While staying in France, 5 ideas for a weekend by the sea
Dreaming of a weekend by the sea, but don't want to leave France? Look no further, we have exactly what you need. We offer you carefully selected and tested locations, allowing you to combine relaxation, a magnificent setting, and gastronomy, for a guaranteed successful moment with family or lovers!
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A Weekend at the Sea on the Emerald Coast / Hotel Le Nessay
What if you spent your weekend at the beach in a late 19th-century castle, standing on the waterfront? This is what we offer you The Nessay, with the added bonus of an ideal location: at the center of a tiny peninsula surrounded by the ocean. A 4-star hotel, the establishment only has 17 rooms, for a truly intimate atmosphere. Like in a holiday home, you'll come across photos, as well as antique furniture and decor, for undeniable charm. Please note, for families, it's possible to enjoy actual apartments thanks to the ideal configuration of connecting rooms.
Feel free to ask for bikes, which will be lent to you free of charge, and end this beautiful day with a cocktail at the bar, followed by dinner at the hotel restaurant. The menu features a lot of seafood, and the dessert buffet is... all-you-can-eat!
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Weekend at the sea on the French Riviera / Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel
Relais & Châteaux 5-star Located just a stone's throw from La Croisette, the Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel is the ideal destination if for you, a «seaside weekend» means sunshine and turquoise waters. Offering magnificent views of the Lérins Islands and the Esterel mass, the establishment is also one of the few hotels on the French Riviera to boast a private white sand beach. Relaxation guaranteed!
A place to relax with a laid-back atmosphere, where you can enjoy the moment and the outdoor spaces (such as the sublime heated infinity pool) to recharge, reconnect with family, and admire the region's vegetation. And of course, whatever you do, don't miss the Michelin-starred restaurant Les Pêcheurs for an exciting culinary discovery. Chef Nicolas Rondelli, enhancing the products of its terroir.
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Weekend at the seaside on the Dune du Pilat / La Co(o)rniche
Benefiting from a unique location, nestled against the highest dune in Europe, La Co(o)rniche was born from the transformation of a 1930s house into a five-star hotel. And while the panoramic view delights guests, it is also the decor signed by Philippe Starck that draws people to La Co(o)rniche: the talented designer has managed to give the place a special charm by drawing inspiration from the spirit of an oyster shed.
The restaurant's cuisine in this Southwest establishment skillfully combines tapas and seafood, along with more refined dishes in the evening. Notably, the kitchen is open to the dining room, creating a convivial atmosphere. Finally, in the summer, guests can enjoy the infinity pool and the magnificent, vast terrace. The ocean view is sure to delight even the most discerning visitors during their seaside weekend on the Atlantic coast.
Recently expanded, La Co(o)rniche now has 18 new rooms located in stilt cabins, to give the feeling of staying in the heart of the oyster farming village of L'Herbe, on the road to the legendary Cap Ferret.
Weekend by the sea a few minutes from Saint-Tropez / Lily of the Valley
Member of the collection Leading Hotels of the World, Lily of the Valley is located in a building specially designed by designer Philippe Starck, so that the hotel blends perfectly into the surrounding nature. Among the establishment's many assets are its breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and its spacious rooms.
Under the banner of well-being, Lily of the Valley stays dedicate ample time to sports and relaxation. Wellness is ingrained in the very DNA of the restaurant, with a menu of light and flavorful Mediterranean dishes. And to complete your seaside weekend at this charming hotel, be sure to enjoy the 180° terrace with its breathtaking views of the Riviera.
Weekend at the sea in Noirmoutier / The Navy at Maison Moizeau
Directions Noirmoutier for a gourmet weekend, with the discovery of The Navy, two Michelin stars. A renowned table, it is undoubtedly one of the best gastronomic restaurants in the region. Closer to a bed and breakfast than a Grand Hotel, we love the warm atmosphere of the place. The decoration, with its focus on natural materials, evokes the nearby fishing port.
Definitely family-friendly and intimate, Maison Moizeau welcomes you for a weekend of relaxation and gourmet pleasure by the sea. The dishes are simple, but perfectly mastered, capable of delighting the whole family.
