There is a little paradise in Provence: it is called the Convent of the Minimes, 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel. In the heart of the Luberon, you'll probably only have one thought: never leave again.
Hôtel et Spa L’Occitane, Le Couvent des Minimes welcomes you to the heart of Provence for a golden interlude of sun, relaxation, gastronomy, and abundant nature.
Founded in 1613, the establishment has weathered history to reach us: a five-star venue, it boasts refined, meticulous, and elegant decor, emphasizing light, wood, and a search for balance.
Protected by the Alps mountain range, the establishment is the stuff of dreams.
The Couvent des Minimes is the ideal place for a romantic getaway as well as a family trip, with eight spacious Suites featuring a sitting area. The Maison de Mane can be transformed into a family suite to accommodate 2 adults and 2 children.
Le Couvent des Minimes combines numerous assets, from an ideal geographical location to a spa that will please the most demanding, including a dining offer that will add the finishing touch.
The place clearly emphasizes leisure, with a superb heated swimming pool, a pétanque court, a golf course located nearby, a tennis court, as well as aromatic gardens to discover as a family.
Craving a moment of calm and escape? Le Couvent des Minimes opens its library doors to you. Located next to the bar, it offers a selection of novels, comic books, CDs, and DVDs. The fireplace should delight you on cooler days.
The Spa will likely be an integral part of your experience. It has held the «Spa-A Quality» label since 2014 and was voted best 5-star Spa in the Southeast in 2016... no small feat!
Within its 750 m2, you will find an indoor relaxation pool with massage jets and aquabiking set within a beautiful relaxation area.
The Couvent des Minimes Spa also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as six treatment rooms, two of which are doubles.
At the Couvent des Minimes, everyone enjoys the moment at their own pace, but one place has everyone in agreement: the aromatic garden. It is spread along the Stations of the Cross and is sure to delight nature lovers. Many Provençal essences are represented there.
End the day with a delicious meal at the gourmet restaurant Le Cloître or the bistro Le Pesquier, with both international influences and local products.
In a nutshell
- A wonderful setting for a dream stay in the heart of Provence.
- A magnificent L'Occitane Spa.
- A very beautiful culinary experience at the restaurant Le Cloître.
Gourmet restaurant Le Cloître
Chef Jérôme Roy invites you to a moment of indulgence at the gastronomic restaurant Le Cloître, an establishment with one Michelin star. Originally from Tours, he has worked with the greats, from Thierry Marx to Cordeillan-Bages and Michel Troisgros in Roanne.
Head of Cloître and Pesquier since 2012, he received his first star in 2016.
Let yourself be carried away and choose the "Road to Emotion" Menu, which is sure to impress you. Exciting gastronomy where Mediterranean terroir products, authenticity, and a love for vegetables come together.
Le Couvent des Minimes also has a music bar and a wine cellar, La Cornue.
With the kids
The kids are sure to love their stay in the 55m² family suite which can connect to a bedroom, for a total area of 85m².
They won't want to leave the heated pool and the park will welcome nature walks. Let them get lost in the heart of Provençal essences and find yourselves to cocoon in the library.
Address
Couvent des Minimes, Chemin des Jeux de Mai, 04300 Mane, France – website – starting from €250
