France: Hôtel Crillon le Brave, Provence

A Hilltop village Turned Provençal Retreat

Hotel Crillon-le-Brave crowns a 17th-century hilltop hamlet in the Vaucluse, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and ancient villages, with views rolling out toward the silhouette of Mont Ventoux. The property is spread across nine restored stone houses, linked by small courtyards and alleyways rather than a single building, and the 34 rooms and suites lean into that rustic setting with exposed wooden beams, cozy fireplaces, and terracotta tiles, balanced against interior designer Charles Zana's restrained, contemporary touches and one-of-a-kind vintage pieces.

Days here move at their own pace: a signature facial or massage at Spa des Écuries, housed inside the estate's 18th-century stone vaulted former stables, an outdoor pool for lounging with a view, and a petanque court for something more social. Two restaurants, La Table du Ventoux and La Madeleine, serve Mediterranean-inspired cooking under chef Thomas Lesage, and the hotel can also send guests off with a made-to-order Provençal picnic and a bottle of local rosé, or arrange bespoke wine and cheese tastings, hiking routes, and outings in a vintage car. Beyond the property, Provence's medieval villages, Roman ruins, and local markets are all within easy reach. Hotel Crillon-le-Brave is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.

Life at Hotel Crillon-le-Brave

• 34 rooms and suites across nine restored stone houses, with exposed beams and cozy fireplaces

• Spa des Écuries, set inside the estate's 18th-century stone vaulted former stables

• An outdoor pool with panoramic views over the hills

• La Table du Ventoux and La Madeleine, the hotel's two Mediterranean-inspired restaurants

• Made-to-order Provençal picnics with local rosé, and hotel-arranged vintage car outings

• A petanque court, plus bespoke wine and cheese tastings and access to local markets

Why Hotel Crillon-le-Brave, Why Provence

• A genuine hilltop village setting, not a hotel built to imitate one

• Interiors by Charles Zana that balance rustic Provençal character with contemporary comfort

• A spa set inside a genuine 18th-century stone stable, a rare architectural detail

• A central base for medieval villages, Roman ruins, wine country, and Mont Ventoux

Ideal For: Couples and design-minded travelers wanting a genuine Provençal hilltop escape, food and wine lovers looking to explore Vaucluse from a single base, and anyone chasing panoramic views without giving up modern comfort.

Gold Coast Travel Perks

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• Complimentary breakfast for two per bedroom

• $100 dollar food & beverage credit

• Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability

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