City Hotels in Provence — 14 of Our Favourites

The 16th century building is located one of Avignon's prettiest squares, with restaurants, cafes and galleries on your doorstep. It provides that perfect combination of being centrally located yet still peaceful, relaxing and full of charm.

The hotel has 39 elegant rooms and five spacious suites that feature period furniture and luxurious comfort, with modern conveniences such as wifi and satellite television.

The hotel also has a beautiful terrace which is perfect for enjoying a glass of wine (or two) and soak up the Provencal atmosphere on warm summer evenings.

Looking out over the wonderful view of the Rhone valley, the hotel offers comfortable and luxurious accommodation in a peaceful setting. 11 bedrooms and 2 suites are all furnished individually with period furniture and equipped with air-conditioning, king size beds and ensuite bathrooms.

The chateau grounds are home to landscaped gardens with a natural spring and ornamental fountains, an outdoor swimming pool and a tranquil terrace where you can enjoy breakfast or relax with a drink. There is also a play area for children with swings and a slide.

Breakfast can be served in the dining room or on the terrace and consists of fruit juices pressed by the local farmer, homemade jams, honey produced by a beekeeper from Roquemaure, and fresh bread, croissants, pains au chocolat, fougasse delivered by the village baker.

The hotel is an ideal base from which to visit Avignon, Pont du Gard, Saint Rémy de Provence and Châteauneuf de Pape wine cellars. The surrounding countryside offers lots of outdoor activities and the hotel itself has marvellous views of Mont Ventoux and Luberon.

The château is well equipped for conference and business trips, with a seminar room that can be configured however is required and equipped with WiFi, video projector and sound system.

The 20 bedrooms use antique wall hangings and Indienne fabrics along with modern fittings to create a luxurious and relaxing haven for guests.

The public areas include terraces and gardens with plenty of secluded nooks and crannies - a welcome tranquility after the bustle of the city.

The hotel also runs a cooking school with some of the best chefs in the region. Courses are offered in both French and English. At the end of the class you are able to invite your partner and friends to join you in tasting your creations.

The gourmet restaurant provides fresh and creative cuisine with a Provencal theme, and the bar offers old-school cocktails in a delightful salon.

Mademoiselle Henriette Reboul, renowned as an antiques collector and a love priestess bought this private mansion dating from 1789 in 1903. She reputedly had numerous celebrity friends, lovers and mistresses, who all took abode in this magnificent residence.

Henriette Reboul’s residence took on a new lease of life under the magic wand of talented architects, Laure Juhen and Louis Mariotti and became this splendid boutique hotel in the Mazarin area: called "La Maison d’Aix".

After three years of refurbishments, Laure and Louis have risen to this incredible challenge : the elusive Henriette Reboul’s spirit and sensual touch is still  in the atmosphere.

The finished work is in keeping with the original style and quite incredible. The French Artisans Guild (cabinetmakers, painters and masons) have toiled with passion and unbridled talent to transform Henriette Reboul’s residence into a luxurious, discreet and exclusive boutique hotel in the heart of the Mazarin area, a few moments away from the famous Mirabeau square.

Step back in time, away from the hustle and bustle of Aix en Provence to a Jerusalem stone clad floor, 300 year old teak parquet floors in the bedrooms and superb contemporary furniture.

Each precious moment spent at la Maison d’Aix is pure escapism. Write a Novella, daydream, indulge in peaceful and restful moments and reconnect. La Maison d’Aix is a journey on the Nile.

It has 133 bedroom and suites, one of which is the Presidential suite, and has a diverse range of spaces for you to enjoy, including the garden, wellness area, bar, brasserie, terrace, restauarant and dining for up to 300 people.

Restaurant Le Clos is the show place of michelin starred chef Jean-Marc Banzo who brings you a fine seelction of Provecal cuisine. In the brasserie you can enjoy a business lunch, or if you're staying in the hotel take your breakfast and dinner here.

The spa & wellness area is open from 6am to 10pm and is equipped with counter-current swimming pool, steam bath, sundeck, treatment booths, fitness room equipped with the latest technological innovations including Run Now treadmills, Bike Excite+ exercise bike, Vario elliptical bikes, adjustable weight-lifting bench and more.

For meetings and special occasions there are a selection of spaces (including the garden) that you can combine or use independently to suit your needs. All meeting rooms are equipped with free WiFi, flipchart, screen, video projector, mineral water, notepads and pens.

The hotel is set within a shady seven acre garden, complete with romantic Greek statues which highlight the regal character of the place. There is also a beautiful swimming-pool that is big enough for enthusiastic swimmers.

Like many other hotels in its class, there is a gastronomical restaurant where you can indulge yourself in the crème de la crème of Provencal cooking.

There are 22 bedrooms and suites which are decorated in pretty Provencal fabrics and furniture and most have the luxury of a private terrace or garden.

It is a place for those that like the finer things in life within a rural setting.

The hotel has 80 bedrooms and you can choose from a traditional or contemporary style room. All their rooms include air-conditioning, satellite TV, WiFi access and safe as standard.

Unusually for a city centre hotel, it boasts an outdoor swimming pool, which is located on the roof and enjoys fantastic views of the centre of Avignon. There is also a tranquil garden which provides a peaceful haven from the bustling metropolis.

Private parking at the hotel is available for a surcharge of €12 per day (€15 during July).

It is situated in the historical centre of Avignon in an 18th century town house which has been totally renovated.

It offers four contemporary air-conditioned rooms, all with en suite bathrooms.

On the top of the house there is a terrace which offers splendid views over the Palace and will help to make your stay here a truly unforgettable experience.

All of the rooms are equipped with a small flat screen TV, heating, shower, air conditioning, hairdryer and free WiFi.

The hotel is located in the heart of the city, from where you won’t have any problems going sightseeing and discovering all the hidden corners of old Arles.

Parking is available at the station, just 10 mins walk away.

In this unique spot, exuding quiet luxury, modern art is to the fore. It is situated in the cultural and historic city centre, a stone’s throw from the shops and restaurants.

The bedrooms are all individually decorated, using light and shadow to create stunning effects that add to the character of these arty rooms. The bathrooms are also bright and airy and come with 'tropical' showers.

The hotel serves breakfasts up until 12 noon, so there is plenty of time for a lie in. There is also a self-service bar, free wifi, and free car parking in a city notorious for tricky parking arrangements.

A wonderfully rare combination of luxury, creativity, warmth and hospitality. Definitely worth a visit.

There are 2 characterful rooms and 3 charming suites which are lavishly decorated and most have terraces. All rooms have bathroom amenities and wifi.

The house has a relaxed Asian-Ibizan feel to it, with rooms connected by way of an interior courtyard.

It is a fabulous house with a great location and helpful, friendly hosts.

A buffet breakfast is available daily, and the gastronomic restaurant serves lunch and dinner. In the summer, this can be taken on the outdoor terrace. The menu is inspired by the Provencal region.

Outside, there is a walled spacious garden, large enough to accommodate 1500 people so great for cocktail parties and weddings.

There is plenty of outdoor seating and an outdoor lounge area.

There are 22 rooms, equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a view over the internal patio or Assas square, where Tando evenings are organised during July and August.

Breakfast is available daily and is made with fresh organic ingredients. The restaurant serves Spanish cuisine and Tapas, which can be enjoyed on the bar's outdoor terrace.

The hotel has 134 room and suites decorated in sunny modern Provencal style. All rooms come with flat-screen satellite TV, safe, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and free wifi access.

The hotel also has its own bar and restaurant. You can enjoy fresh seasonal cuisine typical of the region in the stylish restaurant or on the terrace.

There is also a swimming pool where you can cool off from the heat of the afternoon sun.