Holiday villages and unusual accommodation France

Set in the heart of the rue du Minage, famous for its arcades and its art of living, this hotel has its magnificent entrance and parking to leave your car quiet. Once your suitcases are placed, you will no longer need to use it as central: Cafes, restaurants, shops, monuments… everything is within walking distance. 25 rooms and 29 suites grouped into several categories: classic, luxury or panoramic, all offering a beautiful area and a high level of comfort. The Classic rooms overlook the courtyard of honor, the Deluxe rooms located in the historical part of the building, partly overlooking the garden and its quiet for their calm. What about panoramic rooms? Just a wonder! With their carefully decorated decoration, fresh fruit platter and magnificent view of La Rochelle, they promise more than just a night. The facilities are very close to the hotel and the heated swimming pool, the garden which offers a pleasant setting as well as a nice list of wines to be enjoyed in a magnificent bar… A real haven of peace.

Near the centre of Megève, a mountain-style hotel and club set up to welcome families and couples in a friendly atmosphere who want to enjoy skiing and hiking as well as all the sporting activities in Megève and its surroundings. 57 rooms, many of which seem to need renovation, and 16 fully renovated and perfectly equipped apartments open onto the splendid view of the Mont-Blanc region's mountains. Children are particularly spoiled with a free club and adapted activities in season, while parents enjoy a fitness area with free access (sauna, hammam and whirlpool bath). In summer, we have fun and relax by the pool. We meet as a family by the fire to drink hot chocolate, before eating in the panoramic room of the restaurant Les Trois Marmottes where we savour Savoyard cuisine. A complete address.

It is no surprise that, for the first time, there is an entire route dedicated to the arrivals of the Pierre & Vacances residences. Gérard Brémond, founder and president of Pierre & Vacances, was with Jean Vuarnet at the origin of the creation of Avoriaz. The very concept of these tourist residences was created to meet the accommodation needs of future residents. Buildings in harmony with the original architecture of the station, with facades oriented towards the sunniest side, at different levels of comfort including a 5 stars - the new luxury residence in the area of the Cliff: Pierre & Vacances Premium Amara, with swimming pool and spa - but also 4 stars - Sepia, Electra and Crozats are recent constructions while Antares has undergone a quality renovation - 3 stars - The Saskia Falaise with a view over Morzine and the station, and the recent Tillia located at the entrance to the station - and a 2 star - White Fountains, in the heart of the station. A range of accommodations from the smallest to the most comfortable, for all budgets.

This pleasant small family hotel is located in a very quiet area, 300 metres from the beach and the bay of Portissol. The rooms are not very spacious but are well kept and all have shower, toilet and TV. Outside you will find a swimming pool with deckchairs and parasols. The whole is very correct. The Chez Bernard restaurant, open to all, offers a varied menu: sea side, cassolette of seafood to cream cream on bed of leeks, or fairway from octopus to the Provençal; land side, including rib steaks and rib ribs to all sauces.

Residence equipped with an indoor swimming pool with a panoramic view over the mountain. The Terraces of Veret are located in Flaine Forest in a quiet environment and especially close to the city centre. Apartments with simple but comfortable decor, a sunny terrace balcony, direct access to the slopes, many facilities for a family rental at reasonable prices. You can also relax in the Jacuzzi and enjoy the sauna!

This tourist residence of the chain Goelia, is located as its name indicates it only a few kilometers (14 km) from Honfleur. It proposes 120 T 2 and T 2 + room-cabin units distributed in small buildings around a reception and various leisure facilities: Tennis, boules, indoor swimming pool, spa with whirlpool bath, sauna, massages… A good address to relax, recharge and enjoy the Riviera Fleurie.

Located 1 500 metres from the town centre, on the heights of Bandol, this tourist residence overlooks the bay of Sanary-Bandol, in a decor of pine trees and garrigue of 2 hectares. Composed of 7 small buildings with modern architecture, it offers many benefits to make your life enjoyable, including free shuttles by minibus 6 days a week, to the city centre and beaches, 2 return-back in the morning, 2 trips in the afternoon. All rooms exposed south, facing the sea and the islands of Bendor and Des, enjoy magnificent terraces.

To the south of Bastia in Corsica, in a Mediterranean area of 26 hectares, near a beach and the chestnut forest of Castagniccia. Beautiful hikes are required, as well as visits of the perched villages of Taglio and Isolaccio. Day entertainment, aperitif and evening entertainment are available. You can take your meals in one of the two restaurants, the Alpana (buffet) and the Altore (table service, on reservation, participation 1 €) and sip a cocktail at the U CAFFE bar overlooking the pool. Glacier service, beach bar in summer. Children and youth clubs available.

A few metres from the ski lifts in the highest area of the station, this residence underwent a complete renovation.

This vacabces village is located in the heart of a 22 hectare wooded park. Nearby, tourist places of great interest such as Saint Malo, Cancale, Dinan, the canal of Ille and Rance. There are many activities in the park and surrounding area. The nearby lake of Rophemel allows you to walk on the lake by kayak or foot on its shore. Note that the village's treetop course is free! A perfect stay in green with a family.

Nestled in the sumptuous surroundings of the Mont Blanc country, a few kilometres from Megève, the village of Des is the ski and local association. At the gates of the Espace Diamant connecting six stations of Arly and Saisies, offering 192 km of slopes, the residence of the Essertets is 800 m from the Mécaniques ski lifts, 1 km from the Crêt and the ski school of Praz-sur-Arly, served by the free shuttle. For glisse, the area also welcomes: snow, boarders cross, slalom stages, luge space, and a cross-country ski loop and snowshoes. Two options for choice: a house or apartment for five people with a simple, well equipped and equipped kitchen, catering, bar, library, games, ski area, summer swimming pool… or in room (club formula with meals and activities included). The atmosphere is warm and family-friendly.

With its charming architecture, close to all the shops (the thermal baths are 900 metres away), everything is here to ensure that you can fully enjoy your stay. At the foot of the Pic du Midi and the famous Aspin and Tourmalet passes, the residence offers furnished apartments in a hotel style and we appreciate its cheerful colours as well as a real comfort linked to the 3 stars that distinguish it. Perfectly equipped, studios and duplexes no longer wait for you to slide your feet under the table! A terrace with garden furniture is at your disposal for "idleness" or to share a pleasant moment with family or friends. You can also take advantage of the private parking and the ski room. We appreciate all these services that make Les Palombières an address where we can stay in the privacy of an apartment while enjoying the comfort of a hotel. Christine welcomes you with warmth, a little more always pleasant.

This place does not look like the residences you are used to. Located at St. Catherine's point, it is integrated in Fort de la Harbour, a historic building located within a fortified town. An exceptional historical setting! Far from everything? No, not really. In the interest of being quiet, in an idyllic and restful place, it is only 100 m from the beach and 250 m from the shops! And yes, we must not forget that the island is small! The striking trail offers a 360 ° panorama on the surrounding islands and lands, as well as on Fort Boyard… That alone! And then, to this little paradise on earth adds the swimming pool (discovery and heated, open from June to September) and leisure facilities (playground for children, billiards and piano in the lobby, table of ping-pong). There are studios for 2 people, studios with mezzanine for 4 people, two rooms and three pieces. Without forgetting the luggage equipment, automatic laundry, bicycle room… And lounge with fireplace for the winter.

To live best Alps under a blue sky, it is of course in Salle-les-Alpes in the Alps d'azur. A great holiday destination, a set of fantastic amenities for the whole family and all needs. Here, everyone can enjoy a stay at your own pace, practicing in the best conditions the activity of your choice. Outside, it is snow, ski (with transportation at the foot of the slopes), hiking in total freedom. Inside, the Multi-sports complex, it is volleyball, basketball, football, petanque, table tennis, without forgetting the new outdoor playgrounds... In Aquazur, it is rest and relaxation guaranteed in the indoor heated pool, Spa, sauna, hammam or the gym. And many other activities throughout the year, winter and summer. As for accommodation, all the rooms offer good comfort and Wi-fi is available in each of them. The restaurant, a completely renovated, modern, warm room and more pleasant, serving quality cuisine with dessert buffets and mountain specialities. Even the pleasure of a drink on the terrace, with the possibility to eat outside. Impossible not to fall for such a setting? Futé recommends without reserve.