Best Luxury Hotels in France

In downtown Bordeaux Agnès Guiot and the team are awaiting your arrival at Yndō Hotel, housed in a private mansion, where a tailored hotel experience is there to be had. The hotel is comprised of a collection of understated and luxurious guestrooms where each of the twelve serene rooms and suites have been uniquely decorated. The Yndō Suite is the most spacious and its high location afford you unbeatable views over the mansion. Two properties have been established outside of the property offering a The Yndō Cabane at a renovated oyster farm & The Yndō Apartment. Guests are invited to make the most of exclusive access to restaurant La Table d’Agnès where the menu is made completely in-house with the very best seasonal produce. The hotel puts a focus on design and creating a calming atmosphere with its simplistic yet unique décor.

The J.K. Place Paris is an exquisite modern and sophisticated hotel which is just a stone’s throw away from the Place de La Concorde. The hotel’s 29 rooms and suites are playful and homely. Though the rooms are modern they have an air of stately grandeur which makes one feel absolutely at home in the heart of Paris. The rooms are equipped with Dyson hairdryers, Alma K Toiletries, custom robes, and ready-charged power banks, JK place truly has it all. The hotel’s signature restaurant, Casa Tua, serves classic French and Italian cuisine in a beautiful dining room which is lit up by wide windows and a lovely atmosphere. For guests wishing to relax after a long day of exploring Paris, the hotel has its own spa and gym.

The Prince de Galles, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Paris, is an iconic 5-star masterpiece of the Parisian Art Deco era. Since opening its doors in 1929, the Prince de Galles has stood as a beacon of elegance and refinement in Paris, France. The hotel offers 159 rooms, including 43 suites, providing a luxurious retreat. Situated on Avenue George V, it is just a 5-minute stroll from the Champs-Elysées, Avenue Montaigne, and renowned landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. The hotel’s new Parisian cocktail bar, 19.20, offers a sophisticated and exclusive setting to enjoy cocktails inspired by Paris, explore the world of cognac, and sample some of the finest wines and champagnes from local producers.

Althoff Villa Belrose is a 5-star hotel that sits amongst manicured gardens and pine trees and is just 5 minutes away from the charismatic town of St Tropez. The luxurious retreat boasts 40 rooms and suites that are both elegant and comfortable, are adorned with carefully selected antiques and open onto terraces with sweeping views of the sea, rooms are complemented by expansive marble bathrooms. The Villa Belrose is home to the sophisticated indoor-outdoor Le Méditerranée Restaurant where guests can enjoy aperitifs by the pool and The Club L’Indochine by The Duc NGO, adds to the hotel’s culinary allure. With a vast outdoor swimming pool, a spa utilising premium Swiss Niance products, and trails offering breathtaking vistas, it’s an idyllic sanctuary for those passionate about wellness. Elevated above the vibrant energy of St. Tropez, yet conveniently close to both lush vineyards and picturesque hilltop towns, this is a refined retreat on the Cote d’Azur.

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.

Occupying an estate and chateau the Saint James is one of the most romantic and luxurious hotels to be found anywhere in Europe. Saint James despite its gardens and privacy is located in the central, 16th neighbourhood, which is not only one of Paris’s most exclusive areas but is also close to many of its major sites. The hotel’s rooms, suites, villas, and apartments are decadent, light, and historical with every inch of every room feeling like an 18th-century Chateau which has been skilfully brought into the 21st century. The Saint James is also home to a fully equipped fitness centre and the Guerlain Spa which offers exceptional treatments to guests. The Saint James is also home to many dining establishments like the Red and Green Michelin-starred Bellefeuille with a decadent French menu curated by the acclaimed chef Gregory Garimbay and The Library Bar which feels like the British gentlemen’s club it used to be.

Tradition has a lot to do with the city of love, and there is no better place to get totally immersed in tradition than the 5-star Hotel Raphael. Operated by the same family for four generations, the hotel maintains the highest of time-honoured, traditional standards. Situated in the city’s business centre, close to the Arc de Triomphe, each room is as unique as the hotel itself. With its large collection of lovingly restored antiques and traditional décor and furnishings, it is the ideal place to base yourself, for a little Parisian amour.

In a prime position right on the promenade (Boulevard de la Croisette), the JW Marriott faces onto the beach. Bedrooms pay homage to the city’s Hollywood heritage, with black and white photographs of big screen icons from the golden era of cinema, along with Bvlgari products, spa baths and hi-tech gadgets to ensure you too feel like a star. There’s a grill restaurant, a lobby lounge and a rooftop bar and cafe to take in those views over a snack. You can rent a bicycle from the hotel for a greener way of exploring the locale, swim in the pool and workout in the Marriott fitness centre.

With just 12 suites and a three-bedroom private cottage set across three chalets, Zannier Hotels Le Chalet creates an intimate environment for its residents. Each residence has its own balcony or terrace and suits longer stays – the hotel can be booked in its entirety for extra exclusivity. And with fewer guests, there’s ample opportunity to enjoy a little solitude in the sleek spa, or indulge in a quiet meal. It has ski-in and ski-out access and a dedicated ski concierge, with Patisserie Buffets, served every morning to set guests up for a day on the slopes. Apres-ski, those staying at the hotel can feast on French-style tapas, Alpine gastronomic creations and attend ‘Bistronomique’ evenings.

On Biarritz’s headland, sandwiched between a golf course and the sea, sits Le Régina. Opened in 1907, the architecture has an early Art Deco leaning, with classic modern interiors. A glamorous riviera terrace has a seasonal, heated pool, loungers and a chic restaurant, serving fine French cuisine with plenty of Basque specialities. Inside there’s a spa with steam and treatment rooms, 65 bedrooms and a lobby bar – hosting frequent live music –  that’s just made for quaffing champagne. Valet parking and a shuttle to the aforementioned golf club (one of the nation’s oldest) are free and the MGallery property frequently features art exhibitions.

This hotel is a hidden jewel and can be found perched on a steep hill overlooking the bay of Angels and Nice. If you are looking for privacy and luxury the Hotel La Perouse is the destination for you. The building reminds of an old-world manor house and welcomes guests with its warm tones and relaxed atmosphere. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities to its guest allowing you to forget about the world and relax. The outdoor heated swimming pool and relaxation area are a favourite of guests who want to soak up the warm Mediterranean sun. The on-site restaurant serves the very best French cuisine and comes highly recommended.

When you pay four figures a night for your accommodation, you expect nothing less than the very best of five-star everything. At La Reserve Paris Hotel and Spa, you get just that. Situated on the fashionable Avenue Gabriel, the hotel verges on the ambience of a private gentleman’s club. Built during the 1800s, and providing stunning views across the Paris skyline, the interior was completely redesigned by hotel designer Jacques Garcia. With its modern feel, yet traditional look, the décor and furnishings allude to the personal service which is so much a feature of the hotel.