The Splendid Hotel is a place steeped in history located in Bandol, a witness to the Roaring Twenties, a veritable balcony overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and now a listed building. There are only 11 rooms and suites with breathtaking views of the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
Reservation
We recommend booking your stay at the Splendid (external link) through Booking.com, which often offers free cancellation. Send us a message on Instagram if you go—we’d really appreciate it.
On-site arrival
Once there, you’ll discover a stunning villa overlooking Renécros Cove, practically right on the water’s edge. This iconic 1920s hotel, a true testament to the Roaring Twenties, is now a listed building. After years of closure, it has been completely renovated in the Art Deco style.
What we love most of all is the warm welcome and the staff, who are remarkably kind.
The 11 rooms and suites
There are only 11 rooms and suites, several of which have terraces with exceptional sea views. The most unusual is the Jasper Room with its bathroom carved into the rock.
Some of our favorite rooms and suites:
1 • Jade Room • Photo
2 • Opal Room • Photo
3 • Jasper Room • Photo
4 • Mother-of-Pearl Suite • Photo
5 • Villa Terrace Suite • Photo
Depending on the room you choose, you will have access to the following amenities: terrace with large armchairs or deck chairs, king-size memory foam bed, bathroom with rain shower and/or freestanding bathtub, separate toilet, blackout curtains, and high-performance air conditioning.
Life in the hotel
In the early morning, between 8:00 and 10:30 a.m., enjoy a wonderful breakfast featuring a selection of Malongo coffees, teas, hot chocolate, pastries and breads from local shops, cakes, French toast, pudding, eggs cooked to order, and sweet and savory products from local producers. Fruit is cut and juiced daily. Yogurts, butters, and cheeses come from the Bordier dairy.
Whether during the day or in the evening, relax at 1929, the Splendid’s main lounge. Here, you can enjoy a drink with your partner while gazing out at the sea. The chef also offers seasonal specials, bistronomic verrines, platters to share, and a selection of frozen desserts and sweet verrines. 1929 is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
In the basement, just above sea level, take a dip in the hotel’s stunning heated indoor pool with views of the Mediterranean. It can be reserved for private use if you wish. Don’t miss the spa, which features a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, tropical shower, and fitness center.
A beachfront hotel
The Splendid Hotel offers direct access to the sandy beach of Renécros. At the end of the day, admire the sunset from one of the hotel's four private terraces. A complete change of scenery guaranteed!
If you’d like to get away from the hotel for a bit, Le Splendid has its own private boat. You can book it for a swim, a sporting outing, or a romantic aperitif on the water. Downtown Bandol is just a 10-minute walk away.
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Yes, it is! It's a mythical place, with characterful decoration, on the beach and with an indoor swimming pool. It is an ideal hotel for a romantic getaway on the French Riviera.
The average price of a night for 2 people at the Splendid Hotel is around 300€, but you can already find a room from 180€ per night for 2 people.
In the morning, enjoy a great breakfast including a choice of Malongo coffees, teas, hot chocolate, locally baked breads and pastries, cakes, French toast, pudding, freshly boiled eggs, sweet and savoury products from local producers. Fruit is cut up and pressed daily. Yoghurts, butters and cheeses come from the Bordier creamery.
Le Splendid Hôtel has 11 rooms and suites, all with sea views.
Arrival at the Splendid Hotel Bandol is from 3pm and departure is possible until 11am.
No, le Splendid Hôtel does not have a restaurant, but it does offer a few snacks and a bar, 1929. There are many restaurants in the area.
If you want to get away from the hotel for a while, Le Splendid has its own private speedboat, the Flyer 8. You can book it for a swim, a sports outing or a romantic aperitif on the water. The centre of Bandol is only a 10-minute walk away. You can go to the market, play at the casino, visit the wineries or go to the Paul Ricard islands.
Yes, pets are allowed at a cost of €25 per day.
