Nightlife in St. Tropez
Apart from the VIP ROOM (listed below) which is more for the younger generation, most clubs are open to all as long as you look elegant…no tie required but best to avoid jeans and sneakers.
L’ESQUINADE:
This classic dance club has been part of St. Tropez's night scene for decades. Quite popular with locals, L'Esquinade provides an avantgarde ambience and lots of late night fun.
LA BODEGA DE PAPAGAYO:
Located on the port and attracting a young teen to early 20's crowd, this bar is renowned as the best dance club in town. La Bodega de Papagayo starts getting busy after midnight and consists of two rooms, one a busy bar and the other an energetic dance floor and stage area. Bands perform almost nightly, and, during the season, it is standing room only. The ambience is high energy, and the decor includes lounge sofas, long tables and dim lighting. Once inside, expect to sweat, because between the music and the crowd – Papagayo's can get hot!
LES CAVES DU ROY:
For celebrities and A-list spotters. Late night dancing and pre-dawn partying can be had at this popular spot. Les Caves du Roy, which is located in the Hôtel Byblos, is the place to be seen. Getting in takes persuading a bouncer, but once inside, the decor is cavernous and chic. Admission is free, but there is a one-drink minimum to get inside this huge nightclub. Beware: the average beverage price starts at €23!
VIP ROOM:
The VIP Room is notorious for appealing to the rich and famous, as well as locals but we think it is for the younger crowds. The club features an upstairs dance floor that also has a small bar area. The ambience may be dark, but the music is modern and techno and works at getting the crowd pumping to the groove. The club's decor consists of deep purple and green colors, small white lights that delineate the winding stairway, and a doorman that welcomes each guest. An evening at this popular dance spot is quite memorable.
LE YACA BAR:
Located next to the Hôtel Le Yaca, this bar is chic and stylish. Le Yaca Bar has a salon ambience, and its decor, which features warm hues, wooden accents and tasteful lighting, creates an intimate mood. The music is lively and showcases '80's dance classics as well as funk.
LE CAFÉ DE PARIS:
One of the city's favorite nightspots, this café is both ritzy and trendy. Café de Paris is a great place to people watch. Located on the port, it has al fresco seating, and the decor features lush red velour sofas and gold trimmed mirrors. The crowd ranges from the young to the famous, and the ambience is upscale yet welcoming. Extremely popular during the summer season, the café still draws a crowd during the off-season.
L’OCTAVE CAFE:
With an intimate ambience and an interior that resembles castle walls, this local café is quite chic. The Octave Café features jazz musicians in a small back bar area, a friendly atmosphere in its main bar room, and regional touches like Mediterranean lanterns throughout although there is a very small dance floor.
LA COHIBA:
With a combination bar and café, this hot nightspot is quite popular. La Cohiba is located in St.Tropez's old town and thrives on its salsa and Latin music and atmosphere. The decor is quaint and intimate. It features a series of small tables, lounge sofas and outdoor seating separated by strategically positioned rubber plants and palms. The entrees are strictly tapas, and the selection of beers and cocktails is impressive. This café provides a quieter setting to enjoy a late evening on the town.
