Few destinations feel as naturally cinematic as Saint-Tropez, and for White Lotus Season 4, HBO has chosen one of its most iconic addresses.
The whispers were true. HBO has officially confirmed that White Lotus Season 4 will be filmed in Saint-Tropez, bringing the acclaimed anthology series to the sun-soaked glamour of the French Riviera.
Following the show’s previous settings in Hawaii, Sicily and Asia, the move to southern France feels like a natural evolution, elegant, layered, and quietly extravagant. At the heart of the new season’s setting lies a 19th-century château hotel overlooking Saint-Tropez, long regarded as one of the region’s most discreet luxury hideaways.
And for those who followed the rumours closely: despite long-standing speculation, the Four Seasons Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat will not be the setting this time. While past White Lotus locations fuelled expectations, the spotlight has firmly shifted to Saint-Tropez.
The primary filming location for White Lotus Season 4 is Château de la Messardière, a historic estate from Airelles Hotel Collection set in the hills above Saint-Tropez. Surrounded by Mediterranean gardens and offering panoramic sea views, the château blends old-world grandeur with contemporary Riviera sophistication.
Production is scheduled to take place between April and October 2026, capturing Saint-Tropez across multiple seasons, from spring calm to high-summer intensity.
In addition to the Riviera, select scenes will also be filmed in Paris, with production overlapping the Cannes Film Festival, further anchoring the season in the world of European culture, wealth and spectacle.
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BOOK THIS HOTEL WITH VIP-PERKSEach season of The White Lotus uses its location not just as a backdrop, but as a narrative force. Saint-Tropez offers a compelling mix:
– old money and new wealth
– privacy and performance
– effortless beauty and quiet excess
Long associated with artists, film icons and global tastemakers, Saint-Tropez has evolved from bohemian fishing village to one of Europe’s most recognisable luxury destinations, without ever losing its mystique.
For a series that thrives on contrast, power dynamics and social observation, the setting is almost too perfect.
CHECK AVAILABILITYAs with previous seasons, casting details for White Lotus Season 4 are being kept deliberately under wraps. At this stage, there is no official confirmation regarding returning characters or appearances by Jennifer Coolidge, whose role as Tanya became one of the series’ most defining elements.
What has been confirmed is that the new season will introduce an entirely fresh ensemble, continuing the anthology’s tradition of new faces, new tensions and a new social ecosystem.
TRAVEL DESIGN REQUESTEven before the announcement, Château de la Messardière was firmly established as one of the most coveted addresses on the French Riviera. With its hilltop location, expansive spa, private beach access and discreet service, the hotel embodies a kind of luxury that feels both cinematic and deeply private.
The White Lotus effect, previously seen in Hawaii and Sicily, is likely to place Saint-Tropez even more firmly on the radar of travelers seeking destinations shaped by culture, storytelling and atmosphere.
Château de la Messardière is not a hotel that reveals itself easily. Despite its international reputation, availability is limited, peak periods are tightly controlled, and certain room categories, villas and experiences are rarely visible through standard booking platforms.
Having stayed here personally, it’s clear why. From the layout of the estate, spread across manicured gardens and historic buildings, to the way rooms are allocated based on length of stay, season and guest profile, this is a property that rewards thoughtful planning.
For travelers unfamiliar with Saint-Tropez, knowing when to go, which room category suits their travel style, and how to pair the stay with the right beach clubs, transfers or Riviera routing can make the difference between a beautiful hotel stay and an exceptional one.
This is where luxury travel design adds value: not by selling a room, but by shaping the experience around it, especially during a period when global attention is firmly on Saint-Tropez and limited amount of rooms & suites.
With filming confirmed and international attention building, Saint-Tropez is once again stepping into the spotlight — not just as a destination, but as a story.
For travelers who value atmosphere over spectacle, and insight over impulse, experiencing a place like this goes far beyond recognising it from the screen. It’s about timing, context and access, elements that define the most memorable journeys long after the credits roll.
BOOK VIA TRAVEL WORLDCLASSYes. HBO has officially confirmed White Lotus Season 4, continuing the anthology series following the success of its previous seasons.
Season 4 is primarily filmed in Saint-Tropez, France, at the historic Château de la Messardière, a 19th-century château hotel overlooking the French Riviera. Additional scenes will be filmed in Paris.
Production is scheduled from April through October 2026, capturing Saint-Tropez across multiple seasons, including peak summer.
As of now, there is no official confirmation that Jennifer Coolidge will appear in Season 4. Casting details remain largely undisclosed.
The full cast has not yet been announced. As with previous seasons, HBO is expected to reveal casting details closer to production and release.
An official release date has not been announced. Given the filming schedule, Season 4 is expected to premiere after 2026.
Yes — Château de la Messardière is an operational luxury hotel. However, availability can be limited, especially during high season and major events such as the Cannes Film Festival. Certain rooms and experiences are not always accessible via standard booking platforms.
Saint-Tropez offers a rare combination of privacy, prestige and visual drama. Its layered social scene, historic estates and Riviera landscapes make it ideal for productions that rely on atmosphere as much as narrative.
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