The Best 5-Star Hotels in Provence

1. Hôtel & Spa du Castellet | One of the most beautiful 5-star hotels in Provence

The pitch? Nestled in the hills of the Var region, between the medieval village of Le Castellet and the vineyards of Bandol, this 5-star hotel in Provence was originally designed to accommodate race car drivers competing at the nearby Paul Ricard Circuit. Nestled on the edge of a forest of umbrella pines, overlooking the Mediterranean, this charming property has been transformed over the decades into a luxurious 5-star hotel and a member of Relais & Châteaux. It offers everything you need for a stay that’s both gourmet and relaxing.

What’s the hotel like? The Hôtel & Spa du Castellet features 46 rooms and suites, all facing south and opening onto a terrace with a view of a 12-hectare natural park. Located in the main building or among the villas, the Classic and Prestige rooms emphasize elegance, natural light, and comfort. The Junior Suites and Luxury Suites, which are more spacious and adorned with flowers, capture the spirit of a refined vacation home. As for the Exception Suite, it promises an exclusive getaway. Spanning 150 m², it offers private access and absolute comfort: a fitness area, a hammam, and a bathroom equipped for balneotherapy.

The spa? Honored with three awards at the 2025 Luxe Global Awards, it spans 700 m² entirely dedicated to wellness. A heated indoor pool with massage jets, a hammam, a sauna, a salt cave, an ice fountain, a Kneipp channel, and a herbal tea lounge come together to create a complete sensory experience. In this intimate and refined atmosphere, each space invites you to release tension and restore a sense of balance. The treatments, developed by Sym Biologic System, combine science, natural ingredients, and effectiveness. Inspired by a holistic approach, they are personalized to individual needs with the expert guidance of the therapists.

What sets it apart? 

• Twelve hectares of natural surroundings to alternate between sports and relaxation: a hard-court tennis court under the pine trees, a 1.6-km running trail through the park, fitness equipment along the health trail, and a shaded bocce court
• A 6-hole golf course certified by the FFGolf, suitable for beginners and experienced players alike. Led by Patrick Giraud, a member of PGA France for over 30 years, the Hôtel & Spa du Castellet’s golf academy offers personalized instruction for players of all skill levels.
• A personalized concierge service, led by Alexis, to organize a driving experience on the Paul Ricard Circuit, a tour of the medieval village of Le Castellet, a wine tasting at the Domaine de La Bégude, or a boat trip through the Calanques.
• The hotel’s proximity to the Paul Ricard Circuit gives it a unique identity. Just a few minutes from the hotel, guests can enjoy a driving experience in a Ferrari, Lamborghini, or Porsche, get behind the wheel of a Formula 4 single-seater, or even a real Formula 1 car (prices starting at 150 euros)

Hôtel & Spa du Castellet
46 rooms, rates starting at 230 euros per night
3001 route des Hauts du Camp, Le Castellet
Official website

2. Le Couvent des Minimes, Hotel & Spa L'Occitane en Provence | A Luxury Retreat in Mane

In the heart of authentic, off-the-beaten-path Provence, in the Forcalquier region, the Couvent des Minimes—which has been housed since 2008 in a 17th-century religious building—has once again been completely transformed by its owner, the L’Occitane en Provence group. The Swiss firm De Planta & Associés Architectes has given its historic heritage a contemporary look. Guests at this 5-star Provençal hotel are now welcomed in the former chapel, which features 10-meter-high ceilings.

The 34 guest rooms in the main building have been expanded. Fifteen new rooms, located further from the center, have been added, notably on the roof of the new spa. Bright, minimalist, and adorned with natural materials and antique Provençal furniture, they all exude an elegant serenity. In addition to the Pamparigouste bistro, Louis Gachet runs the gourmet restaurant Le Feuillée. There, the chef reinterprets the flavors of his native Burgundy, blending them with a gourmet vision of Provence—an approach that has earned him a Michelin star. The highlight of the experience: a magnificent 2,500 m² L’Occitane en Provence spa featuring indoor pools, an outdoor pool, saunas, a hammam, a salt cave, sensory showers, and an outdoor pool nestled below the terraced gardens during the warmer months.

What sets it apart? 

• Overlooking the building, 13 terraced gardens offer a lovely panoramic view of the village and the lavender fields—ideal for a wedding in Provence.
• Wine tasting at the La Dame Jeanne cellar.
• Electric mountain bikes to explore the surrounding villages and Lure Mountain, either on your own or with a fitness coach.

Le Couvent des Minimes, Hotel & Spa L’Occitane en Provence 
49 rooms, rates starting at 555 euros per night
Chemin des Jeux de Mai, Mane

3. Le Mas de Lônes | An Exceptional Villa in Provence by Le Collectionist 

Provence has no shortage of luxury resorts and 5-star hotels, but for those who dream of privacy, tranquility, and freedom, nothing beats a private villa with luxury hotel services, a private chef, and a peaceful pool. That’s exactly what Le Collectionist offers, selecting the region’s most beautiful homes—nestled among vineyards and cypress trees—that can be booked like a well-kept secret. 

Beneath towering pines and slender cypress trees, Le Collectionist offers an authentic experience at Le Mas de Lônes. Children run through the lavender-lined paths, while adults linger at the table, a glass of rosé in hand, under the generous shade of the plane trees. Le Mas des Lônes embodies the understated luxury that defines the charm of Provence: a century-old farmhouse elegantly restored, where the spacious layout has been preserved and every detail thoughtfully designed to accommodate large families and groups of friends. The vast, light-filled orangery—transformed into a spotless, inviting kitchen—features a range and two chubby refrigerators that take center stage in this room, a gathering spot at any time of day. Here, guests share morning toast and evening stories alike, in a bright setting dotted with olive trees, bouquets of roses, and memories in the making.

Just ten minutes from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, the country estate stretches across five hectares of grounds, featuring a heated pool as long as a training lane, a tennis court, a gym, and a pool house equipped with a plancha grill for large summer gatherings. While the children build their own forts at the back of the garden or improvise a tournament on the court, the more contemplative guests settle into the reading room, lulled by the gentle murmur of the fountains. As for the rest, the Collectionist’s concierge service has everything covered: gourmet excursions in search of truffles or the best local olive oil, a morning stroll through the markets with a private chef, creative workshops at the far end of the garden, or a hot-air balloon ride over the lavender fields. These experiences are designed as natural extensions of the setting, unfolding at a leisurely pace, far from the hustle and bustle and pre-planned itineraries. Here, we take our time. To reconnect, to enjoy a lunch cooked à la plancha, to play a game of pétanque under the stars, or simply to marvel at the light over the Alpilles.

What sets it apart? An estate designed for living together without ever getting in each other’s way, where you feel at home the moment you step through the door.

Le Mas de Lônes 
8 rooms, prices starting at 19,745 euros per week
Saint-Rémy de Provence
Official website of the property

4. Villa La Coste, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade | The 5-star hotel where art meets Provence

Halfway between Aix-en-Provence and the Luberon, on a 200-hectare vineyard estate, Villa La Coste is an exclusive 5-star hotel in Provence for connoisseurs and culture lovers. This luxurious complex, dotted with monumental sculptures and pavilions designed by renowned architects, was conceived by Irishman Patrick McKillen in 2004. A businessman and major collector of contemporary art, the owner has also converted all of Château La Coste’s wines to organic production since 2013. The hotel emphasizes design with 31 minimalist villa-suites, finished with raw materials and bathed in light through large glass walls.

On the same estate, the 4-star the Auberge La Coste evokes a Provençal village with its ochre-colored facades, cobblestone streets, and peaceful atmosphere. Its 76 bright rooms, furnished with whitewashed pieces and natural materials, exude a warm elegance. When it comes to dining, seven restaurants—including the gourmet restaurant Le Louison, helmed by Chef Florent Pietravalle, one of the best gourmet restaurants in Aix-en-Provence—offer a variety of culinary experiences. A pool overlooking the vineyards and a spa offering a journey through the scents of Provence help guests find peace and relaxation.

What sets it apart? 

• An Art and Architecture trail, a veritable open-air museum of contemporary art.
• The many temporary exhibitions. Don’t miss this summer 2026: Julian Schnabel.

Villa La Coste
31 rooms, rates starting at 2,300 euros per night
2750 Route de la Cride, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade

5. Baumanière, Les Baux-de-Provence | Gardens and Fine Dining in the Alpilles

Located at the entrance to the Alpilles Regional Park, in one of the most beautiful villages in France, this legendary 5-star hotel in Provence has epitomized the Provençal art of living for decades. Owner Jean-André Charial carries on the traditions established by his grandfather. Since taking the reins in 1969, he has continually reinvented this historic site. Nestled in the rocky setting of the Val d’Enfer, Baumanière features 53 rooms spread across five buildings set amid lush gardens.

The rooms feature a decor that is both understated and refined, blending antique and contemporary furniture and objets d’art. Chef Glenn Viel, who has been at the helm of the L’Oustau restaurant since 2015 and was awarded a third Michelin star five years later, celebrates local ingredients with a light, colorful, and authentic gourmet cuisine. A large outdoor pool made of white stone and a 500 m² spa, where Sisley and Une Olive en Provence treatments are offered, provide the perfect setting for relaxation after a day of exploring the surrounding area.

What sets it apart? 

• One of France’s finest wine cellars: 50,000 different wines, including bottles dating back 150 years.
• Baking class with Gauthier, who bakes all the bread served at the hotel. 

Baumanière Les Baux-de-Provence
53 rooms, rates starting at 460 euros per night
Mas de Baumanière, Les Baux-de-Provence

6. Domaine des Andéols | Provence in the form of a private hamlet

The Pitch: In the heart of Provence, the Domaine des Andéols offers a rare escape blending art, nature, and the good life. Nestled in a vast, unspoiled landscape, this secluded hamlet features 8 nature suites and 11 standalone cottages, each unique and designed as a retreat in close harmony with nature. Here, silence, open space, and time that seems to stretch out create a unique experience amid olive groves, vineyards, a vegetable garden, an orchard, and major cultural attractions nearby.

What’s the hotel like? The Domaine des Andéols feels like a Provençal village in its own right. Here you’ll find a centuries-old plane tree, a palm grove, ponds, a vegetable garden, olive groves, and vineyards—all set in a simple, sincere, and welcoming atmosphere. Accommodations include Junior Suites, Nature Suites, Maisons, and Deluxe Maisons. All feature private entrances and offer a unique slice of Provence. The 8 Nature Suites, stylish and inviting, feature large windows opening onto the outdoors. Some Deluxe Houses have private pools, for an even more intimate experience.

And what about dining? The estate’s culinary experience is best embodied by Le Platane, a restaurant nestled beneath a majestic, century-old tree. The atmosphere evokes grand al fresco lunches and elegant picnics, celebrating Provençal cuisine in a simple yet generous spirit. Just a stone’s throw away, the vegetable garden, orchard, olive groves, and fruit trees extend this concept of cuisine connected to its surroundings. The estate fosters an atmosphere of sharing through communal dining, social gatherings, and authentic pleasures.

What sets it apart?

• A strong presence of art, driven by the personal collection of 250 works owned by Patrizia and Olivier Massart, as well as temporary exhibitions and artist residencies that keep the venue constantly evolving.
• Yoga classes, private coaching, massages, and facials, the option to rent bikes on-site, a fully equipped fitness center, and a tennis court are all available.

Domaine des Andéols
19 rooms, rates starting at 362 euros per night
Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt

7. Château de Fonscolombe, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade | A historic estate on the outskirts of Aix-en-Provence

The Pitch: Located near Aix-en-Provence, this 5-star hotel in Provence—a member of Relais & Châteaux and designated a Historic Monument—is housed in an 18th-century mansion. Formerly owned by the Boyer de Fonscolombe, Saporta, and Martel families, it embodies the heritage of a cultured, artistic Provence deeply committed to the art of hospitality. It’s a place that doesn’t just showcase its heritage—it brings it to life.

What’s the hotel like? The estate’s history began in 1712, when Denis Boyer de Fonscolombe acquired several hectares of land in Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade. Two years later, he had a family home built there. Over the centuries, the château expanded and was passed down through the generations, all while preserving the legacy of the great Provençal families. Its historic salons still reflect this heritage: Provençal stucco work, 18th-century Genoese leather, original chandeliers, hand-painted wallpaper, and terracotta tiles meticulously restored to their original locations.

The billiard room, formerly the marquises’ dining room, retains the spirit of dinners of yesteryear. The Chinese parlor evokes the 18th-century fascination with the East. The leather parlor, for its part, recalls the links between family history and broader history. The gallery continues to host gatherings and celebrations, while the library preserves the spirit of the naturalists and humanists who left their mark on the estate.

In 2014, the Saporta family transferred the Château de Fonscolombe to the Martel family. Under the leadership of Hélène Martel-Massignac, a major restoration project was carried out in collaboration with Bâtiments de France, artisan craftsmen, and heritage architects. After twelve months of planning and eighteen months of construction, the château opened in 2018 as a hotel, returning to its original purpose: that of a true family home.

And the restaurant? Located in the historic salons, with a terrace overlooking the listed gardens, the Michelin-starred restaurant La Table de l’Orangerie offers refined and inventive Provençal cuisine under the guidance of Chef Marc Fontanne. 

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What sets it apart?

• The former parish priest’s pond has been transformed into a heated pool surrounded by a wooden deck where guests can relax on lounge chairs 
• A wellness area located in a vaulted room featuring a steam room, treatment room, and fitness center
• An exceptional 12-hectare botanical garden, designed in the 19th century by Gaston de Saporta.

Château de Fonscolombe
50 rooms, rates starting at 356 euros per night
Route de Saint-Canadet, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade