Best Luxury Hotels in Rhône-Alps
Perhaps one of the biggest open-air adventure playgrounds, the Rhône-Alpes region in the southeastern corner of France offers outdoor enthusiasts’ great variety – the majestic Alps presents world-class skiing, cycling and hiking whilst the renowned Rhône Valley is one of the world’s oldest wine-making areas with exceptional vineyards and boasts long warm summers and mild winters. Its capital, Lyon, is a thriving city that offers visitors historical, cultural and culinary surprises – and is said to be the ‘Gastronomy capital of France!’ The region is also home to many traditional towns and villages, such as the picture-perfect Annecy, where a taste of classic France life can be enjoyed along with lots of water sports and more mountain adventures. Explore some of our favourite luxury hotels in the area.
Rhône-Alps, Annecy
Le Pelican
(4 stars)Housed in a sophisticated listed heritage building from 1820, Le Pélican is situated in the heart of Annecy. Between the entrance to the old town and the spectacular Lake Annecy, you’ll find this luxurious retreat that has transformed a historic hospital into a combination of new and old, especially with the recent addition of a new structure. There are 100 lavish guestrooms and suites to choose from featuring the exceptional Pélican Lake Suite which boasts a 650sqft terrace fitted with a Nordic bath. There is a gourmet bistro restaurant with a glass ceiling and an expansive terrace overlooking the natural wonders of the mountains and the lake. In the lobby you’ll find Bakery Ô Bon Pain serving French delicacies. The hotel offers guests a relaxing heated outdoor pool with a pool bar. There are also weekly live music performances at Le Pélican depending on the time of year. This hotel is pet friendly.
Rhône-Alps, Sévrier
Black Bass
(5 stars)The Black Bass Hotel is a magnificent 5-star escape by the shores of Lake Annecy. The hotel is in an ideal location for exploring the surrounding areas, taking in endless views of unspoiled scenery or simple escaping from day-to-day duties. There are 25 comfortable and contemporary rooms and suites on offer with expansive windows boasting spectacular lake and forest views. The Lake View Suites are complete with spacious terraces and panoramic vistas. There is an excellent on-site restaurant serving a delightful lunch and dinner and a bar which overlook the lake in all its glory. The hotel’s blissful spa and wellness facilities include an indoor swimming pool and a rejuvenating Hammam. Guests are also invited to take advantage of the fitness centre. There is also an outdoor swimming pool with remarkable lake views. This hotel is pet friendly.