Bed and breakfasts and stays in the Alpilles
The Alpilles, pale ridges and stone villages
A compact but strongly defined massif
Between the Rhône and the Durance, the Alpilles form a line of limestone ridges stretching for about thirty kilometers. The range is not high, but it gives the landscape a strong structure: white cliffs, dry valleys, pines, olive groves, cypresses, garrigue and villages gathered around their church towers.
To the south, the massif opens towards Arles, the Camargue and Salon-de-Provence. To the north, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Eygalières look more naturally towards Avignon, the Montagnette, where Boulbon sets its castle against the massif, and the Rhône side of Provence. This compact geography makes it easy to vary visits without travelling far.
Protected landscapes and natural park
The Alpilles regional natural park protects a sensitive area shaped by dry summers, fire risk and remarkable biodiversity. Ridge roads, small valleys, paths through olive groves and views over the plains give a stay here a strong landscape dimension.
Villages and heritage
Les Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Maussane-les-Alpilles, Mouriès, Fontvieille, Eygalières and Le Paradou form a group of nearby but distinct villages. Stone lanes, shaded squares, rural chapels, mills, markets and walking paths are all part of the experience. Discover the village of Les Baux and the Costapéra plateau.
Glanum, the castle of Les Baux, the Carrières de Lumières, Daudet’s mill and the small roads lined with dry-stone walls give the Alpilles a rare heritage density for such a compact massif.
Olive oil, wine and local life
Olive oil from the Vallée des Baux, Baux-de-Provence wines, markets and local tables naturally accompany the discovery. Staying in a guest house in the Alpilles lets you enjoy this rural Provence while keeping Avignon, Arles, the Camargue and the Luberon within easy reach.
Stay in a bed and breakfast in the Alpilles
Here is a selection of guest houses, gites and charming places to stay near the Alpilles, with direct access to each owner’s website.
- Garden
- Table d’hôtes (guest meals)
- Swimming pool
Charming Bed and breakfast
Lou Ventoulet
Above Mouriès, three comfortable, air-conditioned rooms enjoy panoramic views over the Vallée des Baux. Among pines and olive trees, the property offers peaceful surroundings for outdoor breakfasts and unhurried rest. A base in the heart of the Alpilles, close to the villages and paths of the hills.
This address is located in Mouriès and associated with a stay near AlpillesBaux de ProvenceSaint Rémy de ProvenceArles
Mouriès 13890
Charming bed and breakfast and Gite
Les Tournesols
In Mallemort’s old centre, three comfortable rooms and a holiday rental for two occupy a warmly decorated Provençal house. A garden, terraces and rooftop views provide quiet breaks after sightseeing. The rental has a panoramic terrace for enjoying the landscapes between the Luberon and the Alpilles.
This address is located in Mallemort and associated with a stay near AlpillesLourmarinLuberonAix en Provence
Mallemort 13370
Charming bed and breakfast
La Souste de Jean
Near Noves, a single guest room for two welcomes travellers in a small independent house surrounded by meadows and fruit trees. Spacious and naturally cool, it offers a peaceful stay, with breakfast on the terrace or beneath the olive trees. Avignon and the Alpilles are within easy reach for outings.
This address is located in Noves and associated with a stay near AlpillesSaint Rémy de ProvenceAvignonLuberon
Noves 13550
Charming Bed and breakfast
Mas des Marguerites
In Maussane-les-Alpilles, two rooms and three suites, all air-conditioned, offer warm décor and thoughtful comforts. Breakfast beneath the arbour and relaxation spaces invite peaceful days. Walk into the village for restaurants and strolls, with Les Baux-de-Provence and the landscapes of the Alpilles close by.
This address is located in Maussane les Alpilles and associated with a stay near Baux de ProvenceSaint Rémy de ProvenceArles
Maussane les Alpilles 13520
Charming bed and breakfast
Au Coeur des Alpilles
In Maussane-les-Alpilles, five air-conditioned rooms, including a suite, feature carefully chosen Provençal décor. Each has its own entrance and a shaded terrace for breakfast. Among olive trees and Mediterranean plants, the property offers a peaceful stay near Les Baux-de-Provence and Saint-Rémy.
This address is located in Maussane-les-Alpilles and associated with a stay near Baux de ProvenceSaint Rémy de Provence
Maussane-les-Alpilles 13520
Prestige bed and breakfast
Le Clos des Cyprès
In Graveson, near Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, three rooms and a suite, all air-conditioned, feature soft, refined décor in a Provençal house. Terraces and a patio offer peaceful places to enjoy the day. The chef’s cooking and time relaxing by the hot tub give this address its focus on good food and comfort, between the Alpilles and Avignon.
This address is located in Graveson and associated with a stay near AlpillesSaint-Rémy de ProvenceAvignonBaux de Provence
Graveson 13690
Prestige bed and breakfast
La Bastide des Grands Chênes
In Lambesc, five spacious rooms, each with its own atmosphere, occupy a restored former hunting lodge. Wooden floors, fireplaces and natural materials preserve the house’s character while providing modern comfort. Tall trees and terraces invite a pause between outings in the Pays d’Aix, the Luberon and the Alpilles.
This address is located in Lambesc and associated with a stay near AlpillesAix-en-ProvenceLuberon
Lambesc 13410Choosing the right guest house in the Alpilles
When is the best time to stay in the Alpilles?
Summer is a lively season, with markets, terraces, long evenings, local festivals and sunlit landscapes.
Spring and autumn offer a quieter pace for visits, walks, villages and country roads.
Where should you choose a bed and breakfast near the Alpilles?
The southern side of the Alpilles, around Maussane-les-Alpilles, Mouriès, Paradou, Fontvieille and Les Baux-de-Provence, opens towards Arles, the Camargue and Salon-de-Provence. It is a good base for combining villages, limestone landscapes, olive groves and trips to southern Provence.
The northern side, with Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Eygalières, Saint-Étienne-du-Grès, Maillane and Graveson, is more naturally oriented towards Avignon, the Rhône and inland Provence.
To the west, Tarascon, Beaucaire and the Montagnette give easy access to the Pont du Gard, the Provençal Gard and the Rhône valley. To the east, Eyguières, Aureille and Orgon bring the stay closer to the Luberon and the Durance.
What can you do during a stay in the Alpilles?
The essential sights in the Alpilles include Les Baux-de-Provence and its castle, Carrières de Lumières, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Glanum and the Antiques, the landscapes of the regional natural park and the olive-tree roads between Maussane, Mouriès and Fontvieille.
Leave time for the atmosphere of the villages too: wander through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence’s old town, stop in Eygalières at the Saint-Sixte chapel, visit Fontvieille and Daudet’s mill, discover Saint Gabriel Chapel near Tarascon, sit at a café on a village square, browse the Wednesday market in Saint-Rémy or return by a small road lined with cypress trees and dry-stone walls.