The Best French Beachfront Hotels

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

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

salvaged marine artifacts and a setting directly on the beach give a quirky nautical atmosphere; some rooms have a terrace with sea views

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

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

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

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

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

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