19th century château and wellness retreat Château De Fiac by The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the appointment of Sandra Lampée Baumgartner as General Manager. Sandra brings extensive experience and expertise in the realms of luxury hotels, hospitality and tourism to the role, alongside in-depth knowledge of France as a premium tourism destination.

Within her role, Sandra will further support the hotel's drive to continuously elevate its luxury offerings across fine dining, revitalising wellness, bespoke service, curated events and cultural immersions.

Prior to joining Château de Fiac, Sandra held the positions of Hotel Resort Manager and General Manager at Château de Montcaud and Grand Hôtel de l'Opéra, Toulouse respectively. Her responsibilities included overseeing luxury classifications; PR, sales and marketing initiatives; price strategy; and collaborations with local organisations and industry bodies. Over the course of her 35-year hospitality career, 14 of which have been spent in hotel management, Sandra  has worked for a range of luxury hotels across some of France's most desirable locations, including Hôtel LUMEN Paris Louvre, Paris; Hôtel Westminster Deluxe, Paris; Hôtel La Résidence de France, La Rochelle; and Hipark Résidences, Nice, Marseille and Grenoble.

On her appointment, Sandra Lampée Baumgartner comments, “I am delighted to be joining Château de Fiac and The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts portfolio and to be driving the hotel's ongoing mission to infuse its rich heritage into an innovative, contemporary luxury experience. The entire team and I are deeply committed to elevating guest experiences through personalised service, culinary excellence and exceptional spa experiences, all while deepening the connection to the vibrant culture of the Tarn region. We don't just want to meet the exceptions of discerning travellers, but exceed them, creating unforgettable moments that define the essence of French luxury.”

Located in charming Tarn, just 24 miles from Toulouse-Blagnac International Airport, the 16-room and suite Château De Fiac blends the aristocratic and academic heritage of the estate with the contemporary comforts and assiduous service desired by discerning travellers. The hotel's fine dining Renaissance restaurant serves curated seasonal menus showcasing the best regional produce. Bringing the renowned relaxation and rejuvenation offerings of Bali's REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort to the French countryside, Château De Fiac's REVĪVŌ Spa offers soothing balneotherapy therapies and refined wellness treatments infused with the essence of authentic Balinese therapies.

The hotel also recently launched The Pavilion, an elegant, mirrored events venue that blends seamlessly with the tranquil 3-hectare park surroundings, offering the perfect locale for intimate weddings, meetings, cocktails receptions and occasions. 

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