Bed and breakfasts and stays near Les Baux-de-Provence
Les Baux-de-Provence, a hilltop village in the Alpilles
A site built on rock
Les Baux-de-Provence stand on a rocky spur above the southern side of the Alpilles. The village, castle ruins and views towards the Crau plain, Arles and the Camargue form a strongly mineral site, shaped by pale stone and sharp changes in relief.
The village can be busy, but it retains a particular strength early in the morning, in the evening or outside the high season. Lanes, passages, old houses and viewpoints recall the former power of this small fortified town. Our walk through Les Baux-de-Provence leads from the village to the Costapéra plateau.
The Lords of Les Baux and the castle
The Lords of Les Baux were among the great families of medieval Provence. Established in a fortress that was difficult to take, they long asserted their independence from neighboring powers. The castle, built on the edge of the cliff, helps explain the defensive logic of the site.
After Provence was annexed to the French crown, the village gradually lost its political role. The fortress was dismantled in the seventeenth century, then rediscovered in the twentieth century with the rise of tourism in the Alpilles.
Val d’Enfer and Carrières de Lumières
Below the village, Val d’Enfer presents rock forms shaped by erosion and former quarrying. This landscape has fed many stories and gives the site an atmosphere quite different from the neighboring olive plains.
Nearby, the Carrières de Lumières use the volumes of a former underground quarry for monumental projections. The venue complements a visit to the village, but the small roads around Maussane, Le Paradou, Fontvieille and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence are also worth taking time for.
Staying near Les Baux
Choosing a bed and breakfast near Les Baux-de-Provence makes it easier to enjoy the village outside the busiest hours and to explore the southern side of the Alpilles. Maussane-les-Alpilles, Le Paradou, Fontvieille and Saint-Rémy offer complementary settings for discovering the massif.
Stay in a bed and breakfast near Les Baux-de-Provence
Here is a selection of guest houses, gites and charming places to stay near Les Baux-de-Provence and 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 Baux de ProvenceAlpillesSaint Rémy de ProvenceArles
Mouriès 13890
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 Baux de ProvenceSaint-Rémy de ProvenceAlpillesAvignon
Graveson 13690Planning a stay near Les Baux-de-Provence
When is the best time to stay near Les Baux-de-Provence?
Summer brings lively terraces, evenings and village life in the Alpilles.
Spring and autumn are very pleasant for the castle, the lanes and the viewpoints, with a quieter rhythm.
Where should you choose a bed and breakfast near Les Baux-de-Provence?
Maussane, Paradou and Fontvieille give quick access to Les Baux and the southern Alpilles. Saint-Rémy is a better base if you want to combine Les Baux, Glanum and the northern side of the range.
What can you do during a stay near Les Baux-de-Provence?
The essentials are the village, the castle, Val d’Enfer and Carrières de Lumières. Add Maussane, Fontvieille, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and the olive-tree roads to understand the Alpilles landscape more fully.