Our top choice of the best five star luxury hotels and villas in France
Prepare for an unparalleled luxury in France! Enjoy the elegant and tasteful decor of the buildings, rooms and suites, experience amazing gourmet cuisine and impeccable service in a sophisticated and exclusive setting. Take a look at our selection of luxury hotels in France. Immerse yourself in the passionate world of French culture, savor the renowned delicacies, and marvel at captivating architecture spanning from historical gems to contemporary marvels. The essence of French culture, its culinary wonders, and vibrant festivals eagerly await your exploration. As your guide to authentic and extraordinary accommodations, we mainly showcase small luxury hotels in France. However, we also feature exceptional luxury resorts if they truly stand out with their unique authenticity. We have discovered elegant luxury hotels in historic city centres, wonderful 5-star hotels near the sea or on sandy beaches, as well as luxurious hotels in the mountains and in the countryside, where your every wish will be read from your lips. For those on the lookout for a more independent and autonomous stay, we present you our collection of stylish self-catering apartments and luxury villas in France in the unique French landscapes.
Our most recent list of charming small hotels, romantic bed & breakfasts and beautiful holiday homes in France:
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Toile Blanche
Bed and BreakfastFew hotels in Saint-Paul-de-Vence (or simply St. Paul for those who visit often!) can get as close to Toile Blanche for blending style with comfort, relaxation with a modern refined touch. Not really a hotel and certainly not a guesthouse, th...- Countryside
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- 6 rooms
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- from 199 EUR
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Chateau de la Resle
Luxury HotelIf you want to mix 17th century grandeur, 21st century facilities and good old fashioned home from home hospitality, then the Chateau de la Resle should be on your list of places to visit. Johan and Pieter have transformed this old and beauti...- Countryside
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- 6 rooms
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- from 275 EUR
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La Divine Comédie
Hotel & Self-CateringLa Divine Comédie is a mansion in the historic medieval centre of Avignon, an elegant and refined little oasis where you feel directly how much commitment the owners put into the accommodation and the way they treat their guests. Amaury and Gil...- City
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- 6 rooms
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- from 345 EUR
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Les Rosées
Boutique HotelPeaceful and stylish retreat near Cannes. The Les Rosees may not be the easiest place to find, but boy is it worth it when you get there. As you drive up the pebble-strewn path, past a kaleidoscope of exotic flowers, the sense of anticipation...- Countryside
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- 5 rooms
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- from 195 EUR
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Baumanière Les-Baux-Provence
Boutique HotelA distinguished, well-travelled, poetic gentleman of a hotel. Wonderful, wonderful food blended with the sensual luxury of a restored 16th Century Provencial farmhouse, lavender, rose gardens and olive groves, hotel L'Oustau de Baumanière just...- Countryside
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- 56 rooms
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- from 300 EUR
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Le Mas de Chastelas
Boutique HotelLe Mas de Chastelas is a legendary hotel, opened in 1967 in St Tropez. It is one of the oldest hotels in the area and so has had plenty of time to perfect their building, decoration, and impeccable hospitality. Throughout the years, it has hosted...- Countryside
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- 23 rooms
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- from 440 EUR
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Chalet Ambre
Holiday home villa- France
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- Rhône-Alpes
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- Tignes
The Chalet Ambre is a secret place of luxury, settled within the beautiful ski area of Tignes Le Lac. Offering a unique experience of luxury comfort, combined with modern and stylish interior design, this place offers accommodation for up to 11 gu...- Mountain
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- 11 people
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- from 2000 EUR
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Chateau des Briottieres
Castle hotelChâteau des Briottières is a magnificent 18th-century castle in Val de la Loire, owned and lived by the same family for seven generations. It now offers some of its splendid rooms as a luxury hotel, to the delight of visitors to the area. Ins...- Countryside
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- 15 rooms
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- from 220 EUR
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Chateau La Bourlie
Castle hotelThis secret place - The Chateau La Bourlie - is a historic chateau settled on over 1400 acres of pure nature and combines in an unique way the unspoiled nature, absorbing art and passion for food and travel. La Bourlie is not a hotel but a luxurio...- Countryside
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- 4 properties
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- from 270 EUR
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Domaine de Biar
Boutique HotelLocated on the boarder to Montpellier, there is this little gem. It is equipped with different double rooms, a suite, a fully furnished apartment, reception halls and conference rooms with great views over the park and the English garden.The wild...- Countryside
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- 12 rooms
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- from 199.00 EUR
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Domaine de Verchant
Hotel & Self-CateringThe Domaine de Verchant's origins date back to the 16th century – when given by the Bishop of Montpellier to the Verchant family, hence its name – so bear this in mind: every nook and corner of the state can tell you a rich and vivid story if you...- Countryside
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- 26 rooms
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- from 301 EUR
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Domaine des Andéols
Hotel & Self-CateringStylish and chic hideaway in Provence. Provence – rustic, typical, serene and beautiful; well, you can cut out the first two when referring to the Domaine des Andéols for a start. It is anything but rustic or typical and the operative words h...- Countryside
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- 19 rooms
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- from 287 EUR
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Domaine Saint Hilaire
Holiday home villaDreamy and rural – that is how the Domaine Saint Hilaire looks on the first sight. The award winning wine domaine, between Beziers and Sète is surrounded by 70 acres of vineyards and exists since the 1800s. However completely renovated the buildin...- Wine Country
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- 14 people
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- from 428 EUR
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Grand Hôtel de Cala Rossa & Spa
Luxury Hotel- France
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- Corsica
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- Cala Rossa
Leaving Cala Rossa is the hardest thing. Nestled in a secluded cove along the Gulf of Porto Vecchio, the Grand Hotel de Cala Rossa was only a normal family house for four decades.After undergoing major renovations, the hotel is now a truly unique...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 41 rooms
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- from 374 EUR
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Hameau des Baux
Luxury HotelProvence’s allure — cypresses, pastis, shimmering Mediterranean sun, rustic country cuisine — hardly needs introduction. Nevertheless, you could do worse by way of a primer than Hameau des Baux, a verdant masterclass in southern France’s bounty...- Countryside
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- 21 rooms
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- from 220 EUR
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Hotel Bourg Tibourg
Boutique HotelHotel Bourg Tibourg is a hidden gem in the central Marais quarter, offering intimate luxury with a touch of sensuality. Exquisite fabrics, cozy spaces, and exotic scents create a fascinating atmosphere, making it a unique place for travellers seeking a meaningful stay.- City
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- 30 rooms
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- from 300 EUR
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Hôtel Le Yaca
Luxury HotelLe Yaca is a 5 star hotel set in some exquisite 18th century buildings. There is a selection of 34 individual rooms on offer, each one unique and carefully decorated. The spacious white rooms with large windows let in plenty of natural light....- City
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- 40 rooms
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- from 707 EUR
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Hotel Particulier
Luxury HotelHotel Particulier Arles The Hotel Particulier is a charming mansion located in the heart of one of Arles' oldest quarters. This one was the first private Grand Mansion in Arles, built by an eminent family in the 18th century. Here, you will...- City
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- 16 rooms
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- from 395 EUR
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Hotel Recamier
Luxury HotelHotel Recamier, nestled near Saint Germain du Prés in Paris, is a discreet beauty. 24 unique rooms show tasteful 20th-century decor, and each floor displays a distinct colour theme and touch of Madame Recamier. With a homey ambiance, Place Saint Sulpice location, and Eiffel Tower backdrop, it's a luxurious retreat, a perfect fit for the capital of luxury.- City
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- 24 rooms
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- from 264.00 EUR
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Hôtel U Capu Biancu
Hotel & Self-CateringAt the southern tip of Corsica, between Porto-Vecchio and Bonifacio, you will find the Hotel U Capu Biancu, a perfect mixture of authentic Corsican simplicity with a touch of refinement which makes it really enjoyable. The location, perfectly nest...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 40 rooms
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- from 350 EUR
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Jardins Secrets
Boutique Hotel- France
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- Languedoc-Roussillon
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- Gard
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- Nîmes
Some events stay fixed in the mind long after you've experienced them and for us, a visit to the charming guesthouse, Jardins Secrets in Nîmes was a little like that. Four wonderful suites (a few more are on the way) laden with paintings, flowe...- City
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- 14 rooms
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- from 350 EUR
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La Bastide de Marie
Spa HotelClassy boutique hotel and spa hotel in Provence. La Bastide de Marie is not easy to find but incredibly hard to leave. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that over the years this 18th century stone house has won numerous accolades, including...- Countryside
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- 14 rooms
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- from 276 EUR
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La Maison Favart
Luxury HotelStep into history at Maison Favart, a luxury hotel named after the founders of Paris's Comic Opera. Situated by the opera house, this luxurious gem transports you to the 18th century with style. Take in the authentic Parisian elegance, close to iconic landmarks like Place Vendôme. Enjoy the finest bistros and restaurants, completing your Parisian experience in style.- City
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- 37 rooms
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- from 269.00 EUR
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La Villa Guy & Spa
Bed and BreakfastThis luxurious villa is located in the French town of Béziers and was built in 1870 according to the plans of the architect Léopold Carlier. In 1916, the Guy brothers, two important wine growers, acquired the luxurious villa, also known as the...- City
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- 5 rooms
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- from 231 EUR
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La Villa Mauresque
Luxury HotelLuxury Riviera Retreat. So you think the French Riviera is perhaps too crowded, has lost its mystique or authenticity? Think again. Even here, after years of development, you can find little secret gems and the Villa Mauresque is a case in po...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 11 rooms
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- from 235 EUR
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Le Mas de Peint
Luxury HotelIn the heart of the Camargue with its wild horses, dark black bulls and fields of rice yet just 20 minutes from the beautiful town of Arles, Hotel Le Mas De Peint is the unique and beautiful creation of architect Lucille Bon and cattle rancher...- Countryside
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- 15 rooms
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- from 290 EUR
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Les Sources De Caudalie
Manor HouseA magical chic hotel located on a lake near the vineyards of Château Smith Haut Lafitte (one of the greatest wines in France). Les Sources de Caudalie is a charming secret place ideal for a tranquil getaway near Bordeaux. Set in a contem...- Countryside
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- 62 rooms
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- from 272 EUR
Our short listed lodgings
The following are lodgings that we have on our watch list and have not yet been tested.
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Chateau Talaud
Hotel & Self-CateringSurrounded by vineyards and green countryside the setting of Chateau Talaud is just lovely. And don’t just take our word for it, there’s a long list of guests who have stayed there. They usual describe the place with superlatives. “I felt just...- Countryside
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- 8 rooms
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- from 290 EUR