The Best South of France Boutique Hotels

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

in a magnificent 16th century building with arches and vaulted ceilings, a luxury hotel with tranquil gardens offers stylish rooms and a rooftop pool

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

Provençal bastide tastefully updated to offer luxurious comfort in the elegant and contemporary bedrooms, as well as relaxing facilities

a mile from the Roman aqueduct, an authentic Provencal house in an olive grove offers modern rooms and suites, some with a private terrace

in the romantic Provencal countryside at the foot of Mont Sainte Victoire, an elegant 13th century hotel with a spacious terrace and pool

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

a decorative château in a superb vineyard setting overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, highly rated for the luxurious rooms and facilities