If you want to spend your next holiday in the wonderful French Riviera but you don’t want to do it the same way every other tourist does, take a look at this selection of atypical and unique hotels in the French Riviera.
Here is a map of all the hotels:
Le WindsoR, Jungle Art Hotel
11 Rue Dalpozzo, 06000 Nice
Discover this extraordinary place right in the heart of the city of Nice! This hotel is just 500 meters away from the beach and the promenade des Anglais.
In the building, which dates back to the 19th century, you have access to a tropical garden with a pool as well as a gym and a wellness center.
The rooms are decorated in an artistic way, and each of them is unique.
The hotel’s restaurant offers dishes cooked with products produced exclusively by organic farms.
We like: The tropical garden around the pool.
Château de Trigance
1400 route de Breis, 83840 Trigance
Spend a night in a medieval castle in the Provençal village of Trigance.
The bedrooms are decorated with period furniture, including canopy beds and mural tapestries.
The hotel offers a wine bar in one of the castle’s oldest armories where you can sample local products.
Relax while admiring the splendid view and the nearby village of Trigance.
We like: The Gorges du Verdon 20 are only minutes away, and we can’t get enough of the panoramic view from the terrace!
Réserve des Monts d’Azur
2651 route des châteaux, 06750 Thorenc
In the nature reserve of over 700 hectares, located 1 hour and 15 minutes away from the coast and away from the crowds, come and relax while discovering the wildlife and flora, such as European bison, Przewalski’s horses, moose, and wild boars.
The estate offers Eco-lodges with a view of the park, where you can admire the animals as they roam around.
Numerous activities are available, including the Open-Air Museum, a climbing wall, 2 playgrounds, a natural pool, and carriage rides.
We like: The ability to organize a safari in the park to discover all the animals.
Domaine de l’Insolite
1887 Bis le Cros de l’Estang, 83136 Méounes-lès-Montrieux
In the heart of nature, this B&B offers rooms with patios and stunning views of the garden. In this little piece of paradise, you can relax and make the most of the sounds of nature.
An outside pool and a jacuzzi are at your disposal, and the estate also offers rental bikes so you can explore the nearby woods and discover all that nature has to offer.
We like: Everything about the place encourages relaxation.
Bulles de Nature
120 Chemin du Muonegos, 06830 Gilette
Renew your contact with nature by spending one or several nights in a transparent bubble at this unique hotel only 30 minutes away from Nice.
Here you can sleep under the stars with a view of the Esteron Valley – each bubble is equipped with a large double bed and a bathroom with a shower and a composting toilet.
We like: The connection with nature we feel while visiting.
Information and booking (in French)
La Cabane de l’Esteron
421 Chemin de Saint-Roch, 06830 Gilette
Enjoy this villa with a stunning view of the lake with your family or your friends. It is a short 35 km away from Antibes and Nice.
The 50 square meter villa is equipped with a jacuzzi and has a magnificent garden with a barbecue pit around which you can enjoy your evenings.
If you are a fan of hiking and fishing, this place is for you.
We like: The peacefulness and intimacy of the villa.
Domaine du Mas De Pierre
Route des Serres, 06570 Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Among Saint-Paul’s olive trees and hills, you can find the Domaine du Mas de Pierre. The establishment offers three pools and a 2,000 square meter wellness center.
Relax near the pool in a tastefully decorated luxury world before enjoying dishes cooked with fresh and seasonal products in the onsite restaurant.
We like: The extreme comfort and luxury of the estate.
Tahiti Beach Hotel
Rés les Jardins du Pinet, 83350 Ramatuelle
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Experience the French Riviera to the fullest at this emblematic address in Ramatuelle.
Though renowned as the filming location of Et Dieu créa la femme (And God Created Woman), a Roger Vadim movie, the hotel has much to offer for those uninterested in the movie as well. The establishment is situated directly on the coast and has a private beach that is perfect for sunbathing.
You can rest in this private world after spending the night on the dance floor – the hotel is not far from some of the best clubs on the coast.
In addition to the private beach, the establishment also has an outside pool.
We like: The establishment’s history, which has seen many celebrity guests.
Les Terrasses d’Eze – Hotel & Spa
1138 Route de La Turbie, 06360 Èze
Between Nice and Monaco, this establishment is perfect for celebrating holidays with family or friends.
With its stunning view of the ocean and an infinity pool, the hotel is perfect for a relaxing stay close to the coast’s big cities.
In addition, you can enjoy the wellness area offering massages and wraps, along with a floating room.
We like: The view of the ocean and the proximity to Nice and Monaco.
Hotel & Spa Île Rousse Bandol by Thalazur
25 Boulevard Louis Lumière, 83150 Bandol
Spend an unforgettable vacation in this luxurious establishment only one minute away from the beach. Even if the beach isn’t your thing, come and relax by the pool or in the spa.
The bedrooms are decorated in a pure way with sober and warm colors.
The Michelin-starred restaurant, Les Oliviers, offers regional specialties with a stunning view of the ocean. During the summer, you can even eat dinner by the pool!
We like: The establishment’s restaurant.
Château de la Messardière
2 Route de Tahiti, 83990 Saint-Tropez
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Staying at the Château is an unforgettable experience. The establishment offers several rooms along with a 3-bedroom villa with a private pool.
You can eat breakfast by the pool or directly on the hotel’s private beach, the Jardin Tropézina.
You can also borrow a Mini-Moke or board a Rolls Royce Cullinan to go to the seashore.
We like: The change of scenery: each client’s experience is unique.
Mercure Thalasso & Spa Port Fréjus
Rue Des Forces Françaises Libres, 83600 Fréjus
By the Fréjus’ port, this establishment offers bedrooms with a stunning view of the port and its boats.
The hotel has an outdoor pool along with a wellness area where you can enjoy massages.
You can also reach the beach through a small gate directly behind the hotel.
We like: The view of the port and the entrance to the beach.
Les Insolites de Taracopala
Quartier les Roubins Chemin des Esplanes, 83210 Solliès-Toucas
Come and relax in a hut or yurt in a greenery-filled setting only 20 km from Toulon. This establishment promises you an unforgettable experience through immersion in nature.
Each bedroom is equipped with a balcony, and some of them offer a view of the ocean. Several activities are available, such as hikes and the Circuit Paul-Ricard.
Discover the estate’s animals (such as goats) and the luscious flora and fauna.
We like: Enjoying some peace and quiet on a Sunday.
Luxury Design Hôtel Particulier le 28
28 Rue du Quatre Septembre, 13100 Aix-en-Provence
This hotel in the center of Aix-en-Provence offers an unforgettable stay in an elegant and romantic atmosphere. In addition to a private garden and two patios, you can also relax by the pool or in the wellness area.
The establishment’s restaurant offers a sophisticated breakfast made with local products. You can also eat dinner in the garden.
To allow visitors to make the most of their holiday and have a relaxing moment or two, the hotel offers a childcare service.
We like: The chic and elegant setting in the heart of the city.
Le SPA Insolite de Malaucène
18 Impasse Bonety, 84340 Malaucène
This establishment offers unique accommodations that will allow you to fully relax with your friends or your family. The apartment has a double bed along with a sofa bed in the living room that can sleep two people.
Discover the private heated indoor pool in a classic vaulted cellar. In the historical center of Malaucène, this apartment will allow you to explore the city and relax in a serene setting.
We like: The private and intimate apartment.
Les Cabânes du Varon
3029 route de Salernes, 83780 Flayosc
Perched between 5 and 9 meters above the ground, visitors to this establishment will experience a unique and unusual stay in the middle of a miniature donkey farm. Young and old alike will enjoy admiring and feeding the equine residents.
The huts are not linked to water or electricity, so you will be completely disconnected from the world. If you are afraid of heights, the establishment also offers accommodation on the ground: two Hobbit houses in the style of The Lord of the Rings.
Breakfast is delivered to your door every morning.
We like: The animals freely wander around the property, and you can meet at least 10 different species.
Information and booking (in French)
L’Escale Royale Port Fréjus
Capitainerie de Port-Frejus, 55 Passage des Caryatides, Fréjus
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The Escales Royales group invites you to discover its small floating accommodations in the Fréjus port.
The floating house is anchored in the heart of the magnificent marina of Fréjus and is equipped with a lion’s paw bathtub and a private patio from which you can watch ships come and go while you relax.
You also have a small, fully-equipped kitchen at your disposal to cook a meal to eat on the patio while you dangle your feet in the water.
We like: The unusual location on the water.
Information and booking (in French)
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