La Bastide de Venelles

La Bastide de Venelles offers two room types for two people: a 25 m² Comfort Double Room and a 12 m² Twin Room. Both have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and garden views. The first has a large double bed; the second is furnished with two single beds.

The amenities vary by room. An electric kettle is provided in the Comfort Double Room, while the Twin Room is described as having tea and coffee-making facilities. The bathrooms have a shower or bath, a hairdryer and free toiletries. The larger double room suits travellers who would like more space; the Twin Room allows two people to sleep separately. The upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

La Bastide de Venelles combines outdoor spaces with a range of practical facilities. The garden and sun terrace invite you to spend time outdoors; the outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by sun loungers, parasols and a fence. There is also an open-air bath. For meals, the hotel has a restaurant, bar, snack bar and on-site café. Children's menus and menus for specific dietary requirements are available on request, as are wine and champagne.

Free public parking is available on site, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. An airport shuttle can be arranged in both directions. Guests can also enjoy walking tours, hiking, temporary art galleries, and tours or classes about local culture. Pet bowls are provided. The outdoor furniture lets you relax in the garden or on the terrace.

Venelles is a Provençal village north of Aix-en-Provence, amid a landscape of hills, bastides and vineyards. It has a quieter atmosphere than central Aix, while still offering easy access to a city known for its heritage, markets and links with Paul Cézanne. The village suits travellers who want to alternate city visits with walks in the surrounding countryside.

Venelles town centre is 1.4 km away, where you can explore the village streets and shops. In Aix-en-Provence, Atelier Cézanne preserves the painter's workspace, while Musée Granet houses art and archaeology collections. Aix-en-Provence railway station is 8 km away; a car makes it easier to travel between Venelles, Aix and the surrounding villages. Marseille-Provence Airport is 26 km away. The nearby vineyards and gardens also make pleasant stops on an excursion around the Aix area.

Spring and autumn are well suited to sightseeing on foot, with temperatures often favourable for walks and outdoor visits. In summer, plan city visits for early in the day and save the hottest hours for the swimming pool or a break in the shade. You could spend a day exploring Aix's historic centre, visiting a site dedicated to Cézanne and returning via the country roads around Venelles. In late June and July, a longer excursion in Provence offers the chance to see the region's lavender landscapes.