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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Camargue
From the striking equestrian sculpture in its front courtyard to the swish pool, stylish restaurant terrace and fabulous views of open Camargue…
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…
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…
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…
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 –…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Paris
Paris' most rarefied address, the incomparable Ritz retains its original features while incorporating 21st-century technology. Highlights include a…
Bordeaux
Bordeaux's flagship luxury hotel squats in a stunning 18th-century neoclassical ship of a building opposite the Grand Théâtre. Rooms are predictably…
Yonne
Hosts Lionel and Marie-Noëlle rent out these 21 beautifully appointed rooms, suites and apartments in three historic Noyers buildings. Highlights include…
Paris
The contemporary charm of this residence (serviced-apartment hotel) extends from the original sculptures and framed artworks in the lobby to the self…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Chamonix
Overlooking the Arve River, this third-generation family hotel has quiet, compact rooms, tastefully decorated with chocolate brown drapes and liberal…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Auvergne
Five kilometres south of Issoire, this luxurious seasonal retreat has an intriguing silhouette: the ultra-modern building has an industrial iron exterior…
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,…
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…
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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