Garrigae Abbaye de Sainte Croix

The rooms and suites are set in the abbey’s former living quarters, including some renovated monastic cells. You can choose from double rooms, a Superior Double Room, a Suite, a Family Suite and a Duplex Suite. Room sizes range from 22 to 57 m². The Family Suite and Duplex Suite each have two bedrooms, while the Suite has a single bed and an extra-large double bed.

Room facilities include air conditioning, a private bathroom with a bath, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine. Several categories have a terrace, while the Duplex Suite stands out for its balcony and two bathrooms. Some rooms overlook the garden or offer a view. Family rooms have two separate sleeping areas, making them suitable for stays with several guests. Some rooms are accessible only by stairs.

The heated outdoor pool provides a place to swim on site. Sun loungers and pool or beach towels are available, and the pool is enclosed by a fence. For relaxation, the hotel offers a sauna, body, scalp, couples’, foot and back massages, as well as a spa and relaxation area. The panoramic sauna has different opening hours in winter and in fine weather.

La Table de L’Abbaye serves refined cuisine and local wines on the terrace. Breakfast can be continental, vegetarian or gluten-free, or served as a buffet. Children’s menus and menus for special diets are also available on request. A bar, room service, free Wi-Fi throughout the property and free private parking with a charging station complete the facilities. Pets are admitted on request, with a possible surcharge.

Salon-de-Provence is a Provençal town between the Alpilles and the Étang de Berre, with an old town of narrow streets, squares and southern French façades. You can explore its heritage on foot: the Maison de Nostradamus recalls the astrologer who lived in the town, while the Clock Tower is one of the historic landmarks in the centre. This stop suits travellers looking to combine urban heritage, Provençal landscapes and trips by car.

Salon-de-Provence town centre is about 3 km from the hotel. The Collégiale Saint-Laurent and the Maison de Nostradamus offer a glimpse into local history; Château de La Barben, 6 km away, is a medieval castle set in an extensive estate. The hilltop village of Miramas-le-Vieux, 13 km away, has old lanes and views over the Étang de Berre. Salon railway station is 3.8 km away. Marseille-Provence Airport, 23 km away, serves the region; a car makes it easier to explore the towns and villages.

In spring and autumn, the temperatures are pleasant for visiting historic centres and exploring the surrounding area. In summer, the Provençal heat makes it worth planning visits early in the day and spending the hottest hours by the pool. You can combine a stroll through old Salon, a visit to Château de La Barben and a meal on the abbey terrace in one day. The roads also lead towards the landscapes of the Alpilles and the villages of the hinterland, for walks or cycling trips.