Luxury stopover in South Corsica
A family story
The Don Cesar cultivates the art of entertaining. Between the sea and the hills, our 5-star hotel invites you to take your time. Discover its 39 rooms and suites and 7 villas with private terrace, its gastronomic table and beach restaurant, its lounge bar and its Nuxe Spa. Outside, the incredible infinity pool seems to extend into the Mediterranean.
The story begins in 1970, with the opening of the first hotel in Corsica, designed and built by Edouard Cardi, then aged 20. Several other charming tourist establishments were to follow, all in the upper reaches of Corsica.
Edouard and Marie-Ange Cardi left Corsica for the Côte d'Azur. They boldly ventured into a charming hotel at Cap d'Antibes, which they ennobled by cultivating the art of living by the Mediterranean.
Marie-Ange and Edouard Cardi's entrepreneurial spirit then took them to Beaulieu-sur-Mer, where they took over a second 4-star establishment in 2001.
On their return to Corsica in 2003, the couple planned to open a luxury hotel in Porto Vecchio, Marie Ange's home town.
Construction of the Hotel Don Cesar began in 2008, and the hotel opened in June 2012. The hotel was designed and built entirely by Edouard, from the floor plan to the design of each piece of furniture. Marie-Ange is the hostess.
The adventure continues from generation to generation! In 2022, Don Cesar celebrated its tenth anniversary, still passionately run by the family, with a breath of fresh air breathed in by the second generation.
services & benefits
Restaurant
Bar
Spa
Boat
Terrace
Fitness
Library
Rooms, suites
and villas
Rooms, suites and villas
Our 39 rooms and suites, as well as our 7 villas, all face the sea. Inside, all the pleasures: each space is fitted out with the greatest care. Here, a touch of luxury and a warm décor combine to make your stay unforgettable. Nestled in the pine forest, our seven luxurious private villas offer comfort and privacy for a romantic getaway or a timeless family holiday.
Gastronomy
The unique setting of the Don Cesar Hotel is the setting for our Michelin-awarded gourmet restaurant. Between the sea and the pines, the chef Yuri Longabardi shares a cuisine mixing Corsican and Italian flavours in colourful dishes.
In summer, La Paillotte welcomes you facing the gulf of Porto Vecchio for a lunch or a refreshing cocktail at sunset.
in a peaceful, heavenly setting".
Spa & relaxation
A moment of pure relaxation awaits you at the Spa Nuxe of the Don Cesar Hotel. Discover a range of expert treatments by our qualified professionals, a hammam and a hair salon on request.
events
For a seminar, a corporate event, a private reception or for the most beautiful day of your life, live a dream with your feet in the water. Organise your event at the Don César hotel and enjoy an enchanting setting in Southern Corsica, facing the gulf of Porto Vecchio.