We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in Normandy, France. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated December 2023.
Lively. Great bar. Great views. Located in the city center of Etretat, 500 metres away from the beach, this charming hotel-restaurant occupying the ‘Donjon’, a small 19th century Anglo-Norman castle set in a vast park full of flowers and trees, and a seaside villa built in the Belle Époque. The rooms at this hotel are accessible via stairs, decorated in a contemporary style and feature a spa bath or a jet shower in the en suite bathroom. Specialising in fish and seafood, the restaurant serves meals prepared with fresh, home-grown ingredients, which are produced in the garden from March til October. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and guests can use the property's digital media player free of charge. Domaine Saint Clair includes a heated outdoor swimming pool open seasonally, 4 guest lounges, a library and a covered patio with a wood burner. You can request a massage or beauty treatments on site. You can enjoy meals on the terrace and enjoy the views of Etretat and the cliffs. Close to the estate, the famous Etretat Golf Club stands on the lower cliffs, opposite the estate, 1 km away. The property also has 2 free car parks.Show full description
Historic. Beautiful. Great value. Situated in Bayeux, 4.6 km from Baron Gerard Museum, Château Saint Gilles features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service. The hotel has a terrace and garden views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Guests at Château Saint Gilles can enjoy a buffet breakfast. You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and bike hire is available. Cathedrale Notre Dame de Bayeux is 4.7 km from Château Saint Gilles, while Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry is 4.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Caen–Carpiquet, 29 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Charming. Popular among couples. Located in the historic centre of Honfleur, La Maison de Lucie welcomes guests in a cosy and elegant 18th-century hotel, close to the Vieux Bassin district. La Maison de Lucie features 10 rooms and 2 suites that provide guests with a sunny and bright setting for your stay in Honfleur. La Maison de Lucie is the perfect choice for its central location which provides easy access to the restaurants and shops in town and a charming, peaceful atmosphere. Some rooms offer a view of the interior patio, of the town or of the estuary. For guests comfort, the hotel features a hot tub decorated in an oriental style, where you can enjoy a relaxing moment with a surcharge.Show full description
La Maison De Lucie is a charming boutique hotel in the heart of a historic town. It is housed in an elegant 18th-century building and has beautifully decorated rooms and suites. The hotel has a lovely garden courtyard for relaxation and a wellness area with a hot tub.
Great location. Nice interior design. Le Flaubert is located on the beach in Trouville-sur-Mer, Normandy. This seaside hotel features free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Le Flaubert is a 2 minute walk from the town center and its shops, restaurants and casino. Le Flaubert offers en-suite rooms and suites with flat-screen TVs and cable channels including sports channels. Some rooms also have a balcony overlooking the sea. The property also includes a bar.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a bar, as well as a shared lounge, VILLA DU CEDRE Honfleur is situated in Honfleur, not far from Norman Museum of Ethnography and Popular Arts and Honfleur's Old Harbour. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. VILLA DU CEDRE Honfleur has a garden and sun terrace. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include La Forge Museum, Saint Leonard's Church and Saint Leonard's Wash House. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 11 km from VILLA DU CEDRE Honfleur.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most lively boutique hotels in Normandy. It also has a great location.
Guest House.Great bar. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Located in Le Neubourg, within 23 km of Le CADRAN and 39 km of Rouen Expo, Le manoir des chevaux dorés provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property features garden views and is 41 km from 14-juillet Tramway Station, Rouen and 42 km from Hotel de ville de Soteville Station, Rouen. Notre-Dame Cathedral of Rouen is 47 km away and Gare de Rouen Rive Droite is 47 km from the guest house. Free WiFi and a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer are available to all guests, while selected rooms are fitted with a game console. The units in the guest house are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Voltaire Station, Rouen is 43 km from the guest house, while Rouen Kindarena Sports Hall is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 89 km from Le manoir des chevaux dorés.Show full description
Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Situated in Surville, Manoir de Surville provides free bikes and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting a shared lounge, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Guests can dine in the in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of French dishes. The wellness area includes a sauna, hammam and massage treatments. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath and free toiletries. All guest rooms have a desk. A Continental breakfast is available daily at the property. Guests at Manoir de Surville will be able to enjoy activities in and around Surville, like cycling and hiking. Rouen is 27 km from the accommodation. A charging station for electric cars is available at this property.Show full description
I think this is the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in Normandy.
Guest House.Hip. Great value. Lovely interior design. Set in a 2000 m² park, Le Jardin Découverte is located in Conches-en-Ouche, 750 metres from the train station. It offers stylish rooms and houses with a garden view. Set in the main house or in individual, smaller houses, each room and suite has a flat-screen TV and they are decorated in an authentic style with parquet flooring. All accommodation has access to a shared terrace and garden. A homemade breakfast is available in the morning. Conches-en-Ouche horse training centre is 500 metres away, while both the centre of Evreux and Evreux Golf Club are a 20-minute drive away. Popular activities in the area include hiking, cycling and visiting the Chocolate Museum in Cluizel, just a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
One of the coolest guest houses in Normandy. It also has great affordability.
Bed and Breakfast.Very stylish. Trendy. Comfortable beds. Set in the Sainte Catherine area in the historic centre of Honfleur, La Petite Folie offers self-catering accommodation a 2-minute walk from the town's charming Old Harbour. Each accommodation type is accessible by a staircase. You will find a microwave, 2 hotplates and a small refrigerator, while cafés and restaurants can be found nearby. With original features such as exposed beams, the apartments are decorated with elegant furniture. An LCD TV is provided and all bathrooms include free toiletries. Linen and towels are provided for free. All apartments include a small kitchen and tea and coffee making facilities are provided. Guests can relax in the shard lounge area on the ground floor, which has a fireplace used during winter and opens onto the garden which is accessible in the summer. Free public parking with 500 car parking spaces is situated 200 metres from the apartments. Satie Museum is 50 metres away and Saint Catherine Church is 100 metres away.Show full description
La Petite Folie is a charming boutique bed and breakfast in the historic center. The beautifully decorated rooms and apartments provide a charming and authentic experience. Surrounded by lovely restaurants and shops, the property also has tranquil gardens for relaxation.
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely property. Great views. Popular among couples. Dating back to 1783, La Bonne Auberge is a group of thatched roof cottages located beside the Brotonne Forest and overlooking the River Seine. This property is set in Vieux Port in Normandy. Frequented by the writers Guy de Maupassant and Victor Hugo, each guest room features a river view and a private terrace. The rooms and suites at La Bonne Auberge all have a private entrance and en-suite bathrooms. They are each equipped with free Wi-Fi access. Guests of the Bonne Auberge can relax on the garden terrace, which is situated right next to the river. Charles Lhuillier used to live at La Bonne Auberge and William Turner made 3 paintings of the property's garden. Boat trips on the Seine River can be enjoyed, upon prior reservation. Honfleur is just a 20-minute drive from La Bonne Auberge and Rouen is a 35-minute drive away. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most RELAXING bed and breakfasts in Normandy. It also has outstanding views.
Great location. Comfortable beds. Situated in Honfleur, 1.4 km from Butin Beach, Hôtel Saint-Delis - La Maison du Peintre - Relais & Châteaux features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel has a hammam and a concierge service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Hôtel Saint-Delis - La Maison du Peintre - Relais & Châteaux rooms have bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at Hôtel Saint-Delis - La Maison du Peintre - Relais & Châteaux. Popular points of interest near the hotel include La Forge Museum, Honfleur's Old Harbour and Norman Museum of Ethnography and Popular Arts. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 9 km from Hôtel Saint-Delis - La Maison du Peintre - Relais & Châteaux.Show full description
Saint-Delis is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel situated in Honfleur's historic district. This 5-star hotel is part of the renowned Relais & Châteaux collection. It presents a beautiful enclosed garden, modern decor, and an exquisite steam room.
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Historic. Popular among women. Located 300 metres from the Seine River, Une Vie en Rose offers B&B accommodation. Our Suites have been decorated in the same harmonious spirit as our house while preserving the character of each of them. We paid particular attention to your comfort with high quality bedding. All suites have an independent entrance, en-suite bathroom as well as free Wi-Fi access. A generous and gourmet buffet breakfast is served daily, an evening dinner is available on request with a 48h notice, depending on availability on our side.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most CHARMING bed and breakfast in Normandy.
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Situated a 2-minute walk from Honfleur port, this former convent dating from the 17th century has been converted into a B&B set over 2 levels and offers en suite rooms with LCD TVs and free WiFi internet access. The sea is only 1.5 km away. Restaurants can be found within a walking distance. With a seating area and desk, each room at La Cour Sainte Catherine demeure de charme, demeure de charme includes a hairdryer, free toiletries and a shower or bath. Some of the suites also have a kitchenette and a dining area. Guests have access to the garden. A continental breakfast made with local products is offered in the morning. Sainte Catherine Church is 100 m away. Deauville is 15 km away, the A20 motorway is 3.5 km away and the A13 motorway is a 20-minute drive away. Bike storage is available upon request.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Located just 2 km from the centre of Honfleur, Le Clos de Grâce offers a fitness centre, a hammam and free access to the indoor swimming pool. The beach is just a 5-minute drive away and Deauville is 14 km away. All rooms feature views of the garden, a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, seating area and safety deposit box. The en suite bathroom includes a hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobe and slippers. A continental breakfast is provided each morning at Le Clos de Grâce. Guests can also make use of the coffee making facilities in their guest rooms. From May to September, a picnic basket can be prepared upon prior request. Additional features include free bikes on site, a garden and free private parking. You can also request massage treatments for an extra fee at this property.Show full description
Guest House.Unique. Nice style. Superb breakfast. Boasting massage services and views of city, La Maison Carpe Diem is a guest house set in a historic building in Les Andelys, 37 km from Le CADRAN. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the guest house, units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. There is also a dressing room in some of the units. All units feature a wardrobe. There is a coffee shop, and a grocery delivery service is also available upon request. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Les Andelys, like hiking. After a day of golfing, cycling or fishing, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Rouen Expo is 45 km from La Maison Carpe Diem, while 14-juillet Tramway Station, Rouen is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beauvais–Tillé, 66 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be the most unique and authentic boutique hotel in Normandy. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Great views. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Featuring free WiFi and views of the sea, Castel De La Terrasse is Belle Epoque-style villa offering accommodation in Étretat, 500 metres from Etretat Beach. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Each room features views of the sea, the city or the garden. There is a shared lounge at the property. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing, fishing and canoeing. Etretat's Cliff is 200 metres from Castel De La Terrasse, while Le Clos Lupin is 450 metres from the property.Show full description
This bed and breakfast is one of the most popular in Normandy among couples!
Bed and Breakfast.Romantic. Unique. Cosy rooms. Set in Ardevon, Le Clos Saint-Gilles is 8 km far from Le Mont Saint Michel. It features a sun terrace and views of the large garden. Free private parking is available on site. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the breakfast room. All rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Le Clos Saint-Gilles features free WiFi . There is a shared lounge at the property. Breakfast with homemade products is served everyday. You can engage in various activities, such as cycling and hiking. Cancale is 40 km away while Saint Malo is 53 km far from Le Clos Saint-Gilles. Dinard Brittany Airport is 55 km from the property. the property contains a charging station for electric vehicles . Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most ROMANTIC bed and breakfasts in Normandy. It also has very cosy rooms!
Bed and Breakfast.Historic property. Cool. Cosy rooms. Featuring free WiFi, and a sun terrace, La Cantellerie offers accommodation in Courseulles-sur-Mer, 500 metres from Juno Beach Centre. Free private parking is available on site on reservation and depending on availability. Some rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. They also have a private access to the garden. Certain rooms have a seating area where you can relax. There is a shared lounge with a coffee machine, a fireplace and a library. Bicycle rental is available at extra cost on reservation and depending on availability at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for cycling.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most HISTORIC bed and breakfasts in Normandy.
Holiday Home.Popular among women. Situated in Brévands in the Lower Normandy Region, 35 km from Bayeux, Holiday home Haras du Ry boasts a barbecue and terrace. Cherbourg is 47 km away from the property which is also a working equestrian farm. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. The accommodation is equipped with a TV with satellite channels. Some units have a seating area and/or balcony. All units include a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher and oven. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a hairdryer in each unit. Towels are available. Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for cycling. Saint-Lô is 24 km from Holiday home Haras du Ry.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great breakfast. Great value. Le Clos aux Masques is a B&B with a garden and terrace and is located in the countryside of Saint-Pierre-Azif. Free Wi-Fi access is available and the sea is 6 km away. With a garden view, the rooms at B&B - Le Clos aux Masques feature a bathroom with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. You will have access to a shared kitchen and living room. Free shuttle service is available upon prior reservation. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding, cycling and hiking. The property offers free private parking and Deauville is 8 km away.Show full description
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