“Quirky townhouse hotel frequented by bullfighters, cabaret dancers, artists and writers, in central Arles. Elegantly restored to retain its original character with a few Moorish touches. You can still imagine Picasso or Hemingway at the bohemian salon bar. Romance and history combined.”

Hotel review

Once owned by a cabaret dancer and a tightrope-walking clown, this former cult hotel was the haunt of bullfighters and artists such as Picasso and Cocteau. It has been resuscitated and modernised with great taste and style by Anne Igou. Much of the decoration has an extravagant Moorish feel, and the famous yellow bar is particularly redolent of its bohemian past. A very special place to stay.

Leonie Glass
Leonie Glass Review published: 10/31/2018

Recommended for

  • Romantic Break

    • This historic hotel is steeped in romance from its exposure to artists of the highest caliber for generations
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the 1,600 years old amphitheatre were bullfights are still held on Easter and in the second week of September.
  • Close to nightlife

    • A whole range of music fesitivals go on in the town during the year, check in advance to make sure you catch one.
  • Great walks

    • There are a range of walking tours around the town, a particularly interesting one is the Van Gogh tour.
  • Other Activities

    • Take a stroll around the ruins of the Roman theatre or catch a performance in the summer months
  • Birdwatching

    • One of the last towns on the Rhone, wander down its banks and you'll spot a multitude of birds.
  • Cycling

    • Rent a hotel bike and set off to explore this historic and quaint town.
  • Child friendly

    • All children are welcome. Babysitting services available.
  • Historic

    • Picasso lived here during the 1950s and 60s
  • Pet friendly

    • Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
  • Lively

  • Family Suites

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • House party feel

  • Literary

  • Theme hotel

  • Full of character

  • Restaurant

  • Artworks

  • Boutique

  • Landmark

  • Chic

  • Quirky

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Downtown

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

  • Free wifi

Facilities

  • Rooms

    26 rooms in this hotel
  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 20 per day.
  • Child friendly

    All children are welcome. Babysitting services available.
  • Pet friendly

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
  • Shops

    Gift shop.
  • Car not required

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • Meeting Room

  • Bath robes

  • Safe

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Internet

  • Cots available

  • Bicycle hire

  • Air conditioning

  • Room service

  • Restaurant

  • Sitting Room

  • Suites

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Free wifi

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the 1,600 years old amphitheatre were bullfights are still held on Easter and in the second week of September.
  • Close to nightlife

    • A whole range of music fesitivals go on in the town during the year, check in advance to make sure you catch one.
  • Great walks

    • There are a range of walking tours around the town, a particularly interesting one is the Van Gogh tour.
  • Other Activities

    • Take a stroll around the ruins of the Roman theatre or catch a performance in the summer months
  • Birdwatching

    • One of the last towns on the Rhone, wander down its banks and you'll spot a multitude of birds.
  • Cycling

    • Rent a hotel bike and set off to explore this historic and quaint town.

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