Les roses 49

Les roses 49 Overview

Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I first pulled up to Les roses 49 – it’s tucked away in the Résidence du Lac de Castillon, and if you’re not looking for it specifically, you might drive right past. But that’s actually part of its charm. This isn’t your typical hotel experience; it’s more like staying at someone’s thoughtfully designed lakeside retreat that happens to welcome guests. The whole setup feels deliberately intimate – no flashy lobby or uniformed staff rushing around, just a genuine boutique vibe that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something the tour groups haven’t found yet.

What really gets me about this place is how it sits in relation to Castellane itself. You’re technically in the town (well, in the residential area anyway), but you’ve got this peaceful buffer from the main tourist hustle. I mean, Castellane can get pretty intense during summer when all the rafting and hiking crowds descend, but staying here gives you easy access without being right in the thick of it. The lake proximity is no joke either – you can actually hear the water on quiet evenings, which beats the sound of scooters zipping around the town center. Parking was straightforward too, which anyone who’s tried to navigate those narrow Castellane streets with a rental car will appreciate.

The rooms themselves feel more like a friend’s guest room than a hotel – and I mean that in the best way possible. There’s character here that you just don’t get in chain places, though I’ll be honest, it’s not going to be everyone’s cup of tea if you’re expecting five-star polish. The 7.7 rating makes sense; it delivers on what it promises without trying to be something it’s not. What I found myself loving were the little details – the way the morning light hits the windows, how quiet it gets at night (seriously, bring earplugs if you’re used to city noise because the silence might actually keep you awake), and honestly just the feeling that you’re experiencing this part of Provence the way locals might. If you’re using Castellane as a base for exploring the Verdon Gorge or just want to slow down somewhere that feels authentic rather than packaged for tourists, this place hits that sweet spot between comfort and character.