French Boutique Hotels
I just returned from a great familiarization trip to France where I had the pleasure of experiencing some boutique 4- and 5-star hotels in France. I would love to share these French boutique hotels with you in a review of these special properties. All these properties were 60 or less rooms and had spectacular services throughout.
Paris France – Le Burgundy
This property has a contemporary atmosphere, is privately owned and very well located. It boasts a 1-star Michelin restaurant on property, a spa, hair salon and a full-size pool. The hotel is like a work of art, boasting art and sculptures throughout the property. The property has 59 rooms and suites. The property was entirely restructured between 2008 and 2010 and how is an ideal private house in the heart of Paris.
Honfleur, France – La Ferme St Simeon
The La Ferme St Simeon is a 17thy century inn. This hotel has a wonderful view of the river and is the cradle of the impressionist movement where rising artists came to be pampered. Relax in this quaint location with either a carriage ride or a spa session. There is art a plenty throughout this property and 2 gastronomic restaurants. Take a tour through Honfleur, the postcard picture town.
Normandy, France – Chateau La Cheneviere
This 5-star hotel on the Normandy coast is an 18th century manor house that is full of history. Chateau La Cheneviere was fully restored in 1988 which exudes peace, luxury and history! This hotel has 29 spacious rooms in total. If you are looking for a gastronomic experience, look no further than this Chateau. A great location to explore the Normandy beaches and if you are looking for an even more exciting experience, why not see the beaches and the American cemetery from the sky? We did this during our stay in a helicopter. Don’t forget to visit Bayeux and the Tapestry Museum while in the area.
Loire Valley, France – Hauts de Loire
The Loire Valley is covered in Chateaus (castles) and another great location for a helicopter tour through the area and see them all from the sky. A 19th century hunting lodge and now devoted to pleasant experiences and subtler pleasures in life. This hotel boasts a 2-star Michelin restaurant for your gastronomic exploration. Refinement and elegance with an amazing staff to make you feel most welcome. This property also has an amazing cooking school that is taught by the Michelin star chef.
St. Emilion, France – Grand Barrail Chateau
Moving on to the wine region of Bordeaux and St. Emilion, there is no better location to stay than this Chateau. This 5-star hotel offers a total of 46 guest rooms, in the Chateau (only 9 rooms) then rooms in the residency wing, the wellness wing and also the vineyard wing. Of course, they also have a gastronomic restaurant to enjoy! They have a spa, a fitness center and more. Built in 1902, Bordeaux is just 40 minutes away. St. Emilion is a mere 3 minutes by car away, where you can explore the history and experience the wine as well.
Are you looking to experience France? How about through a gastronomic experience? I would love to help you experience one or all of these amazing hotels and experiences. Let’s set up a chat and discuss your next France vacation.
