About this property
Located in the heart of Le Lavandou on the French Riviera, just minutes from the beach, the Hotel California occupies an iconic 1950s building that has been completely redesigned by a contemporary architect, blending local heritage with modern design. The hotel has 25 air-conditioned rooms with minimalist décor. Some rooms have a terrace or balcony with views of the sea or the surrounding hills. All rooms feature high-end bedding, a modern bathroom, and fast Wi-Fi. The interior design is understated and refined, featuring natural materials, earthy tones, wood accents, and bright lighting. The space is designed for comfort, with a calm and contemporary atmosphere. Breakfast is served every morning, either indoors or on the outdoor terrace. The hotel has free private parking, no reservation required. Two minutes' walk away: restaurants, pedestrian streets, shops. Five minutes away: ferry terminal and beaches with water sports. A hidden gem for those looking for a place with simple, carefully designed architecture, combining calm, space, and design.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
Australia“Very clean, close to restaurants on the water front. Carpark free and next to the property. Room is small but functional. Would have to be the smallest shower (in the lower rooms) but it works. Comfortable bed. Overall a great stay.” - John
United Kingdom“Location is good, vibe is good, staff are great, comfy bed, great view, parking.” - Michaela United Kingdom“Clean, fresh, sea view, balcony, easy walk to beach and restaurants, car parking included. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Very central to reach other locations”
- Christian
Germany“Beautiful view to the sea. All furniture is well thought and fits the overall aesthetic.” - Vivien United Kingdom“The location was good, close to walks/shops and restaurants. The small restaurant was very airy and well decorated. Good that they were starting to provide some light snacks etc.”
- Paul
Ireland“The person on arrival was very nice & helpful. There was an electric car charging available on site. 🤗 very kind with our dog.🐾🐾 made very welcome. 🐶” - Julia
Latvia“It was comfortable, clean and had everything I needed. Staff were very friendly.” - Kevin Australia“The room and the entire hotel was very clean. Except for the very cramped bathroom area the room would have been excellent. Although hillside, the view was nice. The staff I encountered were very friendly, especially the reception lady who was...”
- Lesley Australia“A short stroll to shops, cafes and restaurants- and the water and the beach!”
- Alexandre
France“The hotel is excellent, very nicely renovated it seems and the staff was super nice and helpful. The location is perfect, right at the center of the city and near the main beach. The room was clean with a large window for fresh air and sun. The...”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note in form the hotel at least 24 hours in advance if you plan to check out early, if not 100% of the night will be charged.
Please note that dogs are accepted but additional charges apply according to the size and weight of the dog.
Please note that the rooms can only be accessed via stairs.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Hôtel California in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
