Hôtel le Chardon Bleu

The eight categories include double, triple and family rooms, with capacity for two to four people. All have air conditioning and a private bathroom. A flat-screen TV and minibar are also among the shared amenities. Some rooms overlook the garden or inner courtyard; others have a city or street view.

Rooms with a balcony include a classic category on the second floor and a larger Superior category. Families can choose a room with two interconnecting areas or a family room with a large double bed and two single beds. A Standard Double Room without a balcony, facing the street, is more compact. Another double room has a terrace and a bathtub. The upper floors are accessible only by stairs. Bed configurations vary between rooms, with double beds, single beds or a combination of the two.

The outdoor spaces include a garden and a sun terrace with outdoor furniture, where you can take a break in the fresh air. The beach and on-site water sports facilities make it easy to plan activities by the sea. Depending on your preferences, you can also go diving, canoeing, windsurfing, hiking and cycling.

The on-site café serves fruit and wine or champagne, among other things, while the bar and in-room minibars add to the options. Breakfast is served in the morning. Bicycle rental, walking tours, mini golf, horse riding and bowling offer further leisure ideas. The garden and terraces invite you to take a break between outings. Family and non-smoking rooms cater to different needs, and pet bowls are available.

Sainte-Maxime is a seaside resort on the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, on the Mediterranean coast of the Var. Its seafront, beaches and harbour give the town a pace centred on walks and water sports. The centre has shopping streets, squares and historic buildings; it is lively in summer, while the milder seasons are well suited to walks by the sea and trips into the countryside.

Plage du centre ville is 180 m away, and the seafront gives you access to both the sand and the harbour. Sainte-Maxime ferry terminal, 320 m away, connects you to destinations around the gulf by boat. Marché couvert, 340 m away, is a good place to discover local produce, while Sainte-Maxime church is 390 m away. The beaches and coves along the coast offer opportunities for swimming, sailing and diving. For a cultural visit, Musée d'Histoire Maritime de Saint-Tropez is 4.1 km away; Parc Botanique des Myrtes offers a walk among Mediterranean plants.

In summer, set aside time for the beaches and boat trips, and expect the coast to be busier. Spring and early autumn let you explore the town at a quieter pace, with temperatures often suited to walks. You can combine a market visit with the seafront and an excursion to Saint-Tropez or the villages around the gulf. A car makes it easier to explore the countryside, while the centre and harbour are easy to get around on foot.