Et voila: a (laundry) list of the most beautiful and/or nicest hotels in France (and book immediately)
My God! Well, we understand you completely smitten you are with wonderful France, and that actually all year round (summer speaks for itself, during autumn the golden hour is nowhere as golden, in winter it is the French brasseries where red wine and cheese boards are in short supply and the expectant spring is perhaps the most beautiful season).
Finally we feel you. And how. But what if the only thing that is certain is that you want to go to France? And the rest is still a bit blurry? Well, then you take 1) our this is how you book last minute tips to then, 2) read through the list below. Thank you! On y va!
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Arcachon is located in the southwest of France, less than half an hour's drive from Bordeaux. There, high on a hill, is a beautiful eighteenth-century villa. Sounds like the beginning of a fairy tale, right? Spoiler alert: that's what it is. This gem of a holiday villa houses Winter City Hotel: a magnificent boutique hotel that exudes French charm and comfort.
Brace yourself for a history lesson. On to the Arcachon of 1860. This coastal town was nothing more than a few fishing huts, until wealthy French discovered it and built beautiful villas on the hills. Since these wealthy people only stayed here during the winter months, it was called a winter city. Ah: ville d'hiver! For a villa where the rich lived, the building looks true Boutique hotel Hôtel Ville d'Hiver it is somewhat industrial. And we have something to confess; indeed no one lived there. The building was used as a storage and transport place for water. Original features, such as a water wheel, can be seen in the interior of the boutique hotel. Read more.
Would Nice be the nicest city in the world? Cote d'Azur? We think so. The beaches are nice, the city is vibrant and the food is quintessentially French. What's not to like? Al is one of the best things about Nice Hotel Amour Nice.
Suppose you only have 24 hours in the city, then book this one. A forever favorite as they call it and the hotel is, always an indicator, also very popular among the French themselves. And so fun. Perfect for a drink on a Saturday evening (with DJ): way too much amour! Beach? That is also on your doorstep. is the place to be", believe us.
Bart's Best of Nice, your ultimate list in the French city.
De French Riviera is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world and we understand that all too well here at Bart. The palaces, charming hotels, family pensions, star restaurants and other nice addresses simply make you want to come here. And now we've been there so many times that we know everything like the back of our hands. Well think again, ha! Because there is a new one feel good hotel on the block. Fun for with your partner/friend, and the kids can just join in the fun. The name? Hotel Casarose.
Casarose is housed in the former Golf Park Hotel and has been transformed into a modern one feel good Hotel. Picture this: the Californian retro style meets the elegance of French hotels and the color palette of the Côte d'Azur. The hotel exudes chic and cool both inside and out vibe out. And… You feel like a real person king in his castle because of the luxurious elements. We like it. Read more
Maison Seraphine needs little explanation. You dream away at this wonderful French, vintage yet cheerful interior. Maison Seraphine is run by a couple with a child, who live part-time in Seraphine and partly in their other house Maison Sollier - which can be rented as a whole (it can accommodate 15 people).
But first Maison Séraphine. The B&B is located in Laon, a village in itself must visit is. However, there are more than enough fun things to see or do in the area to keep you entertained for two days. This is what a visit is like Reims a must, you can go to Axo'Plage. A beach with all kinds of fun play things (made of wood, without too much hysteria). Read more
It's nice when a hotel serves as more than just a good place to sleep. That is exactly why we are so happy to drop by The SocialHub and the one in Toulouse is no exception. Toulouse is lovely anyway and The Social Hub is where it's happening. Not only fun for holidaymakers, but also for travelers, locals and students. They have, as they say, a hybrid customer base here – of all ages and more than 194 nationalities. Everyone is welcome to come and learn, stay, work and play. Difficult story? Maybe to explain, but inside we promise you party. The Social Hub in Toulouse is best seen as a combination of a boutique hotel, student rooms and extended stay rooms. And there is a lot to do there (hello weekly events), such as a work café, fitness room, terraces, bars and a swimming pool on the roof with the best panoramic view in the city. We love this multi-bird-with-one-stone concept.
The hotel is located opposite the Place de l'Europe and the Jardins Compans Caffarelli park (for those who are not so familiar with the city, it is very central).
Oh hello, ultimate (classic) dream hotel in the French countryside. Hello Provence, hello Hôtel Crillon le Brave. Hello, never go home again!
Hôtel Crillon le Brave is the topic of conversation and that is one of them. The hotel borders a 17th-century hamlet in the Vaucluse department, a charming part of Provence (France) full of vineyards (raise your hands!) and dotted with old stone villages (also hello Instagram). The hotel is spread over nine historic houses at different heights and is a mixture of individual houses connected by small courtyards and charming alleys. Can you guess whether you have a great view between those houses... Right. The. is spectacular view over the surrounding hills. Although you can also turn your gaze inward: copy paste home. Everything! Read more
Look, that's one of those Booking.com finds that we would never have found without a last-minute search. A beautiful small-scale hotel is Boutique Hotel SOCLO in the lovely southern French town of Toulouse. The small hotel has an exceptionally beautiful garden with a small swimming pool. Every detail has been taken into account: there are cozy seating areas, the soft colors are well coordinated throughout the hotel, the top rooms have an amazing view of the city and its beautiful interior details. You can eat your extensive breakfast in the garden among the birdsong: you would almost forget that you are really in the middle of the city. Perfect eggs, juices, fresh bread, everything we fleek.
You can't make us happier than with a hotel that is sincere family friendly is. And by that we mean that it should also be fun for mom and dad. After all, it is not the case that our taste buds have suddenly disappeared since we had kids. And we still have eyes, thank you very much. Hôtel Le Coucou in Méribel, France, meets all expectations: family-friendly, beautiful and a playful translation of the traditional ski chalet in the chic French Alps.
The hotel was opened in December 2019 by Maisons Pariente, a small family business led by French owner Patrick Pariente (the founder of the 70s ready-to-wear brand Naf Naf) and his daughters. Their portfolio also includes Hôtel Crillon le Brave in Provence and Hotel Lou Pinet in Saint Tropez. Ah. Good people.
The light tones of the hotel are reminiscent of ice cubes, backrests are carved like cuckoo beaks, there are owl-shaped coat hooks, furniture legs in the shape of ski poles and polka dot rugs. Everything is soft and warm and practical: there is plenty of space for ski equipment in light wooden cupboards and spacious bathrooms with deep baths and Le Labo items. The Beef Bar is open for lunch and dinner and focuses on, yes, all kinds of beef. The star dish at the Italian restaurant Bianca Neve is the risotto al tartufo, and this is also where breakfast is served. And, many thanks for this, there are nice playrooms for children, and an excellent spa for non-skiers. Is it worth it? Yes, it's worth it. Hôtel Le Coucou, Méribel
The Alps of the past are no more. At least not really, especially when you check in at always-good-Verbier in Switzerland the Experimental Chalet. Experimental? Yes. That is another one from the French Experimental Club with, among other things, wonderful catering Mallorca and Ibiza and from, among others, the Henriette Hotel in London + hotels such as Grand Pigalle (fav) and Grands Boulevard, both in Paris. And now also in Experimental in the snow. Canal St. Martin cool meets classy just saying. And we love love love it.
Experimental Chalet is the name. There is no lobby: the ground floor is almost entirely devoted to areas for eating and drinking. Tables and chairs as far as the eye can see, covered with velvety fabrics in peach, pistachio and olive. It is a semi-classic alpine chalet style hotel with gabled roof and wooden balconies, but completely different from anything else in the ski village. It will come as no surprise that the clientele is young, hip, multilingual, well-dressed and handsome.
The South of France has always evoked the feeling of faded – and successfully regained – glory, where our parents went on a road trip in diesel convertibles with silk scarves around their heads and the reflection of the sun in the mirrors. Those were the days. At Hotel Les Cabanettes it's like stepping back into that time. This 60s design hotel has been completely restored to its former glory and is worth a visit (with or without a convertible). We mainly know it from films – and your parents' photo album – in which you see the coolest retro-design houses and hotels. It comes straight from the 60's and 70's and is nostalgically beautiful. For those who appreciate vintage interior Hotel Les Cabanettes worth a visit. The building was designed by architect and designer Armand Pellier between 1965 and 1967 and has remained structurally intact all these years. The current owners – a French-American couple – have also restored the interior styling to the old style. Read more
