Le Sereno, the iconic luxury beachfront hotel in Saint Barthélemy, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tiphaine Lacombe as the new Hotel Manager. Lacombe brings a wealth of experience in luxury hospitality, with a career that has taken her from Australia to some of France’s most prestigious properties.
With an extensive background in hotel management, Lacombe’s career includes leadership roles at the prestigious Château de Berne***** Relais & Châteaux and Château de Sacy in Champagne, where she served as Director for over three years. More recently, she managed two luxury hotels for the Bombaron Group before taking on high-end experiences at Maisons Perrier-Jouët and Mumm in 2023.
In her new role at Le Sereno, Lacombe will prioritize operational excellence, team development, and strengthening the hotel’s positioning as ultra-luxury destination in Saint Barthélemy. She will also focus on maintaining the family-oriented culture that Sereno Hotels is renowned for, ensuring guests enjoy the brand’s signature relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
“I am thrilled to step into the role of General Manager at Le Sereno – Saint Barthélemy, a family-run property that truly embodies relaxed luxury,” expresses Lacombe. “This opportunity marks an exciting new chapter in my career, where I aim to uphold the destination’s renowned elegance and warmth in every detail.”
Luis Contreras, owner of Sereno Hotels, welcomed Tiphaine to the Sereno Hotels family, highlighting her expertise and leadership. “Tiphaine’s role will be pivotal in maintaining our high standards of service and delivering exceptional guest experiences,” noted Contreras. “At Sereno Hotels, we pride ourselves on partnering with top industry talent to uphold our core values of design, location, culinary excellence, and unparalleled service. Tiphaine will play a central role in continuing this legacy.”
