Discover Our Favorite Hotels in Brittany

© Hôtel de Dinard, Le Nessay, and Castel Beau Site (@castelbeausite).

From jagged cliffs and rocky chaos to wild coasts and tame beaches, Brittany continues to fascinate. It tells tales of privateers and legends, nestled between sheltered bays and tumultuous oceans, offering a cocoon within exceptional hotels. We've selected 6 idyllic retreats for your seaside getaway.

A 50-minute ferry ride from Quiberon marks the beginning of a journey filled with briny scents. Discover this 5-star hotel on Belle-Île-en-Mer, promising a revitalizing seaside stay. Owned by the Centaurus hotel group and certified Green Key, its white buildings with slate roofs overlook Anse Goulphar, aiming to tame the wild coast. With 66 rooms across two buildings, guests can enjoy contemporary and classic decor, spacious rooms ranging from 21 to 62 m², comfortable bedding, and most rooms feature balconies and terraces.Dining at Café Clara, you'll enjoy the panorama with market menus or seafood platters. For a more sophisticated dinner, Le 180°, the gourmet restaurant, offers menus regularly updated by young chef Anna Gaubert, who infuses light seasonings and a taste of travel to enhance exceptionally fresh products. Enjoy the Thalasso by Thalion spaces and the spa at this Relais & Châteaux member, with 4 cabins for seaweed wraps and light therapy, a hamam, sauna, and two large heated pools: one with seawater outdoors in season and a freshwater pool indoors. Bonus: At sunset, linger at the Cotton Bar to sample a detox smoothie or indulge in a glass of champagne while enjoying live jazz.

Castel Clara, Port Goulphar, Bangor

© Castel Clara (@castelclara_belleile) by Marco Strullu.

This Grand Hôtel by the Barrière group, an Art Nouveau building facing the walls of Saint-Malo, has hosted royalty and celebrities since 1858, including Churchill, Victor Hugo, Lawrence of Arabia, and Picasso. More recently, it hosts the jury of the Dinard British Film Festival annually. Alexandre Danan has skillfully decorated the hotel, blending oceanic hues and elegance from the lobby to the 86 rooms and suites, featuring sandy and deep blue tones, lacquered wood, and leather.Dine under the moldings of George V Restaurant with chef Wilfried Lacaille’s dishes like fried Breton artichokes and roasted pollock. The 333 Café pays tribute to the film The Vikings with its navy and white striped seating and photos of Tony Curtis and Kirk Douglas enjoying the 333 cocktail. Enjoy meals with ocean views on the terrace with live jazz in summer. The spa, designed by Chantal Peyrat, offers 300 m² of serene décor, featuring parquet, soft colors, and treatments from Biologique Recherche and Ligne St Barth, including a large heated pool, sauna, steam room, and fitness space.
Bonus: The Kids Club is labeled Petit VIP for its excellent supervision and engaging activities.

Grand Hôtel Dinard, 46 avenue George V, Dinard

© Grand Hôtel Dinard.

This elegant Brittany hotel, built in 1928 in Ploumanac'h, is perfectly located on Saint-Guirec Beach, one of the most pleasant on the Pink Granite Coast. Originally a modest guesthouse, then a vacation center for the Ministry of Defense, it is now a 5-star hotel owned by H8 Collection. Natalia Megret has transformed it with modern decor, featuring a simple yet elegant lobby with cement tile flooring, a pristine counter, and a Vertigo chandelier. The bar, long and styled in blues and whites with rattan and wood, exudes a nautical charm. The 33 rooms, predominantly white, feature light oak flooring and minimalistic decor. The restaurant offers chic but relaxed dining with ocean views from high windows or the lovely terrace. Chef Nicolas Le Luyer pays tribute to his Guingamp roots with local seafood and products. Lunch includes Trégor oysters and Maison Bordier cheeses, while dinner features a more gourmet menu with occasional Asian flavors.
Bonus: Rent an electric bike to explore, a paddleboard to test your balance, or relax in the heated jacuzzi at 34°C while admiring the pink rocks and ocean.

Castel Beau Site, 137 rue Saint-Guirec, Perros-Guirec

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Le Nouveau Monde is an imposing 4-star hotel in Brittany with a stunning view of Saint-Malo Bay. The lobby features displays of great sailors and Saint-Malo writers, along with boat models, books, and nautical maps, reflecting the naval epics of the 16th and 17th centuries. The journey continues with 83 rooms, ranging from 22 to 46 m², with a preference for those featuring a balcony or terrace overlooking the sea. The contemporary decor features oceanic and sunny tones, with palm trees and distant islands, creating a cheerful and comfortable atmosphere. The Les 7 Mers restaurant, seemingly set on the beach, offers a culinary voyage: chef Cyrille Le Callonnec enhances local products, especially seafood and fish, with exotic flavors. Tasmanian pepper and Madras curry add depth to roasted haddock or presalé lamb. On the 5th floor, the wellness area includes a heated pool with underwater jets, a lap pool, and massaging seats, ideal for a refreshing circuit complemented by a session in the steam room. For thalassotherapy, head out to the sea on the dike to reach the Thermes Marins.

Le Nouveau Monde, 64 Chaussée du Sillon, Saint-Malo

© Le Nouveau Monde (@hotel_lenouveaumonde) by Philippe Meunier (@philippemeunierphotographe).

On the Saint-Briac Peninsula, this 19th-century castle was once the residence of Count Maurice de Villebresme. With its red bricks, rounded towers, and Grande Salinette Beach with charming bath cabins, it has been transformed into a cozy family retreat by owner Martin Bazin, architect Dominique Bergerault, and decorator Stéphanie Cayet. With just 17 rooms, guests enjoy a chic, natural ambiance, combining wood, leather, linen, and cotton. The restaurant offers regional cuisine with a focus on local products. Activities include cycling, golf (in partnership with Dinard Golf Club), or relaxing at the Phytomer spa.
Bonus: Rent Maison du Nessay, a granite house with 5 rooms, fireplaces, and a heated outdoor pool.

Le Nessay, Boulevard du Bechay, Saint-Briac-sur-Mer

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A name reminiscent of a movie for this Relais & Châteaux hotel, a solid building constructed in 1897, standing alone on a beach stretching over 2 km in Douarnenez Bay. This 4-star family-run establishment has been managed by 4 generations of women since the early 20th century. Charlotte Le Coz-Noël and her chef husband Yohann Noël have been at the helm since 2019, offering warm hospitality to both guests and celebrities. The 19 rooms, with garden or sea views, exude warm simplicity, as loved by Mistinguett, Jean Gabin, Vanessa Paradis, and Johnny Hallyday before you.

Enjoy the classic decor and bright ambiance of the restaurant, either on the terrace with sea breezes or in the garden. Local producers, especially seafood and lobster, are highlighted, with a lobster stew recipe passed down since 1924. Enjoy seaside strolls, a swim in the outdoor pool, or a tennis match.

Bonus: Family-friendly suites with separate spaces.

Hôtel de la Plage, 23 Sainte-Anne la Palud, Plonévez-Porzay

© Hôtel de la Plage (@hoteldelaplage_bretagne) by Erwan Fiquet (@erwan_fiquet_hotel_photography).

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