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

on the hilltop of a Provençale mountain town, a charming medieval château features a gourmet restaurant on a terrace with scenic views

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

this iconic hotel, opposite Monte Carlo's casino, has elegant, beautifully-appointed rooms and outstanding service, dining and facilities

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

a delightful hotel with artistic, themed décor in the rooms and an array of leisure facilities including kayaks, a seafront spa and infinity pool

on this historic estate, the ancient stone buildings have embraced modernity to create a spa hotel with top class dining and fabulous pools

in a peaceful setting near the coast, a charming house in gardens offers individually-designed rooms and lodges and pampering leisure facilities

a romantic château surrounded by vineyards and forest offers an unforgettable stay in elegant rooms, with epicurean regional dining

in a peaceful setting in the Camargue, a traditional farmhouse with a characterful interior; guests can sample delicious local cuisine

on exclusive Cap-Ferrat, a palatial hotel beloved by celebrities offers sumptuous rooms, some with a private pool, and award-winning dining

a fairytale château offers a memorable stay in the heart of the medieval city, with classic luxury in the rooms to complement the fine setting

set on a hillside, an iconic hotel favoured by the St Tropez set, is now luxuriously renovated; travel to the private beach in a Rolls Royce

a fine period residence in vineyards, with a majestic avenue of palm trees leading to a private beach, offers luxurious comfort and dining

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

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

Belle Époque villa in a quiet, elevated setting overlooking the city and Baie des Anges, many of the refined bedrooms have scenic views

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

a former private villa, set in a garden of palm and century-old olive trees, retains a relaxed, homely atmosphere and is stylish throughout

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

shady pines surround an Italianate-style villa, between St-Tropez and Pampelonne Beach, offering chic, elegantly decorated rooms and suites

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

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

enjoy the Michelin-starred resturant at this luxurious hotel in an 18th century bastide on the edge of Grasse, and the restfully elegant rooms

tucked away in a secluded garden, this graceful period hotel offers refined luxury in the romantic rooms plus luxurious leisure facilities

a period hotel near the sea front in lush gardens features an imaginative décor in the smart rooms, with colourful murals and artistic themes

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

step through a small, white door into a tranquil haven amidst the bustle of St-Tropez's narrow streets at this refined, 18th-century residence

an opulent restored 19th century hotel with a gourmet restaurant, direct access to the beach and some rooftop rooms with a terrace and Jacuzzi

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

an 18th-century farmhouse, once the country home of Bertaud lords, is now a refined and elegant hotel decorated with artwork and paintings

on a glorious country estate on the edge of Montpellier, an historic house is now a boutique hotel, with designer rooms and an equicoach

once a Carmelite convent, this exquisite building near the historic centre is now a luxurious spa hotel with contemporary designer-styled rooms

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

just 150 yards from the beach, a Riviera boutique hotel with a difference, boasting a chic contemporary style and a pleasant shaded terrace

a beautiful Belle Époque hotel in the heart of Nice offers spacious, light-filled rooms in white and gold, and glamorous dining and facilities

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

in the heart of St Tropez, an 18th century house with a romantic history is now a charming small hotel; guests can be driven to the private beach

a beautiful 1930s hotel, visited by famous poets, artists and politicians, retains its charm and offers attentive service and private beach access

17th-century townhouses transformed into a fine hotel with smart rooms in shades of blue, a glass ceilinged restaurant and small rooftop pool

between picturesque Cassis and Les Calanques, with majestic views, a glamorous hotel - past guests include Edith Piaf and Winston Churchill

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

enjoy glamour and tradition at a 19th century château with a cool, chic décor and elegant restaurant; some rooms have a spa bath

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

on the edge of Aix-en-Provence with views of Mont Sainte-Victoire, an elegant 18th century hotel with an impressive array of leisure facilities

an iconic jet set destination since the 1930s, later visited by Brigitte Bardot, this ultra-chic hotel features designer rooms and a rooftop pool

a Provençale mansion hotel in a medieval village between Nice and Cannes offers elegant rooms and a much-praised buffet breakfast

it's a short stroll into the centre of Aix from this gorgeous Italianate mansion house with sumptuously ornate rooms and luxurious facilities

a magnificent château hotel, in parkland just outside Carcassonne, offers romantic rooms, top class facilities and a Michelin 1 star restaurant

a strikingly designed hotel, at the heart of a private coastal resort, has calming, sea view bedrooms, 2 restaurants and relaxing facilities

Art Deco and contemporary elegance blend together at this rejuvenated 1930s hotel; head to the rooftop pool and bar for scenic vistas

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

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

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

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

one of France's most ancient towns is the setting for this gorgeous period offering guests elegant, generously-equipped rooms and attentive service

a gorgeous 18th century château in Provençale countryside overlooking beautiful grounds, with stylish rooms, attentive staff and creative cuisine

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

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

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

a super-original hotel - find rooms in subtle colours, pink marble bathrooms, a rooftop pool with panoramic views and a Greek Taverna

an 18th century Provençal house, a short walk from the Cours Mirabeau, has classically designed rooms and suites, and relaxing facilities

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

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

set in a former silk spinning mill in the town centre, a hotel offering the comfort of bright, contemporary rooms and a heated swimming pool

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

choose a romantic room in the château, or contemporary style in the villa, at this beautiful hotel near Midi Beach, just outside Cannes centre

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

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 spacious Provençal house, retains lots of original character, and outbuildings set in a fragrant, Mediterranean garden near Tahiti Beach

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 Provençal countryside, a collection of restored buildings in a park with olive trees and lavender offers charming rooms and a breakfast feast

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

near St Tropez centre and the beach, a hotel in an elegant mansion and four Provençale farmhouses serves fine Italian cuisine in the 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

in the heart of a noted Languedoc vineyard near Pézenas, a former priory has been renovated to house super-smart rooms and a gourmet restaurant

for tradition, luxury and hospitality, choose this gorgeous, highly rated château hotel with beautiful grounds and pampering leisure facilities

this charming vine-clad shuttered hotel is set in a beautiful garden with a swimming pool, and enjoys views of Carcassonne's medieval city

set in beautiful Mediterranean countryside, a château hotel with luxurious facilities has gorgeous accommodation - one room is a converted chapel

an exceptional hotel, set in a Provençale house with a light-filled glass extension, has its own golf course and a Michelin-starred restaurant

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 luxurious wine-themed château hotel surrounded by vineyards, with beaches under three miles away, offers refined elegance and facilities

this gorgeous Luberon house with elegant rooms is set in beautiful grounds encompassing an on site farm, and offers two restaurants

on a magnificent Luberon estate surrounded by olive trees and lavender fields, stay in artistic, characterful houses and light-filled nature suites

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 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 unique pirate-themed hotel, with ornate, baroque rooms with lavish bathrooms, a dazzling choice of restaurants and a splendid waterpark

a beautiful old Provençale house surrounded by vineyards and gardens offers gorgeous baroque rooms and fine dining on the romantic terrace

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

a haven of calm just outside of St-Paul-de-Vence has light and elegant suites dotted around the domain, two pools and a fine dining restaurant

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

a stylish boutique hotel in a vineyard features a gastronomic restaurant with a terrace overlooking the vines, and uniquely decorated rooms

in the heart of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a stylish hotel in large gardens, with a former cinema created by film director Jean-Luc Godard on site

a Provençal style bastide, located 2.5km from the village centre, offers a quiet and relaxed setting, calming bedrooms a pleasant pool area