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
Born from the bold dream of Marius Michel, former chef at the Lido in the 1950s, to build on his native land a grand Riviera-style hotel, Le Provençal has cultivated a love of epicurean living for 75 years.
With the charm of a family home, muse to artists, and a confidential address where celebrities and locals mingle, the hotel has always been a place of celebration and gastronomy.
Since 2012, Damien and Benjamin Piffet, together with Julie Liger and Lene Arentsen, have carried forward the family story begun by their grandfather: a reimagined Riviera, both authentic and timeless. A 50’s-inspired home, artists in residence, cabaret touches and inspired gastronomy - Le Provençal opens a suspended moment in time, to savor happiness here and now.
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
