Captain Nemo’s cabin is a quirky apartment located in Nantes, France made to resemble where the popular fictional book hero might have lived. Nemo (Latin for “no one”) is a mysterious figure and scientific genius who roams the deep sea in his submarine, avoiding dry land unless it’s uninhabited. This ...

As the name suggests, Le Moulin du Roc was initially built as a water mill. It was later converted into a hotel with some rooms situated in the historic mill and some in the newly added building. Today, Le Moulin du Roc is a quiet and charming sanctuary in southwestern ...

Stargazers rejoice! The Insolites de Sologne, located in France, is known for its unique, clear “bubble” suites. The Pond’s Bubble is the second largest bubble in France and offers luxury accommodations for up to two guests. The suite is actually made up of two bubbles and is located on the ...

This cozy chalet is located in Saint-Marcel, France and it’s the perfect spot for a romantic getaway! You may not even want to leave your room to hit the slopes – each one is uniquely decorated and adorably cozy! Guests can choose from a variety of room types; La Bouitte ...

Located in the Haute Savoie region of the French Alps, Terminal Neige is perfect for any snow-loving explorer! What makes this ski resort unique is its quirky style and decor that guests will find in each one of the 96 rooms. In fact, each room has a white wall with ...

Located in Anjou, France, the Fontevraud L'Hotel is fit for royalty. In fact, it’s set in the heart of the Royal Abbey and holds many, many years of history. France’s Loire Valley is actually a UNESCO world heritage site. For architecture buffs, staying at the Fontevraud is a dream come ...

The First Hotel Paris is situated in the 15th arrondissement which is one of the city’s most bustling and romantic quarters. The distinctive interior design is the work of chic specialist, Laurent Mangoust. He wanted his unique hotel design to be lighthearted and drew inspiration from the opulent 19th Century ...

This 71-room resort, which opened in 1989, is set in the mountains of France and has a shabby-chic, rustic charm for all guests to enjoy. While beautiful any time of year, guests who visit in the winter will experience the magic of the snow atop the stunning surrounding mountains. Les ...

Amid a host of chic, modern boutique hotels, the Hotel Saint-Merry stands as a historical testament to the rich heritage of the Marais quarter in Paris. This former presbytery of Saint Merry’s church, or former clergy quarters, was converted into a 12 room hotel that transports you through time to ...

Hotel Arbez is an unusual place – half is in France and half in Switzerland. When a new border between the two countries was drawn in 1862 it happened to run down the middle of a field owned by one Mr. Ponthus. He built a shop that straddled the border ...

Once home to a trendy nightclub (think: Paris’ version of NYC’s Studio 54) where Andy Warhol, Robert de Niro, the Sex Pistols and even the Rolling Stones frequented, Les Bains is now an elegant hotel in the heart of Paris. But not to worry, there still remains a small club ...

Located in Paris’ Marais District in the third arrondissement, the Petit Moulin is a four-star boutique hotel lavishly decorated by famed French designer, Christian Lacroix. The hotel was once even used as the King’s residence in the late 15th century. Later, the ground floor of the former residence was turned ...

Based on Jules Verne’s 1865 novel, From the Earth to the Moon, this imaginative French space will leave guests both amused and inspired. An ode to the story which takes place in the post-American Civil War era where characters attempt to launch three people to the moon, this apartment is ...

If you stay here, you can sleep in one of the world’s only levitation beds. It appears to hover a couple of feet from the ground and is under-lit by the glow of LED, and above you, a fiber-optic night sky is sprayed over your ceiling. That’s pretty great, right? ...

The Graine & Ficelle Hotel in Saint-Jeannet, France is called a pleasure farm and focuses on creating an atmosphere of tranquility and outdoorsy comfort. The fairly large house offers excellent scenery in the heart of the French Riviera, at 260m2. Guests here can expect a sophisticated living room, dining room, ...

Saint James Paris is a scarce find as one of the last of the chateau-style hotels in Paris. Burrowed amid landscaped gardens, this property has borne witness to many events since it served as a residence of Napoleon III, the first hot-air balloon airfield in the city, and the Thiers ...

Since its initial opening in 1913, Hotel Plaza Athenee has been the embodiment of Parisian opulence and sophistication. Its address on Avenue Montaigne has attributed to its status as the center of haute couture. Inspired by the spirit of bravura of the world’s most talented fashion designers, the conceptual design ...

Situated near the town of Mirepoix in southern France, the Airstream Retro Trailer Park offers vintage accommodations in the foothills of the Pyrenees. The quirky trailer park comprises 15 aluminum trailers, most of which were all brought from the United States. Owners Perry and Coline Balfour have transformed this plot ...

Located in Gevaudan - an area of France with a long history going back to Roman times - Château d'Orfeuillette is traditional châteaux. Renovated in 2010 you will find the interior contemporary and charming. Like any of the furniture? Well, you can buy it. Yes, it’s all for sale here, ...

The Cheval Blanc Courchevel is a skiing-friendly hotel and haven that provides a wonderful location in Jardin Alpin, near the world-class Courchevel 1850 location — home of the largest ski domain on Earth. Besides an ideal lodging hotel, this establishment boasts amazing designer interiors and great wood and bronze furnishings. ...