- The 2025 ranking by La Revue des Hôtels distinguishes the 10 best luxury establishments in France based on criteria of service, spa, and location.
- The Hôtel Regina Experimental in Biarritz offers 72 rooms with ocean views and a spa using Susanne Kaufmann products.
- The Hôtel Cour des Loges in Lyon stands out for its Renaissance decor and its gourmet restaurant led by chef Anthony Bonnet.
- The ranking includes iconic establishments such as La Folie Douce in Chamonix, La Bastide de Gordes in Provence, and the Hôtel Royal Riviera in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
Every year, La Revue des Hôtels offers you a selection of the 10 best luxury hotels throughout France. We evaluate each establishment based on room quality, location, services, spa, and our readers’ reviews. Here is our official ranking of the best French hotels in 2025…
10 – Hôtel Regina Experimental, Biarritz
Located on a cliff facing the ocean, this luxury hotel overlooks the bay of Biarritz.
Rooms and Suites: The 72 white, blue, dark green, and Basque red rooms are accessible from corridors opening onto the atrium and offer stunning views of the ocean or the Biarritz golf course.
Services: The hotel offers an Alpine-inspired spa with Susanne Kaufmann products, a heated outdoor pool, and a personalized concierge service.
Dining: The hotel’s restaurant, Frenchie Biarritz, offers creative cuisine rooted in Basque culinary culture.
Pros:
- Stunning ocean view.
- Luxury spa and heated pool.
Cons:
- Can be far from the city centre.
Address: 52 Avenue Impératrice, 64200 Biarritz, France.
9 – Hôtel Cour des Loges, Lyon
Nestled in Old Lyon, this hotel combines historic charm with modern comfort.
Rooms and Suites: The rooms and suites are decorated in a Renaissance style with exposed beams and intricate artwork. Services: The hotel offers a spa with an indoor pool, sauna, hammam, and hot tub, as well as a personalized concierge service. Dining: The gourmet restaurant Les Loges, led by chef Anthony Bonnet, offers refined cuisine highlighting local products.
Pros:
- Historic and charming location.
- An absolutely exceptional luxury spa, probably the most beautiful in France, adorned with Roman statues that enrich the decor, and complemented by an extraordinary gourmet restaurant.
Cons:
- High prices.
Address: 6 Rue du Boeuf, 69005 Lyon, France.
8 – Hôtel La Folie Douce, Chamonix
Located at the foot of Mont Blanc, this hotel offers a breathtaking view of the Alps.
Rooms and Suites: The modern and spacious rooms are equipped with large bay windows offering a spectacular view of the mountains. Services: The hotel offers an Alpine spa, an indoor pool, and mountain activities such as skiing and hiking. Dining: The hotel’s restaurant offers traditional Savoyard dishes as well as international cuisine.
Pros:
- Breathtaking view of the Alps.
- Varied mountain activities.
Cons:
- Can be noisy during high season.
Address: 62 Allée du Majestic, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France.
7 – Hôtel La Bastide de Gordes, Provence
Located in the charming village of Gordes, this hotel offers an authentic Provençal experience.
Rooms and Suites: The tastefully decorated rooms offer picturesque views of the Luberon valley.
Services: The hotel features a luxury spa, outdoor pools, and magnificent gardens.
Dining: The hotel’s gourmet restaurant offers refined Provençal cuisine.
Pros:
- Picturesque and quiet setting.
- Luxury spa and pools.
Cons:
- Limited access to public transport.
Address: Rue de la Combe, 84220 Gordes,
6 – Hôtel Royal Riviera, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Located on the French Riviera, this hotel offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean.
Rooms and Suites: The elegant rooms are equipped with private balconies offering a sea view. Services: The hotel offers a luxury spa, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Dining: The hotel’s restaurant offers Mediterranean specialties.
Pros:
- View of the Mediterranean.
- Luxury spa and private beach.
Cons:
- High prices in high season.
Address: 3 Avenue Jean Monnet, 06230 Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France.
5 – Hôtel Villa La Coste, Aix-en-Provence
Located in a vineyard, this hotel offers a luxurious and artistic experience.
Rooms and Suites: The spacious rooms offer a view of the vineyards and contemporary sculptures. Services: The hotel offers a luxury spa, vineyard tours, and art exhibitions. Dining: The hotel’s gourmet restaurant offers dishes prepared with local and organic ingredients.
Pros:
- Artistic and natural setting.
- Spa and vineyard tours.
Cons:
- Can be far from urban centres.
Address: 2750 Route de la Cride, 13610 Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade, France.
4 – Hôtel Les Sources de Caudalie, Bordeaux
Located in the heart of the Bordeaux vineyards, this hotel offers a unique wine tourism experience.
Rooms and Suites: The elegant rooms offer a view of the vineyards and the lake. Services: The hotel offers a vinotherapy spa, vineyard tours, and an outdoor pool. Dining: The hotel’s restaurant offers refined cuisine, highlighting local products.
Pros:
- Vinotherapy spa and vineyard tours.
- Peaceful and natural setting.
Cons:
- Can be far from the city centre.
Address: Chemin de Smith Haut Lafitte, 33650 Martillac, France.
3 – Hôtel Peninsula, Paris
Located just 400 metres from the Arc de Triomphe, this 5-star hotel offers a spa, a 22-metre indoor pool, and a rooftop restaurant with a panoramic view of Paris.
Rooms and Suites: The spacious and elegantly decorated rooms are equipped with the latest technology and offer modern comfort. Services: The hotel offers a luxury spa, an indoor pool, and a personalized concierge service. Dining: The rooftop restaurant offers a panoramic view of Paris and serves refined dishes combining French and international cuisine.
Pros:
- Stunning view of Paris.
- Incredible luxury spa and indoor pool.
- Its massive and unique architecture in Paris.
- Its Tea-Time and its restaurant L’Oiseau Blanc with its 360-degree view of Paris.
Cons:
- High prices.
Address: 19 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France.
2 – Hôtel & Spa Royal Champagne, Reims
Located in the heart of the Champagne region, this hotel offers a luxurious and unforgettable experience.
Rooms and Suites: The spacious rooms and suites offer a stunning view of the Champagne vineyards and are decorated with elegance and modernity. Services: The hotel offers a luxury spa, an indoor and outdoor pool, as well as a fitness centre. Services also include guided tours of local vineyards. Dining: The hotel’s gourmet restaurant offers refined cuisine, highlighting local products and Champagne specialties.
Pros:
- Panoramic view of the Champagne vineyards.
- Luxury spa and indoor/outdoor pool.
Cons:
- Can be expensive for some travellers.
Address: 9 Rue de la République, 51160 Champillon, France.
1 – Hôtel Cheval Blanc Paris
Located at 8 Quai du Louvre, this hotel offers a Dior spa and a panoramic view of iconic monuments.
Dining: The Cheval Blanc Paris houses several restaurants, including Le Tout-Paris, a rooftop restaurant offering a panoramic view of Paris, and Le Jardin des Tuileries, a gourmet restaurant offering refined dishes prepared by Michelin-starred chefs.
Rooms and Suites: The 72 elegant rooms and suites are designed to offer exceptional comfort and privacy, with high-quality beds and marble bathrooms. Each room is equipped with the latest technology and offers a stunning view of the Seine and Parisian monuments.
Services: The hotel offers a world-renowned Dior spa, an indoor pool, an equipped gym, and 24-hour room service to meet all guests’ needs.
Pros
- Panoramic view and central location.
- Dior spa and luxury services.
- Gourmet restaurants with spectacular views.
Cons
- Very high prices
Address: 8 Quai du Louvre, 75001 Paris, France.
