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La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel

4.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with 2 hot tubs and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel

Couples treatment room(s), Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments
Front of property
View from property
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Route de Flayosc, Tourtour, Var, 83690
  • Place Frederic-Mistral
    15 min drive
  • Terra Rossa Museum
    16 min drive
  • Château d'Entrecasteaux
    25 min drive
  • Saint-Tropez (LTT-La Mole)
    68 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Prestige Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Prestige Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Prestige Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Superior Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Superior Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Minibar
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Comfort Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Comfort Room, Spa access included (Indoor swimming pool, Sauna, Spa hot tub, Hammam)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exterior

Château de Berne

Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
Parking included
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (160)
The price is NZ$493
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Château de Berne

About the area

Tourtour

At La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Verdon Regional Natural Park and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Château Thuerry. Highlights at this boutique hotel include 2 hot tubs, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A pampering day can include hot stone massages and Swedish massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, outdoor tennis court and Turkish bath/hammam. 646 square feet (60 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions in proximity to this 4-property class Tourtour hotel include Gorges du Verdon and Lac de Sainte Croix.

What's nearby

  • Château d'Entrecasteaux - 25 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Lac de Sainte Croix - 27 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Thoronet Abbey - 31 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Graces - 31 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Gorges du Verdon - 46 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Vidauban Station - 30 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar le Biérodrome - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bar des Ormeaux - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café des Vignes - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Cuisine des Halles S - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais Saint Denis - ‬7 min walk

About this property

La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel

Mediterranean hotel with 2 hot tubs and full-service spa
La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 hot tubs, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a health club are also featured at the business-friendly La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Tourtour hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1967
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel offers 23 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Tourtour hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

The on-site spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and reflexology.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 21.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1967
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's restaurant is open for dinner only and Staurdays and Sundays for lunch also. July and August, the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.31 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 21.5 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, ANCV Cheques-vacances, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, ANCV Chèques-vacances, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel on 2 Dec 2024 start from NZ$298.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

Yep, La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel have a pool?

Take your pick from a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open from May to September.

What luxury perks are available at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel features 2 hot tubs, a health club and an indoor pool.

Is La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, babysitting services and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel is a hit with families.

Does La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

No, La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

La Bastide De Tourtour & Spa Hôtel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 154 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Orangevale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stunning place with excellent staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ocean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at this charming hotel with the best view in Provence
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building has the wow factor! Room was big and has a large terrace with great view, nice pool, good restaurant and the people are very nice. Close to Gorge du Verdon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

KS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning setting in a quiet part of Provence.
Had a very pleasant one night stay (two would have been better to fully utilise the spa). Friendly staff and superb location. We had a superior room with a balcony and a partial side view. If available, i would book the next room type up with balcony and more full on view. We had breakfast here which was varied and plentiful. I briefly enjoyed the spa which was extensive with sauna, indoor pool, hamman etc. Great collection of info on all the possible walks and cycle rides in area, which was really well presented. Well done! Only (small) thing is they asked if we wanted to book for dinner a few days earlier and we said no, thinking we would eat in the village for some local ambience. But in early Oct all 6 restaurants were closed on Monday and their restaurant was fully booked. It would have been good to know that as we would have booked! But we drove to Aups which was only 20 mins away and ate there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent soothing place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with good service
The hotel is set in beautiful grounds with amazing views across the French countryside. Food was very good and staff were both friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and had air conditioning. An excellent place to stay for a relaxing break.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Atsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view from the balcony was fantastic.
Very cozy hotel in a quiet part of Tourtour. Perfect for chilling out. The meal in the restaurant was surprisingly good compared to our previous experience. Having said that we noticed our desert was previously frozen and defrosted. The breakfast could be improved, it is mostly self-service but you would expect more from 4 star hotel in particular considering it charges 20 euro per person. You even have to make your own coffee and you have ask for a warm milk for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel
Very great place. One of the best place I have ever been. The food was excellent, the spa was very relaxing and the staff were always at our service. The only remark I will make is that the room are not fully soundproof But it is minor fact. Thank you to for a great stays
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room with a patio and chairs overlooking the well-manicured grounds, the large swimming pool and the attentive service of the staff all contributed to a delightful interlude during our busy tour of the French countryside. The charming village of Tourtour was just a short walk away, providing shopping and additional dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

mette

Wonderful - like in nothing that wasn’t perfect. Totally awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location
A lovely hotel to stay in very pleasant staff, restaurant excellent, superb pool area and beautiful views over countryside .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Halifax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were constantly impressed during our stay. The staff is wonderful and the hotel and grounds are beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

DeVonne

Perfect setting for a Tourtour overnight stay
Location of the hotel with the panoramic view was awesome. Staff were professional and welcoming, and the restaurant was superb. Only thing they could improve would be to update the rooms...they are nice and spacious, and we loved our private terrace, but the finishings are worn (but clean). If you want to stay within a short walk to the cool mountainside town of Tourtour, I’d recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel!
This hotel is wonderful. Staff was amazing...especially the restaurant staff who were just so friendly and accommodating (they even went out of their way to find us face paint for the world cup)! Grounds are beautiful and the walk to town is less than 3 minutes. Hopefully we will have the chance to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect short break getaway
Lovely small hotel walking distance to Tourtour which is a beautiful old village to wonder around and grab a coffee/ watch life go by. The hotel has nice outdoor pool too if you fancy being lazy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very relaxing stay.
We had a very long wait for dinner , all courses which spoilt our experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leif Mikal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exellent in all respects, restaurant and breakfast was super.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

John , London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant, lovely views and lovely staff
Very smart hotel, excellent location, staff extremely pleasant and helpful. Views spectacular. Have stayed there previously. This time the East facing room was rather small and the bath shower was a bit awkward. Short walk to the lovely village of Tourtour. Excellent overall .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay!
The hotel is amazing, definitely the best place to stay in the whole area. Short walk to one of the cutest towns in all of the Provence mountain area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Var Villa, Var

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views
After booking a room that I was charged 175.00€ I received a small room with a view over the car park !! the charge on the invoice was 143.50€ I did not receive what I thought I was booking. So when booking the this company bewear. The food was over priced for what we received, came up just about warm.........we felt the service was poor. NO I will never re visit the hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in a beautiful quite location! Worth the view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views in wonderful village
Lovely spot. Great pool. Majestic views. Excellent spa.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceeded expectations
Had a great 4-night stay at La Bastide in Tourtour. The hotel is very clean, comfortable and offers fantastic views over the surrounding mountains and valleys. There is a well-equipped spa for use without any additional charges (except for massages). The hotel is within a few minutes walk from the old village which is a great place itself. With a good selection of restaurants, outdoor cafes and galleries this place certainly exceeded our expectations. Would not hesitate to recommend both Tourtour and La Bastide to any of our friends.