Hotel Brand
Cheval Blanc
Cheval Blanc is a hotel brand. Pearl maps 13 hotels across 9 cities in 4 countries and adds history, ownership context, key figures, FAQs, notable locations for travelers and diners.
Results
Results
11 places
Cheval Blanc Courchevel
Points
2,200
Cheval Blanc Courchevel is a hotel on Rue du Jardin Alpin in Courchevel.
Hôtel Cheval Blanc St-Tropez
Points
2,150
Book Hôtel Cheval Blanc St-Tropez for a polished seaside celebration where the hotel is meant to anchor the trip. Its strongest case is atmosphere and external recognition, with Michelin 2 Keys, Forbes 4-Star, La Liste, Gault & Millau, Virtuoso signals supporting the splurge; cross-shop village-center hotels if walkability matters more.
Cheval Blanc Randheli
Points
2,000
Cheval Blanc Randheli is worth booking for a privacy-first Maldives stay where service polish, quiet atmosphere, a design-led resort feel matter more than value. In Noonu Atoll, cross-shop it against Soneva Jani for a more playful villa experience and Velaa Private Island for a more maximal private-island stay.
La Vague d'Or - Cheval Blanc St-Tropez
Points
2,000
La Vague d'Or - Cheval Blanc St-Tropez is a restaurant in Saint-Tropez.
Le 1947 à Cheval Blanc
Points
2,000
Le 1947 à Cheval Blanc is a restaurant in Courchevel.
Cheval Blanc St-Barth
Points
1,875
Cheval Blanc St-Barth is the St. Barts pick for a high-polish beach stay on Flamands, especially for celebrations where service confidence matters. Its 2026 La Liste Top Hotels score, Forbes 5-Star status, Virtuoso partnership, Star Wine List recognition support the splurge, but villa-style travelers may prefer more flexible alternatives.
Cheval Blanc Seychelles
Points
1,400
Book Cheval Blanc Seychelles if Mahé is the destination and the hotel is meant to carry the trip. Its Michelin 2 Keys, Forbes Recommended status, Virtuoso partner recognition make it a lower-risk splurge than less-credentialed island resorts, but it is less practical for travelers who need easy movement around Mahé.
Le Tout-Paris
Points
815
A Michelin one-star brasserie on the seventh floor of the Cheval Blanc Hotel, Le Tout-Paris earns its place at the €€€€ tier with technically precise cooking, a choice-led format, a terrace that looks directly over the Seine. Book six to eight weeks out for a weekend dinner. Best used for a specific occasion, not a casual drop-in.
Le 1947 - Cheval Blanc Randheli
Points
320
Le 1947 at Cheval Blanc Randheli is the Maldives' most service-serious French fine dining option, backed by a rising La Liste score (77pts in 2026) and the full weight of the Cheval Blanc hospitality standard. Book it for a special occasion dinner between November and April, when the dry season makes the setting work in your favour. Access is easiest through the resort concierge.
Le Grill Alpin
Points
300
Le Grill Alpin holds a Michelin Plate for both 2024 and 2025, making it one of the more reliable modern cuisine options in Courchevel at the €€€€ tier. Booking is straightforward compared to the resort's starred rooms, counter seating adds real value to the experience. A strong choice for a mid-week dinner when the top tables are already taken.
Hotel Brand
About Cheval Blanc
Hotel Brand · LVMH
About Cheval Blanc
Rare maisons of French luxury
Cheval Blanc is known for its contemporary interpretation of the French Art de Vivre, blending bold design with local craftsmanship to create serene havens. The brand emphasizes exclusive privacy with a limited number of rooms, reinterprets traditional hospitality codes with creativity and modernity, offers a thoughtful 'Art de Recevoir' service that makes each stay unique and memorable.
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At a glance
- Founded
- 2006
- Origin
- Courchevel, France
- Parent
- LVMH
- Pearl coverage
- 11 locations in 4 countries
Why it matters
Cheval Blanc is known for its contemporary interpretation of the French Art de Vivre, blending bold design with local craftsmanship to create serene havens. The brand emphasizes exclusive privacy with a limited number of rooms, reinterprets traditional hospitality codes with creativity and modernity, and offers a thoughtful 'Art de Recevoir' service that makes each stay unique and memorable.
Cheval Blanc is an ultra-luxury hotel brand wholly owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world's leading luxury group. It operates under LVMH Hotel Management, reflecting the group's commitment to extending its expertise in luxury goods and experiences into the hospitality sector.
History and origins
Cheval Blanc was founded in 2006 in Courchevel, France. A key milestone came in 2014: LVMH acquires the iconic Isle de France Hotel in St-Barth and rebrands it as Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France, marking its first international expansion. Cheval Blanc is an ultra-luxury hotel brand wholly owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world's leading luxury group.
2006
Brand Launch and First Maison
Cheval Blanc brand is established and opens its first property, Cheval Blanc Courchevel, in the French Alps.
Source2014
Expansion to St-Barth
LVMH acquires the iconic Isle de France Hotel in St-Barth and rebrands it as Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France, marking its first international expansion.
Source2021
Urban Debut in Paris
Cheval Blanc Paris opens, becoming the brand's first urban Maison and a new flagship in the heart of the French capital.
Source2024
Seychelles Opening
Cheval Blanc Seychelles opens, marking the brand's debut in Africa and further expanding its global footprint.
SourceKey figures
CEO
Olivier Lefebvre
LVMH identifies Olivier Lefebvre as CEO of Cheval Blanc, the LVMH hospitality maison behind properties such as Courchevel, Paris, St-Tropez, and the Maldives.
SourceNotable Pearl locations
Cheval Blanc Courchevel / Courchevel / France
First Maison
Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France / St-Barth / French West Indies
Acquired and rebranded
Cheval Blanc Randheli / Noonu Atoll / Maldives
Island retreat
Cheval Blanc St-Tropez / Saint-Tropez / France
Coastal escape
Cheval Blanc Paris / Paris / France
First urban Maison
Cheval Blanc Seychelles / Mahé / Seychelles
African debut
Sources
- Cheval Blanc Official Website - About - Cheval Blanc - Accessed 2026-07-10
- LVMH Official Website - Cheval Blanc - LVMH - Accessed 2026-07-10
- One Mile at a Time - Cheval Blanc Hotels Guide - One Mile at a Time - Accessed 2026-07-10
- Vogue - Inside LVMH's new Paris hotel - Vogue - Accessed 2026-07-10
- LVMH News - Cheval Blanc opens sixth Maisons in the Seychelles - LVMH - Accessed 2026-07-10
- Wikipedia - Cheval Blanc St-Tropez - Wikipedia - Accessed 2026-07-10
Frequently asked questions
What is Cheval Blanc?+
Cheval Blanc is a globally recognized luxury brand with 13 hotels and resorts tracked on Join Pearl. Cheval Blanc is known for its contemporary interpretation of the French Art de Vivre, blending bold design with local craftsmanship to create serene havens. The brand emphasizes exclusive privacy with a limited number of rooms, reinterprets traditional hospitality codes with creativity and modernity, offers a thoughtful 'Art de Recevoir' service that makes each stay unique and memorable.
When was Cheval Blanc founded?+
Cheval Blanc was founded in 2006 in Courchevel, France.
Who owns Cheval Blanc?+
Cheval Blanc is owned by LVMH.
How many Cheval Blanc locations are there?+
Join Pearl currently tracks 13 Cheval Blanc hotels and resorts worldwide.
Who founded Cheval Blanc?+
The verified founders of Cheval Blanc are not publicly documented in available sources.
What is Cheval Blanc known for?+
Cheval Blanc is known for its contemporary interpretation of the French Art de Vivre, blending bold design with local craftsmanship to create serene havens. The brand emphasizes exclusive privacy with a limited number of rooms, reinterprets traditional hospitality codes with creativity and modernity, offers a thoughtful 'Art de Recevoir' service that makes each stay unique and memorable.
Where is Cheval Blanc headquartered?+
Cheval Blanc was originally established in Courchevel, France.
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