Boutique / Designer Hotels in Saint-Remy-de-Provence — 16 of Our Favourites

For husband and wife team Nancy and André Bourguignon, the hotel was always about blending the three key elements of comfort, service and great food, then wrapping them in a simple, contemporary package. Now, with a little help from André’s friend, the renowned interior designer Christophe Pillet, that dream has become a reality. From the outside Hotel B Design & Spa is every bit the typical country residence. Shrouded by sun-dappled olive trees and overlooking fields of heady purple lavender, it is as much a part of the landscape as the limestone karsts it sits in front of.

Glass panes scatter the light that streams in through black slatted doors, illuminating open spaces, while understated yet ultra-comfortable sofas and armchairs provide somewhere to enjoy the simplicity of the design. Everything you see, from the solid wooden tables to the black metal balustrades, has been built with quality in mind.

The exterior includes a stylish swimming pool and terraces, and dinner can be arranged if requested in advance.

There are also spa facilities for an extra cost, open to guests and non-guests alike. A bonus for Arles is the free car parking if you're doing a road trip.

Don't forget to explore Arles with its amazing Roman ruins and it's Van Gogh connection.

It retains much old school glamour with traditional furntiure and decadent chandliers, and is peppered with stylish paintings and artworks.

The hotel offers well priced basic rooms and some delux rooms at the top, featuring antiques, gilded mirrors and classic black & white photographs.

The hotel has a restaurant and bar, both of which make you feel you have stepped back in time to the 1950's.

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.

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).

The hotel is a tranquill luxury retreat, with contemporary bedrooms, an airy spa open to guests and non-guests alike, pool and gardens. For food and wine lovers, it is a perfect choice, with its renowned restaurant serving inventive & elegant dishes. Cooking classes are available on request.

This is the ideal place for those that are looking for a tranquil getaway and love their food and wine.

The garden and patio are overflowing with bright fragrant flowers and guests are welcome to relax there with a book or a refreshing drink.

Rooms are bright, spacious and modern with comfortable furniture and some have a balcony or terrace. All are equipped with air-conditioning, a mini bar and satellite TV. Folding beds can be provided for children on request and dogs are welcome by prior arrangement.

Breakfast is a typically French affair of freshly baked bread and croissants, homemade jams, fruit juices, and tea or coffee. There are also savoury options available such as meat and cheese. Breakfast can be taken in the comfort of the dining room or enjoyed out on the terrace.

It blends the old stone building with modern pieces of furniture and decorative features on the walls.

The spacious bedrooms and suites are comfortable and supplied with ceiling fans, WiFi, flat screen cable TV, hairdryer and direct landline telephone. All the bathrooms are equipped with either a bath or an Italian shower.

Rooms are non-smoking with 90×200, 160×200, 180×200 or 200×200 beds.

The hotel also provides a room accessible to disabled persons.

The location of this hotel is great for exploring the centre of Arles, and the Roman Arena which is just a few minutes walk away.

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.

With 7 individually designed rooms. This small but distinctive hotel will not disappoint. Set in the centre of the old village, the hotel and its seven spacious suites are a mid-century design odyssey. The noble Almeran family's former home, original features have been charmingly mixed in the interiors with furniture by ClassiCon designers Eileen Gray and Konstantin Grcic.

The ancient building is also home to an innovative nouveau Mediterranean restaurant and private dining space led by Benoit Fauci, who ran the kitchen of the Michelin-star restaurant Les Chênes Verts, in Tourtour. With pristine natural surroundings and an address close to to 34 wine appellations and important historical sites, such as the ancient royal city Les-Baux-de-Provence and Avignon, Hôtel d’Almeran adds a new layer of luxury to the heart of an already refined and stunning Saint-Rémy.

Each of the fifteen rooms has their own character and is in perfect harmony with the surrounding Provencale countryside, bearing the names of flowers of herbs from the region.

Furniture in aged mango wood fill them with warm elegance and some rooms have a bathroom made from local Alpilles stone, a private terrace over the roofs and a private solarium.

The restaurant offers set meals at lunch and dinner and features the local Provencal cuisine.

You can also enjoy the stylish pool, home spa and sauna, or simply relax in the pretty garden.

This authentic Provencal country house boasts 27 tastefully decorated rooms with a unique atmosphere, a spa and a sumptuous swimming pool edged with unusual rocks nestled in a charming landscaped garden.

Guests can enjoy Gourmet salads and grilled meat served on the stone terrace at lunchtime or savour a homemade drink in the lounge bar by the white stone fireplace.

It is a 17th-century hamlet, entirely renovated and was once home to sheepfolds. The eight luxurious bedrooms have been individually designed and some have private terraces or gardens.

There's a lovely swimming pool and you can borrow bicycles or play tennis. The guest house also offers dinner by appointment - enjoy a set menu on the lovely terrace.

A privately owned country manor of 23 rooms individually decorated in Provencal style with antique furnishings.

The hotel features one of the finest restaurants in the area, run by chef Robert Lalleman. The food is seasonal and typical of the region. The hotel is also perfectly placed to provide you with the perfect wine to accompany your meal. They have over 45,000 bottles in their cellars!

There are plenty of activities on offer to help you unwind. You can enjoy the hotel’s heated outdoor swimming-pool, tennis court and wander throughout the private paths of the domain.

The hotel has 14 air-conditioned rooms with TV and mini bar, divided into three levels from classic rooms to suites.

Additionally, they have a large garden with a pleasant swimming pool open from April to October. There is also a masseuse available for massages under the pergola or inside the house.

Events can be celebrated here, from weddings to seminars and business meetings, even closing it partially or totally.

The contemporary stylish rooms feature wifi, flat screen televisions and en-suite bathrooms. There are also a number of suites available, including the Robinson Crusoe 'tree house' suite which adds to the hotel's sense of fun. This luxurious suite is accessed by a 10 meter high private foot bridge has its own private balcony and large lounge area.

Take time to explore the hotel's pretty gardens (with a maze) and relax by the lovely large outdoor pool.

The restaurant has an Asian/French slant and the bar will conjure up all sorts of cocktails. There are also conference facilities available.

Guests can access the spa at a sister hotel only one kilometre away. Hotel shuttle buses run to the spa twice a day and take 3 minutes or walking will take you approximately 10 minutes.