79 75 76
Website: https://www.riviera-villages.com/Kon-Tiki/Restaurants-Commerces/Restaurants-Bars/Le-Tiki-Beach
Tahiti Beach
On the north side of the beach lies Tahiti Beach, a large family friendly beach club with an equally comfortable restaurant area. On the larger side, the Tahiti beach has boutiques and perhaps the largest sunbed area on the entire beach.
The beach area is well spaced apart with attentive service and extremely comfortable sun loungers and larger beds. On the food side, there’s the usual beach club offerings including large, wild grilled seabass to share that’s served table side.
I last visited Tahiti Beach in 2025 and they’ve got music playing pretty much non-stop from the 2nd service until close. There’s also live vocalists which apparently haven’t changed since I last went years back!
Prices
Sunlounger: €50
What to know before you visit
- Reservations by phone only
- You can generally get a reservation the day of or before
Address: Quartier De Pampelonne, 962 Chem. des Tamaris, 83350 Ramatuelle
Tel: 04 94 97 18 02
Website: https://www.instagram.com/tahiti_beach/
Where are the Beach Clubs in Saint Tropez?
If it’s your first time visiting Saint Tropez you might be surprised to learn that Saint Tropez’s main beach isn’t actually in the town itself. There are a few very small beaches around the headland from the mythical town – Plage des Canoubiers and Plage de la Moutte – but the main beach is Plage de Pampelonne. The beach is around 2.8 miles long and takes around 10 minute to reach by car from the town centre depending on which car park or beach club you go to.
Thank you, very informative!