A curated selection of the best and most beautiful beach hotels and holiday homes with ocean view. France
Are you looking for a luxurious hotel on a beautiful beach with golden sand, a villa above the bright blue sea or a small bed & breakfast on a rugged cliff overlooking the ocean? Longing for a few relaxing days on the beach to finally feel the warm sun on your skin again? Discover our selection of the best charming beach hotels and seaside accommodations and let yourself be enchanted. From family-run romantic B&Bs near the ocean to luxury hotels on the beach, our portfolio offers a wide variety of lodgings on some of the most beautiful coasts. Our list ranges from contemporary and stylish places to stay in trendy coastal regions all the way to coastal getaways filled with history in off-the-beaten-track locations. But they all have one thing in common: they have been personally selected by us for their excellence, authenticity and beauty so that you don't have to worry about anything and can simply enjoy your dream vacation by the coast.
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Hôtel Les Hortensias du Lac
Boutique HotelLes Hortensias du Lac offers beautiful and relaxing accommodation in a serene and tranquil location. The seaside resort of Hossegor is full of sandy beaches, perfect for making the most of the Atlantic surf. The hotel is only 200m from the closest...- Lake
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- 25 rooms
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- from 225.00 EUR
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La Bâtisse en Blanc
Bed and BreakfastWelcome to the luxury B&B hotel La Bâtisse en Blanc, a magnificent retreat located in the charming seaside village of Golfe-Juan! Here you'll find everything you need for a refreshing getaway in a beautifully maintained and delightfully renovated...- Coast
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- 8 rooms
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- from 200 EUR
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L'Esprit du Port
Holiday ApartmentIn the Basse Normandie, France, Laurence and Astrid have created this exquisite apartment, which provides the perfect base to discover and enjoy the sweet Normandie lifestyle. Here, it is all about modern design, wide spaces and style. The apartme...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 4 people
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- from 200 EUR
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Ty Mad
Boutique Hotel- France
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- Brittany
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- Finistère
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- Douarnenez
Ty Mad is a charming hotel in Douarnenez – a renowned Breton sea port – that dates back to the twenties when celebrities such as Picasso, Breton and, especially, Max Jacob were frequent visitors. It features 17 bedrooms – 11 of which facing the...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 11 rooms
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- from 115 EUR
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Les Oliviers Villa 5*
Holiday home villaIn the heart of an old silk mill from the 18th-century in Provence, this exclusive villa offers a luxurious and modern stay. Villa Les Oliviers is integrated in a 20,000 square meter garden and forest in the Luberon National Park. The interior of...- Wine Country
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- 3 people
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- from 256 EUR
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Domaine Des Clos
Hotel & Self-CateringLe Domaine des Clos is an 18th-century Provençal farmhouse with the option of self-catering rooms or self-catering flats. The grounds are about 4 hectares in a rural setting, surrounded by orchards and vineyards.The property is the fruit of decade...- Countryside
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- 18 rooms
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- from 128 EUR
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Grand Hôtel de Cala Rossa & Spa
Luxury HotelLeaving Cala Rossa is the hardest thing. Nestled in a secluded cove along the Gulf of Porto Vecchio, the Grand Hotel de Cala Rossa was only a normal family house for four decades.After undergoing major renovations, the hotel is now a truly unique...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 41 rooms
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- from 374 EUR
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Grand Hotel Des Bains
Boutique HotelThe belle époque feel Grand Hotel des Bains is one of those places that do things in a simple, low key way and does them all very, very well. If you want tranquillity, then the quaint seaside town of Locquirec in Finistère is hard to beat. Vi...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 36 rooms
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- from 129.00 EUR
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Hotel Beaufort
Boutique HotelThis 19th century manor house is a delight on many levels. Historically, it was one of the first hotels to be built on the lovely St. Malo seaside broad walk. It has experience on its side, so to speak. Also, it is only an enjoyable 30 minute walk...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 22 rooms
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- from 120 EUR
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Hotel des Ormes
Boutique HotelHôtel des Ormes is an attractive ivy-covered mansion that Flavia and Jose de Mello – Brazilian and Portuguese, respectively – bought in 2004 and converted into an elegant hotel with 14 bedrooms. This 19th century Norman residence of the bisho...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 14 rooms
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- from 120 EUR
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Hotel Les Arnelles
Boutique HotelAt Les Arnelles, it is nature that reigns supreme, not man-made stuff. So if you’re simply looking to get away from it all, in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings Carmague style, and perhaps do a spot of horse riding (Les Arnelles has its own...- Village
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- 15 rooms
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- from 185 EUR
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Hôtel Pruly
Boutique HotelThe sun, the cinema, the stars, the tourist ... and a charming boutique hotel called Villa Pruly Hôtel. With nearly 2 million visitors per year, Cannes is the ideal destination for leisure tourism. Totally aware of this potential clientele, Vi...- City
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- 14 rooms
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- from 167 EUR
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Hôtel U Capu Biancu
Hotel & Self-CateringAt the southern tip of Corsica, between Porto-Vecchio and Bonifacio, you will find the Hotel U Capu Biancu, a perfect mixture of authentic Corsican simplicity with a touch of refinement which makes it really enjoyable. The location, perfectly nest...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 40 rooms
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- from 350 EUR
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Hotel Villa Rivoli
Bed and BreakfastVilla Rivoli is an exclusive boutique hotel located in a Belle-Epoque style house. This hotel is situated at the very heart of the historical town of Nice.Its 24 rooms are perfectly equipped with air conditioner, complimentary tea and coffee facil...- Historic Quarters
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- 24 rooms
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- from 91 EUR
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L'Agapa
Spa HotelIn many respects, the L’Agapa is a unique hotel. Huddled up high above the rocks, the setting alone would lay claim to that, as it overlooks the Rose Coast of Brittany and the dazzling views that this entails – in effect, before you only untame...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 45 rooms
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- from 150 EUR
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La Dimora
Boutique HotelDo you want to experience Corsica in a paradisaical environment? The imposing hotel La Dimora makes it possible!This historical farmhouse, built during the 18th century, has been transformed into a luxury four star hotel where all your dreams can...- Countryside
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- 17 rooms
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- from 180 EUR
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La Maison Matelot
Holiday ApartmentsThis simple, but beautiful little house is located in a small fishing port in Normandy called Port-en-Bessin. It is part of one of the villages in the north of France characterised by its history, the beauty of its natural environment and its...- Coast
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- 3 properties
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- from 150 EUR
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La Villa Mauresque
Luxury HotelLuxury Riviera Retreat. So you think the French Riviera is perhaps too crowded, has lost its mystique or authenticity? Think again. Even here, after years of development, you can find little secret gems and the Villa Mauresque is a case in po...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 11 rooms
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- from 235 EUR
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Le Lodge Kerisper
Bed and BreakfastSome years ago, Claude and Philipe Favre followed their dreams and left the hustle of Paris for the tranquility and beauty of western France. They were, in fact following a life-long vision of setting up a charming Brittany hotel that combined...- Village
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- 20 rooms
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- from 100 EUR
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Maison Mèze
Bed and Breakfast & self-cateringEnjoy a unique stay in Mèze, an old fishing town in the Languedoc wine region of southern France, with narrow streets, a picturesque harbor, and fantastic food. Hotel Maison Mèze is located right in the heart of the old town of this lively coastal...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 4 rooms
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- from 270 EUR
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Mer Nature
Holiday ApartmentThis spacious former fisherman's house is located just 30 metres from the sea in the fishing village of Port-en-Bessin in Normandy. The house has been recently renovated but retains much the original wood and stone materials. It is divided i...- Countryside
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- 3 people
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- from 165 EUR
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Poisson Nomade
Holiday ApartmentIf you're looking for the ideal place for a family holiday then Poisson Nomade is definitely for you. Set in a quaint fisherman's house surrounded by the cobbled alleys of the old Port-en-Bessin, the house is only 50 metres from the sea. The rusti...- Coast
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- 4 people
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- from 250 EUR
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Villa Reine Hortense
Boutique Hotel- France
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- Brittany
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- Ille-et-Vilaine
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- Dinard
There's an interesting little history to this hotel. It was allegedly built by the Russian prince Vlassov, in tribute to Queen Hortense de Beauharnais (daughter of Joséphine de Beauharnais, who is better known as Napolean's wife, no less!). By...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 8 rooms
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- from 160 EUR
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Villa Tri Men
Boutique Hotel- France
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- Brittany
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- Finistère
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- Sainte Marine
Villa Tri Men is nestled in a unique environment, full of life and nature. Just two steps from the Sainte-Marine port and located in the Odet river bank, this ancient house fully refurbished holds 19 rooms and cabins perfectly integrated in the la...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 19 rooms
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- from 145 EUR
Our short listed lodgings
Below you will find some more lovely accommodations we have recently discovered and that we will publish soon. You can book them through booking.com in the meantime.
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Bateau Libre
Boutique HotelInspired by the ocean, Bateau Libre invites you to set sail for a stay and appreciate a Breton art of living. Located close to the stunning beaches and vibrant local attractions of Bénodet, Bateau Libre is the perfect getaway for those seeking tranquility and a touch of seaside elegance. Enjoy panoramic views, nautical decor, and innovative Breton cuisine.- Coast
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- 12 rooms
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- from 83 EUR
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Hotel Palmito
Boutique HotelSet in the Old Town in Biarritz, the hotel Palmito ist just a few steps away from the beach. It is an eco-friendly hotel with stylish decor inspired by nature and travel and it offers 18 comfy rooms. The hotel is especially recommended by families with kids and guests can enjoy a continental buffet breakfast daily.- Countryside
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- 18 rooms
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- from 80 EUR
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Les Frères Ibarboure - Table et Hôtel
Luxury HotelIn Bidart, in the French Basque Country, Les Frères Ibarboure hotel by Xabi and Patrice, a chef and pastry chef, is nestled within a five-hectare estate. With fourteen modern rooms and a serene outdoor pool, the hotel offers a peaceful atmosphere. However, the true gem is the Michelin-starred restaurant, where the Ibarboure brothers and their outstanding team provide a unique culinary experience.- Coast
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- 14 rooms
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- from 275 EUR