We traveled via car through the South of France for our honeymoon, after our wedding in Italy. This…read morewas absolutely a highlight. Thoughtfully- converted, truly unique boutique hotel tucked in a quiet street in a magical, storybook town. Could have spent the day itself enjoying the amazing art collection throughout the hotel! Frederic was amazing, cooked delicious food and did thoughtful things like park our car in a garage the moment we arrived, made us tea in our room. We had complete privacy but also felt thoughtfully cared for and hosted, every need anticipated. A plethora of dining options around the beautiful town with rivers running through it were steps away. We merely stopped at one of the many options for dinner, and at a wine bar open until late. Breakfast of freshly prepared and personalized food, beautifully presented, was another highlight. The owners made the thoughtful details and carefully anticipated service look effortless, but there must have been incredible work behind it. Anyone who would overlook this experience for a large hotel is truly missing out. We will definitely return some day!

Mansion turned guest retreat. Global art, eclectic music, outstanding mind-reading hosts, and…read moredelightful, relaxing spaces. Beautiful evening and adorable village!

I have never been more impressed with a european luxury resort as I was with Hotel Crillon Le…read moreBrave. This last summer, my husband and I traveled through parts of Southern France and Northern Italy for a few weeks and simply, no other hotel compared to our stay than here at HCLB. (Not yet anyways) Because we came to France to celebrate our birthdays and an early one year anniversary, we did not mind emptying our wallets for our lavish trip. And HCLB was certainly worth it. HCLB is a young and upcoming hotel situated at the foot of famous Mt. Ventoux and nestled atop of the hill village of Crillon Le Brave. By car, you can reach HCLB from Avignon in ~45 minutes if you don't get lost or make stops along your way. You'll quickly learn in the South of France that most provencal villages are teeny tiny and could be as few as 3 or 4 winding main streets wrapped around a market. In the case of HCLB, the property is the heart of the village and all of the winding streets lead up to it. The property of this pristinely kept hotel is nothing short of impressive and stunning. As a young hotel, they are aesthetically much more in tuned with the rustic modern looks we often find in luxury travel publications. Rooms & chambers are strategically located throughout the compound, allowing each room a sense of privacy and a unique view. In our particular room, we enjoyed a refreshing view of the rolling hills and cobblestone steps leading to the base of the village through a french styled bay window. Decor in the room was simple just like the provencal way of life, but did feature a plush queen sized bed, cozy reading chairs, bose sound system, classic clawfoot bathtub, his & her sink and also a his & her showers. Naturally, being in Provence, complimentary luxe artisanal soaps and L'occitane were provided/replaced daily. With the rest of the property, they continue to impress with several choice lounging areas to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine from the Cotes du Ventoux. The staggered layers of the compound allow for an extremely breath-taking view of Mt. Ventoux no matter where you are. Aesthetics aside, HCLB offers a wide range of concierge services and day packages. Although, I cannot say they have everything nailed down - they are constantly working hard to improve themselves, take feedback and do as much as they can. While we were there, they were the most helpful with making several arrangements at different wineries, restaurants, spa appointments and day trips (biking, horseback riding, picnics). That in itself, was kind of amazing since everywhere else we stayed, the concierge often seemed inflexible or unresponsive. Only thing that I would advise, regardless of where you go, is be specific. [At HCLB, we did their "Crillon for Two" package which included a guided bike tour down Mt Ventoux (a famous leg of the Tour De France competitions) which they said anyone could do it - but let's just say, this is not for the faint of heart!] The next few things I want to quickly mention is the food, service and value. The food at their restaurant was one of our favorite meals, (sadly, we had grown a bit weary from the long 8+ course french meals and HCLB typically has you ordering ala carte not pre fixe) because it was very provencal, fresh and a little more innovative. My recommendations for anyone visiting would be their provencal leg of lamb that is roasted over fireplace, their pan roasted scallops with ventoux pork belly and their pan roasted foie gras. All very worthy of their calories... Furthermore, during the evening, the sunset & moonrise on the Ventoux appellations are really something as a live jazz duo simultaneously softly serenades diners in the background. I was in awe at how clear the skies were and how close the moon looked. Absolutely perfect. Additionally, in the mornings, they offer a hearty spread of french pastries, breads, jams, fruit and cured meats. Service here is top-notch, and it's noticeably different from other establishments in the area. They require staff to be bilingual in French and English (which was a great relief for me since I don't speak French and my husband has forgotten all of his HS french) and have a couple employees that even hail in originally from the US. You will immediately feel a sense of warmth and genuine friendliness here, which is incredibly appreciated when traveling abroad in a foreign land and in a country that is stereotypically known for being arrogant. Not to mention, the type of guests that stay at HCLB are classy and friendly. Value wise, the place is not cheap but every bit worth your money if you were hoping to have a relaxing but luxurious visit. Most other places we visited charged just as much if not more, and we felt we were treated like a dime a dozen or the property itself was in some way lackluster. Overall, we liked this hotel so much that we would definitely come back to Provence just to stay here and that says a lot.

One of our favorite hotels during our two-week stay. FABULOUS staff that went above and beyond…read more Beautiful hotel and decor. While I understand the restaurant is lovely as well, we sadly chose not to dine there. Would stay here again without a doubt.

I would come here for drinks only for the nice view. While my husband liked his lamb chops, our…read moresteak and fish were mediocre at best. There is much better French food out there.

From the owner: David & Louisa sont heureux de vous recevoir dans une ambiance chaleureuse à la décoration soignée,…read moreréalisée par Louisa elle-même. En salle, l'équipe sera là pour vous accompagner des votre arrivée jusqu'à votre départ, afin de satisfaire au mieux vos demandes. Au rythme des saisons, David, Maître restaurateur et son équipe sauront réveiller vos papilles avec une cuisine française vu et élaborée avec des produits frais.

Former home of the Marquis de Sade. Beautiful building. Nice grounds. Nice breakfast. Friendly…read morestaff. Well located

This place was really amazing. The staff are super helpful and the facilities are exquisite. I…read moresuggest the garden room since they have a full shower and great outdoor access. The food was also amazing.

First of all, I want to state that the owner of this hotel is really a terrific person. He and his…read morestaff greeted us every morning for breakfast and did everything possible to make us feel welcome -- and like a part of their family. La Bastide is a nice little family run hotel on the Main Street of Entraigues sur-la-sourge. The reason we stayed at this particular hotel had to do with its proximity to a family member who we needed to visit every day. Judged by European hotel standards, this is a really nice little spot in a quiet little town in the south of France. If you are offered the option of breakfast, I suggest that you pay for it! The coffee alone is absolutely terrific, along with the pastries, bread and other items offered. In addition, the room which we used had a tremendously powerful and hot shower available, which was absolutely essential after a long day. There is also an SNCF train station nearby. This station can connect you to either Carpentras or Avignon for a very modest amount. In addition, you could also access the TGV via this local train network. There is also access to the local bus system if that is important to you. Basically, this hotel offers everything needed for either a weekend getaway or a short stay for business travelers. We did stay quite a bit longer and we're glad to have a warm comfortable place to sleep at night, comfortable beds, French TV, and privacy. While we were unable to take advantage of the restaurant for dinner, it does have exceedingly high ratings. This hotel does offer turn down service and towel replenishment every day. However, you also have the option to refuse either or both. I would also say that the rating for this hotel should be upgraded. While it is not a luxury hotel, the amenities offered are more than sufficient for a comfortable stay. Finally, the owner of the hotel worked with us to obtain some locally roasted coffee, which he also runs in his espresso machine. He could not have been more helpful in this regard, and this is the definition of true hospitality! Should we return to this area, we have every intention of staying here again, perhaps in the summer, so that we could use the pool.

Great location, centrally located. Everything within walking distance. Free parking, free wifi and…read morebreakfast included in the room price. Paid 59 euros which was not expensive. I had a room on ground level overlooking the car park and surrounding areas. Room was clean, quiet and has enough room for two. Room Tip: I had room 107, quiet (at the end of corridor). Overlooking the car park and surrounding areas.

From the owner: L'Hôtel Les Névons est heureux de vous accueillir dans un environnement calme, chaleureux et…read moreconvivial. Situé le long d'une Sorgue bordée de marronniers, à 3 minutes à pied du centre ville, des brocantes et des antiquités, la Venise du Comtat est une station verte au cœur de la Provence. Gentillesse de l'accueil et douceur de l'atmosphère, toute l'équipe de l'Hôtel saura vous conseiller au mieux pour rendre votre séjour agréable. Idéalement situé pour découvrir les trésors cachés du Luberon tel Gordes, Fontaines de Vaucluse, Roussillon et ses ocres... , vous pourrez après une journée bien remplie vous ressourcer au bord de la piscine bénéficiant d'une vue exceptionnelle sur la région. La Provence a son paradis en Vaucluse, les Papes ont leur palais en Avignon, les Dieux avaient leur résidence secondaire à l'Isle sur la Sorgue. Recommandé par le Guide Michelin, le guide du Routard.