CAMPING LE DAUPHIN

What CAMPING LE DAUPHIN does

Camping Le Dauphin is a privately held, family-operated 5-star campsite (S.A.S. structure, SIRET 69420074200013) located in Argelès-sur-Mer on the French Catalan coast, 1.5 km from the beach and set within 15 hectares of Mediterranean and exotic gardens. Founded circa 1970 and led by Directeur Général Paul Bessoles, the resort operates a single site serving primarily French families and international European visitors from Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain. Core offerings span four accommodation tiers — Nature Bohème (pitches and tent lodges), Nature Classique (mobile homes), Nature Élégante (5-star cottages), and Nature Haute-Couture (luxury suites including Liberté and Terracotta) — complemented by a 1,300 m² water park, five F&B outlets (including restaurant La Paillote and fine-dining Arbor & Sens), on-site grocery, spa, gym, bike rental, coworking space, children's mini-club, and corporate seminar/event hosting.

The business runs a direct-to-consumer go-to-market with no intermediary resellers. Booking is handled 24/7 through the Resalys reservation platform and phone reservations, with a five-language website (FR/EN/ES/DE/NL), seasonal promotional pricing (up to -20% in August, -15% in late August–September), and a 30% deposit + €25 administration fee at booking. Ancillary monetization includes a per-night cancellation guarantee (€6 accommodation / €4 pitch), referral/parrainage programs targeting shoulder seasons, and corporate seminars using a 350 m² modular reception hall. Partnerships include CAP Triathlon (sports training camps) and technology vendors Resalys, OVH (hosting), and Nematis (web agency).

Operationally, the company employs 11–50 staff, runs an active social presence (8,201 Instagram followers, 144,908 YouTube views, 4.7/5 Facebook), and maintains strong third-party review metrics (4.5/5 Google across 1,483 reviews, 4.5/5 TripAdvisor across 1,185 reviews). The company is privately held, with no disclosed revenue, funding, or institutional investors.

Name

CAMPING LE DAUPHIN

Legal name

S.A.S Camping Le Dauphin

Website

https://campingledauphin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Camping Le Dauphin is a family-owned 5-star campsite in Argelès-sur-Mer, France, operating on 15 hectares with four accommodation tiers, a 1,300 m² water park, on-site F&B, and event hosting. It serves primarily European families via direct online booking across five languages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Camping Resort and Vacation Accommodations

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds (721211)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Campgrounds & RV Parks (Developed Sites) (THAGAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus) (THAMAJAJ)

Keywords

• Family camping resort
• Luxury mobile home rentals
• Mediterranean holiday park
• Outdoor vacation accommodations
• Campground hospitality services

Headquarters

HQ city

Argelès-sur-Mer

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Accommodation Rentals: Revenue from renting mobile homes (Classic, Elegant, Haute-Couture ranges), tent lodges (Nature Bohème), and camping pitches. Minimum stays vary by season: 7 nights peak season (July-August), 2 nights off-peak.
2. Food & Beverage: On-site restaurants and bars including Restaurant La Paillote, Bar Piscine La Petite Paillote, Tapas Bar, Snack Picnic Chic, and Arbor & Sens restaurant
3. Events & Seminars: Corporate seminar hosting (350m² modular reception hall), triathlon training camps, weddings, and private events with catering services
4. Cancellation Guarantee: Cancellation insurance product offered at €6/night for accommodation and €4/night for pitches, providing reimbursement for covered circumstances

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Camping Le Dauphin operates a 5-star family camping resort spanning over 15 hectares of Mediterranean and exotic gardens in Argelès-sur-Mer, France. The company rents camping pitches, tent lodges, and mobile homes across four tiers (Nature Bohème, Nature Classique, Nature Élégante, Nature Haute-Couture) and provides on-site amenities including a 1,300 m² water park, multiple restaurants and bars, sports facilities, a wellness spa, children's mini-club, and a coworking space.

Product overview

Camping Le Dauphin is a 5-star family campsite located inArgelès-sur-Mer, France, offering a comprehensive holiday experience across four accommodation tiers: Nature Bohème (camp pitches and tent lodges), Nature Classique (mobile homes), Nature Élégante (5-star cottages), and Nature Haute-Couture (luxury suites including Liberté Suite and Terracotta Suite). The property spans over 15 hectares of Mediterranean and exotic gardens, situated 1.5 km from the beach. On-site amenities include a 1,300 m² water park with slides and heated pools, multiple dining venues (La Paillote restaurant, pool bar, tapas bar, fine dining Arbor & Sens), a grocery store, coworking space, gym, spa services, and children's mini-club. The campsite also hosts corporate events and seminars with dedicated facilities, plus sports training programs for triathlon clubs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nature Bohème: Camping pitches and tent lodge accommodations offering a bohemian nature experience
• Nature Classique
• Nature Élégante
• Nature Haute-Couture

Products and services

• Nature Bohème Camp pitches and tent lodge accommodations featuring a bohemian natural aesthetic set within Mediterranean gardens, offered as a budget-friendly option for guests seeking a nature-immersive camping experience.
• Nature Classique Mobile home rentals in the standard range offering comfortable family accommodations for camping stays at the 5-star resort.
• Nature Élégante 5-star cottage accommodations offering elegant design and enhanced amenities for discerning family guests seeking premium comfort.
• Nature Haute-Couture High-end luxury accommodations including Cottages Parc, Suites Garden, Liberté Suite, and Terracotta Suite, featuring indoor/outdoor living concepts and luxury fittings for guests seeking the top tier of camping resort lodging.
• Parc Aquatique (Water Park) 1,300 m² aquatic complex featuring slides, heated swimming pools, counter-current swimming zones, hydromassage areas, and fountains, available to resort guests throughout the summer season.
• Restaurant La Paillote Main on-site restaurant offering traditional cuisine with terrace dining under thatched pavilions for resort guests.
• Bar Piscine La Petite Paillote Poolside bar serving refreshments and light fare to guests adjacent to the water park.
• Bar Tapas Tapas bar offering Spanish-style small plates and beverages to resort guests.
• Snack Picnic Chic Upscale picnic-style snack bar with gourmet offerings for casual on-site dining.
• Restaurant Arbor & Sens Fine dining restaurant offering elevated gastronomic experiences for resort guests seeking premium culinary options.
• Épicerie Chez Gaby On-site grocery shop providing daily necessities and provisions for campers during their stay.
• Espace de Télétravail (Coworking) Dedicated coworking space for remote workers and digital nomads requiring work facilities during their camping stay.
• Location de Vélos (Bike Rental) Bicycle and e-bike rental service for guests to explore the region and coastal paths.
• Salle de Sport (Gym) On-site fitness center with exercise equipment available for guest use.
• Mini-Club Enfants Children's mini-club providing daily supervised activities, games, and outdoor leisure for young guests.
• Spa & Bien-être Massage services and wellness treatments available at the campsite for relaxation and rejuvenation.
• Séminaires & Événements Corporate seminar and event hosting service with a 350 m² modular reception hall, WiFi, video projector, restaurant terraces, and full facility privatization options for business groups.
• Club Triathlon Training Camps Sports training facility and services for triathlon clubs, featuring a 25 m heated swimming pool with 5 lanes, secure equipment storage, and custom catering options for athletic groups.

Quantifiable outcome

• Strong customer satisfaction with 4.5/5 average rating on major platforms

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CAP TriathloncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTriathlon training club partner offering specialized training camps at the campsite. CAP Triathlon conducts swimming, cycling, and running training sessions using the campsite's 25m heated pool lanes, secure equipment storage, and cycling route recommendations in the Albères mountains.
• ResalyscoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline reservation and booking management system provider used for managing availability, pricing, and customer bookings across all accommodation types.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Sandaya: One of France's largest 4- and 5-star campsite operators. Comparable as a multi-site upscale campground operator in the same Mediterranean and Atlantic geographies, with overlapping family and sports-amenity proposition at scale.
• Capfun (formerly Vacanceselect): Large French campsite operator with broad 4- and 5-star portfolio across southern France. Comparable on multi-tier mobile-home and pitch inventory, family targeting, and direct booking channels.
• Homair Vacances: Major French mobile-home and campsite operator with extensive presence on the Mediterranean coast. Comparable on 5-star family campsite positioning, mobile-home inventory mix, and direct-to-consumer booking.
• Huttopia: Operator of upscale 'nature' campsites and lodges across France and Europe. Comparable on premium outdoor lodging positioning, family focus, and direct booking; broader portfolio gives them distribution advantages.
• Flower Campings: French network of independent 3- to 5-star campsites, many in the Mediterranean. Comparable as an alternative distribution/affiliation network that Le Dauphin-style independents either join or compete against.

Direct peers

• Yelloh! Village: French network of upscale 4- and 5-star campsites with strong presence in southern France. Comparable to Le Dauphin on family-oriented 5-star positioning, multi-accommodation offerings, and direct online booking with strong review-led acquisition.
• Camping La Chapelle (Argelès-sur-Mer): Another 5-star campsite operating in the Argelès-sur-Mer micro-market. Directly comparable on star rating, family amenities, and Mediterranean beach-proximate positioning.
• Camping Le Vieux Port: 5-star resort campsite in southern France (Messanges/Olonne region) with extensive water park and multi-tier mobile-home offerings. Comparable premium positioning and resort-amenity model.
• Camping Le Bois Fleuri (Argelès-sur-Mer): Direct local competitor in Argelès-sur-Mer offering comparable 5-star family camping with mobile-home rentals, water park, and on-site amenities. Highly relevant for regional pricing and demand benchmarking.
• Camping La Sirène (Argelès-sur-Mer): 5-star campsite in the same Argelès-sur-Mer station. Closest comparable on geography, star rating, family orientation, and full-amenity resort model including aquatic facilities.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/campingledauphin
• Facebookfacebook.com/campingledauphin
• Instagraminstagram.com/campingledauphinargeles
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/campingledauphinargeles

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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