Mangio Fango Hotel et Spa

The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Several have a terrace or balcony, and some overlook the garden. Every room has a minibar; several marble bathrooms are fitted with a bathtub. The Chambre Double Privilège, Chambre Double Classique and Chambre Double Supérieure accommodate two guests, with different floor areas and outdoor features.

For more space, the Family Room Privilège has a seating area and sofa bed, as well as a private garden or furnished terrace. The Suite Marais combines a double bedroom, separate lounge and terrace with a garden. The Appartement Marais has two bedrooms and a large terrace. The Suite (2 Adults) offers a terrace and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower. One Chambre Double includes a one-hour massage session.

The heated outdoor pool is accompanied by sun loungers and parasols, so you can alternate between swimming and relaxing in the garden or on the terrace. The spa and wellness centre offers a sauna, hammam and massage treatments; wellness packages are also available. A fitness room completes the facilities for relaxation and exercise. Bicycle hire and horse riding make it easy to plan outings in the surrounding area.

The restaurant, bar and in-room breakfast make up the dining options; the rooms have a minibar and electric kettle. The outdoor areas include garden furniture. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, and the free private car park has an electric vehicle charging point. Concierge service, luggage storage and room service complete the facilities, alongside air conditioning, soundproofed rooms and pool or beach towels.

Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is a village in the Camargue between the Rhône delta and the Mediterranean. The landscape alternates between lagoons, marshes, salt flats and long beaches; pink flamingos and Camargue horses are part of the region’s identity. The village appeals to travellers looking to combine the seaside, local heritage and a chance to explore a vast natural area. The road from Arles leads to the centre through the open landscapes of the hinterland.

The Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer towers over the village houses; its roof is a landmark visible across the plain. The arenas reflect the importance of Camargue traditions and host bullfighting events. The Marché provençal is a place to discover regional produce and specialities. For birdwatching, the Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau has trails and observation points amid the marshes. The coastal beaches offer swimming and walks overlooking the Mediterranean. Nîmes Airport is 31 km away; a car makes it easier to travel between the village, beaches and natural sites.

In spring and autumn, milder temperatures are well suited to walks in the marshes and watching migratory birds. Summer brings hot days, plenty of beach activity and lively evenings in the village. Take water and sun protection for walks in exposed areas; winds can also affect how warm it feels on the coast. You could start the day with a visit to the centre and market, spend some time on a beach, then round it off with a birdwatching trip to the Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau.