Bed and breakfasts in Var, between the Côte d’Azur, Green Provence and Verdon
Discover Var: a concentrated portrait of Provence
In the heart of Provence, from the Mediterranean shores of the Côte d'Azur to the impressive Verdon Gorges, the Var brings together several distinct Provençal landscapes. Toulon is its prefecture, a historic port city that deserves more than a quick stop.
The Mediterranean coast
The Mediterranean coast of Var draws many summer visitors, with Saint-Tropez as one of the best-known names on the Côte d'Azur. This coastline is also shaped by beaches, rocky coves, ports and the islands of Hyères: Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Le Levant.
Landscapes between sea, hills and gorges
But the Var is not limited to its sun-soaked beaches. Nature lovers will be delighted by the exceptional landscapes offered by the Massif des Maures, the Estérel, and the Sainte-Baume, as well as the majestic Verdon Gorges, bordered by picturesque villages like Aiguines or Bauduen, on the edge of Lake Sainte-Croix.
The character of inland Provence
In the hinterland, the villages of the upper Var and the Pays de Fayence reveal a quieter Provence, while the Romanesque Abbey of Le Thoronet remains one of the department’s major heritage sites. This is also wine country, with Bandol and the Côtes de Provence as essential references.
A complete Provençal experience
By exploring the Var, every visitor will discover a condensed version of Provence, between heritage, varied landscapes and a strong Mediterranean identity.
Bed and breakfasts in Var
Here is a selection of guest houses, gites and charming places to stay in Var, between the French Riviera, Green Provence and the Verdon, with direct access to each owner’s website.
- Garden
- Table d’hôtes (guest meals)
- Swimming pool
Prestige Bed and breakfast
Les Pieds tanqués
In Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, three air-conditioned rooms, including a suite with a spa, occupy a house shaped by craftspeople. Natural materials, objects made on site and private terraces give each space its character. Among vines and pines, walk from the property to the Port d’Alon cove and the coastal paths.
Charming bed and breakfast and Gîte
Le Mas du Cimaï
In Évenos, five characterful rooms and a holiday rental for five occupy a Provençal farmhouse that was once an inn. Individual décor, terraces and sociable living spaces continue its tradition of hospitality. Between the Cimaï cliffs, the Sainte-Baume trails and the coast around Bandol, alternate outdoor outings with restful days.
Charming Bed and breakfast
L'Escale Provençale
Below the hilltop village of Tourrettes, three spacious, air-conditioned rooms occupy a 19th-century Provençal house. Bright, thoughtfully decorated and facing the garden, they offer a comfortable base for exploring the Pays de Fayence. Lake Saint-Cassien and the villages of the hinterland add to the choice of outings.
Huts and yurts
Ecolodges en Provence
In Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, three ecolodges invite couples to escape: a yurt and two cabins combining stone, wood and openings onto the sky. These unusual retreats pair comfort with a private spa and an intimate atmosphere, offering time together among Mediterranean plants.
Charming bed and breakfast and Cottages
Domaine de la Font des Pères
In Le Beausset, terraced vineyards shape this Bandol estate, where twenty-five rooms and suites are spread across four Provençal villas. Comfortable accommodation is part of an experience centred on wine, the estate’s cooking and the spa, with the Sainte-Baume on the horizon and the Mediterranean close by.
Bed and breakfast and holiday cottages
Domaine de la Blaque
In Varages, an 18th-century country house offers two guest rooms, three holiday rentals sleeping three to six and a family house for six to eight. The independent accommodation retains the character of the old buildings, among woods and olive trees. The owners’ passion for astronomy adds a distinctive view of the night sky to a stay in Provence Verte.
Charming bed and breakfast
La Colombe
A suite made up of two interconnecting bedrooms with a terrace and independent entrance, plus a cosy room for 2, in Tourrettes — a hilltop village in the Haut Var, close to Lake Saint-Cassien. Pool and landscaped garden.
Charming bed and breakfast
Le Clos des Vignes
In Saint-Raphaël, four air-conditioned rooms in soft colours welcome couples and families to a Provençal villa. The rooms look onto a flower-filled garden shaded by tall oaks, close to shops. A peaceful retreat after a day on the coast or a walk through the landscapes of the Estérel.
Charming Bed and breakfast and Gîte
Une Campagne en Provence
In Bras, three rooms, a suite and holiday rentals for two to six guests bring new life to a former Templar farm. Comfortable interiors and terraces facing the vines preserve the feel of a lived-in estate. Between woodland paths, Provençal meals and horse rides, days follow the pace of the Provence Verte countryside.
Prestige bed and breakfast
Bastide de Fontvieille
In Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, two rooms and two suites bring the feel of a family home to a former 18th-century wine farm. Aged furniture, soft colours and private terraces invite you to slow down, between the Bandol vineyards and nearby beaches. A characterful place to enjoy the sea while staying in the countryside.
Charming Bed and breakfast and Cottages
L'Amandari
In Le Plan-de-la-Tour, a former sheepfold houses four individually decorated rooms, alongside holiday rentals for two to seven guests and a traditional caravan for two. Private terraces, Mediterranean trees and sociable living spaces give the house a relaxed atmosphere, away from the bustle of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.
Planning your stay in Var
When should you stay in Var?
Summer is a major season in Var, with beaches, the Hyères islands, lively villages, evening markets and the Verdon lakes.
Spring and autumn make it easier to enjoy the coast, the mountain ranges, Green Provence villages and vineyards at a quieter pace.
Where should you choose a bed and breakfast in Var?
The coast around Saint-Tropez, Hyères, Bandol and Toulon suits sea-focused stays. Green Provence, Cotignac, Le Thoronet and the Pays de Fayence offer a quieter inland Provence.
Around Aiguines, Bauduen and Lake Sainte-Croix, stays naturally focus on the Verdon Gorges and upper Var landscapes.
What can you do in Var during a Provence stay?
Var combines Mediterranean coastline, inland villages, forested massifs, vineyards and major natural sites.
- Discover Saint-Tropez, Hyères, Toulon, Bandol and the Var side of the Côte d’Azur
- Explore the Hyères islands, the Maures, the Estérel and the Sainte-Baume, up to the Grotto of Mary Magdalene
- Visit Cotignac, Le Thoronet, the Pays de Fayence and Green Provence
- Plan an excursion to the Verdon Gorges and Lake Sainte-Croix
- Taste Bandol and Côtes de Provence wines


