| The South of France boasts a variety fabulous | | | | Technically not a luxury hotel but a private villa in the |
| accommodation. Luxury hotels in France generally | | | | south of France, the Villa Marie in Saint Tropez really |
| manage to be the perfect blend of style, comfort | | | | is something out of the ordinary. Located in the |
| and service and, as a rule the 4 Star Luxe rating | | | | hillside village of Ramatuelle, you get wonderful views |
| (there is no 5 star rating in France) guarantees the | | | | of the Bay of Pampelonne and are in close proximity |
| best of conditions. However, if you travel to the | | | | to the colourful village of Saint Tropez with its |
| South of France and fancy a change, there are some | | | | famous bars, brasseries, shops and market. The |
| independent luxury hotels which deserve special | | | | owners of this South of France villa have |
| mention...Thee hidden gems. | | | | personalised all 38 bedrooms, the restaurant, gardens |
| Here are the top 5 hidden gems in the South of the | | | | and spa...It's an adult fairyland. If you're looking for |
| country. Each one of these boutique hotels in France | | | | the high-life with a charming twist, look no further. |
| offer superb service and an unforgettable stay in one | | | | 2. Hotel Le Mas de Peint, Le Sambuc, Camargue |
| of the most beautiful regions of Europe. | | | | It doesn't get much more idyllic than this luxury hotel |
| 5. Domain des Grages du Bosquet, Provence | | | | in France. In the very heart of Camargue, the Hotel |
| Tucked away at the end of a secluded lane, this | | | | Le Mas de Peint offers a very warm welcome and is |
| beautiful stone-built hamlet has been converted into a | | | | ideal for exploring the calm, beautiful and unique |
| peaceful guesthouse. It's made up of several | | | | surroundings of the Camargue. Surrounded by olive |
| independent buildings, mostly three bedroom | | | | groves and vineyards, you'll spend hours taking in the |
| accommodations. The surroundings feature olive | | | | sights - whether on foot, bicycle or stunning horses. |
| trees, lavender, pines and acacias. If your idea of bliss | | | | This boutique hotel in the South of France is cosy |
| is warm sunshine, relaxing by the pool and being | | | | and welcoming with the owners treating each guest |
| surrounded typical Provence flora, then this is the | | | | as an old friend and the food is traditional Provencal. |
| South of France luxury hotel for you. | | | | Superb. |
| 4. Jardin Secrets, Nimes | | | | 1. Hotel La Bastide de Marie, Menerbes |
| The first thing you'll notice upon approaching Jardin | | | | Tucked away at the foot of Menerbes - one of |
| Secrets is its resemblance to a Tuscan villa rather | | | | France's most beautiful villages - and surrounded by |
| than an independent luxury hotel. Hidden behind rows | | | | its own vineyard, the Hotel La Bastide de Marie is a |
| of olive trees and with a red clay façade, it | | | | hidden gem of an independent luxury hotel in every |
| would be easy to think you had taken a wrong turn. | | | | possible sense! With only 16 rooms, book with us well |
| Inside, however, you are treated to furnishings and | | | | in advance to guarantee availability. With 15 hectares |
| decorations more closely associated with | | | | of vineyards, an outdoor swimming pool and terraces |
| 18th-Century France with ornate beds, antiques and | | | | to hide away on. With cakes, aperitifs and |
| traditional roll-top baths. Despite its secluded, peaceful | | | | home-made wines available throughout the day, La |
| feel, the centre of Nimes is actually just a 10 minute | | | | Bastide de Marie really is a great way to get the |
| walk away. That is if you ever manage to pull | | | | best out of Provence's beautiful countryside. Lastly |
| yourself away - the 14 rooms are all crammed with | | | | (and certainly not least), Chef prepares brilliant food |
| character, the beautiful outdoor swimming pool is an | | | | with local ingredients. One of the finest luxury hotels |
| oasis of serenity, and the hotel even boasts a | | | | in the South of France. |
| recently-opened spa. A perfect way to recharge and | | | | If you are planning a trip to the south of France in a |
| enjoy the fantastic sights of Nimes. | | | | boutique hotel (or a luxury villa) you can't go wrong |
| 3. Villa Marie, Saint Tropez | | | | by consulting this list. Bon voyage! |