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- Domaine du Fortin, Ménerbes
Located at the foot of the charming village of Ménerbes, the Domaine du Fortin is the passion project of Philippe Andrieux, antique dealer and decorator, and César Sanchez, who have succeeded in combining history, art and hospitality.
The domaine was painstakingly restored over several years, preserving original stone walls, beams and Provençal floors, while adding modern comforts: four elegant suites, a private villa (“Le Petit Fortin”), a 17-meter heated pool and gardens with lavender, olive trees and cypresses.The interiors combine 18th century antiques, Provençal fabrics and sun-drenched colors, creating an atmosphere that blends history and contemporaneity, and guests describe their stay as an immersion into another rhythm of life: leisurely breakfasts in the gardens, jasmine-scented aperitifs at sunset, and evenings under the stars where time seems to stand still. The attentive and discreet service guides you to wineries, markets and local artisans, always maintaining the feeling of being in a private home.
It is intimate and soulful luxury: the Provence of your dreams.
Address: 430 Route de Lumières, 84560 Ménerbes, France
Phone: +33 4 90 72 38 70
Web: Le Domaine du Fortin
- Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Vence
Formerly a fortress of the Knights Templar, Château Saint-Martin & Spa is today one of the jewels of the Oetker collection.
Overlooking the Côte d’Azur and framed by 14 hectares of olive groves and gardens, this château offers a sense of refined seclusion.
Suites and villas are decorated with classic French elegance, and many feature private loggias with panoramic views.The two-Michelin-starred restaurant Le Saint-Martin, helmed by Jean-Luc Lefrançois, celebrates Provençal flavors with French sophistication. La Prairie spa, nestled among the hills, elevates wellness to an art form.
This château embodies Provençal grandeur: history, elegance and a deep connection to the landscape.
Address: 2490 Avenue des Templiers, 06140 Vence, France
Phone: +33 4 93 58 02 02
Web: www.oetkercollection.com/hotels/chateau-saint-martin
3.Le Pigonnet, Aix-en-ProvenceIna setting of lush gardens on the outskirts of Aix-en-Provence, Le Pigonnet has been welcoming guests since 1924. With only 45 rooms and suites, it offers an intimate and elegant atmosphere, where Provençal charm meets understated sophistication.The interiors, with soft terracotta tones, antique furniture and shutters opening onto gardens filled with fountains and rose bushes, evoke the authentic art de vivre of Provence.The restaurant La Table du Pigonnet celebrates seasonal produce, with candlelit dinners or on terraces bathed by the sunset. A heated swimming pool, intimate spa and views of Mont Sainte-Victoire complete the experience.
Address: 5 Avenue Pigonnet, 13100 Aix-en-Provence, France
Phone: +33 4 42 26 26 03 03
Web: www.pigonnet.fr
4.Villa La Coste, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade
Part hotel, part art foundation, Villa La Coste is a tribute to design, architecture and nature. Set in a biodynamic vineyard, it combines contemporary lines with artistic installations by Tadao Ando, Louise Bourgeois and Richard Serra.The suites are minimalist, with private pools and terraces overlooking the vineyard landscape. The Michelin-starred gastronomy boldly reinvents local flavors.Between sculptural gardens, wine tastings and a spa focused on holistic wellness, Villa La Coste is a unique experience for lovers of art, architecture and haute cuisine.
Address: 2750 Route de la Cride, 13610 Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade, France
Phone: +33 4 42 50 50 00
Web: www.villalacoste.com
5.Domaine de Manville, Les Baux-de-Provence
A former agricultural farm transformed into a five-star luxury retreat, the Domaine de Manville combines rural authenticity and modern elegance.
Its 30 rooms and 9 villas feature stone walls, large windows and a warm, natural decor. The organic golf course blends harmoniously into the landscape, while the spa offers treatments with local oils and herbs. The restaurant delights with gourmet cuisine inspired by the Provençal land.
Here, tradition and modernity coexist in perfect harmony.
Address: 13520 Les Baux-de-Provence, France
Phone: +33 4 90 54 40 20
Web: www.domainedemanville.fr
6.La Bastide de Gordes, Gordes
In the heart of the iconic village of Gordes, this 16th century hotel reinterprets stately elegance with splendor.
Its vaulted ceilings, antique tapestries and terraces overlooking the Luberon valley evoke the charm of another era.The Sisley spa and Michelin-starred restaurant set the standard for luxury in Provence. Between strolls through the village and alfresco dining with panoramic views, La Bastide de Gordes offers a cinematic and majestic experience.
Address: Rue de la Combe, 84220 Gordes, France
Phone: +33 4 90 72 12 12
Web: www.labastidegordes.com
7.Crillon le Brave, Crillon-le-Brave
Made up of several 17th- and 18th-century houses connected by cobblestone streets, Crillon le Brave feels like a small Provençal village in itself.
Its rustic-chic interiors feature wooden beams, terracotta floors and natural linen.The cuisine celebrates the seasons and local produce, with ingredients sourced from local farmers and winemakers. The hillside swimming pool offers one of the most emblematic views of Provence, with Mont Ventoux as a backdrop.
Address: Place de l’Église, 84410 Crillon-le-Brave, France
Phone: +33 4 90 65 61 61
Web: www.crillonlebrave.com
8.La Mirande, Avignon
Just steps from the Palais des Papes, La Mirande occupies a 14th century cardinal’s palace restored with exquisite taste.
Its silk-covered walls, period furniture and crystal chandeliers create an atmosphere of aristocratic refinement.Its Michelin-starred restaurant offers seasonal menus, and cooking classes allow guests to immerse themselves in local gastronomy. With its interior garden and intimate lounges, La Mirande captures the cultural and timeless essence of Avignon.
Address: 4 Place de l’Amirande, 84000 Avignon, France
Phone: +33 4 90 14 20 20
Web: www.la-mirande.fr
9.Couvent des Minimes Hôtel & Spa L’Occitane, Mane
This former 17th century convent, reborn as a luxury hotel, unites history and well-being.
The rooms combine stone walls and Provençal fabrics with a contemporary style.The spa, in collaboration with L’Occitane, offers treatments based on local herbs and lavender, inspired by the surrounding landscape. The cuisine, focused on seasonal products, is enjoyed in vaulted dining rooms or open-air terraces.
A haven of peace, body and spirit.
Address: Chemin des Jeux de Maï, 04300 Mane, France
Phone: +33 4 92 74 77 77
Web: www.couventdesminimes-hotelspa.com
10.Baumanière Les Baux-de-Provence
Since the 1940s, Baumanière has been synonymous with Provençal luxury.
Nestled at the foot of the cliffs of Les Baux, its ensemble of white stone houses and terraced gardens exudes timeless charm. Baumanière‘s three Michelin-starred restaurant L’Oustau is a world-renowned culinary destination. The Sisley spa, nearby vineyards and natural beauty complete an unsurpassed experience.
Baumanière sigue siendo una referencia eterna del lujo en la Provenza.
Address: Val d’Enfer, 13520 Les Baux-de-Provence, France
Phone: +33 4 90 54 33 07
Web: www.baumaniere.com
Provence seduces with its light, its landscapes and its leisurely pace, and these ten hotels capture all that magic by wrapping it in genuine luxury.From private bastides and historic châteaux to contemporary art temples, each one opens a different door to the region’s timeless charm.Whether for art, gastronomy, history or pure tranquility, these hotels are the places where Provence becomes unforgettable.
