The Best Aquitaine 4&5 Star Luxury Hotels

a beautiful 19th century hotel with opulent rooms - some with a private terrace or Jacuzzi, and a gastronomic restaurant serving regional dishes

on the beach at Biarritz, a magnificent hotel in a former palace offers a choice of pools and pampering facilities, and gourmet Basque cuisine

magnificence in a serene setting in a Sauternes grand cru vineyard - enjoy fine wines and cuisine in the Michelin-starred restaurant

with extensive grounds and a pool, this charming château near Perigueux offers a tranquil and atmospheric Dordogne exploring base

an architect-designed spa hotel in the grounds of a château vineyard pays homage to wine and gastronomy and offers relaxing facilities

set in the Médoc wine country, an exquisite château offers history and culture, with wine tasting, sophisticated rooms and gourmet dining

surrounded by views of the hills of the Basque country, this charming hotel offers rooms in the 17th century manor house or traditional villas

this upmarket hotel near Bordeaux Airport offers contemporary rooms, an elegant lobby and a range of leisure facilities; children stay and eat free

behind an elegant façade, this central hotel offers a luxury refuge from the city, in stylish rooms in discreet colours, some with free-standing baths

a concierge service and exclusive pâtisseries are some of the pleasures at this refined hotel with individually-designed suites with kitchenettes

an exclusive hotel with an exquisite décor, combining period features with modern designer furniture, and top class facilities in the rooms

a charming Basque country house in an idyllic setting offers warmly inviting rooms and fine local cuisine on a shaded riverside terrace

in the pretty town close to the Lascaux caves, an historic 17th century hotel has charming rooms and serves the best of Périgord cuisine

in perhaps Périgord's best preserved medieval village, a beautiful château, elegantly furnished, offers an authentic, luxurious stay

comfort in the romantic rooms and fine regional food are featured at this picturesque 19th century hotel in beautiful, well-tended gardens

a smart hotel just off the A36 offers high quality rooms, a buffet breakfast and a restaurant serving international cuisine - on the terrace in summer

in the centre of this beautiful Basque town, a short walk from the beach, an historic hotel offers stylish rooms and facilities and tasty regional cuisine

a timbered Basque house refurbished to offer elegant designer rooms with restful colour schemes and a restaurant noted for fresh creative cuisine

in a superb seafront position with ocean views, this majestic hotel offers beautifully-appointed, light-filled rooms and an award-winning spa

the light-filled Xanadu lounge with an honesty bar is the peaceful focal point of this luxury hotel in a beautiful 19th century house near the river

enjoy the glamour and comfort of this luxurious spa hotel in a handsome shuttered building, and the historic setting of the medieval town of Sarlat

set in the St Emilion wine-growing area, a magnificent château hotel has opulent rooms in the main building or annex and gourmet dining

in the heart of Biarritz, a boutique hotel with stylish rooms with murals, a large relaxing salon, a summer garden, and a terrace with sea views

close to the historic centre, a beautiful hotel in an 18th century former coaching inn with a courtyard, offers refined rooms and attentive service

a boutique hotel with a lush courtyard in central Bordeaux - highly-rated for superb service and elegant rooms, some with a terrace and Jacuzzi

stay in the Dordogne area in this magnificent 17th century château or its villas, and enjoy the tennis courts, golf course and gastronomic dining

a few steps from the beach of this pretty Atlantic fishing port and resort, a smart contemporary hotel featuring its fabulous Thalasso spa facilities

a magnificent Art Deco-style hotel dating from the 1930s offers spacious, comfortable rooms, gourmet dining and a glamorous pampering spa

feel pampered in this sophisticated hotel near the historic centre, offering refined rooms, an epicurean restaurant and a helpful concierge service

a luxury hotel enjoys an enviable setting in beautiful gardens overlooking the sea; guests can play tennis or swim in a heated outdoor pool

a unique hotel housed in a grand turn of the century building, with artistic themed rooms, luxuriously-appointed, and an open kitchen restaurant

a peaceful haven on the Bay of Arcachon; an elegant boutique hotel offers sea views from restful rooms, and relaxing communal spaces

in picturesque Brantôme, enjoy a special stay in this beautiful riverside hotel in historic buildings, featuring a Michelin-starred restaurant

enjoy a quintessential French stay in the tastefully-decorated rooms of this historic 16th century mill on the River Dronne in charming Brantôme

a large modern hotel in landscaped grounds on the Dordogne-Gironde border offers an array of relaxing facilities including a golf course

in a vibrant part of Bordeaux near the river and the Cité du Vin, a hotel with spacious rooms with oversized windows and a spectacular rooftop pool

on the banks of the Garonne, a striking contemporary-design building offers bright modern rooms and spacious bathrooms with large bathtubs

an eye-catching 19th century villa, tastefully-decorated and a few minutes from Arcachon's beach, makes a great choice for a luxury seaside holiday

embracing tradition and modernity, this eco-friendly hotel is a few steps from La Grande Plage, and many of the elegant rooms have a sea view

overlooking the main beach, a grand hotel with a glamorous Art Deco interior; some of the stylish rooms have balconies and fine sea views

a hotel with a scenic position on the River Garonne, with views of the Cité du Vin, has impressive space in the designer rooms and communal areas

in a new business district near the railway station, a mile from Bordeaux centre, a modern luxury hotel with spacious rooms and comfortable beds

a relaxing hotel in an exceptional position on the beach, with views of the Atlantic Ocean; the well-equipped rooms have a stylish minimalist décor

located just 150 yards from the beach, this stylish luxury hotel provides superb dining and leisure facilities, including a thalassotherapy spa

next to the Esplanade des Quinconces, one of Europes's largest squares, a grand hotel with sumptuous rooms and suites, and an elegant salon

a fairytale château-hotel in the Dordogne with a magnificent interior offers a poolside grill and gourmet restaurant, as well as two tennis courts

the tastefully-decorated rooms nearly all have views of Lake Hossegor and guests praise the delicious breakfast and the spa and swimming facilities

18th century charm combines with spacious modern comfort in the well-appointed rooms, at this imposing hotel near the iconic Grand Théâtre

in Périgord near picturesque Brantôme, a hotel in converted mill buildings combines character and luxury and also features a renowned restaurant

a tranquil haven of a hotel between Biarritz and St Jean de Luz offers calm, spacious rooms and gastronomic cuisine created by the chef brothers

at this fine hotel in the picturesque Basque village of Aïnhoa, enjoy the comfort of the rooms, gourmet dining and a swim or game of tennis

at this traditional beamed hotel with a 1929 pelota court, traditional Basque dishes are served, and the renovated rooms provide modern comfort

this high quality hotel on the shores of Lake Hossegor offers elegant, recently renovated rooms and the luxury of a heated outdoor pool

enjoy breakfast on the terrace with a panoramic view of the River Garonne and relax in the rooftop bar, at this hotel in the charming Chartrons district

a Mercure hotel in the St-Jean district of Bordeaux; within the grand period exterior the rooms are elegantly restful and there is a smart bistro on site

a relaxing upmarket holiday hotel, minutes from La Grande Plage, with superb ocean views from some of the spacious contemporary rooms

a characterful stone hotel in tranquil gardens with a lake and swimming pool, near the medieval town of Sarlat-la-Canéda and the River Dordogne

a quaint village in the French Basque Pyrenees is the setting for this beamed hotel with charming rooms and a gastronomic restaurant

in an attractive setting next to a park, a modern hotel with a bold exterior offers restful elegance within and a range of enjoyable facilities

nestled in the beautiful countryside of western Périgord, a restored farmhouse offers charming beamed rooms, a pool and gourmet dining

in a small village near the River Dordogne, a period house in landscaped gardens is now a charming hotel with refined, beautifully-furnished rooms

between Biarritz and St Jean de Luz, a friendly hotel with contemporary rooms and choice of an award-winning restaurant and a bistro

enjoy the spacious light-filled rooms and elegant restaurant at this warmly pampering spa hotel, set in an renovated 19th century building

with gorgeous rooms in the historic centre of St Emilion or in a vineyard close by, this refined hotel also features a 2 Michelin-starred restaurant

in a vibrant central location, a hotel in the sociable Happyculture group offers its flexible timing, stylish rooms and a relaxing bar with tasty food

an amazing period hotel decorated in a riot of quirky but chic colours and lights, and providing an array of activities for a fun-filled and relaxing stay

at this spa hotel in the Landes forest, these luxurious eco-lodges, each with a terrace overlooking the lake, provide a haven of relaxing tranquillity

in the historic wine district, an attractive hotel with a grand period façade and rooms renovated with a contemporary world landscape theme

sumptuous baroque rooms and exquisite gourmet dining are just two of the pleasures at this luxury hotel in an ancient bastide town

near one of the most beautiful stretches of the River Dordogne, an ancient stone building restored with style offers spacious rooms and a large pool

for a stay in the village celebrated as France's capital of pre-history, choose this charming hotel with a restaurant and relaxing pool area

in Les Eyzies in the heart of the Vézère Valley, a renovated 19th century post house has tastefully-decorated rooms and two swimming pools

enjoy the bright contemporary rooms and the gourmet cuisine of the relaxing Sans Pression restaurant at this convivial modern hotel

a fabulous Thalassa sea and spa hotel with seawater pools inside and out and spacious rooms with a terrace for views of the beautiful beach

a magnificent hotel offers elegant rooms with marble bathrooms, and also features a Gordon Ramsay-inspired restaurant and a Guerlain Spa

in the historic centre of Perigueux, this smart hotel pays homage to the nearby Lascaux cave paintings in the décor of its well-equipped rooms

a gorgeous early 20th century villa, in a fine setting on the beach of the Bay of Arcachon, offers elegantly-appointed rooms and attentive service

in the Dordogne area, historic character and stylish luxury combine at this romantic hotel in a 16th century château with elegant period rooms

there are panoramic sea views from the rooftop pool and relaxing bar, at this glamorous hotel in the centre of the elegant seaside resort of Biarritz

in a small town perched above Bordeaux, an architect-designed hotel overlooks the river and vineyards, and features a gastronomic restaurant

all the tastefully-decorated rooms have a terrace or balcony at this relaxing seaside hotel located two miles from the tallest sand dune in Europe

a hotel devoted to hospitality, luxury and regional gastronomy in the outstanding restaurant; there are superb facilities including a tennis court

in a small medieval town, an elegant 18th century hotel offers rooms with a refined décor, convivial dining, and thoughtful facilities and activities

perched on the clifftop above Biarritz, a landmark Belle Époque-style hotel offers Art Deco-inspired rooms and classy dining and leisure facilities

in a beautiful setting next to the Halco Lakes, a striking semicircular hotel made of wood stone and glass with spacious, light-filled rooms

in a medieval town near the most beautiful stretch of the River Dordogne, a 19th century hotel, now restored to offer beautifully-decorated rooms

in Bayonne centre, just three miles from the Atlantic coast beaches, a handsome Art Deco-inspired Mercure hotel with an English pub-style bar

choose this hotel for its smart contemporary rooms, relaxing pool and sauna, and a riverside location near the historic centre of Bayonne

close to the medieval centre of Sarlat, a luxurious spa hotel in a classic 19th century building set in gardens, has stylish, contemporary rooms

a high quality hotel near the fishing port and beach offers guests a range of light-filled contemporary rooms and a terrace with panoramic views

in this pretty Basque village, a beamed 17th century hotel blends tradition and modern facilities, with a tapas bar and regionally-inspired restaurant

located on the Médoc peninsula, this luxurious golf and spa hotel was once a 19th century wine château, and rooms are classically romantic

in a pleasant part of Bordeaux near the lake and a casino, a large modern hotel with spacious rooms, a brasserie and a tasty buffet breakfast

in a beautiful location, with its swimming pool beside the River Dordogne, a charming manor house also offers classic rooms and a tennis court

an Italianate château set on a small lake offers intimate luxury in its elegant bedrooms, suites and floating lodges and gourmet dining