The Best South of France Family-Friendly Hotels

on the hilltop of a Provençale mountain town, a charming medieval château features a gourmet restaurant on a terrace with scenic views

this magnificent 19th century hotel has won accolades for its superb blend of heritage and elegant contemporary style, dining and service

a pretty house in a typical Provençale village 12 miles from the Mediterranean features both a bistrot and a fine dining restaurant

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

in a beautiful Provençale parkland setting, a luxury hotel with two golf courses, spacious suites and villas, and top class leisure amenities

in a pretty village, a fine hotel set in old abbey buildings has a gourmet restaurant in a vaulted dining room and spacious, elegant rooms

this iconic hotel, opposite Monte Carlo's casino, has elegant, beautifully-appointed rooms and outstanding service, dining and facilities

in the Provençale hills under five miles from the coast, a hotel in a pretty garden with olive trees features its chef-owner's noted restaurant

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

on this historic estate, the ancient stone buildings have embraced modernity to create a spa hotel with top class dining and fabulous pools

in a peaceful setting near the coast, a charming house in gardens offers individually-designed rooms and lodges and pampering leisure facilities

a romantic château surrounded by vineyards and forest offers an unforgettable stay in elegant rooms, with epicurean regional dining

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

on exclusive Cap-Ferrat, a palatial hotel beloved by celebrities offers sumptuous rooms, some with a private pool, and award-winning dining

a fairytale château offers a memorable stay in the heart of the medieval city, with classic luxury in the rooms to complement the fine setting

set on a hillside, an iconic hotel favoured by the St Tropez set, is now luxuriously renovated; travel to the private beach in a Rolls Royce

small hotel where the original charm of a Provençal farmhouse blend with modern comforts and relaxing facilities including a lagoon pool

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

striking modernist architecture of glass and steel emerges from a rocky outcrop with Monaco and the Mediterranean as a stunning backdrop

close to the old town and shops on Avenue Jean-Médecin, an vibrant aparthotel with vintage decorated studios equipped with a kitchenette

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

a charming residence at the heart of the pretty hilltop village features distinctive rooms decorated with family antiques and a quality restaurant

set in well maintained gardens this charming hotel is a little calm oasis, the bedrooms are uniquely decorated and immaculately presented

this legendary St-Tropez hotel was inspired by Brigitte Bardot; enjoy Provençale-themed rooms and an array of luxury services and amenities

a Provençal-style house with smart interiors, bedrooms have a modern Art Deco feel, and a spacious and floral patio with outside bar

family run hotel with smart and contemporary bedrooms, a restaurant serving cuisine based on local recipes, a riverside terrace and cosy bar

opposite the Notre-Dame Basilica, just off Avenue Jean-Médecin a main shopping area, a bright, budget hotel with simple, but comfy, rooms

in this palatial and historic hotel enjoy the supreme refinement of Belle-Époque rooms and high class gastronomy, service and amenities

a mere pebble's throw from d'Aiguebelle Beach, a smart hotel with light, contemporary bedrooms, and a terrace for an alfresco breakfast

offers an old town location near to the marina and sea front and spacious, well-presented bedrooms with a relaxing terrace or balcony

a small hotel, with smart rooms, ideally placed to discover pretty La Colle-sur-Loup and St-Paul-de-Vence, as well as beaches and Nice

a former family farm turned hotel, retains a homely, convivial ambience and offers charming bedrooms and renowned dining, especially seafood

a rejuvenated hamlet, set amidst pines that lead down to a beach, now forms an ecolodge and spa with elegant rooms and relaxing facilities

quietly situated between the pretty hilltop village and Le Lavendou's beaches, a relaxed hotel with a bohemian-chic style throughout

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

a few minutes' from Gigaro Beach, a luxury hotel dedicated to wellbeing, weight loss and sport and featuring a water's edge restaurant

comfortable studios equipped with kitchenette, dining area and TV streaming services, located on the edge of the vibrant Vieux Nice district

a fine hotel - the setting is a 19th century mansion in parkland, restored to offer sleek elegant rooms and a choice of restaurants

a Provençal-style former farmhouse set against a backdrop of the Gorges de Pennafort's pink rocks, offers luxury, wellbeing and fine dining

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

in a green, peaceful setting close to the medieval village of Grimaud and offers elegant, calming rooms and suites, individually decorated

charming 20th-century villa in a tranquil garden, enjoy breakfast on the shady terrace, features simple, neatly-kept rooms, some with balcony

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

welcoming guests since 1958 in an atmosphere of a luxurious Provençal country house, artworks are sculptures throughout aid the ambience

overlooking the port and the bay of Saint-Raphaël, a glamorous Art Deco hotel inspired by the Great Gatsby offers elegant rooms and suites

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

an aparthotel tucked away in the maze of streets of Vieux Nice offers bright and contemporary suites and apartments with kitchens

stylish hotel with contemporary design throughout, the rooms and suites have a refined décor; in summer head to the rooftop bar and pool area

quietly situated in a residential part of the resort, a short walk from beaches, a hotel with high review scores for its cosy, renovated rooms

set amongst olive trees, overlooking Cannes and the sea, a luxurious hotel with light-filled rooms, an infinity pool and rooftop Jacuzzi

close to a bird reserve and to the beach, a peaceful hotel with individually decorated rooms with a private terrace, plus a pool and open air bath

a handsome 1900s building renovated in warm colours and natural materials into a boutique hotel; stop by the rums of the world bar

simple style studios and apartments, studios have a basic kitchenette, apartments have a fully equipped kitchen, both have a terrace

just steps from the marina and waterfront eateries and bars, a welcoming hotel with contemporary interiors and bright bedrooms

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

chic hotel with a style that epitomises the Rivera's fashionable 20s and 30s heyday, Art Deco abounds in the classic bedrooms and public spaces

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

smart hotel moments from the Promenade des Anglais and Villa Masséna Musée offers bright rooms and some studios with a kitchenette

2km from the Camargues beaches, this top class hotel has inviting rooms, a gourmet restaurant and a relaxing outdoor area with a hot tub

enjoy travel-inspired designer rooms and inviting social areas for relaxation, for pampering treatment rooms, winter garden and hammam

delightful, family-run hotel overlooking the market square, close to the SNCF station; neatly-kept bedrooms have square or mountain views

quietly situated near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer with water all around, a hotel with spacious rooms and relaxing outdoor spaces and facilities

a restful hotel, 10 minutes from the beach, with ground floor rooms - most with a terrace - overlooking the Provençale-style garden and the pool

ideally located in the heart of town, a friendly hotel with contemporary interiors, smart, spacious bedrooms and the bonus of a pool

this elegant art-deco hotel with wrought iron balconies is located in the principal shopping street, parallel to La Croisette and 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

set in a cluster of historic buildings in a quintessential Provençal hilltop village, a relaxing hotel with charming rooms and award-winning dining

17th century mansion near the cathedral and amphitheatre, has elegant rooms and suites furnished in period style, with rooftop views

in the centre of Arles, an ancient building dating from the 12th century is now a charming small hotel, with atmospheric stone-walled rooms

between the sea and the mountains, a hotel with architecture inspired by Italian palaces also has relaxing rooms with chic, neat décor

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

bright, design-inspired hotel with modern rooms uniquely decorated and a functional bathroom; the day starts with a filling buffet breakfast

shops, restaurants, the casino and even the beach are all located moments from this hotel, the roof-top solarium offers views of the sea

for a tranquil break 4km from Saintes Maries de la Mer, on the edge of a bird reserve, apartments and wooden caravans decorated in a natural style

a white farmhouse hotel overlooking marshes and water has elegant rooms and suites with a terrace or balcony, and a gastronomic restaurant

a small hotel with a friendly, homely ambience, it is part of a larger 19th-century building and has simple, cosy rooms and a pleasant garden

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 Belle Époque-era building is home to a modest pension-style hotel that has cosy, simple style rooms; located 20 minutes' walk from the centre

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

just a pebble's throw from the sands of Tahiti Beach, offers homely bedrooms, most south-facing, that are spacious and comfortable

a 17th century house, overlooking the Théâtre Antique, has rooms with Provençal décor, adult-only roman inspired spa and a walled garden

a Cannes original, refined Belle Époque-era hotel dating from 1871, opposite the marina, Palais des Festivals and Congresses and the casino

nestled in hills above St Paul de Vence, a relaxing hotel with spacious, light-filled contemporary rooms and extensive wellbeing facilities

enjoy dining on gourmet Provençale cuisine, a game of tennis and a swim at this charming hotel with smart rooms, some with a terrace

in the heart of St-Raphaël with shops, restaurants and bars at hand, a boutique hotel with contemporary rooms and studios of a high standard

near the shopping district and La Croisette, a luxurious contemporary hotel featuring a picturesque patio with a Jacuzzi, and a rooftop terrace

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

once a Carmelite convent, this exquisite building near the historic centre is now a luxurious spa hotel with contemporary designer-styled rooms

in Cannes centre, a short walk from the beach, a welcoming hotel with a pretty garden and terrace, and charming rooms in light, restful colours

a 17th century residence tucked away on a characterful street, offers a tranquil and relaxing ambience, an art gallery and private courtyards

near the hilltop village, this charming hotel has elegant rooms with views of the Provençale landscape, and a delightful pool and garden

a relaxed hotel in a peaceful spot surrounded by pine forests; rooms are contemporary in style, some have a private terrace with scenic views

for a great seaside holiday, a welcoming hotel in the centre of the resort and near the beach, with well-equipped rooms and a buffet breakfast

a charming hotel in Camargue natural scenery, under 2km from the beach, with light rooms and suites featuring wooden floors, walls and beams

just 150 yards from the beach, a Riviera boutique hotel with a difference, boasting a chic contemporary style and a pleasant shaded terrace

in a convenient location just a short stroll from the Plage de Renécros and the town centre; stay in contemporary bedrooms individually styled

elegant, refined hotel exuding authentic Niçoise architecture, bedrooms are individually styled and there is a delightful and relaxing garden

in a residential area of the city centre, SNCF station 5 minutes on foot, a smart hotel with a contemporary vibe lies behind a Belle Epoque façade

in a quiet setting surrounded by atmospheric Camargue ponds, a hotel with attractive rooms, some with a mezzanine floor, and all with a terrace

a late 19th century Provençal-style residence, located a 10-minute walk from the historic centre, has individually decorated rooms in warm tones

near the centre of this popular Camargues seaside resort, 800m from the beach, a boutique hotel offering relaxing facilities and designer rooms

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

ideally located for beaches, just 6km away, and the scenic hilltop villages, a welcoming hotel with modern rooms, most with a terrace

no two rooms or suites are the same, although they all have a harmonious feel from the bedding, vivid wallpaper and vintage furniture