The five star Pigonnet hotel in Aix is an 18th-century mansion surrounded with stunning floral gardens, situated just outside the centre of Aix-en-Provence.
Le Pigonnet Hotel
Grand hotel with magical gardens just outside centre of Aix-en-Provence
The hotel has 43 rooms and spacious suites which have each been decorated individuals in harmonious blends of yellow, claret and turquoise creating a chic cosy atmosphere.
Guests can keep fit in the hotel's gym or relax in the spa where various treatments are offered in addition to unlimited access to a sauna and hammam. The hotel also has a large outdoor swimming pool for enthusiastic swimmers.
The gardens are immaculately kept with plenty of romantic alcoves and the hotel's terrace offers spectacular views of Mount Sainte-Victoire.
With easy access to the town centre the hotel is the perfect mix of both urban and rural retreats.
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The pool
Outdoor swimming pool which is heated from May to October.
The Bar
The Bar - Cigar and Cognac Cellar for tastings, cocktails, wines and a light food serice. Cosy atmosphere and elegant decor.
The Restaurant
La Table du Pigonnet - Sleek and refined décor in the newly designed chic restaurant. Serving Mediterranean influenced cuisine, using seasonal products. Open Monday to Sunday in high season.
Directions
By car
From the A8/E80 motorway. Follow the direction signs for “Nice” or “Lyon”.
Take motorway exit n°30a Aix Centre/ Pont de l’Arc
Follow the signs for Centre Ville (city centre), straight to the Avenue Pierre Brossolette
At the third traffic lights, take a left turn to Avenue Le Pigonnet,
The hotel entrance is 50 meters further to your left.
GPS setting: Latitude 43.5178437 / Longitude 5.4393336
By train
Aix-en-Provence high speed TGV SNCF train station (15 kilometers, approx. 15 minutes drive away from the hotel, shuttle service available on request) Located on the secondary road D9
Leave the station and take the direction Aix-en-Provence
Enter Aix-en-Provence
Continue driving along the Chemin de la Beauvalle
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit, continue along Avenue Pierre Brossolette Turn left for Avenue du Pigonnet, the hotel is situated at n°5.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Aix-en-Provence
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Aix Golf Course
6-hole course, driving range & putting green only five minutes from Aix
Open to all, this small golf club offers a clubhouse, restaurant, driving range, putting green and 6 holes. It is home to an academy that offers lessons at all levels.
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Set Club, Aix en Provence
Clay & hard courts
Set CLub is a sports complex which has 13 tennis courts, eight of which are clay courts and five are the faster green set. Lessons and competitions are all part of the club. Non-members are welcome.
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Provence Wine Tours
A great way to visit the vineyards of Provence, from Aix en Provence
Provence Wine Tours offer a variety of wine tours from private visits, to group tours and even corporate events.
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Gulli Parc Indoor Play Area
Indoor soft play area for kids up to 12 years old
The area is split into two areas - one for the 1-5 years age group, and the other for 6-12 year olds.
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Le Train Touristique d'Aix-en-Provence
A delightful way to explore the charming city of Aix-en-Provence
Just an hour long ride through the city of Aix, learning about its history and a good introduction to this beautiful area.
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Aix Marseille Golf Course
Very close to Aix-en-Provence it is a fairly flat course
The Golf Club Aix-Marseille is only 5 minutes away from Aix-en-Provence TGV railway station. As the course is faily level it is possible to play without the use of a buggy.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Aix-en-Provence
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Mickael Feval Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant with 1 Michelin star
This elegant restaurant is a must-visit for any lovers of modern cuisine and cooking methods. They embrace local produce and evolve their dishes according to the seasons.
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Le Art Restaurant
Michelin-starred restaurant in a charming chateau
Located inside the luxury Chateau de la Gaude, this Michelin-starred restaurant serves the elaborate cuisine of chef Matthieu Dupuis-Baumal.
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Villa Gallici Restaurant, Aix en Provence
Provencal cuisine in a beautiful setting overlooking the hotel grounds
A quiet atmosphere, beautiful grounds and wonderful flavours can be found at Villa Gallici Restaurant. Part of the 5 star Villa Gallici hotel you can indulge in lunch or dinner at this top quality restaurant.
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Le Comptoir du Clos
The sophisticated restaurant located at the Renaissance Hotel
Open daily, the Clos du Comptoir offers a sophisticated atmosphere for lunch and dinner in the same setting.
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La Table des Saisons
Fresh salads, home made pies and delightful tarts in the centre of Aix
Quality over quantity with their small, yet impressive selection of hot soups, fresh salads and delicious tarts.
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L'Alcove Restaurant
Small restaurant serving creative French cuisine
The restaurant is situated just a step from the law court of Aix en Provence in Rue Constantin near Rue Mignet. It has a welcoming terrace with a view of the church Sainte-Catherine.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Aix-en-Provence
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Le Scat Nightclub
Jazz club in the heart of Aix-en-Provence, live music & a great atmosphere
The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.
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Le Cardeur Bacchus Bar
A bar & restaurant in the centre of Aix
This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
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Mistral Nighclub
Trendy club in the heart of Aix-en-Provence, international DJ's & acts
The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.
Sights nearby
Sights in Provence
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La Fontaine Obscure Gallery
Gallery dedicated to photographic exhibitions & workshops
This gallery was set up by photographers, for photographers to create a working space and gallery to bring together image creators, both professional and amateur alike.
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Caumont Centre d'Art
Wonderful art gallery housed in an old mansion in the town of Aix
Building of this old mansion began back in 1715 when the first stone was laid. It was not fully complete until 1748, after all three stages of the building were finished.
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Cours Mirabeau
One of the most beautiful boulevards in France, if not Europe
This 400 metre long stretch of of tree-lined boulevard divides Aix en Provence's old town at its northerly end from the new to the south.
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Musee Granet
Fine art gallery showing European paintings & sculpture
This is Aix's fine art gallery, housed in the 17th century Palais de Malte. The collections includes works by a variety of European painters, including two by Rubens and a small selection of Paul Cezanne.
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Saint-Jean-de-Malte Church
Pretty little Gothic church next to the Musee Granet
This charming little church is located in the centre of Aix en Provence, alongside the Musee Granet.
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Shan-Art Gallery
Gallery of modern & contemporary art in Aix
A small gallery with a good collection of contemporary and modern art.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Provence
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Aix-en-Provence
Characterful city, famous for Cezanne and International Festivals
Aix en Provence is considered by many to be the South's cultural and artistic centre, thanks to its ancient university and its inherent connection to the artist Paul Cezanne.
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Pertuis
Bargain antiques, Château Val Joanis and a large weekly market
By far the largest village in the southern Luberon, Pertuis’s charms are hidden ones that only those who take the time to explore will find.
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Ansouis
Hilltop village with castle and wine museum
Little village in the Vaucluse department between the Luberon massif and the Durance river.
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La Tour-d'Aigues
A small village with an impressive ruined Renaissance chateau at its centre
Visitors to La Tour d'Aigues are mostly drawn here thanks to it's large and impressive ruined castle, which dates back to 1550 and which was burnt down at the time of the Revolution.
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Cadenet
Traditional Provençal village with a modern public art gallery and château
The tiny village of Cadenet is less showy than neighboring Lourmarin, but it's also less crowded and more unspoiled by the glossy effect tourism tends to have on the appearance of Provençal villages.
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Lourmarin
Beautiful village of winding lanes and an impressive castle
Lourmarin has become very popular and chic thanks to its pretty centre, its wonderful Renaissance castle and its proximity to the TGV train in Avignon (for Parisien weekenders of course).




























































