Brittany, with its coastscut, his landes as far as the eye can see and its mysterious forests, is a land of emotions and contrasts. At times wild and calming, it has always inspired travelers seeking authenticity. As a couple, it reveals its most romantic side: walks forest, dinners overlooking the ocean and sunsets over the islands. From Finistère to Morbihan, including Côtes d’Armor and Ille-et-Vilaine, here are 5 hotels for a romantic getaway, where to savor all the Breton charm.
The Domaine de la Battlements, a 5-star Relais & Châteaux at the gates of Brittany
Between Vannes and Nantes, the Domaine de la Bretesche unfolds its idyllic setting over more than 200 hectares. This 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel perfectly embodies the French art of living, with its elegance, serenity, and natural surroundings.
The 31 rooms and suites, spread throughout the former castle outbuildings, combine old-world charm with contemporary comfort. Not far away, in the former sheepfold, nine villas offer precious intimacy to those seeking absolute tranquility for a romantic getaway.
The Cinq Mondes and Omnisens Spa welcomes visitors into a haven of wood and stone, featuring a 14-meter indoor pool, sauna, and tea room. For outdoor enthusiasts, an 18-hole golf course winds its way between the lake and the forest, while bicycles are available to reach the ornamental vegetable garden and its animals during the warmer months.
On the table side, two options: the brasserie for a casual lunch, or the fine-dining restaurant Le Montaigu, led by Chef Filipe Silvestre, who has worked in several Michelin-starred establishments. His French cuisine, with a touch of Asian influences, enhances seafood and vegetables from the permaculture garden that daily supplies the Domaine's kitchens. The tables at Le Montaigu, facing vast bay windows, overlook the lake reflecting the castle towers, an ideal setting for a romantic dinner.
Domaine de la Bretesche
31 keys, prices starting from 231 euros
Missillac
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A room in a 5-star hotel in Brittany © Domaine de la Bretesche
The breakfast table at the 5-star hotel in Brittany, Domaine de la Bretesche ©Loic Lagarde
Le Domaine de la Bretesche © B Signature
Le Grand Hôtel Dinard, a legendary establishment overlooking the sea
Overlooking the bay since 1858, the Hôtel Barrière Le Grand Hôtel Dinard is a true symbol of the seaside resort. A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, This mythical five-star hotel overlooks the sea, just a stone's throw from the famous Promenade du Clair de Lune. As Dinard's first hotel, it has hosted artists, writers, and socialites over the years, all drawn to the elegance of the Emerald Coast.
Behind its granite walls and white stone surrounds, the decor by Alexandre Danan pays homage to its history. In the 86 rooms and 5 suites, as in the common areas, a palette of soft tones is expressed: greens, blues, and sands evoke the sea and the dunes. The Second Empire-inspired furniture, for its part, recalls the hotel's opening year.
At the table, the George V restaurant highlights local produce and seafood. Chef Wilfried Lacaille creates an elegant menu featuring red tuna tartare, pan-seared squid, and an exceptional Kouign amann. All of this can be enjoyed overlooking the bay and the ramparts of Saint-Malo, with a spectacularly beautiful panorama, especially at sunset.
Le 333 Café, a tribute to the film The Vikings Filmed in Dinard in 1957, it offers a more relaxed atmosphere. In a setting inspired by cinema, guests can enjoy Cancale oysters, gourmet platters, and cheese plates. The signature cocktail, the «333,» was incidentally Kirk Douglas's favorite during his visit for filming.
Finally, to prolong this romantic interlude, head to the Spa Barrière. Designed by Chantal Peyrat, it offers 300 m² dedicated to well-being: a heated pool at 28°C, a vast sun terrace, and prestigious treatments from the Biologique Recherche and Ligne St Barth ranges. A refined and timeless escape, where the sea can be contemplated as much as it is felt.
Grand Hotel Dinard
91 keys, prices from 300 euros per night
46 George V Avenue, Dinard
The Grand Hotel of Dinard © Barrière
The Bassans, the first Breton hotel in the Fontenille Collection in Perros-Guirec
On the mythical Pink Granite Coast, Les Bassans marks the arrival of the Fontenille Collection in Brittany. This 25-room boutique hotel occupies a meticulously restored early 20th-century manor. Balancing heritage preservation with contemporary design, it offers a soothing seaside escape.
The original architecture has been preserved: bay windows, half-timbering, and dressed stone retain the charm of the era. Inside, a maritime spirit and Art Deco influences intertwine. Light-colored woodwork, mosaics, woven seating, and contemporary furniture create a hushed and bright atmosphere. All rooms open onto the sea, revealing the infinite nuances of Breton light.
The brightly lit restaurant pays homage to the local region. Seafood baked in crust, abalone, roasted lobster, andouille galette, or chocolate-seaweed mousse: the menu combines tradition and modernity. The bar extends the experience with its cocktails made with Breton spirits, served in a friendly atmosphere.
In terms of well-being, the spa offers Alaena natural treatments, a glass-enclosed sauna with ocean views, and a hammam.
For a Romantic getaway, the hotel organizes customized activities: picnics at the foot of the lighthouse, boat trips, paddleboarding sessions, or guided hikes on the famous customs officers' path leading to Ploumanac'h. A complete immersion into the most poetic Brittany.
The Gannets, Fontenille Collection
25 keys, prices starting from 205 euros per night
67 Messe Road, Perros-Guirec
The hotel in Brittany Les Bassans © Fontenille Collection
Brittany in Roscoff, an hotel spa and son Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the sea
Once a smugglers' port and a pirates' haunt, Roscoff today retains its unique character. Its granite fishermen's houses, emerald waves, and cliff-top manors give it a raw beauty. It is here, on the Pointe de Sainte-Barbe, facing the island of Batz, that the Hôtel Brittany & Spa stands, a 4-star hotel Member of Relais & Châteaux.
Its location is ideal: directly on the beach, facing the sea and the flamboyant sunsets of this region in the far west of the country. The main building is a 14th-century manor house, formerly built in Morbihan, then transported stone by stone to Finistère Nord. Originally, it was a 17th-century Breton merchant's house, carefully dismantled and rebuilt here before being extended with a contemporary wing.
The hotel has 32 rooms and suites, spread between the manor house and the modern wing. The historic building houses 18 rooms overlooking the sea or the old town of Roscoff; the more recent Batz wing offers 11 rooms and suites opening onto the island of Batz, with a striking view of the horizon.
In terms of well-being, the Thalion marine spa offers a complete experience: indoor pool, hammam, massages, reflexology, and direct beach access. But one of Brittany's jewels remains its Michelin-starred restaurant, led by Chef Loïc Le Bail. Behind the manor's stone arcades, he celebrates a cuisine inspired by his Breton roots, between sea and land, elevated by Japanese influences gathered during his travels. Discipline, precision, and respect for products: here, each dish is a tribute to Brittany and the sea that surrounds it. Perfect for a romantic dinner.
Brittany
32 keys, prices starting at 98 euros
22 Sainte-Barbe Boulevard, Roscoff
Hotel Brittany for a romantic getaway in Brittany © Brittany Roscoff
