The Best South of France Boutique Hotels

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

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

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

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

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

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

this traditional hotel is peacefully situated a few miles from Carcassonne, and offers elegant rooms overlooking a pretty garden and swimming pool

scenic views of the ancient hilltop village can be enjoyed at this 18th-century former farmhouse; bedrooms come furnished with antiques

on the Jazz Festival Square of Juan-les-Pins, near golden beaches, an elegant boutique hotel combining charm and modernity in the rooms

outside Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, at one with nature, a traditional, ranch-style hotel with a pool; tasty platters of cheeses and meats can be ordered

in the heart of Provence, a magnificent 16th century château in a large park offers refined luxury in the elegant rooms and a soothing Bio-Spa

in Arles historic quarter, a fine period hotel dating from the 17th century has spacious high-ceilinged rooms with modern furniture and facilities

overlooking one of the Luberon's most magical hill towns, a 19th century Provençale house offers elegant rooms, a pool and pampering facilities

a traditional Riviera hotel in an early 20th century building, set in a gorgeous exotic garden and pool, with a relaxing terrace for breakfast

a former convent on the hillside above the village, now a relaxing, character hotel with uniquely decorated rooms and antique furnishings

a traditional mansion in a shaded garden with a spacious terrace affording scenic views; the calming bedrooms come in a Provençal-style

in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, a handsome 18th century house offers rooms furnished with antiques, a breakfast feast and a gourmet restaurant

in Castellane, the gateway to the Verdon Gorge, a former coaching inn has been transformed to offer calm and spacious rooms and a relaxing pool

in the historic centre of the town, a 17th century house with a courtyard and magnificent interior offers charming, individually-designed rooms

in a village with a rich heritage, well-located for a visit to nearby Avignon, a friendly hotel with Provençale-style rooms and relaxing outside areas

an altogether stylish little hotel in a beautiful garden, with a modern Provençal décor in the rooms and superb, regionally-inspired cuisine

a magnificent 18th century flour and oil mill, transformed into an atmospheric and romantic hotel, with a refreshing pool and restful terrace

an 18th-century bastide, just outside St-Cyr-sur-Mer, carefully renovated to retain original charm; bedrooms have plenty of Provençal character

in quiet countryside, near to the scenic Port d'Alon Cove, a relaxing B&B with smartly presented rooms with a rustic, Provençal décor