Hôtellerie du Bas-Bréau
Hotel and restaurant in the country
This secluded hunting lodge, surrounded by a sea of greenery on the outskirts of Fontainebleau forest, is an oasis of comfort and tranquillity. Once a favourite retreat for the artists of the Barbizon school, the lodge’s tastefully decorated rooms were more recently enjoyed by Emperor Hiro-Hito. A truly idyllic spot in which to savour gourmet cuisine and fine wines served in elegant crystal and silverware. ...Read more
France, Barbizon (Near Paris)

Auberge des Templiers
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ and hotel in the country
This former post house, beautifully restored by the Dépée family 60 years ago, was one of the first Relais & Châteaux. Savour a superb «ravioles de champignons des bois en impression d’herbes, fin velouté au jus de truffes» and enjoy prestigious wines in the restaurant overlooking a magnificent park full of hundred-year-old oaks. Explore the Loire châteaux, the beautiful Sologne forests and the vineyards of Sancerre and Pouilly. ...Read more
France, Boismorand (Near Paris)

Hostellerie La Briqueterie
Hotel and restaurant in a vineyard
This elegant country inn enjoys an exceptionally lush green setting in the heart of Champagne vineyards. Its gourmet restaurant looks onto a magnificent landscaped garden. Exquisite fabrics and furnishings. A melody of colours gives each room its own special character. To relax and unwind: an indoor pool, spa and wellness centre. ...Read more
France, Epernay (Near Paris)

Le Royal Champagne
Hotel and restaurant in a vineyard
This recently renovated former coach inn celebrates the very best of champagnes with more than 220 exceptional varieties and vintages of bruts and rosés. The cuisine matches the quality of the cellar. The guest rooms offer breathtaking vistas of the vineyards and the Marne valley. The ideal retreat for champagne enthusiasts who want to visit vineyards and wineries of grand Champagne houses. ...Read more
France, Champillon (Near Paris)

Château de Courcelles
Hotel and restaurant in the country
Cross the threshold of this magnificent XVIIth century château, set in the midst of an enchanting parkland, and you will understand why Racine, La Fontaine, the Dumas, father and son, and Jean Cocteau (who designed the staircase banister) fell under its spell. Its secret? Friendly service, comfortable, individually styled rooms and exquisite haute cuisine accompanied by a long list of exceptional champagnes. ...Read more
France, Courcelles-sur-Vesle (Near Paris)

Château Les Crayères
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ and hotel in a park
You will be received in an elegant turn-of-the XXth century residence set in a 7-hectare park in the heart of the town of Reims. Each room is lovingly furnished in a style of its own and the traditional cuisine of chef, Didier Elena, is a devoted disciple of modernity in which the flavours combine to conjure up true harmony on the plate. ...Read more
France, Reims (Near Paris)

Hôtel Brittany
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
An imposing granite building dating back to the XVIIth century. It once belonged to merchants and has been rebuilt, stone by stone, on the Sainte Barbe peninsula overlooking the port of Roscoff. Discreet, quiet elegance is the hallmark of this inviting residence where guests love to relax. Bright, contemporary rooms. The warm welcome is coupled with the mouth-watering delights of delicious seafood cuisine. ...Read more
France, Roscoff (Brittany)

Manoir de Lan-Kerellec
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
This XIXth century Breton manor, lovingly restored and decorated by Luce Daubé, lies on the Côte de Granit rose within walking distance of fine sand beaches. The guest rooms all overlook the sea while the cruiseliner-style dining room offers superb panoramic views of the coast and the local islands. Savour Loire wines and imaginative cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients from the sea and surrounding countryside. ...Read more
France, Trébeurden (Brittany)

Les Maisons de Bricourt
Restaurant ‘Relais Gourmand’ and hotel on the seafront
Three places, three raisons d’être for Jane and Olivier Rœllinger in their beloved, picturesque Saint-Malo region. The cottage «Les Rimains» faces the Cancale oyster beds, the «Château Richeux» and its seafront bistrot the «Coquillage» overlook Mont-Saint-Michel bay and the XVIIIth century traveller’s house is the childhood home of Olivier where he seasons vegetable and marine cuisine with a pinch of adventure. ...Read more
France, Cancale (Brittany)

Hôtel de la Plage
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
Contemplate the fiery splendour of a Breton sunset from the windows of this charming hotel, which has been welcoming guests with family-style hospitality since the 1920’s. Savour excellent regional cuisine, prepared with the local fishermen’s catch of the day. After an invigorating stroll along the sandy shore, the soothing sound of the waves will lull you to sleep in your cosy guest room. ...Read more
France, Sainte-Anne-la-Palud (Brittany)