Must-see hotels in France

  • La Jacotière

    Mont St-Michel

    Built as a farmhouse in 1906, this superbly situated and very popular family-run B&B has five comfortable rooms and one studio apartment. With views of…

  • Closerie les Capucines

    The Jura Mountains

    A 17th-century stone convent has been lovingly transformed into this boutique B&B, with five rooms remarkable for their pared-down elegance, a tree-shaded…

  • Hôtel de Nemours

    Rennes

    This excellent three-star abode, ideally located near place de la République, ranks among the best options in town. Stylish and tidy rooms, a cosy-chic…

  • La Villa Roassieux

    Lyon & the Rhône Valley

    You wouldn't expect to find such a gem of a B&B in a neighbourhood that's known for its rows of charmless buildings. Occupying a manor dating from 1900,…

  • Jardin d'Hiver

    Lyon

    Chic and centrally located, this 3rd-floor B&B (no lift) has two spacious rooms replete with modern conveniences – one in understated purple and pistachio…

  • Casa Centrale

    Montpellier

    This urban oasis conveniently located near the train station and the historical centre is a great find. The three rooms are meticulously maintained, the…

  • Mas de Calabrun

    Camargue

    From the striking equestrian sculpture in its front courtyard to the swish pool, stylish restaurant terrace and fabulous views of open Camargue…

  • Château de Creissels

    Languedoc-Roussillon

    In Creissels, 2km southwest of Millau on the D992, this castle's rooms are split between the 12th-century tower (parquet floors, fireplaces, oil paintings…

  • Auberge du Château de Joux

    The Jura Mountains

    Ideally located for forays into Parc du Haut-Jura or Château de Joux, this enormously friendly guesthouse has tasteful, modern, monochrome rooms equipped…

  • Hôtel du Palais

    Montpellier

    Superbly located near the Arc de Triomphe, this hotel offers a friendly welcome. It has small but beautifully furnished rooms (some with wrought-iron…

  • Hôtel St-Louis

    Marseille

    The stuccoed façade, wrought-iron balconies and 'mini-museum' of this charming hotel pay homage to its 19th-century origins. Each of the rooms is unique –…

  • Hôtel Albert 1er

    Toulouse

    The Albert's central location and eager-to-please staff are a winning combination. A palette of maroon and cream, with marble flourishes here and there,…

  • La Maison de Marius

    Languedoc-Roussillon

    In Quézac, 17km east of Ste-Énimie, this cosy place is a proper home away from home. Owner Dany has individually decorated the countrified bedrooms with…

  • Château Les Farcies du Pech’

    The Dordogne

    Part of a group of four renowned wineries (www.vignoblesdubard.com), this beautiful château-vineyard 2km north of Bergerac is definitely the choice for…

  • Hôtel Txoko

    St-Jean de Luz

    This charming hotel is run by an equally charming owner who, when it's not too crowded, will serve you a delicious breakfast in your room. Colours are…

  • La Cascade

    Côte d'Azur

    This rural idyll sits snug in a 4-hectare former sheepfold, with forest, ponds, swimming pool, pétanque pitch and majestic views of the Gorges du Loup and…

  • Hôtel du Mail

    Angers

    Rose-adorned carpets and bright-red walls greet you at this attractive hotel, arrayed around a quiet courtyard in a converted 17th-century convent. The 25…

  • Hôtel Central

    Annecy

    Forget the prosaic name – this canalside hotel, occupying an 18th-century building in the pedestrianised heart of the city, has the most eccentric and…

  • Les Almadiès

    St-Jean de Luz

    Summer bargains are hard to come by in St-Jean de Luz, but this pretty little hotel definitely ranks as one. It's in a great location on the lively…

  • La Maison de Thomas

    Blois

    A friendly welcome and five spacious rooms with large windows, high ceilings and exposed beams await you at this beautiful B&B, on a pedestrianised street…

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    Hôtel Ritz Paris

    Paris

    Paris' most rarefied address, the incomparable Ritz retains its original features while incorporating 21st-century technology. Highlights include a…

  • Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux

    Bordeaux

    Bordeaux's flagship luxury hotel squats in a stunning 18th-century neoclassical ship of a building opposite the Grand Théâtre. Rooms are predictably…

  • Côté Serein

    Yonne

    Hosts Lionel and Marie-Noëlle rent out these 21 beautifully appointed rooms, suites and apartments in three historic Noyers buildings. Highlights include…

  • La Clef Louvre

    Paris

    The contemporary charm of this residence (serviced-apartment hotel) extends from the original sculptures and framed artworks in the lobby to the self…

  • Chez Marie

    Beaune

    At this peaceful haven on a residential street within a five-minute stroll of central Beaune, Marie and Yves make visitors feel right at home, sharing…

  • Le Pigalle

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    This offbeat lifestyle hotel's edgy design reflects the neighbourhood's legendary nightlife, while carefully thought-out details like a postcard taped on…

  • Hôtel de Crillon

    Paris

    Built in 1758 by Louis XV–commissioned architect Jacques-Ange Gabriel and transformed into a hotel in 1909, this palatial address at the foot of the…

  • Terminal Neige

    Chamonix

    There's just one way to access this iconic mountain address, overlooking the shimmering ice of Mer de Glace – by the Train du Montenvers cog railway. Its…

  • Mama Shelter

    Bordeaux

    With personalised iMacs, video booths and free movies in every room, Mama Shelter is up-to-the-minute. White rooms are small, medium or large; XL doubles…

  • L'Hotel du Collectionneur Arc de Triomphe

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    Inspired by the trans-Atlantic ocean liners of the 1930s, this grandly proportioned art-deco property near the Arc de Triomphe has an eye-popping lobby…

  • Hôtel de l’Arve

    Chamonix

    Overlooking the Arve River, this third-generation family hotel has quiet, compact rooms, tastefully decorated with chocolate brown drapes and liberal…

  • Hoxton

    Paris

    The Parisian outpost of designer hotel the Hoxton occupies a grand 18th-century former residence. Its 172 striking rooms come in four sizes: Shoebox (from…

  • Instants d’Absolu Ecolodge & Spa

    Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne

    This 300-year-old lakeside farm, in the peaceful wilds 16km north of Murat, was remodelled with sustainability in mind – carpets from recycled fibres,…

  • Auberge du Manoir

    Chamonix

    This beautifully converted farmhouse, ablaze with geraniums in summer, offers pristine mountain views, an outdoor hot tub, a sauna and a bar whose open…

  • Auberge de la Petite Ferme

    Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne

    Fling open your window shutters to views of rolling pastures from one of 32 snug rooms (most with a balcony) at this converted farmhouse, 800m from Besse…

  • Hôtel Molitor

    Paris

    Famed as Paris' swishest swimming pool in the 1930s (where the bikini made its first appearance, no less) and a hotspot for graffiti art in the 1990s, the…

  • Le Diapason

    Auvergne

    Five kilometres south of Issoire, this luxurious seasonal retreat has an intriguing silhouette: the ultra-modern building has an industrial iron exterior…

  • Mama Shelter

    Paris

    This former car park was coaxed into its current zany incarnation by designer Philippe Starck. Its 170 cutting-edge rooms feature catchy colour schemes,…

  • Hôtel Le Chambellan

    Dijon

    Fresh from a 2018 renovation, this budget favourite in the heart of medieval Dijon has a whole new look, mixing modern flair (remodelled bathrooms, bold…

  • Aletti Palace Hôtel

    Auvergne

    Time travel to a more glamorous era at this luxurious hotel by the Parc des Sources. Get comfy in the downstairs bar, where stained-glass windows cast a…

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