Fodor's Expert Review Villa Reine-Hortense
19 rue de la Malouine, Dinard, Brittany, 35800, France
All the Napoléon III glamour of 19th-century-resort France is yours when you stay at this folie—a villa built by the Russian Prince Vlassov in homage to his "queen," Hortense de Beauharnais (daughter of Napoléon's beloved Joséphine and mother to Emperor Napoléon III). A magical grand salon topped with a trompe-l'oeil treillage, guest rooms with soaring, fairy-tale beds crowned with Empire-style canopies, and glamorous beach views are just some of the delights on tap here. The lucky guest who lands Room 4 will even get to bathe in Queen Hortense's own silver-plated bathtub.
PROS
- high-style paradise
- intimate atmosphere
- quirky decor
CONS
- design a little over-the-top
- a bit of a walk to the beach
- no elevator
QUICK FACTS
HOTEL INFO
Phones:
02–99–46–54–31
Website: www.villa-reine-hortense.com
HOTEL DETAILS
8 rooms
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–early Apr., No Meals
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–early Apr., No Meals
