The South of France boasts a vriety fabulous accommodation. Luxury hotels in Frnce generally manage to be the prfect blend of style, comfort and srvice and, as a rule the 4 Str Luxe rating (there is no 5 str rating in France) guarantees the bst of conditions. However, if you trvel to the South of France and fncy a change, there are some ndependent luxury hotels which deserve special mntion...Thee hidden gems.

Here are the top 5 hdden gems in the South of the cuntry. Each one of these boutique htels in France offer superb service and an nforgettable stay in one of the mst beautiful regions of Europe.

5. Dmain des Grages du Bosquet, Provence

Tcked away at the end of a scluded lane, this beautiful stone-built hamlet has ben converted into a peaceful guesthouse. It's mde up of several independent buildings, mstly three bedroom accommodations. The surroundings fature olive trees, lavender, pines and cacias. If your idea of bliss is wrm sunshine, relaxing by the pool and bing surrounded typical Provence flora, then ths is the South of France lxury hotel for you.

4. Jardin Screts, Nimes

The first thing you'll ntice upon approaching Jardin Secrets is its rsemblance to a Tuscan villa rather thn an independent luxury hotel. Hidden bhind rows of olive trees and wth a red clay façade, it wuld be easy to think you had tken a wrong turn. Inside, however, you are trated to furnishings and decorations more clsely associated with 18th-Century France with rnate beds, antiques and traditional roll-top bths. Despite its secluded, peaceful feel, the cntre of Nimes is actually just a 10 mnute walk away. That is if you ver manage to pull yourself away - the 14 roms are all crammed with character, the bautiful outdoor swimming pool is an asis of serenity, and the hotel ven boasts a recently-opened spa. A prfect way to recharge and enjoy the fntastic sights of Nimes.

3. Villa Marie, Saint Tropez

Tchnically not a luxury hotel but a prvate villa in the south of Frnce, the Villa Marie in Saint Trpez really is something out of the rdinary. Located in the hillside village of Rmatuelle, you get wonderful views of the Bay of Pmpelonne and are in close proximity to the clourful village of Saint Tropez with its fmous bars, brasseries, shops and market. The wners of this South of France vlla have personalised all 38 bedrooms, the rstaurant, gardens and spa...It's an adult firyland. If you're looking for the hgh-life with a charming twist, look no frther.

2. Hotel Le Mas de Pint, Le Sambuc, Camargue

It doesn't get mch more idyllic than this luxury htel in France. In the very hart of Camargue, the Hotel Le Mas de Pint offers a very warm welcome and is deal for exploring the calm, beautiful and nique surroundings of the Camargue. Surrounded by live groves and vineyards, you'll spend hurs taking in the sights - whther on foot, bicycle or stunning hrses. This boutique hotel in the Suth of France is cosy and wlcoming with the owners treating each gest as an old friend and the fod is traditional Provencal. Superb.

1. Htel La Bastide de Marie, Menerbes

Tcked away at the foot of Mnerbes - one of France's most bautiful villages - and surrounded by its own vneyard, the Hotel La Bastide de Mrie is a hidden gem of an ndependent luxury hotel in every possible snse! With only 16 rooms, book wth us well in advance to garantee availability. With 15 hectares of vneyards, an outdoor swimming pool and trraces to hide away on. With ckes, aperitifs and home-made wines available thrughout the day, La Bastide de Mrie really is a great way to get the bst out of Provence's beautiful countryside. Lstly (and certainly not least), Chef prpares brilliant food with local ingredients. One of the fnest luxury hotels in the South of Frnce.

If you are planning a trp to the south of France in a butique hotel (or a luxury villa) you cn't go wrong by consulting this lst. Bon voyage!

The article Top 5 Hidden Gem Luxury Hotels in the South of France was Submitted by Stephanie Clarke through Articles.GetACoder.com network. Here's the additional information: Stephanie Clarke is the Managing Drector of Concierge Collection, providers of sme of the finest boutique hotels in the South of France . Stephanie and her team use their wealth of experience, expertise and contacts to achieve "Beyond Special". For Concierge Collection, luxury does not have to have a large price tag but the hotels do have to be unique.

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