La Monnaie

La Rochelle


This fabulous boutique hotel, tucked in a 17th-century manor house, markets itself as 'art hotel and spa' – for good reason. Its interior is a virtual art gallery of contemporary artworks, sculptures and subtle lighting. Rooms are four-star comfortable, with cutting-edge bathrooms. If you need pampering there's a spa, gym and an uber-cool bar open to nonguests too.