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As one of France’s most elegant cities, Montpellier has plenty of luxury for to you to enjoy. Culturally rich and teeming with top-notch hotels, sleek wine bars and gourmet restaurants, Montpellier’s historical city is a place to relax, unwind and enjoy the good life.
For premium accommodation in, look towards the boutique hotels in Montpellier’s old town. Here, former mansions have been restored and converted into luxury hotels and spas, with king-sized suites and five-star service. The historic old buildings have been updated with the mod cons expected by modern guests and offer the ultimate way to see Montpellier.
While the centre of Montpellier is largely pedestrianised, you will need a car to hit the beaches or explore the neighbouring towns and countryside. Rental companies will help you turn heads in a luxury sport car, as you cruise around in an Aston Martin, Rolls Royce, Lamborghini or Maserati.
Get under the skin of Montpellier with a private English-speaking walking guide, who can talk you through the area’s history and culture and reveal some hidden corners and treasures. Some walks are specifically designed for foodies, exploring the local specialties and visiting all the best artisan cheesemongers, wineries and chocolate shops. Or, you can go home an expert in French wine and cuisine, by signing up for a private wine-tasting session or one-on-one cooking class.
Montpellier’s 13th-century university sets the cultural tone for exploring the city. Use your days in Montpellier to browse the rich collections of the museums and galleries, and in the evenings get your five-star hotel to arrange tickets to the opera or theatre.
Your hotel can also book a table at Montpellier’s elegant high-end restaurants in the grand old buildings of the old town. Then head for a sleek wine bar serving reds, whites and cocktails.
If you are in the mood for days on the beach, skip the lively stretch at nearby Palavas and travel instead to the west of town, where you can laze on picturesque white sands and charter a luxurious catamaran to cruise the bays before heading back for a luxurious night’s sleep at your five-star hotel.