The Best South of France Boutique Hotels

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

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

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

a traditional Provençal village house extensively renovated and now a charming, boutique hotel with just 8 luxurious bedrooms and suites

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

set high in the ramparts of a 13th century château overlooking the Mediterranean, this boutique hotel offers elegant rooms and suites

a former abbey transformed into a relaxing and intimate hotel where 900 years of history blend effortlessly with today's modern comforts

this former olive oil mill retains bags of original features that include a Roman aqueduct; bedrooms are charming with individual character

a sophisticated hotel - a former château - in the rustic setting of a Catalan spa village, offers sumptuous rooms and inventive cuisine

a beautiful wine-producing village in northern Provence is the setting for a fine mansion hotel providing elegant luxury and magnificent views

a grand village house with a modern makeover, bedrooms have a smart, simple décor, the lounge is attractive and there is a shared kitchen

high review scores are awarded to this B&B for the elegant rooms, with a private terrace and entrance, and for the gourmet breakfasts