The Best South of France Boutique Hotels

this magnificent 19th century hotel has won accolades for its superb blend of heritage and elegant contemporary style, dining and service

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

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

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

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

in this palatial and historic hotel enjoy the supreme refinement of Belle-Époque rooms and high class gastronomy, service and amenities

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

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

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

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

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

a fine 18th century building inside the city walls now houses a much praised hotel, featuring sophisticated rooms and pampering facilities

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

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

in a magnificent restored 15th century villa with traditional Provençal décor, the setting is further enhanced by luxurious rooms and facilities

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

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

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

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

at this Belle Époque era hotel on the Promenade des Anglais, marvel at the grand interior, and enjoy elegant rooms and luxurious facilities

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

behind a Belle Epoque façade lies a most stylish hotel with elegant rooms and suites and a restaurant and bar on a panoramic roof terrace

the facilities, rooms and dining offer the epitome of luxury at this grand hotel set just back from the Old Port in a magnificent 18th century building

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

in the heart of the Luberon, a restored stone farmhouse offers gourmet regional dining and rooms in a pure contemporary style, with fine views

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

just outside Embrun, a splendid 18th century mansion with a luxury spa offers rooms blending character with impeccable contemporary style

on the edge of one of the Luberon's medieval villages, a stylish hotel in large gardens, with light, elegant rooms and a range of wellbeing facilities

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

at this fine historic building on a country estate, enjoy elegant, romantic rooms and Mediterranean cuisine from home grown produce

a luxurious option for a stay in Aix-en-Provence - a fine 17th century house offers beautiful rooms and suites; facilities include a pool and a hot tub

in beautiful wine-growing countryside, this elegant château has its own vintage, and offers refined rooms and pampering wellbeing facilities

in a peaceful Haute-Provençale village, an ancient water mill elegantly restored offers a sumptuous two-room suite with access to a spa bath

quietly situated with hillside views, a B&B in a beautiful garden with a pool offers renovated rooms and apartments, plus wellbeing facilities