Fodor's Expert Review Hôtel Le Cep

This stylish ensemble of buildings spanning the 14th to 16th centuries oozes history from every arcade of its Renaissance courtyard, and, even better, all guest rooms—named for different Burgundy wines—have been luxuriously modernized and decorated with individual panache; some have wood beams, others canopied or four-poster beds. Those on the top story offer views over Beaune's famed multicolor tile roofs. Breakfast (additional charge) is served in a vaulted cellar; there's no hotel restaurant as such, but the excellent Loiseau des Vignes is right next door. The sleek spa offers the latest in relaxation and well-being experiences including a dry hydro-massage bed, aquabiking, and a state-of-the-art full-body cryotherapy device; the giant barrel outside serves as a sauna.