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Les Vagues

12 Avenue Théodore Aubanel
Rated 8.7 in 516 reviews

Les Vagues is a quaint boutique hotel nestled in the charming coastal town of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France. This enchanting hotel offers a unique blend of traditional Provençal charm and modern comfort, making it an ideal retreat for travelers seeking a serene escape. Its prime location provides easy access to the stunning Camargue region, famous for its diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

The hotel is designed to reflect the natural beauty of its surroundings, with thoughtfully decorated interiors that evoke a sense of calm and relaxation. Each room at Les Vagues is tastefully appointed with contemporary furnishings, ensuring guests enjoy a comfortable and restful stay. Large windows allow natural light to flood in, accentuating the warm color palette that complements the coastal ambiance.

Guests can indulge in a delightful culinary experience at the hotel's on-site restaurant, where fresh local produce and traditional recipes are skillfully combined to create delectable dishes. A relaxing terrace presents a charming spot for enjoying a morning coffee or an evening drink while soaking in the tranquil atmosphere.

The welcoming and attentive staff at Les Vagues are dedicated to providing personalized service, ensuring each guest feels at home. Whether you explore the winding streets of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, venture into the nearby nature reserves, or simply unwind by the sea, Les Vagues offers a harmonious balance of leisure and adventure. Its intimate setting and thoughtful amenities make it a perfect destination for couples, families, and solo travelers looking to experience the authentic allure of southern France.

Climate and Weather

January
 11°
 3°
 11°
 4
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
February
 12°
 3°
 11°
 5
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
March
 14°
 5°
 12°
 7
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
April
 16°
 8°
 13°
 8
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
May
 20°
 12°
 16°
 10
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
June
 25°
 16°
 19°
 11
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
July
 28°
 19°
 22°
 12
Sun hours / day
 30
Rain free days
August
 28°
 18°
 23°
 11
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
September
 25°
 15°
 21°
 9
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
October
 20°
 11°
 19°
 7
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
November
 15°
 7°
 16°
 5
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
December
 12°
 4°
 13°
 4
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and near Les Vagues

Bullring of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Bullring of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Bullring in Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (Bouches-du-Rhône, Camargue, France)
130m / 150yd
Church of the Saintes Maries de la Mer
Church of the Saintes Maries de la Mer
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
240m / 260yd
Baroncelli Museum
Museum dedicated to the Camargue bull's tradition in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
50m / 50yd
Phare de la Gacholle
Phare de la Gacholle
Lighthouse in Bouches-du-Rhône, France
11.8km / 7.3mi
Domain of the castle of Avignon
Domain of the castle of Avignon
Resort castle and agricultural estate
12.1km / 7.5mi
Mas de Méjanes
Mas de Méjanes
Farmhouse whose tower (oldest part) dates back to the 13th century in the town of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (Bouches-du-Rhône, Camargue, France)
14.3km / 8.9mi
Fort de Peccais
Fort de Peccais
14.9km / 9.3mi
Abbaye d'Ulmet
Abbaye d'Ulmet
Abbey located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
17km / 10.6mi
Chapelle de Montcalm
Chapelle de Montcalm
Chapel located in Gard, in France
16km / 10mi
Église Saint-Vincent d'Albaron
Église Saint-Vincent d'Albaron
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
18.4km / 11.4mi
Musée de la Camargue
Musée de la Camargue
Museum in France
21km / 13.1mi
Espeyran Castle
Espeyran Castle
19th century manor located in Saint-Gilles (Gard, France)
21.6km / 13.4mi
Tour de Constance
Tour de Constance
Tower in Aigues-Mortes, France
23.1km / 14.4mi
Phare de l'Espiguette
Phare de l'Espiguette
Lighthouse in Gard, France
23.3km / 14.5mi
Notre-Dame des Sablons
Notre-Dame des Sablons
Church located in Gard, in France
22.9km / 14.3mi
Tour Carbonnière
Tour Carbonnière
Advanced watchtower of the fortifications of Aigues-Mortes, also grant (for charcoal in particular), located on the border of the commune of Saint-Laurent-d'Aigouze, Gard, France
23.5km / 14.6mi
Chapel of the Grey Penitents
Chapel of the Grey Penitents
French religious building in Aiguess-Mortes, Gard, in France
22.7km / 14.1mi
White Penitents' chapel at Aigues-Mortes
White Penitents' chapel at Aigues-Mortes
Chapel located in Gard, in France
22.8km / 14.2mi
Maison
House in Aigues-Mortes, France
22.8km / 14.1mi
Temple d'Aigues-Mortes
Temple d'Aigues-Mortes
Meeting house located in Gard, in France
23.1km / 14.4mi
Chapelle du Sacré-Cœur de Gallician
Chapelle du Sacré-Cœur de Gallician
Chapel located in Gard, in France
23.8km / 14.8mi
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey located in Gard, in France
25.1km / 15.6mi
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey located in Gard, in France
25.1km / 15.6mi
Psalmody Abbey
Psalmody Abbey
Abbey located in Gard, in France
24km / 14.9mi
Le Grau-du-Roi lighthouse
Le Grau-du-Roi lighthouse
Lighthouse in Gard, France
25.4km / 15.8mi
Seaquarium
24.5km / 15.2mi
Maison romane de Saint-Gilles-du-Gard
Maison romane de Saint-Gilles-du-Gard
House in Saint-Gilles, France
25.2km / 15.7mi
Église Saint-Trophime de Barcarin
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
25.3km / 15.7mi
Arènes de Salin-de-Giraud
Arènes de Salin-de-Giraud
Bullring in Salin-de-Giraud, Arles (Bouches-du-Rhône, Camargue, France)
25.3km / 15.7mi
Charles de Gaulle
Charles de Gaulle
French general and statesman (1890–1970)
25km / 15.6mi
Monument aux Morts
Monument aux Morts
War memorial of Gard department, France
25km / 15.6mi
Chapelle orthodoxe grecque de la Dormition-de-la-Vierge de Salin-de-Giraud
Chapel located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
25.3km / 15.7mi
Église Saint-Pierre du Grau-du-Roi
Église Saint-Pierre du Grau-du-Roi
Church located in Gard, in France
25.3km / 15.7mi
Chapelle Sainte-Thérèse du Grau-du-Roi
Chapel located in Gard, in France
24.6km / 15.3mi
Église Saint-Trophime de Salin-de-Giraud
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
24.9km / 15.5mi
Église de la Nativité-de-la-Vierge du Sambuc
Église de la Nativité-de-la-Vierge du Sambuc
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
24.9km / 15.5mi
Église Saint-Pierre de Saliers
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
24.1km / 15mi
Église réformée de Saint-Gilles
Église réformée de Saint-Gilles
Church located in Gard, in France
25.3km / 15.7mi
Langlois Bridge
Langlois Bridge
French bridge
27.9km / 17.3mi
Château de Calvières
27.7km / 17.2mi
Église Saint-Laurent de Saint-Laurent-d'Aigouze
Église Saint-Laurent de Saint-Laurent-d'Aigouze
Church located in Gard, in France
27.6km / 17.2mi
Temple de l'Église protestante unie de France de Saint-Laurent-d'Aigouze
Meeting house located in Gard, in France
27.5km / 17.1mi
Église Saint-Honorat de Mas Thibert
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
27km / 16.8mi
Arles Rhône 3
Arles Rhône 3
Ancient shipwreck
29.6km / 18.4mi
Temple protestant d'Arles
Temple protestant d'Arles
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
29.9km / 18.6mi

What to do in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and near Les Vagues

Bullring of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Bullring of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Bullring in Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (Bouches-du-Rhône, Camargue, France)
130m / 150yd
Church of the Saintes Maries de la Mer
Church of the Saintes Maries de la Mer
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
240m / 260yd
Baroncelli Museum
Museum dedicated to the Camargue bull's tradition in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
50m / 50yd
Phare de la Gacholle
Phare de la Gacholle
Lighthouse in Bouches-du-Rhône, France
11.8km / 7.3mi
Domain of the castle of Avignon
Domain of the castle of Avignon
Resort castle and agricultural estate
12.1km / 7.5mi
Mas de Méjanes
Mas de Méjanes
Farmhouse whose tower (oldest part) dates back to the 13th century in the town of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (Bouches-du-Rhône, Camargue, France)
14.3km / 8.9mi
Fort de Peccais
Fort de Peccais
14.9km / 9.3mi
Abbaye d'Ulmet
Abbaye d'Ulmet
Abbey located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
17km / 10.6mi
Chapelle de Montcalm
Chapelle de Montcalm
Chapel located in Gard, in France
16km / 10mi
Église Saint-Vincent d'Albaron
Église Saint-Vincent d'Albaron
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
18.4km / 11.4mi
Musée de la Camargue
Musée de la Camargue
Museum in France
21km / 13.1mi
Espeyran Castle
Espeyran Castle
19th century manor located in Saint-Gilles (Gard, France)
21.6km / 13.4mi
Tour de Constance
Tour de Constance
Tower in Aigues-Mortes, France
23.1km / 14.4mi
Phare de l'Espiguette
Phare de l'Espiguette
Lighthouse in Gard, France
23.3km / 14.5mi
Notre-Dame des Sablons
Notre-Dame des Sablons
Church located in Gard, in France
22.9km / 14.3mi
Tour Carbonnière
Tour Carbonnière
Advanced watchtower of the fortifications of Aigues-Mortes, also grant (for charcoal in particular), located on the border of the commune of Saint-Laurent-d'Aigouze, Gard, France
23.5km / 14.6mi
Chapel of the Grey Penitents
Chapel of the Grey Penitents
French religious building in Aiguess-Mortes, Gard, in France
22.7km / 14.1mi
White Penitents' chapel at Aigues-Mortes
White Penitents' chapel at Aigues-Mortes
Chapel located in Gard, in France
22.8km / 14.2mi
Maison
House in Aigues-Mortes, France
22.8km / 14.1mi
Temple d'Aigues-Mortes
Temple d'Aigues-Mortes
Meeting house located in Gard, in France
23.1km / 14.4mi
Chapelle du Sacré-Cœur de Gallician
Chapelle du Sacré-Cœur de Gallician
Chapel located in Gard, in France
23.8km / 14.8mi
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey located in Gard, in France
25.1km / 15.6mi
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey of Saint-Gilles
Abbey located in Gard, in France
25.1km / 15.6mi
Psalmody Abbey
Psalmody Abbey
Abbey located in Gard, in France
24km / 14.9mi
Le Grau-du-Roi lighthouse
Le Grau-du-Roi lighthouse
Lighthouse in Gard, France
25.4km / 15.8mi
Seaquarium
24.5km / 15.2mi
Maison romane de Saint-Gilles-du-Gard
Maison romane de Saint-Gilles-du-Gard
House in Saint-Gilles, France
25.2km / 15.7mi
Église Saint-Trophime de Barcarin
Church located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France
25.3km / 15.7mi
Arènes de Salin-de-Giraud
Arènes de Salin-de-Giraud
Bullring in Salin-de-Giraud, Arles (Bouches-du-Rhône, Camargue, France)
25.3km / 15.7mi
Charles de Gaulle
Charles de Gaulle
French general and statesman (1890–1970)
25km / 15.6mi

About Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is a charming coastal town located in the Camargue region of France, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences. One of the highlights of the area is the beautiful beaches that line the Mediterranean coast. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing, swimming, or simply taking leisurely walks along the shore.

The town is also known for its unique cultural heritage, particularly its connection to the Romani people and the annual pilgrimage dedicated to Saint Sarah. This pilgrimage attracts visitors from various backgrounds, providing insight into the local traditions and the significance of the saint in the community.

Another significant site is the Church of Saintes-Maries, which dates back to the 9th century. This historic church is not only an architectural gem but also a place of worship and reflection. The interior features beautiful artwork and is a focal point during the local celebrations.

For those interested in the natural environment, exploring the Camargue Regional Nature Park is essential. This area is known for its diverse wildlife, including flamingos and wild horses. Birdwatching and hiking opportunities abound, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the unique landscape of the wetlands and marshes.

The local cuisine is another aspect worth experiencing. Enjoying traditional dishes that showcase the flavors of the region, such as seafood and regional specialties, can enhance your visit. Dining at local restaurants provides an authentic taste of the area’s culinary offerings.

Lastly, engaging with the local markets can provide a glimpse into everyday life in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. These markets often feature fresh produce, local crafts, and other goods, making it a perfect spot to interact with residents and discover unique products. Overall, the town offers a blend of relaxation, culture, and natural beauty that appeals to a variety of interests.




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