The Best Gard Hotels

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

on the banks of the Rhone and within a short walk of monuments and museums; bedrooms are bight and comfy, some with river views

for a visit to this historic city, choose this quiet, comfy hotel, 350 yards from the amphitheatre and under a 10-minute walk from the station

in the fortress town of Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, a fine 16th century house is now a small hotel with elegant beamed rooms furnished with antiques

a charming hotel combines authentic Provençal style with contemporary design and facilities, in the atmospheric town of Villeneuve-lès-Avignon

just across the River Rhône from the historic centre of Arles, a traditional hotel with attractively decorated rooms and a relaxing garden with pool

18th-century townhouse located on the right bank of the Rhone has relaxing room decorated in Provençal tones and a pretty roof terrace

a classy, iconic hotel - past guests include Ava Gardner and Ernest Hemingway - retains its glamour and service, and adds elegant modernity

a characterful hotel, a former coaching inn, has elegant and timeless décor following renovation and well-appointed rooms and suites

family-run hotel with rooms set around a pleasant pool area and tropical garden; for a treat choose the club rooms with private terrace

a former priory set in farmland just outside Arles features individually styled bedrooms, a small spa area and pool and tennis court

a cloistered 18th century hotel, a haven of peace in opulently-furnished boudoirs with antique, silk-draped baths, all within a lush flowery garden

a leafy boulevard is the setting for this modern hotel featuring well-appointed bedrooms, a veranda where breakfast is taken and a Jacuzzi

a smart hotel with impressive facilities for leisure, relaxation and children, as well as rooms equipped to a high standard of comfort

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

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

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

in a delightful location, overlooking a pretty central square, this attractive period hotel has been renovated to provide peaceful, comfortable rooms

a town house with modern extensions features smart and contemporary bedrooms, a piano lounge bar and rooftop pool with views across Arles

this magnificent 12th century château in a superb setting, surrounded by gardens and countryside, offers sumptuous rooms and fine facilities