Relais & ChâteauxRelais & Châteaux is an association of individually owned and operated luxury hotels and restaurants.[1] As of November 2023[update], the group has about 580 members in 64 countries on five continents.[2] Predominantly represented in Europe, the association is growing in North America, Asia and Africa.[3] The current president is Laurent Gardinier.[4] History and attributesThe association was established in France in 1954.[5] The group is known for its strict admission standards. In addition to luxurious facilities, members must have special features distinguishing them from chain hotels.[6] Most of them are historic landmarks such as castles, manor houses, or townhouses in idyllic settings and offering exquisite haute cuisine.[7] Prospective and current members are evaluated by the group's traditional "five C" motto: Caractère, Courtoisie, Calme, Charme et Cuisine (Character, Courtesy, Calm, Charm and Cuisine).[8] Presidents
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