Le Provençal Hotel, on the Giens Peninsula, in the Var
Break between land and sea, azure and green
Secret coves and hidden beaches
Flamingos and life on pause
Eyes lost in the blue, head floating weightless
A deep longing to feel close to happiness
Mediterranean Postcard
On one side, the Golden Islands; on the other, the salt flats. Nestled in the heart of the village of Giens, at the edge of the peninsula, Le Provençal Hotel looks like something out of a postcard.
Between island vibes and end-of-the-world serenity, pine trees, sea spray, starry skies, and the Mediterranean—it embodies a certain idea of paradise. Here, life feels like a dream, with emotions and happiness standing at attention.
Located in the heart of Port-Cros National Park and certified with the “Esprit Parc National” label, its 41 rooms and suites, 5 restaurants imagined by designer Rodolphe Parente, residence, tennis court, iconic seawater pool carved into the rock, and 2-hectare park welcome every form of pleasure.
75 Years of Epicureanism
Le Provençal began as a visionary dream of Marius Michel - a native son who left for Paris, rose to become head chef at the Lido in the 1950s, and returned home with a vision: to create a grand hotel in the spirit of the Riviera. For 75 years, it has embraced and celebrated the art of Epicurean living.
With the spontaneous charm of a family residence, a muse to artists, and a discreet address where celebrities and locals cheerfully mingle, the hotel has always been a vibrant place of life, celebration, and gastronomy.
Since 2012, Damien and Benjamin Piffet - together with their wives Julie Liger and Lene Arentsen - have been writing in the present tense the family story begun by their grandfather: a re-imagined Riviera tale, fiercely anchored in authenticity, elegance, and timelessness. Between enthusiastic hospitality and a journey beyond time, the four-star Le Provençal in Giens continues its legend, respectfully reinterpreted by interior architect Rodolphe Parente.
A family hotel with 1950s charm, a new wave of artists in residence, subtle echoes of the cabaret world, and a cuisine full of flair - Le Provençal offers a timeless escape, inviting you to savor the joy of the present moment.
Rooms and Suites at the Edge of the World
On the floors of Le Provençal Hotel in Giens, the 37 rooms and 4 suites form a bridge between sky and earth.
With the colorful authenticity of a south french village at the window, the striking beauty of the Mediterranean, and the cool shade of the pine forest, the rooms and suites offer a tailor-made retreat to experience the Provençal art of living.
Bright and peaceful, accented with colorful, spontaneous touches, they are a refined home base for resting, dreaming, and starting again. And just outside, the buzz of life awaits.
Mediterranean Flavors
The spirit of Le Provençal echoes through the dishes of its restaurants, from the fishermen’s boats, and the south french vineyards where the finest rosés are born. Five venues, five atmospheres - each one celebrating the authenticity of local products and the freshness of the season.
Mediterranean flavors at Le Bar du Soleil, flame-grilled cuisine at the Barbecue, tapas at La Villa Barret, comforting family recipes at La Brasserie, and the delicate culinary notes at La Rascasse: five tables, five unique signatures. A full spectrum of flavors and emotions.
Seminars and Events
A tailor-made stage for writing happiness in capital letters, hotel Le Provençal in Giens offers a idyllic setting for both private and professional events in the south of France.
Magical weddings with a view of the Mediterranean, inspired seminars, team building on land, at sea, or in the air - Le Provençal celebrates life in all its forms.
The Residence
Just 400 meters from the hotel, nestled in a seaside pine forest, Le Provençal’s Residence features 23 apartments spread across three peaceful villas.
A haven of tranquility and independence, it’s the perfect setting for a self-sufficient stay - ideal for experiencing the emotional richness of the French Riviera with family or friends
