679 Best Hotels in France

A 30-minute drive east of Laon brings you to this upcycled 18th-century hunting lodge, now a boutique hotel that fuses contemporary elegance with period architecture and quirky artwork. Foodies will enjoy the creative dishes served in the Les Epicuriens restaurant (closed Monday and Tuesday), which has lovely views of the gardens. The hotel facilities include a lounge bar, indoor pool, sauna, gym, tennis courts, and bicycles (a supplement is charged for the use of electric bikes).

Though this cluster of private stone cottages has had a modernizing face-lift, the antique tiles and faux patinas keep things looking fashionably rustic, and the panoramic views are classics. Amenities include a heated pool, a billiards room, and babysitting services by arrangement. What's more, the atmosphere is surprisingly welcoming and familial for such a sophisticated inn.

This was reportedly one of Audrey Hepburn's favorites, and you can immediately see why: the neo-Gothic château, sitting atop a vast, sloping lawn, features a pair of fairy-tale towers, Louis Seize public salons, and soigné guest rooms—some in the turrets, others in the smartly converted stables and servants' quarters. Most beds are so comfy that it would be hard to rise in the morning if it weren't for the beckoning vistas, which include a lovely pool tucked onto a grassy terrace. The stylish rotunda restaurant looks out over the lawn and offers such gourmet delicacies as medallions of line-caught sea bass with leeks in aspic and gribiche sauce.

After dinner in the Michelin-starred restaurant, head to one of the domaine’s four spacious guest rooms, one with a giant terrace and eye-popping views of Bergerac. For something more rustic, three raised wooden cabins opposite the restaurant offer soaring ceilings and endless views of the vineyards and countryside from large private terraces with your very own Jacuzzis.

This sprawling country estate has become one of Brittany’s—and France’s—most exceptional resort hotels. Guests feel a world away on acres of secluded grounds at the shores of the Blavet River, where manicured French gardens, a tennis court, and a spacious outdoor pool border lush old-growth forests. Sumptuous decors in the 19th-century château and 17th-century manor marry the richness of noble materials and fabrics, original artwork, and curated antiques with state-of-the-art lighting and amenities. Rooms in the former stables, adjacent to the spa, sport vintage Hermès scarves, leather, and lustrous wood recalling the estate’s equestrian past (there’s also a private villa for families and a suite on Le Caprice, a sleek 1930s sailboat). The full-service Sothy’s spa offers an indoor pool, hammam, and sauna, and the estate’s two restaurants draw foodies from afar. Chef Yann Maget, who oversees the bistro and the gorgeous L’Inattendu gastronomic restaurant, won a Michelin star in 2025, less than six months after opening. 

At the tip of the magical Pen Lan Peninsula, this luxurious collection of 15th- and 16th-century Breton stone buildings resembles a tiny village—albeit one surrounded by terraced gardens that promise grand vistas of the Baie de Vilaine (Vilaine Bay). Once you step through the 13th-century \"Portail de la Verité\" entryway, the public areas entice with Baroque ex-votos, Louis Treize chairs, rock-face fireplaces, and plate-glass windows; guest rooms sparkle with checked fabrics, veneered woods, and modern furnishings. Chef Maxime Nouail rules the restaurant, which has a straightforward, classical menu. For a different type of indulgence, head to the spectacular Aqua Phénicia, which has a full spectrum of seawater hydrotherapy facilities and a gigantic indoor pool.

It took four years for the two delightful owners, one a fifth-generation antiques dealer, to transform this 18th-century bastide amid farmland and vineyards into a guesthouse of rare elegance and taste. Whichever of the spacious suites you choose, you’ll be treated to museum-worthy antiques and artworks, luxury linens, comfortable contemporary furniture, and all the considerate touches that make you feel at home (the home of your dreams, that is). The private guesthouse next to the bastide is a masterpiece of contemporary design, mixing modern and classical artworks and antiques in the beautiful sleeping and sitting areas. The estate lies on three private acres of manicured gardens, orchards, and olive groves, with a pool and plenty of lovely spots to relax under the shade of ancient trees and take in breathtaking views of Ménerbes.

This hotel and wine estate in the heart of nature is billed as an “experimental” space, with everything from the joyful, primary-color decor schemes to the configuration and contemporary design of each room to the unconventional touches (skylights, raised sinks, platform beds) expressing uniqueness. Common areas invite conviviality, and a large pool, gardens, and outdoor terraces invite you to relax and enjoy the view. For a more private stay, book one of the three cozy wooden cabins with terraces or the two fully equipped houses, each with three bedrooms, their own grounds, and stellar views.

Ideally located halfway up the Étretat cliffs, this smart, modernish hotel is perched amid acres of manicured cliff-side parkland. The guest rooms are simple and comfortable (many have parquet flooring), but the real beauty is right outside your bedroom window, thanks to views of la mer so wonderful they would have Debussy humming in no time. The gorgeous gastronomic restaurant specializes in fresh fish, ranging from simple delights such as the sole stew to a Champagne-led €295 \"seafood experience\" with lobster, langoustines, oysters, and more. Request a table near the window to enjoy panoramic coastal vistas.

Named for the faithful general in Napoléon's army, this 19th-century hotel is located on the town's quietest square. There's a cozy lounge where breakfast is served by the fireplace. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, and snowy duvets give the rooms are tasteful feel. Mountain views and balconies are available in Rooms 208 and 209.

This small budget boutique hotel minutes from the Eiffel Tower mixes contemporary amenities and furnishings with Art Nouveau flourishes. There are homey touches in the lounge-bar and breakfast room, where a hearty spread of fresh juices, croissants, brioches, cheeses, yogurts, and fruit is served daily. Despite its location, the hotel has rates that are as appealing as its sleek look (black-and-white stripes feature heavily) and luxury linens. Traveling en famille? Family rooms join two standards to accommodate four to five people.

Make sure your room overlooks the Dordogne—the expansive view is what really makes this hotel special. Rooms are small and traditional, and the location on the edge of a pretty square is perfect. Worthy chef Pascal Bouland creates such specialties as foie de canard in pot-au-feu, and all kinds of truffle-filled dishes. The restaurant does not serve dinner or lunch on Monday or Tuesday and summer hours vary, so be sure to call in advance.

Despite its unremarkable, dark facade, this small, family-owned hotel is an oasis of peace and friendly service when you leave the busy street and pass through the front door. It offers a variety of spacious rooms, suites, and apartments, and it specializes in romantic three- and five-day stays with airport transfers and other perks for travelers who want their Paris experience to be smooth and easy.

In the medieval part of town, this turreted 16th-century former bishop's palace has rooms with rustic charm—delicate fabrics, exposed beams, and wooden bedsteads. The surroundings and the warm welcome have garnered a loyal following among travelers who prefer character over modern luxury.

This urban and friendly hotel combining straightforward comforts and a location on the waterfront in the center of town attracts a returning clientele. Guest rooms are done in trendy earth tones and deep mauves; be sure to request a room with a view of the sea.

Six fully equipped luxury houses provide serenity and privacy in the middle of some of Chapoutier's most prestigious vineyards. All come with full self-catering kitchens (and a fully stocked wine rack), a pool, gardens, terraces, and views for miles. Up a winding dirt road, Les Granits, the loveliest of them all, is an old wine-grower's farmhouse that sleeps eight in a totally secluded setting with a pool.

This contemporary hotel is set a few minutes from the train station, across from the Chapoutier boutique and tasting rooms and within easy walking distance of Cité du Chocolat Valrhona. The hotel offers spacious rooms and suites, a spa and swimming pool, and Marius Bistro on the premises. In the heart of Tain, it's within walking distance of everything. 

The story goes that this 19th-century manor house was the birthplace of Impressionism and that its park inspired Monet and Sisley—neither of whom would have dismissed the welcoming mix of elegance and down-home Norman delights inside, where rich fabrics, grand paintings, and Louis XVI chairs are married with rustic antiques, ancient beams, and half-timber walls; the result casts a deliciously cozy spell. Guest rooms are opulent, with pastel colors, floral wallpaper, antiques, period accents, and all the modern conveniences. Those in the thatch-roof converted stables are quieter but have less character. Be aware, however, that the high prices have more to do with the hotel's reputation than with the amenities it offers. Under chef Matthieu Pouleur, the sophisticated restaurant, Les Impressionistes, selects the noblest regional products from land and sea; the Normandy-specific cheese board does justice to the region, as does the eight-course gastronomic menu. A second restaurant focusing on seafood, La Boucane, is located in a thatch-roof building painted by Claude Monet in 1867.

A giant furry toy dog mascot greets you in the very chic lobby of this hotel where rooms are unfussily stylish, with perks that include coffeemakers and a supply of designer coffees, fluffy bathrobes, and universal USB port chargers with both U.S. and U.K. sockets. To reduce the hotel's carbon footprint, there are shared kitchenettes on each floor in place of in-room minibars, with fridges stocked with complimentary soft drinks. Staff are young, hip, and friendly and the restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner as well as breakfast, has a short but imaginative menu.

Small is beautiful at this design hotel on a quiet street near the Rue Mouffetard market and the Latin Quarter. Boudoir-like rooms include fairy lights above the beds, fluffy duvets, original Chinese-lacquer artworks, and 400 satellite channels on the flat-screen TVs. All rooms have free Wi-Fi access and L'Occitane toiletries in the bathrooms. The unorthodox retreat was designed to stimulate the five senses, hence the hotel's name.

Housed in the town's old post office, steps from the Palais des Festivals, Five Seas has plentiful amenities—a rooftop pool, personal shoppers, jogging routes, yacht charters, and dog sitters are all at hand—and a stylish interior that evokes voyages to the Far East. Decent-size rooms dressed in red fabrics blend with exquisite dark-wood furniture against all-white linens and bathroom fixtures. The view of Le Suquet from the Restaurant Panoramique by Le Roof may be dazzling, but it's nothing compared to the food, including the continental breakfast (€25).

Set within the medieval splendor of Fontevraud, this series of outbuildings was once the abbey's lepers' hospice, but you'd never know it—a gorgeous, understated redesign has made it one of the more unusual hotels in the Loire Valley. In a muscular Romanesque side wing, the erstwhile monks' and nuns' cells have been transformed into small but alluring guest rooms, where minimalist chic rules the day and soft grays and whites complement the fine wood accents (the linens and mattresses are even custom-made). The more expensive rooms have baths rather than showers, and some have breathtaking vaulted ceilings. The entrance opens into the vast salle capitulaire (conference room), and the cloisters now house a gastronomic restaurant (reservations essential), where Bocuse d'Or winner and Michelin-starred chef Thibaut Ruggeri prepares such delicacies as venison dressed with root vegetables and turbot glazed with abbey-made honey. Staying here lets you explore the abbey grounds when its gates are closed to the public, which is itself an exceptional experience.

One of the village’s more contemporary chalet hotels, the Four Seasons comes with modern interiors that inspire luxurious cocooning with every deluxe touch. In winter, you’re welcomed by a roaring fire and comfortable nooks for après ski among a beautiful art and rare-glass collection. Well-appointed rooms are bright and modern, with state-of-the-art fixtures, plenty of daylight, and spacious baths. With only 12 rooms, there’s an exclusive feel here, and while each one is beautiful, the higher priced suites are the standouts. The hotel spa is also exceptional with a heated pool, fitness room, and customized treatments. The yoga dome on the lovely grounds is great for a getaway focused on wellness. For a more traditional alpine stay, the Four Seasons sister lodging, Les Chalets du Mont d’Arbois, sports antiques, cozy interiors, wooded grounds, and access to the main hotel spa. Set at the edge of town, a shuttle service is provided for anywhere you need to go.

It's impossible to find better lodging for €90 a night in Paris, especially a place this close to edgy Belleville and Canal St-Martin, with panoramic views of the city and Sacré-Coeur Basilica to boot; this hostel-hotel offers some good amenities, too. The Generator chain’s winning formula as a clean, comfortable, fun, convenient, quiet, and secure base has made hard-core fans in Europe’s top destinations. For those who desire privacy, the hostel offers a number of streamlined private rooms starting at around €90, some with their very own terrace.

Chopin spent the night and George Sand kept a suite in this historic hotel overlooking the Vieux Port. Public rooms still have real antiques, burnished woodwork, Provençal style, and plush carpets, all comprising a convincing part of this intimate urban hotel's genuine old-world charm. Guest rooms are in the same style but have been updated to include all the modern comforts. Harbor-view rooms, with balconies high over the fish market, more than justify the splurge.

Centrally located on the main pedestrian street, this hotel was originally a private 19th-century mansion, and the lobby still exudes old-world charm with worn leather couches, low-level lighting, and a grand staircase. In contrast, the guest rooms, individually decorated in either classic or contemporary styles, have flat-screen TVs and modern bathrooms. A buffet breakfast is served (at extra cost) in the restaurant, which doubles as a bar in the evenings.

Although it's in a slightly sketchy neighborhood, this picturesque former stagecoach relay station—built in 1867—still retains a certain 19th-century charm and is home to a good restaurant. Four floors of wooden balustrades overhung with plants look down over a central patio. Guest rooms are basic and small but recently renovated.

Little wonder the likes of Deneuve, Pavarotti, and Aznavour favored this downtown doyen: its keynote grandeur is obvious the moment you step into the lobby, complete with soaring columns, Second Empire bergères, and sofas of blue tasseled velvet. Happily, this former 17th-century convent has an old-world feel but comes with 21st-century amenities. Guest rooms—the best of which overlook the grand square outside—are plush, with rich fabrics, painted headboards, and the most chaleureuse (cozy and warm) colors. Even though you're on busy Place du Capitole, this hotel is a tranquil oasis.

Set on sandy Les Sablettes Beach, part of the Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer Peninsula across the harbor from Toulon, this fully restored, Belle Époque–era hotel has bright, casually elegant rooms with a few classic nautical touches and lots of modern amenities. The ocean view from some rooms is spectacular, and nine suites have terraces with a private whirlpool. You can swim in the sea out front or in the hotel pool—perhaps before or after a treatment in the lovely Nuxe spa. The ferry to Toulon is a 10-minute walk away.