Homestays in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

A very special hotel, the Cardinal's private house 600 years ago, was purchased by the current family more than 100 years ago and opened as a hotel after being renovated. There are 5 all-suite hotels, a restaurant and two living rooms on the first floor, full of modern art decoration, everywhere show the taste of the owner. The room is biased towards classical and natural style. The room is large. There is a small room to put luggage at the door. The wash basin is a large iron shell. The bathtub is very deep and it is very comfortable to sit down. The garden is very large, known as the largest private garden in Avignon, with hundreds of years of eucalyptus trees, palms, a small bamboo forest, and even a goldfish pond. When the wind blows, the sound of the tree makes people fascinated. On one side of the garden is a small but delicate swimming pool surrounded by flowers and trees. The hotel does not provide lunch and dinner, but it is very close to the city center and it is very convenient to go out to eat. There are not many breakfast options, but the quality is very good. The bread is organic cereal, fresh and delicious, you can call it an omelette or scrambled eggs. This hotel is definitely the first choice for Avignon, you can experience the pure French style.

A very special hotel, the Cardinal's private house 600 years ago, was purchased by the current family more than 100 years ago and opened as a hotel after being renovated. There are 5 all-suite hotels, a restaurant and two living rooms on the first floor, full of modern art decoration, everywhere show the taste of the owner. The room is biased towards classical and natural style. The room is large. There is a small room to put luggage at the door. The wash basin is a large iron shell. The bathtub is very deep and it is very comfortable to sit down. The garden is very large, known as the largest private garden in Avignon, with hundreds of years of eucalyptus trees, palms, a small bamboo forest, and even a goldfish pond. When the wind blows, the sound of the tree makes people fascinated. On one side of the garden is a small but delicate swimming pool surrounded by flowers and trees. The hotel does not provide lunch and dinner, but it is very close to the city center and it is very convenient to go out to eat. There are not many breakfast options, but the quality is very good. The bread is organic cereal, fresh and delicious, you can call it an omelette or scrambled eggs. This hotel is definitely the first choice for Avignon, you can experience the pure French style.

We stayed on Saturday and Sunday nights at the hotel. 1. Location and views are absolutely stunning especially on a sunny day. 2. One of the Hotel’s restaurant turned us away at 8 pm on Saturday night saying they were fully booked. Every hotel of this calibre always retains tables for hotel guests hence this was bad service. Plus at check in on the same morning the receptionist did not say that it was advisable to book the restaurants in advance. It was clear that there were empty tables in the restaurant at the time plus numerous non-resident guests. We bumped into the hotel manager and gave our feedback. We ended up eating at the bar. The food was ok. 3. We had lunch at Cipressa restaurant next to the pool which is so lovely. Pity that this restaurant only opens from 12-3pm! Many guests with families would prefer to dine here in the evening in summer months. This is by far the best restaurant in the hotel. 4. The outdoor pool which is the biggest draw of this hotel was closed on Sunday due to rain. We were out and as the rain stopped around 4 pm and sun came out we rushed back to the hotel to enjoy the evening by the pool. Sadly the hotel didn’t bother to open up the pool and bar and the facilities were locked. We saw a few people rushing out of their rooms in costumes to the pool only to be disappointed. There was no staff present to explain why the hotel didn’t bother to open up the outdoor pool. Again disappointing service for a hotel of this level. 5. We hired a smart car from the hotel and this was useful. The hotel is literally in the middle of nowhere and quoted €50 for a ride to a restaurant which was 5 minutes by road. Hence hire your own car! 6. We used the spa and booked massages. Massages were good. Indoor pool was barely used as no one wanted to be indoors in the basement. 7. We had a disappointing incident whereby housekeeping left a dirty towel which we discovered as we opened it before a shower ( photo below). We showed the photo on check-out and staff did apologise but that’s about it. 8. Some staff were good but some quite surly and stiff like the spa receptionist. 9. There is a real contrast to the ambience on Saturday night when place was buzzing due to non resident guests compared to Sunday night when the place was literally dead. A few guests were walking around on Sunday evening trying to find some atmosphere. We ended up going out for dinner to a lovely local restaurant. 10. Worth knowing for families that there isn’t a door between the bedroom and bathroom. Maybe some rooms do offer it but ours didn’t. Overall a mixed experience and a bit deflating considering it is part of Relais & Chateax. There is so much potential in this place which needs to be tapped into.

A hotel that is solemnly recommended, the owner is very enthusiastic, the decoration is a bit ancient, but the facilities are completely modern, the room is oversized, and there is a terrace, which is thoughtful and comprehensive for the guests. The transportation is very convenient, suitable for self-driving travel, the Pope's Palace is open for 10 minutes. Ducks are arranged for dinner, with good red wine and cheese, a completely different experience.

We stayed for 3 nights. You can’t believe from the street with a school opposite what you will find - a hidden gem with lovely apartment room and a beautiful terrace with a small pool. We didn’t really get a chance to speak to Caroline but Mathieu was very engaging and helpful. Gave some lovely recommendations for restaurants and took us on an unforgettable wine tour. The add on breakfast was fabulous. We don’t normally eat breakfast in but could not have surpassed the breakfast here. We would definitely come back in a heartbeat.

We stayed at May de Capelou in May 2022. It is a beautiful farmhouse but it has a problem - mosquitoes - and lots of them. There is no mention in their publicity that the property is located on an island. Nor do they warn guests of the issues when they check-in. We were encouraged to book at their outdoor restaurant La Brousse on our first night, surrounded as it is by woodland and orchards, and we were eaten alive. The mosquitoes were everywhere, swarming over our heads and in our faces. The hotel don't mention either that that have 6 machines in operation to try and control the population which clearly don't work. My wife was severely bitten in spite of the fact she was dressed in long trousers, lace up shoes and a long sleeved top. Her leg swelled up and we were forced to leave after 2 days of a planned week. The manager Valerie was not sympathetic, giving the equivalent of a gallic shrug. When we informed her that we would be leaving, my wife spent the entire day in our room. At no time was there any enquiry from the hotel staff as to her welfare. Not a visit to the room or even a telephone call when they knew she was unwell. When we checked out at 1700 which the hotel were advised of, I felt sure that this small boutique hotel which is marketed as being ”like a private house” would at least give us a personal farewell. I would expect that under normal circumstances let alone after our experience. Not a single member of staff appeared, yet one was clearly visible sunning himself at the hotel pool. We left alone without a single word from the hotel. In summary I don't believe this hotel really cares for it's guests. They certainly did nothing for us in the wake of our experience showing a casual disregard for our wellbeing. I wrote to the manager when we returned home and gave them an opportunity to make a gesture of goodwill towards us in view of what happened. They were not interested except to say they would consider refunding something if they re-let the room Think very carefully before you book this hotel and consider the pitfalls.

There is a castle in the field! The environment is very quiet and romantic, with a huge phoenix tree at the door and a vineyard. The breakfast was very tasty, there was parma ham, the various jams were very fruity and never been eaten elsewhere. It is a place for a relaxing holiday. There is free parking.

Nothing to say really top everything is perfect breakfast very nice and very good

A very well placed house in the city centre that allows you to visit Arles with a very precious garage extremely pleasant decoration and a very comfortable room fully prepared pdj with regional and very nice products A moment of Ideal relaxation Unforget the warm welcome that makes this host house even more delicious