Best Luxury Hotels in Burgundy

Overlooking Beaune’s ramparts, this 40-bedroom hotel places an emphasis on well-being and good food. Its refined Michelin-starred restaurant, Clos du Cèdre, is housed in the adjacent 19th-century wine grower’s mansion with original decor and an outdoor terrace. There’s a lounge bar with an imposing fireplace, games, a piano and library, as well as a cigar cellar beneath ground. And there’s the Nuxe Spa, located in a stunning vaulted stone cellar with a jacuzzi, hammam and chic treatment cabins. Bedrooms are colourful yet serene, with reverse cycle air conditioning and Nuxe bath products.

This has been a member of Historic Hotels Worldwide since 2018 and while the building has roots dating back as far as the 15th century, it was transformed into guest accommodation in the late 1790s. It has since received several makeovers, under the ownership of Sofitel. Now it’s a sophisticated designer property with 88 bedrooms ranging from singles to a prestige suite. This Grand Dame also includes the blissful Spa by La Cloche with products from Carita and Vinésime, Les Jardins restaurant housed in a glass atrium and Le Bar, with its enviable wine list.

Found to the south of Dijon, surrounded by 67 acres of land and peaceful verdant vineyards beyond, this ancestral property prides itself in maintaining a culinary heritage. An outdoor swimming pool with an expansive sun terrace, tennis court and fishing lake makes it perfect for those seeking a little activity and fresh air. Dogs are welcomed and there’s onsite parking, as well as accessible facilities. The decor exudes French contemporary chic, contrasting and complementing 17th-century architecture. Unmissable seasonal farm to table cuisine is served under the vaults of Deux Rivières restaurant and in the courtyard during the summer months.