5 spa hotels in Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Château de Maraval, in the small village of Cénac-et-Saint-Julien, is an ideal place for a romantic getaway, not only because children are not allowed, but also because of its facilities: spa, hot tubs, heated outdoor pool, etc.

The rooms are described as being decorated with great taste by Anne-Marie and Thierry, the two hosts. The uncluttered, natural atmosphere is as relaxing as each session in the wellness areas.

Breakfast is just like the castle: royal. Home-made pastries are served every morning. The 4-hectare estate is entirely at your disposal. In terms of location, the place scores well again, being just a few dozen minutes' drive from Sarlat-la-Canéda and the Lascau caves.

The Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa is almost a monument in itself. Its gigantic 1,000 m² of floor space is impressive, but that's nothing compared to the wellness facilities on offer.

It offers a sauna, hammam and a range of massages. All in luxurious materials and a refined décor. The heated seawater pool is a delight at the end of the day.

In terms of location, the hotel is a stone's throw from the sea in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, in the area most popular with tourists. Some of the rooms even offer an unforgettable view of the ocean.

Thanks to its city-centre location, staying at the Radisson Blu Hotel Bordeaux means you can discover the city's many tourist attractions in just a few minutes. The Cité du Vin, for example, is just 700 metres from the hotel, while the Mer Marine museum is 1 kilometre from the Radisson Blu Hotel Bordeaux. Thanks to its terrace, guests can enjoy an unobstructed view of Bordeaux and its sights.

In a modern, uncluttered style, the decoration does not overwhelm the spacious, bright rooms of the Radisson Blu Hotel Bordeaux. The furniture is sober and elegant, and the decor is enhanced by a few touches of bright colours, such as orange or yellow, which warm up the atmosphere of the hotel.

As well as its location and facilities, this 4-star establishment's key assets are without doubt its wellness area and fully-equipped gym, with uninterrupted views over the Gironde.

It's impossible not to be impressed by this accommodation. This hotel is actually a 19th-century château, located not far from the Dordogne, in the middle of the Saint-Emilion vineyards.

In addition to its location, charm and incredible architecture, the establishment boasts an outdoor swimming pool, as well as a spa and wellness centre with a sauna, hammam and 4 beauty cabins.

To top it all off, the hotel offers the regional cuisine of a gourmet restaurant. All staff in both the restaurant and spa are described by guests as warm and welcoming.

At this establishment in the Basque Country, everything is designed to offer travellers a moment of pure relaxation.

From the tree-lined garden, to the spa area, to the bright rooms decorated in soft tones, it's a real little cocoon of softness that awaits travellers.

Lightness is the watchword of this establishment, with a refined, light décor that lets the light into the rooms. There is also a restaurant serving creative gourmet cuisine and reinterpreted regional dishes.