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France

Villages we cover in this country — each page hand-picked by an editor. Filter by guest score and see where on the map they sit.

Ah, France! Beyond the bustling boulevards of Paris and the lavender fields of Provence, there’s a unique charm to be discovered in its resort villages. Imagine waking up to the gentle clinking of boats in a picturesque harbor, or the crisp mountain air filling your lungs before a day on the slopes. These aren’t just hotels; they’re often charming, self-contained havens, perfectly blending local culture with all the amenities you could wish for.

From the sun-drenched coastal villages like Port Grimaud – often called the “Venice of Provence” with its canals and colorful houses – to the cozy, timbered ski resorts nestled in the French Alps, like those around Chamonix, each offers a distinct flavor of French life. You’ll find everything from incredible local markets brimming with fresh produce and regional cheeses, to charming artisan shops, and of course, superb restaurants serving up classic French cuisine. My tip? Don’t just stay within the resort; venture out and explore the surrounding areas, perhaps a nearby medieval village or a stunning natural park. That’s where the real magic happens!

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  1. Image 1 of Résidence Goélia Les Chalets de la Toussuire

    lieu dit la Simianaz, 73300 La Toussuire, France

    Résidence Goélia Les Chalets de la Toussuire

    First Impressions The Résidence Goélia Les Chalets de la Toussuire sits right in the heart of the French Alps, and honestly, the location couldn't be better if you're serious about skiing. I mean, you literally step out...

    7.5 / 10 · guest score View village
  2. Image 1 of Résidence Néméa Les Roches

    31 Rue de l'Estran, 29250 Saint-Pol-de-Léon, France

    Résidence Néméa Les Roches

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Résidence Néméa Les Roches, I'll admit I wasn't expecting much from a three-star property. But honestly, this place surprised me right from the start. The building sits quietly...

    7.5 / 10 · guest score View village
  3. Image 1 of Hotel-Restaurant Domaine de la Grande Garenne

    Route de Bourges, 18330 Neuvy-sur-Barangeon, France

    Hotel-Restaurant Domaine de la Grande Garenne

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Hotel-Restaurant Domaine de la Grande Garenne, honestly, I wasn't sure what to expect from this four-star property tucked away on Route de Bourges. The name suggests grandeur,...

    7.5 / 10 · guest score View village
  4. Image 1 of Résidence Odalys Horizon Morgat

    Lieu Dit Penfrat, 29160 Crozon, France

    Résidence Odalys Horizon Morgat

    First Impressions The Résidence Odalys Horizon Morgat sits perched on the Penfrat peninsula like it was always meant to be there, honestly. This three-star residence has that understated French coastal charm — you know,...

    7.4 / 10 · guest score View village
  5. Image 1 of Résidence Odalys Les Chalets d’Evian

    Impasse Du Tir Aux Pigeons, 74500 Évian-les-Bains, France

    Résidence Odalys Les Chalets d’Evian

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Résidence Odalys Les Chalets d'Evian, I'll be honest — the chalet-style buildings immediately caught my attention. This three-star property sits tucked away on a quiet impasse,...

    7.4 / 10 · guest score View village
  6. Image 1 of Les Parasols d’Argens

    1721 Route de la Bouverie, 83520 Roquebrune-sur-Argens, France

    Les Parasols d’Argens

    First Impressions Driving up to Les Parasols d'Argens, you'll immediately notice how the property feels more like a private estate than a typical hotel. The four-star resort sits nestled among rolling hills and...

    7.4 / 10 · guest score View village
  7. Image 1 of Résidence Odalys Domaine des Roches Jaunes

    Saint Samson, 29630 Plougasnou, France

    Résidence Odalys Domaine des Roches Jaunes

    First Impressions The Résidence Odalys Domaine des Roches Jaunes sits tucked away in the coastal village of Saint Samson, and honestly, you might drive right past it if you're not paying attention — which is actually...

    7.4 / 10 · guest score View village
  8. Image 1 of Laouchet Le Hameau des Grands Lacs

    380 Route Theophile Gautier, 40160 Parentis-en-Born, France

    Laouchet Le Hameau des Grands Lacs

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Laouchet Le Hameau des Grands Lacs, I honestly wasn't sure what to expect from this three-star property tucked away in the Landes forest. The name translates to "hamlet of the...

    7.4 / 10 · guest score View village
  9. Image 1 of Lagrange Vacances Les Roches Douvres

    Lieu Dit Le Clos De La Fontaine 5 Rue De L'ancienne Faïencerie, 35800 Saint-Briac-sur-Mer, France

    Lagrange Vacances Les Roches Douvres

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Lagrange Vacances Les Roches Douvres, honestly, I wasn't expecting much from a three-star property. But you know what? This place surprised me in the best way. Tucked away on...

    7.4 / 10 · guest score View village
  10. Image 1 of Résidence Néméa Les Carrats – Port Leucate

    Port Leucate Avenue du Rec de l Entrée, 11370 Port Leucate, France

    Résidence Néméa Les Carrats – Port Leucate

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Résidence Néméa Les Carrats – Port Leucate, I honestly wasn't expecting much from a three-star property. But you know what? Sometimes the best discoveries come when your...

    7.4 / 10 · guest score View village
  11. Image 1 of Eau Vive

    Base de loisirs, 73340 Lescheraines, France

    Eau Vive

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Eau Vive, I honestly wasn't sure what to expect from a hotel situated right on a recreational lake base in the French Alps. But you know what? Sometimes the most unassuming...

    7.3 / 10 · guest score View village
  12. Image 1 of Le Domaine du Golf*** by Ateya Vacances

    1 Chemin de l'Aire, 34690 Fabrègues, France

    Le Domaine du Golf*** by Ateya Vacances

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Le Domaine du Golf*** by Ateya Vacances, I'll be honest — the name pretty much tells you everything you need to know. This three-star property sits right alongside a golf...

    7.3 / 10 · guest score View village
  13. Image 1 of Résidence Néméa Le Domaine des Mauriers

    Rue des Mauriers, 35400 Saint Malo, France

    Résidence Néméa Le Domaine des Mauriers

    First Impressions Walking into Résidence Néméa Le Domaine des Mauriers, you immediately get that relaxed holiday feeling — it's one of those places where you can actually unwind without feeling like you're in a stuffy...

    7.3 / 10 · guest score View village
  14. Image 1 of Résidence Néméa Kermael

    19 rue Kergai, 35800 Saint-Briac-sur-Mer, France

    Résidence Néméa Kermael

    First Impressions The Résidence Néméa Kermael sits quietly on rue Kergai in Saint-Briac-sur-Mer, and honestly, you might drive past it if you're not paying attention — which is actually part of its charm. This three-star...

    7.3 / 10 · guest score View village
  15. Image 1 of Domaine d’Ariane

    Impasse de Carpette, 31700 Mondonville, France

    Domaine d’Ariane

    First Impressions Tucked away on a quiet side street in Mondonville, Domaine d'Ariane feels like stumbling upon a well-kept secret. This three-star property sits in what's essentially a residential pocket, which honestly...

    7.2 / 10 · guest score View village
  16. Image 1 of ULVF Les Residences du Colombier

    1239 Rue des Combattants d'Afrique du Nord, 83600 Fréjus, France

    ULVF Les Residences du Colombier

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to ULVF Les Residences du Colombier, I honestly wasn't sure what to expect from this three-star property tucked away on Rue des Combattants d'Afrique du Nord. The building has...

    7.2 / 10 · guest score View village
  17. Image 1 of Vacancéole – Résidence Le Birdie

    1 Chemin des Coves, 74210 Giez, France

    Vacancéole – Résidence Le Birdie

    First Impressions When I first pulled up to Vacancéole – Résidence Le Birdie, I honestly wasn't expecting much from a three-star property tucked away in the French Alps. But you know what? Sometimes the best discoveries...

    7.2 / 10 · guest score View village
  18. Image 1 of Le Pré du Lac

    209 impasse des champs fleuris, 74410 Saint-Jorioz, France

    Le Pré du Lac

    First Impressions Honestly, Le Pré du Lac caught me off guard in the best way possible. This four-star property sits tucked away on a quiet impasse in Saint-Jorioz, and when you first pull up, you're greeted by this...

    7.2 / 10 · guest score View village
  19. Image 1 of Lagrange Vacances Le Clos des Vignes

    18 rue Merlandou, 24100 Bergerac, France

    Lagrange Vacances Le Clos des Vignes

    First Impressions Walking up to Lagrange Vacances Le Clos des Vignes, you immediately get that feeling you're somewhere special — and I mean that in the best possible way. This three-star property sits right in the heart...

    7.2 / 10 · guest score View village
  20. Image 1 of Résidence Néméa Iroise Armorique

    Rue De L’Armorique, 29280 Loc-Maria-Plouzané, France

    Résidence Néméa Iroise Armorique

    First Impressions The Résidence Néméa Iroise Armorique sits quietly in Loc-Maria-Plouzané, and honestly, you might drive past it if you're not paying attention — which is actually part of its charm. This three-star...

    7.2 / 10 · guest score View village
  21. Image 1 of Résidence Néméa Les Terrasses de l’Océan

    Résidence Nemea Les Terrasses de l'Océan - 725, rue de la Bastide - 44660 MOLIETS-ET-MAA, 40660 Moliets-et-Maa, France

    Résidence Néméa Les Terrasses de l’Océan

    First Impressions Résidence Néméa Les Terrasses de l'Océan sits quietly in Moliets-et-Maa, and honestly, the name tells you everything you need to know — this three-star residence really does feel like terraced steps...

    7.2 / 10 · guest score View village
  22. Image 1 of Résidence Néméa Les Rives de Saint Brice

    Hameau de Paco - 70 Avenue de la Libération, 33740 Arès, France

    Résidence Néméa Les Rives de Saint Brice

    First Impressions Walking into Résidence Néméa Les Rives de Saint Brice, you immediately get that relaxed vacation vibe — it's one of those places where you can actually hear yourself think. The three-star property sits...

    7.1 / 10 · guest score View village
  23. Image 1 of Les Collines de Sainte-Féréole

    Allée Antoine Valéry, 19270 Sainte-Féréole, France

    Les Collines de Sainte-Féréole

    First Impressions Honestly, Les Collines de Sainte-Féréole caught me off guard in the best way possible. You know what I mean — sometimes you book a place based on photos and hope for the best, but this four-star...

    7.1 / 10 · guest score View village
  24. Image 1 of Ternélia Henri IV

    Rue Saint Gilles, 44190 Clisson, France

    Ternélia Henri IV

    First Impressions Walking up to Ternélia Henri IV on Rue Saint Gilles, you immediately sense this isn't your typical chain hotel. The four-star property sits comfortably in Clisson's historic heart, and honestly, the...

    7.1 / 10 · guest score View village
  25. Image 1 of Terres de France – Le Domaine de Bacchus

    291 rue du Stade, 34400 Saint-Christol, France

    Terres de France – Le Domaine de Bacchus

    First Impressions Honestly, when I first pulled up to Terres de France – Le Domaine de Bacchus, I wasn't quite sure what to expect from this three-star property tucked away in the Languedoc countryside. The name gives it...

    7.1 / 10 · guest score View village