Les Roches Blanches Cassis, France

A serene sea-side stay in picturesque Cassis, at a grand 19th-century manor with Art Deco flourishes – with breakfast, welcome drink and optional suite

Accommodation

The rooms and suites here come awash in refreshing soft neutrals and pastels, with Art Deco accents in gold throwing back to the hotel’s heritage – but never fear, there’s no gimmicky period themes here, it’s as authentic and tasteful as they come. Prestige rooms offer more space, and are done to the nines with classic French elegance, and some boast furnished balconies or terraces, with views onto either the sea or the gardens.

Deluxe rooms are perfectly appointed for a relaxing stay, whilst the Exclusive rooms boast more space, with views over the azure sea - some boast a small furnished balcony, and a statement-making emerald green chaise longue. For a truly luxurious stay, opt for the spacious Winston Churchill suite, which offers a roomy seating area, marble-clad en-suite, and large terrace, with sea views.

Amenities:

- Wi-Fi

- HD TV

- Air conditioning

- Nespresso coffee machine

- Courtesy tray

- Aqua di Parma bathroom amenities

- Safe

- Bathrobe and slippers

- Hairdryer

- Minibar

Dining

For fine Mediterranean dining, Les Belles Canailles is the place to be – with Chef Jean-Paul Cudennec at the helm, who has a Michelin star to his name, the menu here is all about simplicity, finesse, and fresh flavours in a bright and convivial atmosphere. Le Lounge Bar provides a more relaxed dining option, where the Chef’s menu has been reinterpreted into tapas-style small plates which revolve around fresh seafood – and great wine and cocktails, of course.

Wellness

Take a dip in the infinity pool, which boasts sublime views of sparkling sea, just a stone’s throw away. If that’s not quite enough R&R for you (and why should it be!) the luxurious spa Le Tigre obliges with a hammam and the option to treat yourself to a massage.

Location

Just a pine tree-laden path away from the Mediterranean Sea, Les Roches Blanches will delight lovers of nature, adventure and water sports alike: sea excursions on the hotel’s boat are a worthy indulgence, or else discover the Calanques and neighboring islands, relax on the beautiful beaches, or opt for more active endeavors like stand-up paddle boarding and tennis. Cassis is a tranquil and beautiful town framed by limestone cliffs, and is famed for its rocky beaches, old fishing port, and Cassis wine.