The Best South West France Hotels

a beautiful 19th century hotel with opulent rooms - some with a private terrace or Jacuzzi, and a gastronomic restaurant serving regional dishes

high review scores for this magnificent château complex surrounded by nature, with dramatic beamed interiors and exceptional facilities

on the beach at Biarritz, a magnificent hotel in a former palace offers a choice of pools and pampering facilities, and gourmet Basque cuisine

magnificence in a serene setting in a Sauternes grand cru vineyard - enjoy fine wines and cuisine in the Michelin-starred restaurant

an outstanding hotel in an historic former distillery with a dramatic glass extension to the rear, offers luxury facilities and award-winning dining

with extensive grounds and a pool, this charming château near Perigueux offers a tranquil and atmospheric Dordogne exploring base

an architect-designed spa hotel in the grounds of a château vineyard pays homage to wine and gastronomy and offers relaxing facilities

set in the Médoc wine country, an exquisite château offers history and culture, with wine tasting, sophisticated rooms and gourmet dining

a breathtaking 13th century castle overlooking vineyards and the River Lot offers opulent rooms, a pool in a parkland setting and a tennis court

surrounded by views of the hills of the Basque country, this charming hotel offers rooms in the 17th century manor house or traditional villas

this upmarket hotel near Bordeaux Airport offers contemporary rooms, an elegant lobby and a range of leisure facilities; children stay and eat free

enjoy a range of modern designer rooms, thoughtfully equipped, and a buffet breakfast included in the price, at this hotel on the edge of Bordeaux

there are charmingly rustic beamed rooms with stone features at this 16h century hotel between the River Dronne and the Château de Bourdeilles

in the centre of Albi, a short walk from the cathedral, a stylish hotel in a period building restored to offer high quality rooms in Art Déco style

in a peaceful location a short walk from Biarritz centre, restaurants and beach, a charming 19th century hotel with attractive wood-floored rooms

behind an elegant façade, this central hotel offers a luxury refuge from the city, in stylish rooms in discreet colours, some with free-standing baths

a concierge service and exclusive pâtisseries are some of the pleasures at this refined hotel with individually-designed suites with kitchenettes

an exclusive hotel with an exquisite décor, combining period features with modern designer furniture, and top class facilities in the rooms

a charming Basque country house in an idyllic setting offers warmly inviting rooms and fine local cuisine on a shaded riverside terrace

in this handsome 17th century hotel in the historic quarter of Castres near the cathedral, the spacious rooms are praised for their eclectic chic style