116 Best Hotels in Provence, France

Tucked away on a pretty old town side street, this intimate, vine-clad hotel received a makeover by Parisian interiors star India Mahdavi, who preserved the elegant bones of the grand medieval building—once the home for the provost of the Cloisters—but added vivid fabrics and rattan or burnished-wood furniture that contrast with limestone walls and other original details like arches or fireplaces. The cool courtyard restaurant, which is open for lunch daily and dinner on the weekends, serves Arlesian specialties. You can sip a drink under a towering century-old tree or enjoy a coffee in the cozy library. Prices are gentle, but that may be because the hotel does not have air-conditioning, which can be inconvenient during the heat of the Provençal summer.

At this Gîtes de France B&B, guest rooms have carefully chosen antiques and lovely tiled baths, and public spaces feel homey with scrubbed floorboards, a fireplace, and exposed stone. The hotel has a pool and a pretty garden, and it overlooks the valley from the village center.

As you’d expect from L’Occitane, Provence’s leading skincare brand, the spa is the star at this opulent, country retreat in a restored 17th-century convent, where everything seems to shimmer—from the spacious rooms, done up in pale wood and creamy linen with designer furnishings and private garden terraces, to the elegant common areas. And you’ll shimmer, too, after a trip to the spa, fully equipped with a spacious pool as well as a menu of relaxing treatments. Two on-site restaurants, including Michelin-starred Le Feuillée, round out the offerings that make for a serene, splurge-worthy stay.

Tucked away in an 18th-century town house on a quiet city center street, just minutes from the Théâtre Antique, this chic boutique hotel—part of Best Western's Signature Collection—has stylishly furnished rooms; a wellness area with a fitness room, sauna, and steam room; and a spacious rooftop pool. The hotel's Le Garden restaurant, with an outdoor terrace, is open for lunch and dinner. Breakfast is served buffet style indoors or on the terrace.

Two minutes from the famous Avignon bridge, this contemporarily decorated B&B offers a rooftop terrace view of the palace but also tranquillity away from the noisy palace streets. Opaque glass metal doors open into clean and bright guest rooms, with white bedding, white paint, and white furniture, with artwork providing bursts of color. Your friendly hosts offer all the amenities of a hotel, such as soaps, slippers, a welcome bottle of water, and a candy dish at the door, as well as a tasty breakfast (included) on the terrace or by the fireplace off-season.

A mix of southern-coast bourgeois and Provençal touches adds a splash of color to the sunlit, airy rooms of this family-owned hotel, where thoughtful service and absolute calm encourage relaxation. Private patios overlook a large secluded park bordered by eucalyptus, pink oleanders, and palm trees. You can hike through forests, swim in the pool, or simply sit on the flower-filled terrace. Diners come to the intimate, simply decorated restaurant from across the island to sample such delicious, hearty Provençal fare as smoked duck salad garnished with grilled tomatoes or rack of lamb with island herbs and ratatouille and to murmur comfortably over a final warmed brandy.

On a rocky promontory overlooking the sea, this fantasy villa was bought from a countess in 1917 and converted to a sleek hotel-restaurant, where the Passédat family has been getting it right ever since—especially in the famous restaurant, which is one of only two in Provence with three Michelin stars. Gérald Passedat helms the kitchen, creating sea-anemone beignets, fresh fish roasted whole, and an entire €390 menu dedicated to Bouille Abaisse (be sure to reserve 48 hours in advance). Most guest rooms are minimalist, with some Art Deco–cum–postmodern touches, while outside the gorgeous heated pool is illuminated at night by antique gaslight fixtures.

This country hotel's beautiful setting, luxurious pool, full-service spa, Michelin-starred restaurant, and guest rooms with every modern convenience assure a high level of pampering. Extensive gardens and proximity to the area's must-see sights are also pluses. Request a room with a terrace and view.

Heavenly peace is the theme at this lovely five-star hotel, tucked away behind the walls of a medieval convent amid enchanting gardens, with a pool, shady terraces, and a highly regarded restaurant all of which have undergone a top-to-toe renovation. Spread across three buildings, the rooms are a handsome mix of contemporary luxe accented with elegant Provençal antiques. Some rooms have private terraces; the best accommodations tend to be those in the ancient priory. This sheltered oasis feels worlds away from Avignon's crowds and bustle, but it's close enough to easily come and go.

Smack dab in the city center, close to shopping, sights, and the famous market, this summery Provençal hotel is a good bet in a town that's not only best seen on foot, but can, for the most part, only be seen on foot. You can expect a standard well above most other hotels, along with all the amenities: spacious, bright, and beautifully appointed rooms; a well-equipped spa with a fitness room and a hammam; and indoor and outdoor pools for all-season swimming. The huge courtyard is delightful for lounging and alfresco dining during the long Provence summers. The hotel also offersa huge private villa with four double bedrooms and everything you need for independent living but with all the services of a hotel at your fingertips.

In an unlikely but intriguing series of events, the hoteliers behind the trendy Les Bains hotel and club in Paris acquired this deeply Camarguian property in the heart of the national park and transformed it into a fashionable resort. The local spirit remains in traditional cottages—once housing for the local gardians—that have stylishly rustic interiors, small terraces, and thatched roofs that have been restored to better withstand ferocious winds off the sea. The main building houses a restaurant and cocktail bar (with a mixologist, of course), and the grounds contain two lovely pools and a spa. Resident horses grazing among the scenic marshlands are available for guided tours to spot flamingos and other wildlife inhabiting the surrounding park. For nightlife, lacking in this desolate part of the world, the resort features performances, dances, live music, and DJ nights.

A good choice for hikers, this family-run lodging—a scenic, mile-long walk from town and set amid woods and vineyards at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail—provides a warm welcome and basic but spacious guest rooms. Before heading to the top-notch restaurant, you can take in views of the countryside while enjoying an apéro or a glass of wine on a sprawling terrace shaded by ancient plane trees.

A 17th-century residence within the ramparts is the setting of this delightful hotel featuring stone, stucco, and terra-cotta details as well as classically simple and antique furnishings. The team at the quaint little restaurant will happily cook a whole side of beef in the fireplace or serve up a perfectly grilled Mediterranean fish. On the ground floor are two small, cozy sitting areas; breakfast, weather permitting, is served in the small flower-filled courtyard.

If you’re stopping in Hyères on your way to the islands, consider this bright, airy boutique hotel, where the vaguely Moroccan-style common areas and rooms are as peaceful and soothing as can be, decorated in creamy white and pale ochre, with bespoke furniture and spotless ceramic-tiled bathrooms featuring products from luxury Parisian brand Diptyque. The chic restaurant, open for lunch and dinner, serves a small but well-prepared menu of Mediterranean-influenced dishes, with an emphasis on seafood. You can also dine at the lively bar, featuring small plates to share, craft cocktails, and an eyepopping list of 350 wines, including local gems and French classics, all to enjoy with a program of live music and DJ nights.

Exposed beams, a pretty central staircase, antiques, and charm galore are among the draws of this centrally located hotel in an ivy-clad 16th-century manor. Although there's no pool, a cool interior garden and air-conditioned guest rooms offset the heat of Provençal summers. Best of all, the price is right.

This fine inn has breathtaking views of the countryside and handsome Provençal-style rooms set in beautifully restored old buildings, including an 11th-century monastery. The on-site bistronomic restaurant Riva offers Mediterranean cuisine and the best of the local wines, and you can soak your troubles away in the pool, perhaps after a treatment in the aromatherapy-focused spa.

Manufacturing hip is this urban chain hotel's claim to fame (not surprising, as it's the brainchild of designer Philippe Starck), and it has the formula down pat—offbeat (preferably artsy) neighborhood, check; plenty of graffiti in the interior design, check; functional, minimalist rooms, check; sexy touches, check. For in-hotel nightlife, with its cool pastis bar, local artisanal beer, and great live music on weekends, this spot is a good bet.

With stylish rooms and luxurious balconies that overlook a beautiful lagoon, this upscale converted farmhouse, just 2 km (1 mile) from deserted beaches, is a perfect escape from the rigors of horseback riding and bird-watching. Outside are acres of sculpted land, inside is comfort personified: cool elegance, plush carpets, large baths, and efficient service. Every Saturday night Roma musicians play flamenco in the lovely bar area. Sprawl out in front of the large stone fireplace and drink in the splendid views over the Camargue. Dive into a mean leg of roasted lamb or savor the tender catch of the day after a refreshing dip in the large heated pool. And all the while, you can feel consciously green: the Mas is fully equipped with state-of-the-art solar panels and geothermal power.

A fabled getaway, the Langoustier has a lobster-orange building, pink bougainvillea, a choice of California modern or old Provençal–style guest rooms, and a secluded location at the westernmost point of the Île de Porquerolles. The hotel's La Pinède restaurant is a serviceable choice for dining on the island, and Le Bar is a pleasant spot for a cocktail. Room rates include breakfast and dinner; the former can be enjoyed in your room or on the terrace, while the latter is served in the dining room or outdoor terrace in fine weather.

Sleek, with stunning 360-degree views of the bay and the islands, this white-on-white hotel features designs by Starck, Zanotta, and Emu. The huge windows make for a light-filled reception area, the saltwater pool is fed by a natural spring, and the rooms are up-to-the-minute in style. Specialties of the good modern restaurant include rack of lamb basted with olive tapenade and black grain mustard and sea bass baked with Provençal vegetables.

A stay at one of this property's intimate cabanons—traditional fisherman's cottages—gets you the full Mediterranean experience of endless sea and sun just outside your door. Tucked away in Les Goudes, a tiny fishing village in a seaside calanque (inlets along the coast between Marseille and Cassis in the rugged Calanques National Park) on the outskirts of Marseille, you'll feel a world away, and yet you'll still have everything you need at hand—the Tuba club, a chic seafood restaurant, the lively beachfront Bikini bar, and private terraces to soak in the sea and sun at your leisure.

Not only does this vast estate 23 km (14 miles) north of Aix have ultracontemporary, pristine-white guest villas—with touches of wood, concrete, marble, and glass for maximum luminosity—but it also has a luxurious spa and pool; a winery; and a sculpture garden with more than 30 installations by the likes of Richard Serra, Louise Bourgeois, and Andy Goldsworthy. There's also an on-site gallery, three restaurants (the gastronomic dining room is headed by three-star chef Hélène Darroze), a chapel, and other buildings designed by five of the world's top architects. Oh, and there's a helicopter pad, too, because that's how guests arrive. But you don't have to be a guest to wander the grounds, which are well worth a look.

Spacious, romantic rooms and Provençal styling are among the things that make this surprisingly peaceful, town center hotel so popular that guests often rebook immediately for next year's trip. A heated indoor pool, a private garden (ideal for lingering over breakfast), and free-parking close are other perks.

Five 18th-century country cottages house this elegant hotel's unusually spacious guests rooms, where the decor mixes Empire-style wallpapers, Asian carpets, gilt moldings, marble-top desks, and heavy drapery with contemporary velvet chaises longues and modern bathrooms. The quiet, stately grounds transport you to another era and place, as though tucked away in the countryside rather than the heart of Aix. A beautiful gourmet restaurant, lounge, sprawling outdoor terrace and bar area, and a luxurious swimming pool heated year-round make this a true standout and Aix's most stunning hotel.

You'll feel right at home amid the vineyards at this restored winemaker's villa on one of Gigondas's most prominent estates, a 10-minute walk from the village. Guest rooms are tastefully decorated, pleasantly lit, and offer every amenity. Breakfast is served in the dining room or on the patio next to a small pool and sauna, and you're welcome to use the kitchen for snacks or wine—something families will appreciate.

This pleasant lodging in the heart of Porquerolles's main village, a five-minute walk from the ferry landing, offers clean, basic rooms with all the amenities. Located next to the village church and behind a large pétanque square, the spacious terrace is a pleasant spot for breakfast or a drink. The hotel also has three self-service apartments that are great for families. But the best thing about it is the restaurant, which serves a small but excellent dinner menu accompanied by wines from Porquerolles's three vineyards.