The most beautiful hotels in PACA (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) for a romantic weekend

Desire’A getaway with your significant other in the PACA region? Just a few hours from the capital, a selection of’Romantic hotels will seduce couples with their authenticity and idyllic setting. A sensory and unforgettable stopover for lovers to experience together, for a weekend in the South of France, between Provence and the Côte d'Azur.

Coquillade Provence Resort & Spa for a weekend of self-care with a unique spa and cycling through the vineyards

This 5-star Relais & Châteaux, located in Gargas – a typical Luberon village – offers an unparalleled view of the surrounding hills and vineyards. The 21 rooms and 42 suites reflect the’A perfect Provençal style alliance between stone, exposed beams, and contemporary design. Its magnificent panorama invites you to country walks while its 1500m² spa offers absolute relaxation. Inside, its treatment circuit revolves around a sauna with vineyard views, a steam room, and jacuzzis, and continues outdoors with two pools set beneath olive trees, open during the warmer months. In short, the ideal place for a romantic getaway and a Romantic weekend in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

When it comes to dining, Chef Thierry Enderlin is in charge of the’Avelan, where he crafts cuisine blending regional products and global flavors. A beautiful Provençal menu is offered at the restaurant Des Vignes et Son Jardin. At Cipressa, Chef Federico Moroni's Sicilian specialties will delight Italian cuisine lovers and can be enjoyed on the terrace, by the (XXL-sized) pool.

Cycling and wine are the two passions that drove the founder of the establishment – Andrés Rihs – interests that’he knows how to brilliantly share: bike rides are offered to discover the vineyard’Aureto, which since 2020, has begun an organic conversion thanks to the sons of the latter. Your stay will be’ideal occasion to enjoy the charms of southern nature and the local historical heritage: the ochres of Roussillon, the antique dealers of’Isle sur la Sorgue, the lavender fields of’Abbaye de Notre Dame de Sénanque, or the stone walls of the old village of Gordes, all located just a few minutes from the hotel.

A serene atmosphere is guaranteed at this 5-star Relais et Châteaux, nestled in the heart of Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, just a few minutes from the Papal City but away from the crowds and set within a green oasis. In 2007, Jean André and Geneviève Charial oversaw the renovation of this exceptional place. The 10 rooms and 6 suites in this former 14th-century monastery surprise with their simplicity and elegance. A Provençal touch has been preserved with Veronese green shutters and period furniture. The overall effect creates an atmosphere of tranquility in the heart of’A park with centuries-old trees and wisteria. Promise of’total relaxation, lounge in the sun by the outdoor pool at the’opened the large walls and surrounded by Mediterranean plants. At the hotel restaurant, Marc Fontanne, a Michelin star, s’locally sourced and offers menus that’adapting to all tastes throughout the seasons. The proximity to the city’Avignon's Prieuré makes it an ideal spot for exploring the city or the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. A delightful break just a stone's throw from Avignon.

La Mirande for a romantic weekend with a view of the Palais des Papes 

This 5-star hotel, a former cardinal's residence in the heart of the city and at the foot of the Palais des Papes, promises a stay d’exception. The interior design will delight lovers of the 18th century.^e century: floral fabrics and tapestries evoking the Provence-Côte d'Azur region, parquet flooring, wood paneling, and antique furniture. The 26 rooms and suites offer luxurious amenities, Carrara marble in the bathrooms, and products’signed Guerlain. The restaurant of famous chef Florent Pietravalle, who was awarded the Michelin Green Star in 2021 for his eco-responsible commitment, is a pure delight for the eyes and taste buds with a unique, singular, and creative culinary experience. The majestic 18th-century dining room – where cardinals hosted popes – offers tasting menus in 4, 6, or 9 courses where each dish is deliciously mastered. In the former horse-drawn carriage sheds, the restaurant Le Mirage, honored with a Michelin Plate, will also charm with its more affordable prices and friendly atmosphere.

Château de Fonscolombe, for a romantic weekend just a stone's throw from Aix-en-Provence in PACA

L’A castle life experience for a day’A weekend in the north of’Aix en Provence. The château seems to have preserved the’art de vivre of the Marquises of Saporta and Fonscolombe, who lived successively in this sumptuous 17th-century Provençal residence. The remarkable restoration of the place has preserved the refinement of the tapestries, wallpapers, and floors d’original while infusing a contemporary renewal through the choice of colors and furniture. The living room will charm those who wish to rest in the tranquility of the park or relax in the heated outdoor pool. A’meal times, the restaurant menu’Orangerie, orchestrated by Breton chef Quentin Durand, offers land and sea dishes enhanced by Provençal flavors.

The region offers a variety of cultural strolls, including those at Château La Coste, located 5 minutes away in the same commune, with its collection of’contemporary art. On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, don't miss the market’Aix-en-Provence, one of the most beautiful and colorful markets in the entire PACA region, not to mention the Granet Museum, the Vasarely Foundation, and the moving workshop of the painter Paul Cézanne!

Hôtel Crillon Le Brave for a weekend for two in the heart of a village transformed into a charming 5-star hotel

The nine 17th and 18th-century houses are scattered throughout the village that bears the hotel's name and invite you for a most romantic stay in PACA. Most of the 16 rooms and 18 suites offer a soothing view of Mont Ventoux from their balconies. The houses have retained their’authenticity of Provençal tradition: tomettes, exposed beams, and parquet flooring, and adopts the luxurious comfort of exceptional hotels thanks to’Interior designer Charles Zana. The colors of the South are highlighted’Honor and natural tones recall the surrounding nature. Chef Adrien Brunet revisits local products and makes them simply sublime: regional products on the plates of the gastronomic restaurant «La Madeleine» and the bistronomic restaurant «La Table du Ventoux,» served on terraces with a view of the mountain and olive groves. The setting of the Ecuries spa, conducive to relaxation, and duo treatments in cabins, along with the outdoor pool, complete this idyllic stay opposite Mont-Ventoux.

 Cape’Antibes Beach Hotel, one of the few hotels on the French Riviera to remain on a white sand beach... 

5-star beachfront hotel, nestled between the ports of Gallice and Croûton, Cap d’The Antibes Beach Hotel is a must-visit on the French Riviera for a romantic weekend getaway. With its facade opening onto the sea and its marine decor signed by’Architect Gérard Vollenweider and interior designer Sybille de Margerie, the 35-key establishment affiliated with the Relais & Châteaux group brings a breath of fresh air with its clean lines and monolithic structure that harmonize with the paradisiacal vegetation. The hotel's rooms and suites all have an outdoor terrace. We particularly appreciate the Executive Suite with its large bay windows and private jacuzzi, offering a view of the horizon over the big blue and the Lérins Islands.

The hotel's private beach, its designer infinity pool, and the Summer Beach Wellness spa promise a moment of calm and relaxation. On the culinary front, three restaurants are overseen by Nice-based chef Nicolas Rondelli. At Les Pêcheurs restaurant, awarded a Michelin star, guests can feast on seafood, a true sensory journey on a plate. At National Trattoria, the menu transports diners to Italy with authentic cuisine featuring well-crafted and refined flavors.