Best Luxury Hotels in the South of France

Located in Vence, 15 mi from Nice, Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Oetker Hotels is a 12th-century Knight Templar Castle with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. It offers a heated swimming pool, a restaurant and well-being center. All rooms and suites are air-conditioned. They feature views of the garden, countryside or sea, a TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer, free toiletries and slippers. Some rooms feature a balcony. There are several restaurants on site including the gourmet Saint Martin, which features a terrace with panoramic views of the Mediterranean coast and an open kitchen. There is also a bar, Le Rossini. Room service is available throughout the day. Additional features include body treatments, yoga lessons, wine tasting, a boules and a 24-hour reception. The beach is 8.1 mi away and free private parking is possible on site.

- "One of the best hotels we have stayed at in the world, a delight for both adults and children." - "I felt like a princess." - "Beautiful chateau in Vence. Amazing views food and ambience. Spa is fabulous." - "We will return"

La Mirande, dating back to 1309, is a hotel located in Avignon's city center. It offers 18th-century style guest rooms with views through the antique windows overlooking the Palais des Papes. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. Each of the soundproofed air-conditioned guest rooms at La Mirande are decorated with a different wall tapestry, and have oak-wood parquet flooring and silk-lined curtains. All rooms have a private marble finish bathroom with a bath and some offer a view of the Palais des Papes. Some rooms also have a shower. In the morning, there is a choice of an American or a continental breakfast served either in the hotel's restaurant or in the privacy of the guest's room. Guests at La Mirande can enjoy gourmet cuisine in the main restaurant or relax with a drink in the hotel bar in the evening. They can also experience the 'Table Haute' Chef's table for dinner, upon reservation and on certain evenings only. Cooking lessons can also be taken at La Mirande. Guests will also find a gift shop on site which offers local produce, linen, decorative items, porcelain tableware and handbags. La Mirande is 41 mi from Marseille Provence Airport, and there is a shuttle service available. Calvet Museum is just 984 feet away. There is a valet parking service available on site.

- "Excellent" - "Avignon beautiful La Mirande hotel" - "Perfect place to stay in Avignon, 10 star stay! (because 5 stars is not enough)" - "Definitely worth the detour!" - "Fabulous" - "highly recommended in Avignon" - "I would stay here again" - "Der alte Charme und die alte Pracht ist nicht mehr vorhanden."

Located in Crillon-le-Brave, 23 miles from Papal Palace, Hotel Crillon le Brave provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or a meal in the restaurant. At the hotel, rooms contain a desk. Hotel Crillon le Brave has certain rooms with city views, and each room comes with a coffee machine. Guest rooms at the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. A buffet breakfast is available at Hotel Crillon le Brave. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, in addition, bike rental and car rental are available at this hotel. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock. Avignon Central Station is 24 miles from the hotel, while Avignon TGV Train Station is 26 miles away.

- "Absolutely magnificent! Wished we had stayed longer!" - "Very peaceful stay" - "Highly recommended for everyone - solo traveler, friends and families. Great services make an excellent stay!" - "Beautiful provençale stay with superb service" - "Perfection in the hills of Provence." - "Wonderful rustic modern hotel , attentive service and lovely swimming pool" - "Lovely hotel, great staff" - "Breathtaking views with cute cosy rooms. Altogether a lovely charming stay, will hopefully be back to visit next summer!"

Located in Lorgues, 27 miles from Le Pont des Fées, Château de Berne has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has an indoor pool, sauna, evening entertainment and a shared lounge. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hotel the rooms have a closet and a flat-screen TV. Château de Berne offers a buffet or continental breakfast. The accommodation has a terrace. You can play table tennis and tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. The property has an in-house hot tub, hairdresser's and business center. Chateau de Grimaud is 27 miles from Château de Berne, while Saint-Raphaël Valescure Train Station is 28 miles from the property. Toulon - Hyeres Airport is 48 miles away.

- "More than a stay" - "A perfect way to celebrate our anniversary. Highly recommend." - "Probably the best Relais and Chateau we have experienced." - "Excellent as ever" - "Gorgeous and relaxing" - "Fabulous stay!" - "Luxurious, stately, provençal comfort" - "Perfect holiday" - "A truly exceptional château experience!" - "Great stay, great food and location." - "Great stay, terrible Bistro waitress but otherwise amazing."

Located in Aix-en-Provence, 19 miles from Marseille Saint-Charles Train Station, Villa Gallici Hôtel & Spa has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. A spa and wellness center comprising a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, as well as a terrace can be used by all guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a closet, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. Villa Gallici Hôtel & Spa offers a hot tub. The area is popular for hiking, and bike rental and car rental are available at the accommodation. Joliette Metro Station is 19 miles from Villa Gallici Hôtel & Spa, while Les Terrasses du Port Shopping Center is 20 miles from the property. Marseille Provence Airport is 17 miles away.

- "An absolute dream to stay here and exceeded expectations." - "we feel like royal" - "Our entire visit was delightful!" - "Very lovely historical hotel" - "Very relaxing" - "Remarkable place. Would love to go back!" - "Perfect relaxing stay in Aixe" - "Overall stay was very good and I can only recommend it" - "A shout out to the SPA which is truly amazing. Don’t miss out!" - "Relaxing slice of luxury! Would definitely return in the spring! Such a wonderful place!"

Hotel Le Negresco, overlooks the beach and the Promenade des Anglais in Nice. Free Wifi access is provided and there is an on-site fitness center. Each room and suite is decorated individually with period furniture and features air conditioning. Rooms are also equipped with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. A fresh buffet breakfast is served each morning in La Rotonde restaurant. Snacks and drinks can be enjoyed in the British-style bar, and gourmet meals are served at the Michelin star Le Chantecler restaurant. Hotel Le Negresco's guests can benefit from access to a private beach area, at an extra cost. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Nice’s Old Town and Nice-Ville Train Station. Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is just 3.1 mi from the hotel. A private limousine shuttle service is available for guests for a surcharge upon request. Private parking is available on site. Spa & wellness center with hot tub, jacuzzi, fitness center and massage available for extra cost subject to reservation

- "A perfect positioned hotel with amazing facilities" - "The place to be in Nice" - "Great hotel at the highest quality" - "great stay with wonderful location and views" - "Unforgettable!!!" - "Amazing experience" - "unforgettable experience to be continued..." - "A uniques and very happy experience of my life ....." - "One of our favourite Hotel in Nice" - "Heaven on earth!" - "Amazing stay -- beautiful, historic hotel that was incredibly thoughtful in its renovation!"

Located on the Cap and facing the sea, Hotel Cap Estel features luxury accommodations and a private beach. Guests can enjoy the indoor and outdoor swimming pools, the garden and the wellness center. All rooms offer free WiFi access, a terrace and panoramic views of the sea and the garden. They also feature a mini-bar with free soft drinks and a Nespresso coffee machine. The private bathrooms are complete with shower and/or bathtub and toilet. Breakfast is included and the hotel also offers a restaurant and a bar on site. Additional restaurants and bars can be found 1.2 mi from the property. Massages are available upon reservation at an additional cost. Eze Village is 4.3 mi away, Nice is 9.3 mi away and Monaco is 4.3 mi away. Free parking is available on site.

Boasting a swimming pool, Hotel Château des Alpilles welcomes you in a luxury setting. It is set in a 19th-century mansion in the heart of a century-old park. Château des Alpilles offers various accommodations spaces: stay in a room in the castle, in a suite in the Mas du Cyprès country-house or in one of the little houses set in the park. All the rooms feature a luxury decor combining tradition and modernity. The hotel’s restaurant serves delightful cuisine with characteristic specialties from Provence. The ideal place for a relaxing stay in the Provence region, Château des Alpilles offers easy access to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where you can visit the archaeological site of Glanum and the archaeological museum.

- "Would absolutely return! Loved it" - "A dream that everyone must experience in this amazing part of Provence." - "The most amazing experience!" - "Impossible to find any fault with the hotel - it was wonderful. We go back every year and don’t want to go anywhere else" - "Best of all" - "Charming" - "Lovely stay just outside St Remy for a relaxing few days" - "Beautiful - I would come back again."

Located 328 feet from the sandy beaches of la Croisette and the Palais des Festivals, Five Seas Cannes, a Member of Design Hotels™ offers spacious rooms and suites. It features a roof-top terrace with a 13-yard outdoor swimming pool (the swimming pool is heated, summer excepted) and a lounge bar. The Air-conditioned contemporary rooms and suites include a flat-screen TV and a complimentary mini-bar. Bathrobes, slippers and five style cosmetics toiletries are provided, and free WiFi access is included. Located on the 5th floor with views of the old town of Cannes, Le Roof offers an innovative cuisine, designed for sharing. A continental breakfast is served in the breakfast room. Guests can relax in the spa which has a hammam, 2 saunas and a relaxation room. The spa features treatments by Sothys Five Seas Cannes, a Member of Design Hotels™ offers technologically equipped rooms for meetings, seminars and receptions. The hotel also has a private yacht available for rent. Nice Airport is 17 mi away and Cannes Train Station is 984 feet from the hotel. Private parking is available on site.

- "The best city break we have had as a family" - "Luxury in the centre of Cannes" - "Fantastic find in Cannes" - "Fantastic location, service and style" - "Great experience. We will stay again. Thank you." - "superb" - "Excellent stay" - "Great atmosphere!" - "It was a perfect family getaway" - "Great hotel" - "My stay was delightful, highlighted by extreme comfort, and a prime location." - "Excellent!!"

Located in Capestang, 11 miles from Fonserannes Lock, Château Les Carrasses has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a closet, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath. Rooms come with an electric tea pot, while some rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. Château Les Carrasses offers a buffet or continental breakfast. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving French and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Château Les Carrasses has a grill. You can play tennis at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Saint-Nazaire Cathedral is 11 miles from Château Les Carrasses, while Beziers Arena is 12 miles from the property. Beziers Cap d'Agde Airport is 19 miles away.

- "A fabulous Chateau with truly exceptional staff. The service was faultless" - "Wonderful Chateaux in a stunning location." - "Loved it. It’s on our favourite list now." - "A must do" - "This is a great place to escape the chaos of life." - "Excellent get-away" - "Awesome" - "Beautiful Chateaux in the Langoudoc" - "If you are after the chateau experience, you cannot go wrong with this" - "A beautiful hotel and location, with stunning views in a great place to explore the area"

Located in Puissalicon, 13 miles from Beziers Arena, Château St Pierre de Serjac has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can use a bar. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player, a coffee machine, free toiletries and an iPod docking station. Rooms have an electric tea pot, while certain rooms contain a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. All rooms have a safety deposit box. Château St Pierre de Serjac offers a buffet or continental breakfast. The accommodation has a grill. You can play tennis at Château St Pierre de Serjac, and car rental is available. Saint-Nazaire Cathedral is 13 miles from the hotel, while Mediterranee Stadium is 14 miles from the property. Beziers Cap d'Agde Airport is 19 miles away.

- "Hope to return again!!" - "First class from the second you arrive!" - "Property and staff were excellent" - "We'll definitely be back - in the summer!" - "A wonderful place to stay and enjoy. Would love to return." - "This is where you want to go if you visit the Languedoc countryside." - "Frank the evening front of house manager was the most exceptional person to deal with. He rectified any issues we had, a" - "Great Chateau, worth to detour"

Located in the hilltop village of Gordes, Airelles Gordes, La Bastide features 18th century décor and offers panoramic views over the Luberon valley from its many terraces and hanging gardens. Free WiFi is available anywhere in this Palace. Most of the spacious rooms and suites feature private bathrooms with a bathtub, and some also include a separate shower. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is provided. Buffet breakfast is available every morning. The hotel's restaurants, L'Orangerie and Le Clover, both feature Provençal cuisine made with Mediterranean products served with regional wines. More traditional meals can also be enjoyed in the vaulted dining room or on the shaded terrace with its view of the valley. Clover Gordes, the restaurant by Chef Jean-François Piège also offer a unique grill experience. The Sisley Paris Spa offers an indoor swimming pool, 4 treatment rooms and a fitness center. The outdoor pool in the garden is surrounded by a sun deck and offer unrestricted views of the valley. Guests may enjoy a refreshment by the pool. A Citroën 2CV car and electric bicycles are available. Secured parking is possible on site and car cleaning can be arranged free of charge. The property is a 50-minutes drive from Avignon TGV Train Station.

- "Exceptional" - "Unforgetable experience!!! Loved everything !!"

Located just a 5-minute drive from the center of Gordes, Hotel Les Bories & Spa is set in an 8-hectare estate of olive trees, cypresses, oaks and lavender. The property offers a 66 feet x 66 feet heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and panoramic views of the Luberon. Free WiFi is available in public areas. All the air-conditioned guest rooms and suites feature a terrace and are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathrooms have separate toilets. The gastronomic restaurant and bistrot offer meals made by chef Ewen Martin using seasonal local produce. Meals can be served on the shaded terrace, by the poolside, or in the hotel's dining room. Upon request and for an extra charge, guests can access The Maison d'Ennea spa, which features an indoor heated pool a sauna, a hamman and a fitness room. The spa is open 7 days a week and light therapy and chromotherapy treatments are also offered. Avignon is 24 mi away. The property offers a shuttle service as well as a heliport and free private parking. A charging station for electric cars is available at this property.

Muse Saint Tropez/Ramatuelle is a luxury hotel with elegant decor, an Eco-friendly garden, massage area and swimming pool. Suites are spacious (from 30sqm to 110sqm). Some have a balcony while others have a terrace. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. A continental breakfast will be offered for two people during your stay, including for each of you: a hot drink, a glass of fresh-pressed fruit juice (orange or grapefruit), yogurt, a selection of fresh-cut fruit, a bread basket with a choice of jams, and an assortment of breakfast cereal. All special requests and "à la carte" extras will be charged on your invoice. The hotel provides free parking, a bike rental service, a boules pitch and a free shuttle service to the beach. St Tropez is a 5-minute away.

Set on 7 hectares of Mediterranean gardens, at the tip of captivating Cap-Ferrat, Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat is awarded the status of a luxury Palace hotel and offers a 108 feet-long sea-water heated pool and panoramic sea views. Located 7.5 mi from Nice, it features three restaurants, including the La Véranda, and an award-winning 2461 ft² spa center. Since 1908 Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat has welcomed rich and famous guests to its elegant rooms. With a refined décor, the spacious rooms include a docking station featuring USB and bluetooth connections, mini-bar and an LCD TV. Each air-conditioned room offers pinewood or sea views, and some suites also have a private pool. Free WiFi access is included. Gourmet cuisine is served in the restaurant Le Cap which has 1 Michelin star. You can enjoy Mediterranean dishes at the Club Dauphin grill restaurant next to the outdoor infinity pool, or in the chic La Véranda bistrot. The hotel's award-winning spa features five lavish treatment rooms, including a luxury VIP suite for couples, as well as two outdoor treatment pavilions with mesmerizing Mediterranean views and a 3.9 ft² Spa Garden with sea-view sun terraces. Le Spa also includes indoor and outdoor fitness options. Monaco is located 9.3 mi from the hotel and the Italian Border is 25 mi away. Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is located 12 mi away. Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel can provide a private transfer service with advance reservation.

- "Best hotel I ever been" - "Yes we will go back. But yes, we think the grand dame of hotels should uphold their heritage." - "The best place to be in the world during summer!" - "Impeccable service in a timeless hotel" - "Best hôtel ever" - "Outstanding stay" - "Excellent services and room. Staff very attentive" - "It is a dream location! Still thinking of it, can’t wait to return!" - "Fabulous, will definitely go back."

Set in the heart of Eze, this luxury hotel offers spectacular views of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. The five-star facilities include private gardens, outdoor heated pool, wellness center and air-conditioned accommodations with spa bath. All of the soundproofed rooms and suites are decorated with elegant furniture. They are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV and a mini-bar. Guests can choose from four different restaurants, each with a panoramic sea view, serving different types of cuisine. Mediterranean specialties are served in 1 restaurant, while the Café du Jardin offers light lunches. The Bar du Chateau, has a castle-style decor with marble columns and a large fireplace. It features all kinds of spirits, vintage brandies and champagne. Guests have access to Eze tennis club and the wellness center. It includes a fitness room, overlooking the sea. Massages are also possible on request. Free Wi-Fi access is provided in the entire hotel, and the 24-hour reception can organize the valet service.

- "Great place and lots of fun." - "Incredible." - "Best place,best food,best service, feels like you are imperator" - "Excellent" - "Beautiful escape" - "Fantastic location, romantic setting" - "Perfect" - "Wonderful location and restaurants but hotel is not up to the level it should be for the pricing and its category"

Althoff Hotel Villa Belrose is located on the hills of the Côte d’Azur, just a 5-minute drive from Saint Tropez and offers panoramic views of the bay and the French Riviera’s coastline. Guests can enjoy a gourmet cuisine, including fresh local products, in the fine dining restaurant overlooking the Bay of Saint-Tropez. The air-conditioned guestrooms have each private terraces and most of them offer sea views over the bay. Rooms feature a marble bathroom, cable TV and free Wi-Fi access. Extra beds and connecting rooms are available. The outdoor and heated 200-square-yard pool, overlooking the bay, is part of the spa and wellness center offered at Althoff Hotel Villa Belrose. A luxurious spa and its range of body and face treatments are also available. Guests can enjoy numerous activities nearby, including windsurfing, sailing and snorkeling. Beaches, vineyards and shopping are also accessible in the surroundings.

- "Outstanding from all aspects" - "Exceptional place to stay in St Tropez. We will be back." - "Excellent hotel!" - "Lovely, luxurious accommodation with great views" - "Perfect St Tropez stay" - "Wonderful stay with stunning views" - "great place, great view" - "Wonderful"

The Hôtel Belles Rives is located right on the water front in the French Riviera town of Juan-les-Pins, 6.2 mi from Cannes and 14 mi from Nice. This authentic Art Deco palace offers air-conditioned rooms with a TV and a balcony. Guestrooms have Carrera marble bathrooms and some have views overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Each room has a courtesy tray. The hotel has free WiFi access, private parking and a valet service. The Fitzgerald piano bar serves a selection of aperitifs and cocktails with a light menu in the bar or on the terrace. The hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant "La Passagère" has a terrace offering panoramic views of Juan-les-Pins, the Lerins Islands and the Esterel. It specializes in fresh seafood and a variety of Mediterranean dishes served in hand-painted dishes. The hotel terrace overlooks the sea and guests can enjoy the private beach for an additional fee. All of the hotel’s public rooms are available to rent for meetings, parties and functions. Guests have free access to the outdoor, heated swimming pool and the fitness room in a partner hotel located 984 feet away.

- "Having just had my first novel published it was an honor to tread in such august footsteps in the magical Belles Rives" - "Excellent stay again! Merci BR team for the wonderful experience for another time." - "A lovely way to spend my birthday in a dreamy location. Thank you" - "Again this hotel doesn’t disappoint, a slice of the French Riviera - superb" - "Lovely relaxing stay" - "A beautifully located, stylish, and charming, art deco hotel overlooking the bay of Juan Les Pins."

Hotel Lou Pinet in Saint-Tropez has 5-star accommodations with a garden, a bar and a terrace. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a seasonal outdoor pool. The accommodations features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. At Hotel Lou Pinet, every room includes a seating area. Guests at the accommodations can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Cannes is 48 mi from Hotel Lou Pinet, while Nice is 71 mi away. Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is 66 mi away.

- "A charming hotel that I would definitely recommend to my friends" - "As above" - "Wonderful!"

Located in La Croix-Valmer, a 14-minute walk from Plage de Gigaro, Lily of the Valley provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the various facilities of this property are a private beach area, a terrace and a bar. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms contain a desk. Every room includes a safety deposit box, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. A continental, Full English/Irish or American breakfast is served at the property. At Lily of the Valley you'll find a restaurant serving Italian, Mediterranean and Local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and car rental is available at this 5-star hotel. Chateau de Grimaud is 11 miles from the accommodation, while Le Pont des Fées is 11 miles away. Toulon - Hyeres Airport is 34 miles from the property.

- "I recommend this place" - "Excellent properly, great, friendly and very competent staff. We had an amazing stay!" - "We had the most incredible stay" - "Serene Peace in Gorgeous Setting and Lots to Do" - "stay in paradise" - "A beautiful experience with good memories of Lily the Valley" - "Lovely location above the sea. Small luxury hotel with excellent service" - "Paradise but has a few functional issues."