The 5 most beautiful new hotels for a romantic weekend

Fancy a getaway for two, far from the routine and the hustle and bustle? These five newly opened or revamped addresses each offer a moment of sweetness, elegance, and emotion, between city and countryside. Whether it's a bucolic escape, a cultural immersion, or a private retreat, each place tells its own romantic story...

Villa Miraé, Cap d’Antibes: Peaceful luxury between art and nature

A 5-star member of the Inwood Hotels collection and affiliated with the prestigious Relais & Châteaux, Villa Miraé stands out as one of the most beautiful Hotels on the Cap d'Antibes. Formerly known as Impérial Garoupe, this iconic address has been entirely reimagined with the spirit of an experience blending discreet luxury and the French art de vivre.

The establishment has 35 rooms and suites, all with private terraces or balconies offering breathtaking views of the Mediterranean gardens or the swimming pool. The interior design, by architect Oscar Lucien Ono – Maison Numéro 20 – harmoniously blends noble materials with artistic touches, creating an atmosphere that is both refined and warm.

When it comes to gastronomy, the establishment ranks among the best-equipped on the French Riviera with two restaurants led by multi-Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco. The «Amarines» table unveils an inventive, locavore cuisine, while «Miraé» highlights a deeply rooted Mediterranean culinary tradition in a setting where the ambiance is more relaxed.

A must-have, the hotel features an outdoor pool, a solarium, and a wellness space including a sauna or treatment room. Guests also benefit from privileged access to a private beach just a few steps from the property, making it the’ideal hotel for a romantic weekend.

So, in short? Villa Miraé stands out for its attentive and personalized service, offering each couple a romantic getaway unforgettable on the French Riviera…

Le Hameau des Baux, Paradou: Village life in chic, sensory style

Old farmhouse transformed over the years into hotel hamlet 5 stars in Provence, This unique place was renovated in 2023, transformed into an artistic and sensory haven, at the crossroads of eternal Provence and a bohemian lifestyle. The rooms and suites, now spread across several stone houses with poetic names, are adorned with a bold mix of vintage furniture, pieces found nearby in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, contemporary paintings, and artisanal objects.

The immense garden features organic vegetable patches, orchards, art installations, and quiet spots shaded by hackberry trees. You can stroll barefoot before an open-air massage or sunbathe by the pool…

At the restaurant «Cicada,» you can savor Provençal cuisine inspired by the Arles market and local producers, featuring old-fashioned vegetables from the garden, fresh herbs, wood-fired slow-cooked meats, and typically local desserts with figs or lavender.

We particularly like? Olive oil tasting workshops, plein air painting, or pottery for two are regularly offered. In the evening, couples can escape by bike for a picnic in the hills, or simply enjoy the silence of the Alpilles from the terrace of their suite. In short? A stay between dream and earth...

La Fantaisie, Paris 9th: A floral and hedonistic oasis in the heart of the capital

Opened in July 2023 in the heart of the lively neighborhood of Faubourg-Montmartre, Fantasy clashes in the Parisian hotel landscape. Imagined by Swedish designer Martin Brudnizki, the venue boasts a joyful, botanical, and colorful aesthetic, inspired by both Romantic-era gardens and Belle Époque greenhouses.

From the moment you enter, the tone is set: lush wallpaper, curved apricot velvet sofas, a floral counter, and soft light filtered through linen curtains. The rooms – some with balconies or terraces – cultivate this same spring-like ambiance: pastel walls, 1950s furniture, curved armchairs, and bathrooms in rose marble or celadon green.

The highlight? The hotel rooftop, one of Paris's most secret spots, hiding a suspended garden with the scents of citrus and jasmine. The restaurant Éponyme, signed at its opening by Dominique Crenn (three Michelin stars in San Francisco), offers plant-based cuisine that is now leaning more towards the Mediterranean.

The holistic spa is adorned with tangy colors, reveals a mineral pool, energetic treatments by Martine de Richeville and nature-inspired rituals (Holidermie)...

The must-have? For a Romantic weekend, the hotel Propose packages “Crazy Love” with champagne, floral bath, and breakfast in bed: a magical getaway, just a stone's throw from the Opera!

Le Mouflon d’Or, Corsica-du-Sud: Alpine romance in the heart of the maquis

Located in Zonza, in the heart of Corsica's Alta Rocca region, the Mouflon d'Or reopened its doors in 2023 after a complete renovation that respected its identity. of’mountain hotel. What chalet mythical, perched at 1200 meters altitude facing the Aiguilles de Bavella, now marries raw design and minimalist elegance: stone walls, time-worn wooden floors, large granite fireplaces, Berber rugs, and local furnishings.

The atmosphere is intended to be warm, authentic, and almost timeless. Some rooms have balconies with panoramic views of the pine forest and the treetops to enjoy the Hotel's character and nature.

The restaurant on site focuses on local produce: Corsican cheeses aged on site, wild boar stew with myrtle, pulenda with brocciu, or chestnut fiadone. The brand-new wellness area houses a sauna with a view of the valley, an outdoor Nordic bath, and a relaxation room set up in an old chestnut drying room. 

What's on the agenda for couples? Lush walks hand-in-hand, reading by the fire, or horseback rides through chestnut groves. 

Do we love it? The’Luxury hotel in Corsica We also offer, by reservation, picnic baskets for two to enjoy by the Piscia di Gallu waterfalls. In short? A wild, sincere, and profoundly romantic getaway…

Casa Monti, Rome: Roman Elegance, Arty and Understated Version

Opening in spring 2024, Casa Monti is located within the walls of an elegant building in the eponymous neighborhood, halfway between the Colosseum and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. This boutique hotel Confidential, affiliated with Design Hotels, boasts a cozy and arty atmosphere, conceived by the studio Festen Architecture. 

Each room is inspired by a 20th-century Italian artist or movement, with sophisticated staging: abstract frescoes, dark wood, brushed brass, deep carpets, and play of mirrors. Some feature private loggias or terraces overlooking the rooftops of Rome. This hotel celebrates the trend outdoors revisits Roman culinary classics with a light touch: crispy carciofi alla giudia, smoked ricotta agnolotti, tiramisu with cold brew coffee… The indoor garden, dotted with lanterns, houses a cocktail bar where you can sip a fig-infused negroni or a citrus spritz Sicily.

Ideal for a couple's getaway? The hotel also organizes personalized experiences: a private dawn visit to the Galleria Borghese, a Roman mosaic workshop for two, or dinner on a neighboring rooftop overlooking the Imperial Forums... In short? A subtle, refined address deeply rooted in Italian elegance.

By: Julie Garnier