Deauville’s most beautiful spa hotels

1. Le Donjon - Domaine Saint Clair | Étretat

The pitch : perched on the heights of Étretat, just a stone's throw from the cliffs, Le Donjon - Domaine Saint Clair offers a remarkable Normandy getaway with its restaurant under the leadership of chef Killian Allain, as well as its 4-star hotel and spa overlooking the ocean in the heart of a large landscaped park.

What's the hotel like? With a total of 25 rooms, the 19th-century Anglo-Norman-style property is surrounded by an English-style park and divided into three buildings: Le Donjon, La Villa and Le Cottage. Local artist Jean Charles de Castelbajac has designed a fresco in the dining room of the hotel with spa in Normandy, which has made the original choice of naming each room after a personality who left their mark on the history of the region: Pierre Loti, Claude Monet, Gustave Flaubert, Proust... Le Bistrot, the second table of the hotel in Normandy, has a more relaxed atmosphere and revisits the great classics of the Haute-Normandie region.

What's the hotel spa like? The hotel spa in Normandy, in partnership with the Green Spa brand of natural beauty products made in France, offers a heated outdoor swimming pool with sea views, a sauna in the heart of nature and La Canopée, an extraordinary place installed in the tower of the Donjon to receive treatments and massages. Like a small rooftop that can be privatized, it features a bubble bath and an open-air massage table, overlooking the ocean, the charming town of Étretat and its famous cliffs.

Le Donjon - Domaine Saint Clair
25 keys, from 185 euros per night
Chemin de Saint Clair, 76790 Étretat

2. Hôtel Barrière Le Normandy Deauville | Deauville

The pitch? Inaugurated in 1912 on the Normandy coast, this establishment catapulted into the limelight by Claude Lelouch's film Un homme et une femme is one of Deauville's legendary hotels. Known for its emblematic green half-timbering and urban cottage ambience, the hotel in Normandy has played host to many celebrities and royalty (such as Churchill, Coco Chanel and the Prince of Wales) who have left the glittering Côte d'Azur to enjoy the iodized air just two hours from Paris.

What's the hotel like? About ten years ago, decorator Nathalie Ryan redesigned the interior of this spa hotel in Normandy, which continues its reputation thanks to its 271 rooms and suites. Each room is distinguished by the famous toile de Jouy and features a blend of classic and modern styles, ensuring unrivalled comfort. When it comes to gastronomy, the restaurant La Belle Époque, with chef Christophe Bezannier at the helm, stands out as one of Deauville's finest addresses. With its splendid glass roof, crystal chandeliers and elegant mouldings, this establishment showcases a cuisine based on local produce and the sea. To quench your thirst, sip a peaty whisky or a house cocktail at the Normandy bar, where afternoons turn into delicious gourmet escapades with teas and homemade pastries. Located close to the beach, the famous Planches and the racecourse, Le Normandy is much more than a hotel: it's a true icon of French hospitality.

What's the hotel spa like? The spa, in partnership with cosmetics brands Biologique Recherche and Algologie (created on the Pen Lan peninsula, whose products, enriched with pure seawater, contain 80% of marine active ingredients from Brittany), offers innovative treatments (Skin Instant® Lab, a diagnosis that assesses your skin's condition in 5 seconds, Seconde Peau ritual to promote cell renewal, etc.) in 7 treatment cabins. The wellness center also offers guests an aquatic course with reserved access to the indoor swimming pool decorated with green half-timbering, including sauna and hammam. A tennis court and yoga and pilates sessions complete the experience.

Hôtel Barrière Le Normandy
271 rooms including 48 suites. From €400 per night.
38 rue Jean Mermoz, 14804 Deauville

3. Le Manoir de la Poterie & Spa | Criquebœuf

What's the spa hotel in Normandy like? On the Côte Fleurie, between Deauville and Honfleur, this pretty manor house and its twin house house 24 rooms and suites. Rustic and contemporary furnishings and objects gleaned from the owners' wanderings create different worlds. The only thing they have in common is the stretched fabric that covers some of the walls. The garden conceals a few curiosities, including mangrove wood animals from India, a selfie mirror and eucalyptus armchairs from Spain. At the Louis XVI, the chef concocts gourmet dishes, featuring local and seafood products, to delight the palate.

And the spa? Facing the sea, the 400m² Les Thermes spa is dedicated to well-being: whirlpool bath, sauna, hammam and, as in a thalasso, a relaxing balneotherapy bench and sculpting stream jets. The pool, with its rounded shapes, recalls the curves of the Domaine de Villers pool. The 4 cabins feature Phytomer treatments, including the one-and-a-half-hour Remineralizing Resourcing Massage . This ritual includes Oligomer, the brand's legendary seawater-based concentrate.

Le Manoir de la Poterie & Spa
24 keys from 350 euros per night
Chemin Paul Ruel, 14113 Criqueboeuf

4. Domaine de la Haie des Granges | Ménilles

What's the hotel like? Between Vernon and Pacy-sur-Eure, in the heart of the Normandy countryside, between cows and apple trees, this former farmhouse is home to a peaceful 3-star hotel. 24 rooms are spread throughout the estate. The Grand Luxe features a private terrace. Two two-bedroom chalets and an appart'hôtel with Jacuzzi provide even greater independence. At the Le Millésime restaurant, chef Arthur Gautier celebrates local produce, notably with an ephemeral menu that can be enjoyed on the terrace in summer. Looking for a more atypical gastronomic experience? In the garden, the Bulle, a private glassed-in space for 2 to 6 people nestled above the water, is a popular choice.

And the spa? This oasis of serenity recharges the batteries. Hammam, sauna, indoor pool lit by large bay windows and outdoor Jacuzzi contribute to moments of relaxation. The spa menu includes a hot stone treatment and a candle elixir massage. More original, the Akwaterra face and body massage uses warm porcelain stoneware accessories to soothe away tension and relieve fatigue.

Domaine de la Haie des Granges
24 keys from 110 euros per night
Lieu-dit la Haie des Granges, 47 voie communale, Ménilles

5. Château d'Audrieu | Audrieu

The pitch : located between Caen and Bayeux, just a few kilometers from the D-Day beaches, Château d'Audrieu stands in the middle of a 25-hectare park planted with trees. The 18th-century building, transformed into a 5-star hotel, elegantly blends luxury with the atmosphere of a family home. Listed as a historic monument since 1967, Château d'Audrieu joined Relais & Châteaux in 1977 and the new 2L Collection hotel group.

What's the hotel like? It immerses guests in château life through its thirty luminous rooms and suites adorned with marble fireplaces and furnished with antique armchairs and large, comfortable beds. Outside, three gardens, a wooded park and a large heated swimming pool ensure a complete change of scenery in the Normandy countryside. For an unusual weekend, the park features a perched cabin with private terrace and bathroom, nestled in the branches of a beech tree.

What's the spa like at the Hôtel de Normandie? Housed in a former outbuilding of the château, the spa by Sothys offers facial and body treatments by appointment. The wellness area, ideal for relaxing and rejuvenating after a visit to the region, extends to a swimming pool heated to 26 degrees and a fitness room. A la carte treatments? An intensive youth treatment for plump, shapely skin, a facial energy detox, an anti-aging fluid for men, and other signature treatments such as Hanakasumi, a unique Japanese-inspired protocol featuring glove exfoliation and full-body sculpting, or the rituel d'excellence by Sothys with complete anti-aging expertise for body and face.

Château d'Audrieu
30 keys from 250 euros per night
14250 Audrieu

6. La Ferme Saint Siméon | Honfleur

The pitch : located on the Normandy coast, this iconic 5-star hotel in Honfleur, affiliated with Relais & Châteaux, was a favorite haunt of 19th-century Impressionists. Today, the former artists' colony, which has been awarded two Michelin stars, offers comfortable rooms and suites and two restaurants: the bistro-style La Boucane, where the menu focuses on the delights of the sea, and the gastronomic restaurant. At Les Impressionnistes, watch out for new chef Matthieu Pouleur, who arrived 3 years ago and has been hard at work in the kitchen. Voted Jeune Talent 2025 by the Gault et Millau guide, he is a clear contender for the Michelin star in the next edition of the red guide. His scallops, bard jus with pommeau and Normandy vinegar are a model of their kind. Here, local produce is celebrated: Bayeux pork, sole or fish from Honfleur harbour, vegetables from nearby farms, all respecting the seasons. And to further anchor you in Normandy's terroir, we offer a range of fantastic food/cider and perry pairings. We love it!

How is the hotel with spa in Normandy? The 17th-century Normandy building, completely renovated with slate and half-timbering, houses 35 rooms (19 with private hammam) overlooking the gardens or the Seine. Room number 22 - once Claude Monet's studio - offers an unobstructed view of the estuary. La Ferme Saint Siméon also features an elegant lounge with fireplace and a spa offering a selection of organic treatments.

What's the hotel spa like? Set in the gardens of this Hotel in Normandy, the Spa Potager, a former painter's studio, offers a range of treatments and massages using Maison Caulières oils and Olivier Claire treatments. The spa also features a sauna with a breathtaking view of the estuary, a hammam, an outdoor whirlpool bath and a sensory experience shower.

La Ferme Saint Siméon
35 rooms and suites, from 218 euros per night
20 route Adolphe Marais, 14600 Honfleur

7. Les Pins de César | Saint-Jouin-Bruneval

What's the hotel like? 8 km from the cliffs of Étretat, this charming Normandy spa hotel nestled in a 20-hectare estate bears the first name of the owners' grandfather, who planted 1,000 Austrian pines four generations ago. The former family home is home to a range of comfortable Charme and Privilège rooms. A little further away, the Nature rooms with terrace are more bohemian. No wifi or TV, but yoga mats, Marshall speakers, Nordic bathtubs and outdoor showers. For families, a three-bedroom chalet, like a villa for rent on the Atlantic coast, including a mezzanine for children, is hidden among the trees. No restaurants, but gourmet breakfasts and planks to share in case of small hunger.

And the spa? In addition to the 12x5 metre indoor heated pool, the sauna and outdoor Japanese bath are ideal for relaxing in an intimate atmosphere. The spa menu features Nuxe treatments to restore energy and lightness, such as the plantar relaxation massage and the charismatic cranial massage, performed with the brand's Huile Prodigieuse. To soften and smooth dry skin, the Rêve de Miel body massage is the ultimate in cocooning.

Les Pins de César
19 keys from 210 euros per night
1 Chemin des Echos, 76280 Saint-Jouin-Bruneval

8. Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde | Rouen

The pitch : In the charming city of Rouen, this address is a veritable architectural nugget. This five-star establishment is housed in a former 15th-century mansion, offering a unique experience combining history and modernity. With its luxurious spa, restaurant, bar and terrace, it's the ideal destination for an urban romantic weekend.

What's a spa hotel like in Normandy? The Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde captivates with its harmonious blend of contemporary design and preserved period architecture, including François 1er's salamander and typical Renaissance frescoes. The 78 rooms and suites are elegantly appointed, combining modern comfort with historic charm. The warm, sophisticated atmosphere is also reflected in the hotel's restaurant and spa in Normandy.

What's the hotel spa like? The Spa du Drap d'Or is an invitation to relax and unwind. Spanning 700 m², it offers an enchanting setting for moments of well-being, with an 18-meter indoor pool with counter-current swimming system, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and a variety of Cinq Mondes, Terraké and Nougatine treatments, for solo, duo and even trio massages with children.

Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde
78 keys from 172 euros per night
15 Place de la Pucelle, 76000 Rouen

9. Le Grand Hôtel Cabourg - MGallery | Cabourg

The pitch: on the shores of the English Channel, overlooking the vast beach of Cabourg, Le Grand Hôtel has been a veritable icon of the Normandy coast since it opened in 1907. A vacation spot for Marcel Proust, who wrote part of La Recherche in room 414 between 1907 and 1914, the Grand Hôtel de Cabourg's seductive Belle Époque architecture puts its feet in the sand.

What's the hotel like? The MGallery collection boutique hotel, which has retained its Proustian aura, has a total of 71 rooms, including three recently renovated suites, which open onto a hushed, contemporary decor. Featuring spacious rooms and top-of-the-range bedding, some of the rooms have balconies with breathtaking views of the English Channel. The Le Balbec gourmet restaurant perpetuates the Proustian adventure with French regional cuisine and seafood. At the end of the day, the seafront bar La Belle Époque offers an extensive snack menu.

What's the hotel spa like? The wellness area, in partnership with natural cosmetics brand KOS Paris, offers free access to a hammam, sauna and sensory shower. The two private treatment rooms offer facial (moisturizing, purifying, etc.) and body treatments (scrubs, hand and foot rituals, etc.), including the memorable Amma Assis, a 30-minute Japanese massage offered in your room, on the beach or in the spa, followed by a Proustian snack in the hotel bar.

Le Grand Hôtel Cabourg - MGallery
71 keys, from 238 euros per night
Les Jardins du Casino, 14390 Cabourg

10. Les manoirs de Tourgéville | Deauville

The pitch: a former property of French film director Claude Lelouch, Les Manoirs de Tourgéville stands out as a house of traditional Norman architecture in the heart of the bocage. Close to Honfleur, the hotel, a member of the Floirat group, continues to forge links with the cinema, hosting personalities from the 7th art at the American Film Festival in Deauville.

What's the hotel like? The hotel in Deauville comprises a half-timbered main building and four manor houses scattered around the 7-hectare park. All in all, the manor house overlooks the countryside and offers 57 rooms, including 35 suites, the "1899" restaurant run by chef Emmanuel Andrieu and a small 50-seat cinema ideal for private screenings.

What's the spa like? The property features a wellness area with a solarium, sauna and indoor swimming pool heated to 28°C all year round. For further relaxation, Esthederm facials and body treatments are offered in one of the three cabins at the Hotel Spa de Normandie. Outside, among the fruit trees, the park features tennis courts to keep you in shape.

Les Manoirs de Tourgéville
57 keys from 210 euros in low season and up to 745 euros in high season
668 chemin de l'Orgueil - Tourgéville, 14800 Deauville