Château Des Vigiers Joins Onyria Group Portfolio

The Onyria Group — owner of the Onyria Quinta da Marinha Hotel and Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel in Cascais, Portugal — has just announced that it has taken on the management and operations of Château Des Vigiers, a stunning hotel and leisure venue in southern France. Situated in the picturesque Dordogne region of France, a 90-minute drive from Bordeaux, the 150-hectare property has a total of 65 rooms (comprised of a 16th-century Château with 25 opulent rooms and the 40-room Hotel Relais des Vigiers) and a 27-hole golf course designed by renowned architect Donald Steel.

The château (known as the ‘Petit Versailles’) and surrounding grounds have been carefully restored to luxurious modern standards without sacrificing the historic charm shared with the nearby wine region of Saint-Émilion. The resort, surrounded by vineyards, also includes a state-of-the-art spa with exclusive treatments by Sothys as well as a Michelin-starred restaurant, les fresques, headed up by acclaimed chef Didier Casaguana. Complementing les fresques is the elegant Bistro, ensuring guests are never short on choice when dining.

The Onyria Group has been a shareholder of Château des Vigiers since the 1990’s and this announcement marks a decisive step in an exciting international expansion.

The existing management and team, which has successfully overseen Château des Vigiers for more than 20 years, will remain in place to ensure continuity and maintain the exceptional standards that the property is known for. Antonio Pinto Coelho, CEO chairman of the Onyria Group, said: “In addition to being a shareholder since the 1990s, we have had a decades-long relationship with this luxury project, to which we have contributed our experience and expertise. Now, we're excited to shine a light on this hidden gem, spreading the word and sharing its unique charm with the world! We can integrate it into our offering, allowing us to once again have a top-tier international presence.”

Niels Koetsier, General Manager of Château des Vigiers, shared his enthusiasm: “I am delighted to continue leading our dedicated team as we join forces with Onyria. With decades of experience managing this incredible property, our team remains committed to delivering the outstanding service and memorable experiences our guests have come to expect. Together with Onyria, we will enhance the legacy of Château des Vigiers and further elevate its reputation as a premier destination.”

Photo: Château Des Vigiers.