Hostellerie La Farandole

The rooms and suites at Hostellerie La Farandole range from classic, superior and deluxe to family categories. Some overlook the sea, while others face the swimming pool. They have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine and a minibar. Soundproofing is also among the room facilities.

The double rooms accommodate two people and range from the Standard category to options with a balcony or terrace. The suites offer more space and can accommodate up to four people; some combine a bedroom and a sofa bed in a seating area. Facilities vary: some suites have a bath, several rooms have a terrace, and the Family Suite - Villa Side has a kitchen. The floor areas and sleeping arrangements offer a choice between a room for two and a more spacious family option.

Hostellerie La Farandole has free private parking on site, with valet parking and spaces for guests with reduced mobility. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and luggage storage makes arrivals and departures easier. The shared areas include terraces, one of which is a sun terrace, and the hotel is on the beachfront. You can enjoy the spa and relaxation area, with a sauna, steam room, hot tub, massages and beauty treatments. Facilities for guests with disabilities, a lift and family rooms complete the amenities.

The restaurant and bar offer children’s menus and menus for special diets on request. Breakfast can be served in your room; rooms also have a minibar and a tea and coffee maker. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Pets are allowed, and bowls are available. Room service, daily housekeeping, laundry and dry-cleaning services add to the practical facilities.

Sanary-sur-Mer is a port town in the Var, on the Provençal coast between Bandol and Toulon. Its old port, lined with fishing boats and colourful façades, retains the feel of a Mediterranean town where people live all year round. Gorguette Beach is in a coastal area of small beaches, coves and residential neighbourhoods. This part of the coast suits travellers who want to spend time by the water while keeping the town centre within easy reach.

Sanary’s port and narrow streets are a drive of about 2 km from the hotel. Here you can see traditional boats, terraces and the Provençal market, with its regional produce. The Musée Frédéric Dumas traces the history of underwater diving, which is linked to the Mediterranean. The Chapelle Notre-Dame de la Pitié, on the coast, is a heritage landmark with sea views. Bandol railway station is 2.8 km away; Toulon railway station is 18 km away. Toulon-Hyères Airport is 29 km away, and the A50 motorway makes it easy to travel around the area.

In summer, the beaches and port attract more visitors; an early outing lets you enjoy the seafront before the busiest hours. Spring and early autumn often bring days suited to coastal walks and visits to the town centre. You can spend a day in Sanary, then follow the coast towards Bandol or explore the vineyards of the Bandol appellation. The mistral can make the sea rougher, while sunny spells invite you to alternate swimming, a walk around the port and exploring the Provençal scenery.