Hotel Le Pigonnet
An enchanting boutique hotel, part of the 'Small Luxury Hotels of the World, just a stone throw from the famous historical provencal city of Aix-en-Provence. Le Pigonnet is an elegant, family owned 18th cenutry bastide which epitomises Proven'al chic where guests can benefit from a great cultural and gastronomical escape while residing next to the famous Mont Saint Victoire. Secure parking is available on the grounds. The city is known to be the jewel in Provence's crown , with its historical centre buzzing with Art and culture, narrow typically southern french backstreets, and great shopping, and the hotel is central to all the attractions of the region: the bulls and wild horses of La Camargue, the seaside beauty of Cassis, the antique quarter of Le Luberon, and the charm of Marseille. Our experienced concierge desk is a fountain of information if you need any advise! The hotel comprises of 49 rooms and 1 suite, all individually decorated by the owner whose family has been art and antique collectors since the hotel opened in 1924, and the whole atmosphere is a stylish combination of contemporrary Mediterranean design with traditional french style that give a definite 'je ne sais quoi' to the place. The gardens are a delight, and guests are invited to wander around and discover the very place where Paul Cezanne used to paint, while relaxing with a drink to the sound of the fountains and provencal crillon. In summer time, one can also enjoy the swimming pool. Over the years, the hotel has gained a reputation for being one of the best tables of the region, where its restaurant 'Le Riviera' blends to perfection traditional and regional french cuisine, while offering a selection of the best wines of the country. In summer, there is no better place to dine than in the gardens, under the centuries old chestnut trees.25 minutes by car from Marseille
