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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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