HOTEL DE FRANCE - Hôtel de charme en Provence

The seven categories include double and twin rooms across the Standard, Confort, Supérieure and Privilège ranges. All have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Rooms for two people range from 14 to 19 m²; the Privilège rooms are up to 31 m² and accommodate up to three guests. Bed configurations vary by category: a double bed, a large double bed, two single beds or three beds.

The Privilège rooms also stand out for their minibar and coffee machine. At 19 m², the Supérieure rooms offer more space than the Standard and Confort rooms. Twin rooms have separate beds, while double rooms feature a large bed. Bathrooms have either a shower or a bath, depending on the room. The floors are accessible by lift, and room facilities include parquet flooring and heating.

Outdoor spaces include a garden and a sun terrace. The library provides an indoor space for reading between visits. The reception is open 24 hours a day; private check-in and check-out and luggage storage are also available. Lifts serve the floors, and the hotel offers facilities for guests with reduced mobility.

Activities listed include walking tours, hiking and bowling. The restaurant serves meals and offers children's menus. Rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a shower or bath, a toilet and a wardrobe or clothes rack. A flat-screen TV and an internet connection complete the facilities. Pets are allowed, possibly for an additional charge. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. No parking is available on site.

Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume is a Provençal town in the Var, between the landscapes of Sainte-Baume and the plains of Provence Verte. Its historic centre is easy to explore on foot, with shopping streets and squares where residents and visitors gather. The town draws visitors interested in religious history, medieval architecture and hiking in the surrounding hills.

The Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene, 250 m from the hotel, is the town's main landmark. This large Gothic church is a pilgrimage site associated with the tradition of Mary Magdalene; its choir and crypt are worth a visit. Jardin de l’Enclos offers space for a stroll, while Théâtre La croisée des Arts hosts cultural events. To explore the surrounding countryside, hiking trails cross the hills and villages of Provence Verte. Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume bus station provides coach connections to the surrounding area.

You can spend a day visiting the basilica and walking around the town centre, then head out into nature in the Sainte-Baume massif. Spring and autumn temperatures are often suited to walking; summer brings hot, dry days, so take water and sun protection. Visitors interested in heritage can also explore abbeys and villages in the hinterland. A car makes it easier to visit several rural sites or go hiking outside the town.