The Best Hotels and Inns in Aix-en-Provence, France
Although it’s a small, country city, there’s much to do in Aix-en-Provence, France. Both visitors and locals roam the city to discover museums, parks, monuments, cathedrals and more. But where should you rest your head after a long day of exploring? Read our list of the best hotels in Aix-en-Provence to relax and rest up for the next day of adventure.
Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel
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Hotel Le Pigonnet
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Hotel Cézanne
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Villa Gallici Hotel
Boutique Hotel, Spa Hotel, Hotel, Villa
Decorated in traditional château style, this plush hotel is the epitome of elegance. Each room is uniquely designed with Baroque furniture, so visiting the hotel is like stepping into a luxurious history lesson. There are only 22 rooms and suites in the villa, but all have a view of the exquisite hotel garden. Enjoy a gourmet meal at the fine-dining restaurant – with a bottle of wine from the on-site cellar – and then relax in the deluxe spa with accompanying treatments.
Aparthotel Adagio Aix-en-Provence Centre
Hotel, Apartment
Le Mas d’Entremont
Boutique Hotel, Hotel
Le Mas d’Entremont is a charming hilltop hotel, giving guests the most incredible views of Aix. The decor is authentic and quaint, a perfect fit for the French countryside. Known to be fairly secluded and quiet, the hotel is ideal for someone looking to escape city life. Relax on the private terrace of your deluxe suite, while enjoying views of the beautiful landscape and city lights at night. Work up an appetite by lapping the outdoor pool or playing a few games of tennis. Then, after a shower and spruce-up, enjoy a delicious gastronomic experience at the hotel restaurant.
Château de la Pioline
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Grand Hôtel Roi René Aix-en-Provence Centre MGallery
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Aquabella Hotel
Boutique Hotel, Hotel
Unwind at the tranquil Aquabella Hotel and Spa. This city locale offers more than just comfortable deluxe rooms – there is a phenomenal restaurant and bar here, serving authentically delicious Mediterranean cuisine. The real highlight is the spa where you can enjoy a Finnish sauna, two hammams, a whirlpool and an outdoor heated swimming pool, alongside massage treatments – ranging from Indian Ayurvedic to Moroccan in theme. Opt for the Sunday brunch package for an enormous buffet of fresh fruit, eggs, grilled meat, cheese and delicate pastries.
Les Lodges Sainte Victoire
Boutique Hotel, Resort, Hotel
Guests of this five-star luxury resort have the option of staying in deluxe rooms and suites or elegant private villas. The hotel has an exquisite garden with tables and secluded benches – find yourself a quiet reading spot under the shady trees. Take a dip in the pool, dine at the gourmet restaurant or receive a relaxing treatment at the spa. Les Lodges has everything you could ever want, so once you arrive, you won’t want to leave.
La Maison d’Aix
Spa Hotel
This spot was once owned by avid antiques collector Mademoiselle Henriette Reboul, who bought this 18th-century townhouse in 1903 – and her spirit remains very much in evidence. Now a boutique hotel, the building has been faithfully restored by the finest French artisans to recall its heyday – when everyone from Cézanne and Picasso to Prince Grimaldi came to visit. Each of the luxurious suites recalls a different aspect of Henriette’s life. There’s also a stone-vaulted underground spa area with a small pool and hammam.
Domaine & Cie
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Surrounded by olive, fig and chestnut trees, this idyllic former farmhouse epitomises the Provençal lifestyle. Rooms are light and spacious at this three-star residence, which dates from the 18th century, and there are views over the surrounding gardens. There’s also an outdoor pool, terrace area and grounds to explore. Breakfast is packed with Provençal products, such as artisanal jams, homemade pastries and more, and the restaurant follows suit with its gourmet cuisine.
Villa Saint-Ange
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This exclusive five-star hotel is found within a magnificent Mediterranean garden, filled with sculptures, fountains and terraces. The building itself is a dreamy 18th-century villa, notable for its elegant architecture, Second Empire scalloped roof and traditional townhouse interior. The guest rooms have been designed by master craftsmen, with solid parquet, silk curtains and Provençal earthenware. Outside, you’ll find an outdoor swimming pool that spans the length of the building. There’s also a fine-dining restaurant specialising in Mediterranean cuisine.
Caroline Harrap contributed additional reporting to this article.