10 charming places to stay in the Baie de Somme

Our first port of call is Le Crotoy, a charming little port on the north shore of the Bay of the Somme: the resort is famous for its sandy beach, part of which faces due south!

The Hôtel Restaurant Les Tourelles is one of Le Crotoy's institutions. With its pointed turret and red brick façade, it is an integral part of the resort's heritage.

A great classic, with a restaurant and a pleasant tea room on the seafront.

Another historic address on the Bay of the Somme, Château de Noyelles, which occupies a superb 19th-century building, describes itself as a "maison d'hôtel".

It offers chic, comfortable rooms, as well as unusual gypsy caravans in the gardens.

The Château de Noyelles is one of the most upmarket hotels in the Bay of the Somme, and its services live up to its reputation. The hotel is located in Noyelles, a stone's throw from the bay's salt marshes.

The name of this delightful guest house in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme speaks for itself.

At the foot of the medieval upper town, around a bend in a cobbled lane, Chambres avec Vue is a charming pied-à-terre in the prettiest resort on the Bay of the Somme.

The location is ideal for watching the tidal movements in the bay from your room, and exploring the surrounding area on foot or by bike.

This beautiful upmarket establishment is located in the centre of Ault: we're south of the Baie de Somme, where the chalk cliffs of the Côte d'Albâtre come into view.

The Villa Aultia Hotel places great emphasis on tasteful decor, in a style that is as refined as it is meticulous: every detail counts!

The result is a charming place to stay, enhanced by the quality of the service and the friendly welcome.

Cayeux-sur-Mer is a bit like the big seaside resort on the Bay of the Somme. It is here, right in the centre, that the Hidden Bay Hotel discreetly stands.

This small, dynamic establishment is a real charmer, with a modern feel and a great atmosphere.

Special mention for the breakfast and the quality of the welcome.

With Hôtel Les Pilotes, you're right in the heart of the action in Saint-Valery: directly on Rue de la Ferté, the main shopping street, and a stone's throw from the market square and the port.

Some rooms offer a breathtaking view of the Bay of the Somme: you'll have a front row seat!

The modern, original decor adds to the hotel's overall sense of comfort.

This time we're in Quend-Plage, a small seaside resort not far north of the Bay of the Somme.

The Hôtel-Spa Domaine de Diane is ideally located for enjoying the great sandy beaches of Picardy, just off the Opal Coast.

With a full spa offering a whirlpool bath, sauna and indoor pool, this is the ideal place to recharge your batteries by the sea, just 5 minutes from the beach.

Here's an establishment unlike any other on the Somme coast. Le Cise is set on the edge of a cliff, in the verdant setting of Bois de Cise, a locality a short distance from Ault.

The perfect place to set down your bags away from the crowds, enjoy the peace and quiet and take in the breathtaking views over the Channel.

The hotel offers suites and lodges in 5 villas, as well as a spa with sauna and jacuzzi.

Hotel Le Cap Hornu is located at... Cap Hornu!

This site, famous for its Chapelle des Marins overlooking the Bay of the Somme, is just a few minutes from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme.

A friendly establishment, the Cap Hornu offers a wide choice of rooms, gardens, tennis courts and an outdoor swimming pool, as well as an on-site restaurant. Bike hire is particularly welcome!

Halfway between the Hâble d'Ault and Onival beach, at the foot of the Ault cliffs, Domaine de la Mer's location will appeal to lovers of nature and the seaside.

Ideal for a green and peaceful holiday, the hotel will be the starting point for many excursions around the Bay of the Somme.

The Domaine de la Mer offers rooms and gîtes, as well as a large sunny terrace adjoining the hotel brasserie.