Fodor's Expert Review Lou Calen

1 cours Gambetta, Cotignac, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 83570, France Fodor's Choice

To say this sustainable hotel is unique is an understatement—where else in Provence can you stay in a luxury cave with a bathroom set into the rocks or in a round pigeon tower with sweeping village and countryside views? For the less adventurous, the 200-year-old farmhouse offers a more conventional experience, where each of the large rooms and suites—complete with wood-burning stoves—opens onto a private terrace. The 7-acre property offers guests total repose among lush flower, fruit, and vegetable gardens (to stock the excellent Jardin Secret restaurant); ancient trees; lavender fields (for the bees); a large pool; a small vineyard; and stunning vistas everywhere you look. Didier's wine bar offers an extensive list of both wine and snacks, or you can head to the craft beer garden or the pastis bar. The discoveries never end, so you'd be wise to book more than one night.

PROS

  • an island of repose
  • in one of France's designated "most beautiful villages"
  • dining room has a Michelin Green star

CONS

  • quite expensive
  • some rooms are dark
  • too much to discover in one night

QUICK FACTS

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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 04–98–14–15–29

HOTEL DETAILS

14 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals

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