Les Bains Gardians

Hotel Guide

Facilities

• The estate features 67 keys, ranging from authentic thatched Gardian cottages to rooms within a traditional mas. The interiors, curated by Paris-based duo Hauvette & Madani, trade rustic clichés for an "épure" aesthetic: think walnut wood, custom vintage furniture, and the signature Phénix scent by Les Bains Guerbois.

  • The Grounds: Two outdoor pools (one bean-shaped and legendary), private arenas for events, and a 4-hectare park where horses and herons roam freely.

  • Extras: Tennis courts, private terraces for every room, and a boutique stocking local art and Les Bains Guerbois products.

Wine & Dine

• Le Restaurant du Pont des Bannes has been modernized under Chef Johanna Laporte. The menu is a celebration of the South: local bull meat, fresh Mediterranean fish, and sun-drenched vegetables.

  • The Vibe: In summer, long lunches by the pool; in winter, dinners by the roaring fireplace of the reinvented farmhouse.

  • The Bar: This is where the Les Bains DNA shines—expert mixology, resident DJ sets, and live Gypsy music sessions that last until the early hours.

  • Sunday Brunch: An institution in the region, featuring a seafood workshop, poolside barbecue, and a soundtrack of deep house and acoustic sets.

Wellness & Spa

• Reflecting its Parisian heritage as a temple of wellbeing, the spa offers a sauna, a hot tub, and treatments focused on "recentering." The programming goes beyond massage, offering silent retreats, yoga sessions facing the marshes, and equitherapy (wellness through horse interaction) to fully embrace the Camargue's healing silence.

Dresscode

• Provençal Cowboy.

Budget

• Starting at EUR 308 per night.

Local Guide

Activities

• Equestrian Heritage: The hotel maintains its own stables. Book a private ride at sunrise to explore the wild beaches of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.

• Artistic Pilgrimage: Take the 45-minute drive to Arles to visit Luma Arles and the Fondation Vincent van Gogh, perfectly bridging the gap between the hotel's art-centric vibe and the region's heritage.

• Bird Watching: You are on the doorstep of the Parc Naturel Régional de Camargue; don't miss the Pont de Gau Ornithological Park for the world's most spectacular flamingo sightings.

How to Get There

• Fly: Nice Côte d’Azur (NCE) or Marseille (MRS).

• Train: Arles TGV station is a 45-minute drive away.

• The Tip: If arriving from the US, the direct NYC–Nice flight followed by a scenic 2-hour drive through the salt pans is the most seamless way to arrive.