Features
What to expect: An opulent reception area of high ceilings, chandeliers, and hand-painted walls with intricate gilt-leafed designs sets the tone for this grand 19th-century hotel. The beachfront Hermitage Barrière hosts French celebrities and well-heeled vacationers.
Amenity highlights: L’Eden Beach, the hotel’s restaurant, is a chic gathering place by the sea. The spotlight is on fresh seafood, including lobster, and dining is indoors or out on the terrace. A large heated outdoor pool is open year-round. The health club features saunas, Turkish baths, and a fitness room overlooking the water.
Insider tip: The Hermitage Barrière offers discounts to nearby attractions within the Lucien Barrière group. These include the 3,000-square-meter (32,000-square-foot) Thalassotherapy Thalgo Center, the Tennis Country Club, and the Casino de la Baule—all within a five-minute walk of the hotel.
L’Eden Beach - Smart beachside restaurant with indoor and terrace dining. Seafood, including lobster chosen live from tank. Wood paneling, blue-and-white decor, wicker chairs. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Bar Les Evens - Burgundy velvet furnishings, cigar humidor, photos of polo events and celebrity guests. Drinks daily from morning until late night. Pianist performs on grand piano and light fare is served in summer. La Terrasse - French cuisine, including regional specialties, in a formal room overlooking the gardens. Regency-striped chairs, gilt-leafed walls, ornate chandeliers. Open for lunch and dinner during July and August, French school holidays, and bank-holiday weekends.
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