The best seaside hotels to make summer last longer

As autumn begins, the sun continues to shine. It's the perfect time to treat yourself to a last iodized interlude, for a few days by the sea. Whether you prefer an oceanfront address or a wellness bubble, the choice is yours!

Yuna Lamarque Published on 10/1/25 at 8:28 AM

Whether on the Normandy coast, at the foot of the Dune du Pilat or in the coves of the Mediterranean, these hotels all share a rare privilege: panoramic sea views and direct access to the beach, so you can savor the sweetness of sunny days one last time.

Casadelmar, Porto-Vecchio

For a sunny getaway, nothing beats a few days in Corsica. in Porto-Vecchio, the Casadelmar hotel borders the sea and is surrounded by sublime beaches. The 34 rooms and suites offer breathtaking views of the azure expanse, thanks to their panoramic balconies. The hotel also offers a range of dining options, including a gourmet restaurant and a grill bar.

Rooms from 590 euros
20137, route de Palombaggia, 20137 Porto-Vecchio. Tel: 04 95 72 34 34
See Gault&Millau's review of Casadelmar

Hôtel Belle Plage, Cannes

This Art Deco building by Raphael Navot houses a hotel with 45 rooms, one suite and eight apartments. Lulled by the sound of the waves, enjoy a few days' rest in an elegant, bright and comfortable setting. Well-being is paramount, with a spa (the largest in Cannes!) offering treatments that invite you to relax and reconnect with yourself. And of course, the hotel and its rooftop offer breathtaking views of the Mediterranean.

Rooms from 170 euros
2 Rue Brougham, 06400 Cannes. Tel: 04 93 06 25 50
See Gault&Millau's review ofHôtel Belle Plage

Emeria Dinard Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, Dinard

Situated on the seafront between Mont Saint-Michel and Cap Fréhel, this hotel is ideal for enjoying the last few days of sunshine, while recharging your batteries after the summer holidays. The hotel boasts a 2,800 m² spa. The thalasso program includes a wide range of treatments that highlight the sea's properties for well-being. 167 rooms have been designed as cocoons, with either a sea or cottage atmosphere.

Rooms from 156 euros (excluding treatments)
1, avenue du Château Hébert, 35800 Dinard. Tel: 02 99 16 78 10
See Gault&Millau's review of Emeria Dinard Hôtel Thalasso & Spa

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Hôtel Flaubert, Trouville

A must-see hotel on the Normandy coast, the Flaubert was built in 1936 and still retains its old-world charm, right on the beach. In homage to the author of Madame Bovary, the hotel continues to immerse its guests in the Trouville of yesteryear, albeit recently renovated to maintain the comfort of its 31 rooms.

Rooms from 225 euros
Rue Gustave Flaubert, 14360 Trouville-sur-Mer. Tel: 02 31 88 37 23
See Gault&Millau's review ofHôtel Flaubert

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Château de Théoule, Théoule-sur-Mer

Thanks to its exceptional location overlooking the Bay of Cannes, Château de Théoule offers the ideal spot for a few days of indulgence. The 17thᵉ century building has been given a new lease of life thanks to the 44 rooms and suites it now houses. The well-kept atmosphere and light tones are a call to relaxation and rest. And even if the Mediterranean turns cooler, swimwear will be welcome in the heated pool with sea view.

Rooms from 350 euros
55, avenue Lerins, 06590 Théoule-sur-Mer. Tel: 04 81 09 50 97
See Gault&Millau's review of Château de Théoule

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Le Landemer, à la Hague

Nestled at the start of the Douaniers trail that leads to La Hague after 80 km of dreamy ocean views, this Norman house was a favorite refuge for Claude Monet, Boris Vian and Françoise Sagan. Restored in 2014, it houses six rooms and suites full of charm (Italian fabrics, oak parquet floors...), all open onto the sea with a 180° view Want to be even closer to the sea spray? Simply reserve one of the rooms in the longère, built right into the sand and extended by a small terrace. The final attraction of this rare refuge is the restaurant, run by Dutch chef Hendrik Jansen van der Sligte, offering 100% locavore cuisine.

Rooms from 134 euros
2, rue des Douanes, 50460 La Hague. Tel: 02 33 04 05 10
See Gault&Millau's review of Le Landemer

Le Castel Beau Site, Perros-Guirec

Not far from Perros-Guirec and on the beach of Saint-Guirec, one of the most beautiful on the coast, this 1930s villa is a cult address for sea lovers. The 33 rooms and suites are brightly decorated in shades of white and beige, with attractive blonde wood floors.you can also enjoy the view from La Table de mon Père, the restaurant run by Nicolas Le Luyer. A member of the H8 collection, this is an address that celebrates a natural and authentic Brittany, with electric bikes available to explore the coast or paddles to take on the waves.

Rooms from 139 euros
137, rue Saint-Guirrec 22700 Perros-Guirec. Tel: 02 96 91 40 87
See Gault&Millau's review of Le Castel Beau Site

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La Co(o)rniche, Pyla-sur-Mer

Unquestionably the finest address in the Arcachon basin. Imagine a 1930s hunting lodge with an exceptional view of the Pyla Dune (the highest in Europe), Cap Ferret and the Banc d'Arguin. Redesigned by Philippe Starck in 2009, the establishment lives up to its geography, with 11 ultra-chic rooms in the main building and 18 in oyster farm-style bungalows. All are decorated with raw materials and warm tones, beautiful rattan furniture and oriental tiles, not forgetting the terraces that open onto the ocean... The ocean, in fact, that you can admire from a perched rooftop.the ocean, in fact, which can be admired from a rooftop perched 50 m above sea level, where you can sip a cocktail and enjoy a seafood platter while watching the hypnotic sunset over the Atlantic.

Rooms from 510 euros
46, avenue Louis Gaume 33115 Pyla-Sur-Mer. Tel: 05 56 22 72 11
See Gault&Millau's review of La Co(o)rniche

L'Hôtel Amour, Nice

In the heart of Nice and a stone's throw from the Negresco, the Hôtel Amour takes on the allure of a southern villa, with 38 rooms decorated with antique furniture, palatial bedding and bathrooms with Italian-style showers. If the rooms are seductive for their chic and naughty side, the place is also worth a visit for its patio, its Greek tavern with products sourced in Kalamata and, above all, a dreamy roof top with a swimming pool that reveals a 180° view of the Mediterranean. Sea lovers will prefer the private beach just a stone's throw away, with its striped parasols and azure deckchairs.

Rooms from 130 euros
3, avenue des Fleurs, 06000 Nice. Tel: 04 65 27 10 10
See Gault&Millau's review ofHôtel Amour

Les Bords De Mer, Marseille

One of the most seductive places in Marseille... In place of the Richelieu - the city's historic hotel - this address, inaugurated in 2019, brings together everything we love: 19 rooms with balconies or terraces overlooking the sea, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, a spa with organic treatments designed by Susanne Kaufmann, a spa in the heart of the city, a spa in the heart of the city, a spa in the heart of the city, a spa in the heart of the city.s Susanne Kaufmann, a rooftop with a swimming pool and a confidential bar where you can enjoy a peaceful view of the Mediterranean and, as a backdrop, the Frioul islands. The best part is the little staircase leading down to the private beach, right in the heart of Marseille. We owe this nugget to the duo Frédéric Biousse and Guillaume Foucher, who, with Les Domaines de Fontenille, are building one of the most desirable hotel collections of the moment.