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

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

in the heart of the medieval village beloved by artists, a luxurious hotel in a 16th century house has charming, romantically-furnished rooms

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

ancient beams and exposed stonework blend with modern touches in the rooms of this characterful hotel next to the Château Grimaldi

in a mountain village at the gateway to the magnificent Gorges du Verdon, a luxurious retreat in an historic bastide with scenic views

at this superb hotel in a park, rooms and suites in the elegant mansion, farmhouse and cottages offer period splendour and stylish modernity

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

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

restaurants, bars and shops immediately at hand and offers simple, light and airy rooms, a shady terrace and an organic buffet breakfast

a stone farm house on the edge of Gordes, with panoramic views of the Luberon countryside from the Renaissance-styled rooms and the pool

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 an historic Catalan village, a restored winery houses an eco-hotel with an atmospheric wine cellar restaurant and natural swimming pool

a refined hotel in an elegant 17th century mansion with a magnificent staircase and high ceilinged rooms, plus a fabulous rooftop terrace

reviewers heap praise on this historic hotel in the Luberon's most celebrated village, especially for the sunset views and pampering facilities

set in the ancient wine-producing village of Toutour, a charming hotel with elegant, well-equipped rooms and a scenic view from the terrace

in a quaint Provençale village, a charming hotel - a former 17th century mill - has tastefully-furnished rooms, and a romantic vaulted restaurant

in the heart of the Luberon, in one of its pretty villages, a charming restored stone farmhouse provides top class dining and leisure facilities

some rooms have a terrace with a view of the forest at this charming hotel in a pretty village between the Haut Var mountains and the Côte d'Azur

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

in one of the most beautiful villages in France, a charming stone house owned by celebrated French chef Alain Ducasse serves Provençale cuisine

on an estate in one of France's loveliest villages, elegant rooms in five Provençale houses, plus award-winning dining and three outdoor pools

a collection of ancient houses at the top of a hilltop village facing Mont Ventoux is now a gorgeous rural retreat with two gourmet restaurants

a quintessential French auberge on the square of a village near the magnificent Gorges du Verdon; the rooms have rustic Provençal charm

enjoy a panoramic view from the pool and the refined restaurant at this atmospheric hotel in a medieval village two miles from Le Pont du Gard

an old Provençale house in picturesque Les Baux-de-Provence is now a charming hotel with attentive service, exquisite rooms and gourmet dining

the traditional exterior contrasts with the smart modernity of the newly-renovated themed rooms, at this charming hostelry in south-east France

enjoy character and luxury at this hotel in a beautiful Luberon village, with a range of elegant rooms and suites, and a choice of restaurants and pools

choose this charming hotel for comfort and character, and the superb location in a picturesque village of Haute Provence with mountain views

near the spectacular Canyon du Verdon, a former post office dating from the 17th century, with comfortable rooms and an atmospheric restaurant

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

in a mountain village of the Hautes-Alpes, perfect for skiing or summer hikes, a charming family hotel features a spa and an indoor pool

next to a waterfall in one of France's most beautiful villages, a quaint, shuttered house with a pretty terrace offers Provençale-style rooms

bedrooms feature their own personality and are adorned with paintings and works of art, the restaurant serves traditional Provençal cuisine

in a beautiful setting on the River Tarn, an attractive stone-built hotel offers simply furnished rooms and a popular bar and pizzeria restaurant

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

in a village surrounded by natural landscapes, a traditional hotel with spacious rooms and featuring tasty home-cooked dishes in the restaurant