The Best France Beachfront Hotels

a chic hotel that is perched just above the water and enjoys panoramic views toward St. Malo; enjoy its relaxing facilities and good dining

luxury hotel in tranquil, hillside gardens, with sublime Mediterranean views from the terraces and elegant, light-filled rooms and suites

a smart, coastal hotel, ideal for a relaxing stay beside the sea, if offers luxurious and contemporary rooms and suites and Michelin star dining

on the Promenade des Anglais, a palatial hotel - a legendary symbol of Nice - offers opulently classic rooms and suites and impeccable service

set right on the beach, this grand hotel has an impressive range of facilities for guests' enjoyment; some rooms have a terrace and sea view

on the picturesque peninsula of Locquirec, a charming hotel with rooms in New England style offers discreet luxury and peaceful sea views

a delightful hotel with artistic, themed décor in the rooms and an array of leisure facilities including kayaks, a seafront spa and infinity pool

an historic restored château in a medieval village features ornate rooms in Louis XIII style, and magnificent views of the Cote d'Azur

an elegant hotel, praised for the setting on its own private peninsula and beach, and the luxurious rooms, each with a terrace and scenic views

nestled into the rock face of the Colline du Château, perched above the sea, a boutique hotel with elegant rooms, sunny colours and views

there are gorgeous views from most aspects of this sophisticated hotel, it boasts direct beach access, a beachside hot tub and a good restaurant

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

a celebrated hotel opened in the 1920s has had a designer Art Deco uplift with luxurious white lacquered furnishing - lavish suites available

exceptional review scores are given to this grand seafront Riviera hotel, for its luxuriously-appointed rooms and award-winning restaurants

a stylish and contemporary hotel on the beach, close to the old town offers elegant rooms, relaxing wellbeing facilities and gourmet dining

a haven of peace in one of the most beautiful spots on the Riviera, with exceptional rooms, dining and facilities including an infinity pool

with its magnificent Belle Époque façade, this landmark hotel has its own private beach and pier, along with elegance and top class service

character features and striking modern design combine at this restored 17th-century manor; enjoy haute cuisine and relaxing spa facilities

set in two classic 19th century villas, one directly overlooking the beach, a buzzy, informal air pervades and there are nautical themed rooms

from the peaceful, clifftop setting there are stunning coastal views and amazing sunsets; the gastronomic restaurant offers a creative menu

this attractive hotel with a Thalasso and spa enjoys a beautiful setting; most rooms have a balcony or terrace with panoramic sea views

a fairy tale château, set directly on golden sands, featuring stylish rooms in the château or modern extensions and a thalassotherapy spa

a charmingly renovated villa hotel in a prime location on Rochebonne beach, offers cosy rooms and a restaurant celebrating Breton cuisine

enjoy a luxurious beach stay, with tastefully decorated room having wonderful sea views, Michelin star dining and spa and wellness centre

savour the glamour and gourmet dining at this charming Art Deco-style hotel in a beautiful setting on the waterfront with marvellous views

the elegant rooms face the sea at this hotel with three restaurants and a private beach, in an idyllic location on a beautiful bay west of St-Tropez

in a dramatic spot on the water's edge with views of the coastline, this striking 50's modernist hotel offers style and epicurean dining

in this luxurious, Belle Époque style hotel, enjoy an array of pampering facilities, top class service and the soothing colours of the opulent rooms

enjoy contemporary rooms paying homage to the artist Jean Cocteau and top class facilities, at this chic but friendly hotel on the beachfront

highly rated by previous guests for its location and quality of food, this renovated hotel sits right on the sea edge with spectacular views

contemporary hotel with sleek rooms, blond wood, clean lines, a lush Mediterranean garden and over the road, a private beach and restaurant

many of the refined bedrooms have a sea-facing terrace or balcony and diners can enjoy a creative menu of local seafood and produce

delightful hotel, perched above the waters of Anse de Renécros, built in the "Roaring Twenties" it retains Art Deco charm and style in spades

a grand hotel with a range of pampering facilities and attentive service enjoys a scenic location hugging the cliffs above a private cove

set overlooking Ploumanac'h's pretty little harbour and close to many coastal walks; room are well-appointed and there is a good restaurant

admire coastal views of rocky outcrops, sandy coves plus blazing sunsets at this luxury-eco hotel; Michelin star cuisine is served in the restaurant

set amidst Belle-Île's dramatic, wild coast scenery, a comfortable hotel with cosy, well-appointed rooms, sea or land views, and good restaurant

charming chateau meets the sea! situated overlooking a small sandy beach in a relaxing environment; many rooms retain original features

contemporary hotel of geometric design set on a private beach features smart rooms, a choice of dining venues and wellness spaces

swish and contemporary hotel where the relaxing facilities match the calming location surrounded by pines and with views of the sea

revel in the stylish Riviera glamour of this palatial hotel perched on the Cap Ferrat peninsula, with a gourmet restaurant overlooking the sea

right on the beach, a stylish hotel with super-contemporary rooms and suites, and both a seafood bistrot and restaurant with a scenic outlook

enjoy sea views, sumptuous rooms and suites, and luxurious facilities, at this fabulous hotel on the famous Croisette with a private beach

a boutique hotel in a prime location on the waterfront overlooking a sandy beach; enjoy the stylish sea-themed rooms and Mediterranean cuisine

many of the smart, contemporary rooms and suites enjoy views of the fishing port and marina at this modern hotel a short stroll from the beach

an opulent restored 19th century hotel with a gourmet restaurant, direct access to the beach and some rooftop rooms with a terrace and Jacuzzi

every room has a balcony at this glamorous seaside hotel on an idyllic bay on the fringes of Monte Carlo, and there is an Olympic-sized pool

this delightful seaside hotel offers refined contemporary rooms and features its splendid Michelin award-winning restaurant with sea views

contemporary hotel overlooking Port Hercule, all of the modern rooms and spacious suites have views of gleaming yachts and super-yachts

enjoy wonderful sea views from most rooms and the Michelin-starred restaurant, at this relaxing hotel overlooking Plage de Renécros

a 19th century former seminary sits in an elevated spot above a rocky shoreline near Port Lympia, and has smart rooms in neutral tones

enjoys a prominent position overlooking the beach and sea and offers a good range of facilities including gourmet restaurant and a NUXE spa

set on a sandy beach, this chic, contemporary hotel offers smart rooms and suites, a rooftop restaurant and an invigorating spa and treatments

elegant manor beside the sea, set in well-tended gardens that lead to the Esplanade and beach; bedrooms are spacious and classically styled

in the heart of the marina with many of the Provencal-style bedrooms overlooking the water, others overlook the market square

a fabulous hotel in lush gardens with a lagoon pool with hot tubs and waterfalls, in a scenic setting against a backdrop of mountains and coast

on Lecques Beach, with a private section for hotel guests, a hotel with a welcoming, family atmosphere and bedrooms uniquely decorated

a stylish hotel, overlooking the water toward St. Malo, boasts elegant rooms, gourmet dining, a piano-bar and a host of relaxing facilities

set on a small island and surrounded by views across the waters of the Gulf of Morbihan; spend time relaxing in the pleasant waterside garden

directly on the sands of Cavalière Beach, a comfortable hotel with good facilities, beachfront restaurant and bar and private section of beach

opposite the sands of Garonnette Beach, 5km from the town centre, a welcoming hotel with bedrooms decorated in warm Provençal tones

contemporary style rooms, some with sea views, are on offer at this stylish hotel; relaxing facilities include a hammam, sauna and massages

Le Lavandou's marina lies opposite this welcoming hotel with elegant bedrooms decorated in ochre or sky blue colours, some with sea view

modern and comfortable bedrooms, most with a bay view, are offered at this family hotel set directly on the shore line with access to the beach

the pleasant, nautical themed dècor is hardly surprising owing to this hotel's seafront setting and coastal views; bedrooms are light and airy

choose this spa hotel is in a prime location on the seafront - many of the refined modern rooms have exhilarating sea views

a splendid hotel in a charming seaside resort offers breathtaking views from its elegant rooms, and a fine Michelin one-starred restaurant

stay in contemporary bedrooms with a cool, minimalist style and sea or mountain views, to relax head to the rooftop spa with scenic views

located in the central Perret quarter, this enjoyable hotel has smart contemporary rooms, a brasserie, casino and impressive leisure facilities

panoramic views from Cap Martin to Italy can be enjoyed from this relaxed hotel, some of the modern and bright rooms have similar views

a contemporary, modern design hotel set in lush gardens overlooking St-Tropez Bay offers luxurious rooms and villas and a wealth of facilities

a hotel in a prime location on sandy Gigaro Beach offers sea views from the stylish rooms, the relaxing pools and the restaurant terrace

in a prime location with views of the Bay of Le Mont St Michel, a friendly little hotel offers comfortable rooms and Breton cuisine in the restaurant

this friendly hotel with a sea food restaurant has an enviable location a few steps from the beach, and many of the rooms have sea views

outside manicured lawns and palms extend to the famous Croisette, inside natural light and simple wood feature in the rooms and suites

sleek, modern design permeates throughout at this well-placed hotel, it sits opposite Fort National, the beach and moments from the old town

a hotel right on the sandy beach; enjoy sea views from the balcony of the modern yacht-themed rooms, and top class spa and dining facilities

directly on the sandy beach; some of the stylish, wood-floored rooms have sea views, and the restaurant serves seafood and regional dishes

welcoming guests to the Riviera since 1865, however the interiors are smart and contemporary including the well-appointed bedrooms

welcoming hotel situated directly on the sands of Sablettes beach, most of the neat, compact bedrooms have sea views, some have a hot tub

enjoys a prime spot on Paimpol's quayside and offers a choice of classic or contemporary rooms, many with harbour views, and 3 restaurants

comfortably furnished and equipped rooms with sea views feature at this low-rise hotel, as does a beach restaurant with private beach club

behind an elegant façade, hotel dates from 1880, there are cosy, stylish rooms that have an Art Deco styling and many have sea views

a welcoming hotel perfectly positioned on the seafront has bright, neat bedrooms with sea or garden view, or rooms in a quiet annexe

between picturesque Cassis and Les Calanques, with majestic views, a glamorous hotel - past guests include Edith Piaf and Winston Churchill

behind an Italianate façade lies a stylish hotel with well-appointed rooms featuring a refined décor, many have views of the Baie des Anges

this palatial hotel, directly opposite Cabourg's golden sands, retains its turn of the century elegance alongside top class luxury and service

a hotel right next to the harbour, with fine sea views to enjoy from the large windows of the smart contemporary rooms and the terrace

sweeping sea views can be enjoyed from many aspects of this comfortable hotel, the terrace, dining room and many of the bed rooms

character hotel retaining many original Belle Époque era features in the public spaces, the spacious bedrooms have a much more modern style

on the Promenade du Soleil facing the Mediterranean with well-appointed bedrooms featuring either a sea view or a mountain view

a family-run hotel with comfy rooms decorated in subtle colours - some sea view rooms - and a restaurant serving fresh local produce

some of the suites at this nautical themed, beachfront hotel feature their own sauna or Jacuzzi and most rooms have scenic sea views

set on the quayside overlooking the harbour with the beach just beyond, many of the smart, contemporary rooms enjoy the same view

famed for its location on the Promenade des Anglais, this hotel has been renovated to add glamorous chic and a rooftop pool and restaurant

a quaint little stone hotel and gastronomic restaurant has exceptional sea views, and rooms and suites with an attractive contemporary décor

in the marina at Port Santa Lucia, a comfortable hotel with well-appointed rooms, most with a balcony, a relaxing pool area and a gym

this modern hotel is set on a clifftop with scenic sea views, the extensive spa facilities include a hammam, sauna and beauty treatments

prestigious, water's edge hotel offers a choice of eating and drinking venues, some on the rooftop, a shopping mall and relaxing spa facilities

a Belle Époque-style hotel featuring refined guest rooms, some with balcony and sea views, gastronomic dining and relaxing spa facilities

sleek, modern hotel directly on the seafront, well-located for Nice Airport and Cap 3000 shopping centre; rooms are smart and well-equipped

this well-established hotel with smart rooms is in a prime position on the seafront, close to Dieppe Casino and the town's many attractions

set in a quiet spot directly on the sands of Treguer Beach; there are relaxing facilities that befit the relaxing location and a good restaurant

on the Promenade des Anglais, a small villa has simple, but comfy, rooms, and a terrace facing the Mediterranean for an al fresco breakfast