The French Hotels To Book This Spring

Experience Parisian elegance at Hôtel Balzac, a hidden gem just steps from the Champs-Élysées. Festen Architecture's renovation has created an intimate and romantic setting where you can craft your own unforgettable story.

In the heart of the Camargue Regional Nature Park, Les Bains Gardians is set in a 4-hectare estate, between the characteristic landscapes of this wild region and the infinite blue of the Mediterranean Sea just a few hundred meters away.

La Ponche is a new boutique hotel with a restaurant and cool-designed rooms right in the heart of the old port of Saint-Tropez. A small Piaggio takes you one minute away to the cove that the hotel overlooks. At the piano bar, where Boris Vian's trumpet and Bardot's laughter resounded, people dance to the rhythm of French songs.

Le Grand Mazarin is the latest outpost from the Maisons Pariente group and opened its Martin Brudnizki-designed doors last September in the Marais with all sorts of bells and whistles including a winter garden, an indoor swimming pool, and a secret cabaret bar.

Château Voltaire is a very personal project. Thierry Gillier wanted to give back to Paris a little of what this city had given him by creating a place that brings together and celebrates everything that makes the capital so magical and its power of attraction unique in the world: historical depth, meaningful beauty, hospitality and celebration, good taste, ideas, culture, elegance, refinement and the art de vivre.

Lily of the Valley is a 5-star luxury hotel that's open all year round and dedicated to wellness, weight loss, and sport. Just a few minutes drive away from the famous Saint-Tropez, it's surrounded by the untouched landscape of the Cap Lardier estate. This protected area is one of the green lungs of the French Riviera and overlooks the Plage de Gigaro – a wild, fine sandy beach, which stretches over three miles.

Sheltered from the hustle and bustle, shaded by pine trees, and overlooking the sea, Villa Marie enjoys a unique location, just 3 kilometers from Saint Tropez and 4 kilometers from the stunning beaches of Pampelonne.

Hotel Particulier Montmartre is the most private and smallest of all Parisian hotels. This haven of greenery that used to belong to the Hermes family and became a Private House allows you to discover the largest hotel garden in the capital, part of the last vestiges of the scrubland of Montmartre. Whether for a drink, for dinner, or a night, the Hôtel Particulier awaits you in what many people rightly call “a countryside in the heart of Paris”.

In the heart of the Luberon and 45 minutes from Avignon, the village of Ménerbes is perched on the rocky overhangs dominating the Cavalon planes. It is at the top of this beautiful artists’ village that the elegant 18th century edifice known as Hôtel de Tingry stands. In this enchanting setting, propitious to getaway and rest, residents will be captivated by the superb architecture and the breathtaking view. They will also have access to all temporary art shows as it is also an art gallery that welcomes artists occasionally.

Situated in the hills of the Riviera is Toile Blanche, a contemporary guest house filled with art, and 16 suites, some of which have their own plunge pool. Toile Blanche means much more than just a holiday destination. It is a place that brings people and art together in a familiar atmosphere, creating a very personal and inspiring environment. Every detail has been carefully thought out, to provide an exceptional experience for guests. From the timeless architecture, designed by the Leroy Brothers, to the many facilities and the attentive service of the staff.

Pavillon de la Reine is a timeless hotel, a haven of peace in the heart of the Marais, surrounded by shady gardens. Behind an elegant façade, an original universe imagined by the interior designer Didier Benderli (Kérylos Intérieurs) is revealed.

Hôtel Crillon le Brave is a discreet five-star hotel with a breathtaking view perched on the foothills of Mont Ventoux, looking out over the Dentelles de Montmirail in the heart of the medieval village of Crillon le Brave. Composed of nine centuries-old houses, it blends perfectly into the village of Crillon le Brave and offers a seamlessly authentic setting. This hotel in the Vaucluse immediately gives you the feeling of going back in time!

Château du Grand-Lucé is a French national treasure, located in the Loire Valley, a 55-minute train ride from Paris. This exclusive private enclave of royal proportions was built by a nobleman and has hosted the most discerning travelers for centuries. Built in 1760 and named for the idyllic village in which it is located, this neoclassical French icon has been exquisitely restored. With a vigilant attention to detail, its unapologetically opulent chic interiors are a stunning tribute to its noble provenance and are a gallant steward of its rich history.

Between le Marais and Montorgueil, the hotel offers the experience of a timeless art of living. An inspiring and unique addition to the busting neighborhood in which it sits, the Hotel National des Arts et Métiers is a feat of modern architecture and innovative design hidden behind a classic Haussmannian facade. The 66-room establishment, restaurant, and bar have been realized using the noblest materials crafted by artisans in the tradition of French savoir-faire.

This 17th-century townhouse with remarkable architecture is located in a historic town with a global village feel, offering a cultural environment in a natural setting made even more beautiful by the river. Now a quaint boutique hotel, you can expect impeccable service, spacious and comfortable suites, a secret garden with a pool, and an art gallery where artists and designers are showcased alongside items from travels around the world.

In the heart of ancient Nîmes hides a magical boutique hotel. A secluded place, where Mediterranean gardens perfume the air (bougainvillea, palms, orange trees), and water gently flows through the marble of an antique fountain. A place like Jardins Secrets makes it hard to believe you are nestled within the heart of a city. Among its highlights, the hotel boasts its “Source des Secrets”, a celebrated Roman-style spa, offering ayurvedic and natural treatments among an array of others.