Les Ecrins d'Aix-en-Provence

Les Ecrins d'Aix-en-Provence has three studios, each accommodating two people. Two are 28 m² and the third measures 31 m². All have a kitchen, a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The outdoor areas include a balcony or terrace and views of the garden. The 28 m² Studio with two single beds suits travellers who want separate sleeping arrangements; the other two, with a very large double bed, offer a shared bed.

The kitchens are equipped with a refrigerator, a hob, utensils and a coffee machine, among other things. Each studio also has a microwave and a washing machine. The 31 m² studio offers more space than the 28 m² studios. Each accommodation has a terrace with a garden view, and a barbecue and an outdoor dining area complete the facilities for eating outside.

Les Ecrins d'Aix-en-Provence has a private outdoor swimming pool, a garden and several outdoor areas. The studios open onto a balcony or terrace, with outdoor furniture and a dining area for eating outside. A barbecue and barbecue facilities are also available. Sun loungers and parasols provide a place to relax by the pool, which has a shallow end. Body, hand, foot and back massages are available.

Each accommodation has a kitchen or kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, hob, kettle and coffee machine. Bed linen, towels and toiletries are provided. A flat-screen TV, air conditioning and heating complete the facilities. Free private parking is available, and Wi-Fi is free in the rooms. Guests can also hire bicycles, play table tennis or enjoy board games. Pets are allowed on request, and a supplement may apply.

Aix-en-Provence combines the old streets of a university city with shaded squares, fountains and townhouses in the historic centre. The Bouenhoure area is west of the centre, in a residential part of the city. Visitors interested in art, architecture and urban walks can alternate museum visits with breaks in Aix’s squares and gardens.

You can explore the historic centre on foot, including Saint-Sauveur Cathedral, with its varied architectural styles, and the narrow streets of Viel Aix. Atelier Cézanne offers a glimpse into the painter’s world at his former workplace. Pavillon Vendôme, a townhouse surrounded by a garden, displays art collections. Aix-en-Provence railway station is 2.4 km away; Marseille Provence Airport is 19 km away. Free private parking makes it easy to get around by car, and the city centre is also within reach for a day of sightseeing.

Spring and autumn are good times for walks around the city, when temperatures are milder. In summer, fountains and shaded streets offer welcome stops during the hottest hours. You could start the day with a walk through the old town, continue with a visit focusing on Cézanne or the collections at Musée Granet, and finish in a garden. The area around Aix also invites you to explore Provençal landscapes by car, among country houses, villages and limestone hills. To make the most of outdoor sightseeing, bring water and take breaks in the shade during summer afternoons.