Top 10 wellness hotels in Brittany

Nestling on the Breton moors above La Gacilly, near Morbihan, this eco-hotel is the birthplace of the Yves Rocher brand. Nature clearly sets the tempo and brings positive vibes to the state of mind. Surrounded by meadows and forests, the hotel is completely integrated into nature, while remaining modern.

On a human scale, the hotel offers 29 rooms with private terraces overlooking the magnificent landscape. It also has three suites set in the park. Opened in 2008, the hotel has positioned itself as an eco-friendly establishment with a very specific, sustainable design: energy management, natural materials, animal shelters, green roofs, etc. This approach also continues in the creative cuisine, with plant-based and organic dishes.

The Spa Yves Rocher, certified by Spas De France ®, offers treatment rituals that are as close to nature as possible, using plant-based products. Duo treatments take place in a cabin nestled in the branches of a cypress tree. Coaches also offer sports activities such as yoga, pilates, sophrology, stretching and meditation (which takes place in the forest).

From the sea, the Castelbrac spa hotel, a small haven of peace, stands out and intrigues. Like an ocean liner, the building looks out over the horizon through its portholes. Perfect for a gastronomic and spa break, the hotel is a must in Dinard.

This five-star hotel was created in 2015 and came into being in the hands of entrepreneur Yann Bucaille, creating 23 rooms, a bar and a restaurant. The decor naturally opts for the marine theme with elegance. The rooms, decorated in a variety of themes, are as refined as they are delicate, with contemporary furnishings and soft colours. All offer breathtaking views over the bay of Saint Malo from their terraces.

Carved into the rock, the Bassin (a beautiful swimming corridor with a view over the bay of Le Prieuré) provides a relaxing touch. But for even more relaxation, head to the Spa Suite by Thémaé and a By Gemology suite where experts offer treatments based on minerals and precious stones.

Just a few minutes from the Parliament and Town Hall in Rennes, the Balthazar Hotel & Spa McGallery quickly won over business travellers. Over the years, the hotel has attracted an even wider clientele thanks to its contemporary, modern and charming decor.

On a human scale, with just 56 rooms and affiliated to the Accor group, the hotel exudes a hushed atmosphere from the moment you enter. The same is true of its rooms, meticulously decorated in a playful, urban style with vintage objects and patterned wallpaper.

On the ground floor, thehotel houses its 300m2 NUXE spa, equipped with an ice fountain, whirlpool, heated indoor pool with hydromassage jets, star hammam and sauna.

Facing Quiberon Bay, the Diana Hôtel enjoys a prime location near the seaside resort of Carnac. This four-star hotel offers an elegant, refined and contemporary atmosphere, perfect for getting away from it all.

The 40 rooms are spacious and renovated in a chic and elegant decor. They all have a terrace where you can enjoy the soothing surroundings and lush vegetation. The Eskell restaurant serves traditional Breton cuisine using fresh seasonal produce.

The hotel offers a Nuxe spa in a warm, cocooning setting. It offers a gentle, relaxing experience in harmony with nature. Four cabins offer body treatments. The wellness area also includes a hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, sensory shower and hydrojet. There is also a heated swimming pool facing Carnac's long beach.

A small haven of peace, the Brittany & Spa hotel is part of the renowned Relais & Châteaux group and offers five-star service. Set on the Pointe de Sainte Barbe, the hotel is certainly the best place to enjoy the port of Roscoff.

Its rooms are soberly decorated and unique. They combine contemporary and 18th-century art, particularly in the objects. The suites literally open out onto the immensity of the sea. The Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant offers a unique culinary experience. The chef sublimates all the local produce, including fish, shellfish and crustaceans, according to what's available and what's in season.

Finally, its 200m2 spa area plunges you into a world of marine relaxation. It has an indoor heated swimming pool with hydromassage jets, a steam room, a balneotherapy centre, a hammam and an herbal tea room to complete this moment of pleasure.

Located in Plouharmel, the Carnac Lodge Hotel & Spa is far from being a large thalasso complex. However, its human scale gives it an undeniable charm, intimacy and exclusivity. Visitors feel right at home, with a touch of luxury.

Its rooms are spacious and decorated in a warm and friendly style. Family rooms have a large lounge area and top-quality bedding. Breakfast is particularly pleasant in the lush, tropical garden.

The spa and balneotherapy area houses an indoor swimming pool at 31°C, a jacuzzi, a sauna, a solarium and a hammam. Experts are on hand to provide massages and other therapeutic and invigorating body treatments. Finally, a heated outdoor swimming pool at 29°c is also available to customers.

Overlooking the Bay of La Baule, the Château des Tourelles Thalasso & Spa Baie de La Baule blends in perfectly with its natural surroundings, around the Brière regional nature park with its century-old trees. This 4-star hotel caters for travellers who want to let go of the everyday.

Head to the Relais Thalasso Suite, in the hands of the experts, to enjoy an exceptional treatment programme. Here you'll find an outdoor heated seawater pool, where you can admire the ocean. The treatment area offers scrubs, sea mud and seaweed treatments, modelling under the rain of sea water, and a range of detox massages and gentle treatments to enjoy alone or as a couple.

The château's rooms and suites are elegantly decorated and all have a terrace where you can enjoy the Grand Bleu. The restaurant offers the same healthy cuisine as the hotel. Its iodised menu features ocean flavours, verrines and gourmet salads.

With its small village feel, Hotel La Désirade is one of Brittany's atypical family-run hotels. Located in the heart of Belle île en mer, the hotel is run by Bénédicte and Pierre, whose ambition it was to open this little haven to share moments of life and forge links with guests. The atmosphere is one of peace.

Behind its beautiful pink and coloured facades, 28 rooms and 4 suites are revealed in pastel tones, with wood panelling on the walls. Spacious and opening onto the beautiful garden, the rooms are named after local villages on the island.

This Michelin-starred restaurant is a delight. Known as one of the best addresses on the island, it features contemporary local cuisine led by chef Pacôme Epron. For an enchanted interlude, guests have access to a heated outdoor swimming pool and a well-equipped 100m2 spa (sauna, swimming pool, hammam, relaxation room, treatment and massage room - oil and hot stone massages, reflexology).

The Agapa hotel spa Nuxe, a beautiful five-star building, is located in the small village of Perros-Guirec. Perched on a hill, the hotel offers incredible panoramic views of the famous pink granite coastline.

As soon as you step inside, you're greeted by an elegant décor, a modern look inspired by Art Deco style. The discreet walls of the rooms are shades of beige and white, with light wood furniture. All offer sea views. The hotel's gourmet restaurant serves modern and traditional Breton cuisine.

Spread over 400m2, the spa includes 10 treatment rooms, a sauna, a hammam, hydrojets and a fitness centre. It also has a swimming pool and whirlpool. Treatments are provided using Nuxe brand products based on active plant ingredients.

Nestling near the Carnac salt marshes, this 4-star hotel is dedicated to families in need of a relaxing break. The emphasis is on the lush natural surroundings.

Here, people know how to have fun as well as relax. Tribes enjoy outdoor activities such as sailing or horse riding, while taking advantage of the hotel's facilities. The wellness area offers a 33° heated marine circuit, an open-air jacuzzi and a wide range of organic treatments. The wellness facilities also include a swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool with seawater heated to 29°, several saunas and steam rooms, a solarium, a relaxation room and a tropical garden.

The hotel's restaurant offers gourmet cuisine featuring local flavours such as wild turbot from Brittany. Themed dinners will delight families with the unmissable buffet of Breton crêpes.