La Bastide de Moustiers Hotel, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
Gastronomic hideaway in the lavender fields of the Var
La Bastide de Moustiers is a house full of charm situated in the north of Provence close to Verdon National Park.
Former property of an earthenware master and now owned by chef Alain Ducasse, it offers a splendid view on Moustiers-Sainte-Marie "cliff".
The main building was restored by local artisans and now features 12 contemporary bedrooms decorated in neutral colours.
With extensive gardens (that supplies the restaurant) and a swimming pool, it is a wonderfully tranquil place to stay.
Of course, the restaurant is a huge attraction for many, and the menus are filled with local dishes that change with the seasons. Plus they have 1 Michelin star...
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The neighbourhood
A remote location away from the big towns and cities with lavender fields and olive groves in abundance. If you are looking to get away from it all, you couldn't pick a better spot.
The pool
Tall pines provide refreshing shade from the midday sun. The pool has lovely views of the surrounding vineyards and includes a small stone changing room. Sun loungers and parasols are available for guests use.
The Bar
Just next to reception, the hotel's bar is small but what it lacks in size it makes up for in variety; you should be able to source your favourite tipple here. Slightly 1920's in style, with green lampshades hanging from the ceiling, it has a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a lovely log fire.
The Restaurant
A gastronomic experience, the cuisine makes full use of the hotel's gardens with plenty of fresh home grown vegetables and herbs. The menu changes daily so you'll be spoit for choice during your stay. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner but it is popular so we strongly advise you make reservations.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Provence
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Nyonsoleiado Waterpark, Nyons
Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.
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Aqualand Waterpark, Frejus
With numerous slides, including the King Cobra - unique is western Europe - this is the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur! Inludes a rest area, show area, clockroom, fast food, grill and pizzeria, ice creams, drinks, and shop.
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Domaine Le Sagittaire Waterpark, Nyons
In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, this 5 Star Residential Campsite comes complete with an entirely heated Aquatic Complex, which is open to the public.
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Wave Island Waterpark, Monteux
This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.
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Aqualand Waterpark, Sainte Maxime
This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.
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Aqualand Waterpark, St Cyr Sur Mer
Aqualand in St Cyr Sur Mer offer you 11 wicked slides in a great park environment with drinks, food, and shops for you to enjoy.
Restaurants nearby
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Le Temp de Vivre Restaurant, Uchaux
Le Temps de Vivre is situated in the little hamlet of Les Farjons just down the road from Uchaux.
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L'Atelier de Jean-Luc Rabanel Restaurant
This wonderful contemporary-styled restaurant features dishes that you may never have suspected to have existed.
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L'Autruche Restaurant
Small restaurant where you will never eat the same thing twice. Their menu is solely based on what good fresh ingredients the local market has to offer in the mornings.
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La Chassagnette Restaurant
This organic Michelin starred restaurant is situated just 12km outside Arles on the road to Sambuc and is run by the chef Armand Arnal.
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La Cour d'Honneur Restaurant
Located in Avignon
Located right in the centre of Avignon on a well known shopping street is La Cour d'Honneur.
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Les Chenes Verts Restaurant, Tourtour
This Michelin starred restaurant is situated on the outskirts of Tourtour and specialise in truffle dishes.
Sights nearby
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Gorges du Verdon
Located 8.9 km away
The French Grand Canyon, the Grand Canyon of Verdon, the Gorges du Verdon, by whatever name this natural phenomenon is referred to it will remain to the beholder as one of the most spectacular sites in Europe.
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Musee Simon Segal Contemporary Art, Aups
Located 23.2 km away
The museum groups 3 schools of painting - Toulon, Bourges and Paris - with over 280 works on show.
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Maison de la Truffe, Aups
Located 23.7 km away
The truffle has a long history here in Aups; for many years now they have been grown, harvested, retailed, shared and eaten.
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Musee de Faykod (De Faykod Museum), Aups
Located 24.9 km away
Some 50 white marble sculptures by Maria de Faykod, renowned sculptor with numerous existing works. She had the original idea to open a garden which exhibit some of her work to the public.
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St Pancras Chapel, Digne-les-Bains
Located 27.3 km away
St. Pancras chapel was restored by a local team of volunterrs. It overlooks the town of Digne les Bains and offers a panoramic view of the various surrounding peaks.
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Les Grottes de Villecroze, Villecroze
Located 29.0 km away
These caves were formed some 700,000 years at the end of the last ice age. They are the the result of a slow calcification of plants and mosses in a huge waterfall that covered the whole of the current cliff.
Directions
By Air
Marseille is the nearest airport to the hotel, approximately 1hr30mins away.
By Train:
The cloaest train stations are 1hr30mins away and are Aix-en-Provence, or Marseille
By Car:
Follow the A7 / E17 until exit 18 for the A51. Exit the A51 for the D6 towards Valensole. Stay on this road and follow signs for Moustier-Sainte-Marie.
Child policy
There are no restrictions on children staying at the hotel. Cots will cost an additional €25 or extra beds are €45. Babysitting can be arranged with a local nanny.