Montpellier

Half the charm of Baudon de Mauny, an 18th-century townhouse turned hotel, is navigating L’Écusson’s tiny pedestrian streets just to find it. — Afar Magazine

After the hubbub 'n humdrum of place de la Comédie, this three-star pad is a sweet haven of upmarket peace. — Lonely Planet

A posh retreat, where stylish rooms are intended for serious comfort and relaxation; walls are encased in old stone, and the decor is supplied by Italian designers. — Fodor's

One of the town's more charming moderately priced hostelries, this cozy hotel is near the Palais des Congrès. — Frommer's

— Michelin Guide

The Hôtel du Palais is in an attractive, century-old building in the heart of the old quarter of Montpellier. — DK Eyewitness

This jewel of a hôtel de charme is actually a series of 16th-century houses rebuilt from ruins, replete with an extraordinary old garden. — Fodor's

A great city base, this 1930s family house has been converted into a contemporary B&B, with four rooms named after constellations individually styled by a local interior designer. — Lonely Planet

— Michelin Guide

Where the arts scene meets the conference hall by a 19th-century city park, a footbridge spans the historic city walls to this modern international-style hotel with all the comforts to welcome global travellers. — The Telegraph

Charmingly placed in a former 19th-century convent, the zesty Royal holds court on one of the classiest city squares in Nîmes. — The Telegraph

The reasonable rates belie the fantastically central location here: place de la Comedie is a matter of seconds away. Rooms are plain but perfectly comfy... There's a lift, but no car access. — Lonely Planet

Novotel Suites stands in the extravagant neoclassical Antigone district, alongside the fast highway between the city centre and the airport. — The Telegraph

This 18th-century country house stands in a large, impressive park about a 10-minute drive from the heart of Montpellier. A tranquil choice, it has been skillfully converted for guests. — Frommer's

With puppets, parking and a self-service tea bar, discover the theatrical flourish and real sense of fun that marks out this great value hotel at the heart of the city's lively centre. — The Telegraph

Mas de Lafeuillade is a charming guest house which feels a world away from city life, located in a wonderfully peaceful park. — The Telegraph

This urban oasis conveniently located near the train station and the historical centre is a great find. — Lonely Planet

Domaine de Biar is a refined rural escape 20 minutes’ drive from downtown Montpellier. — The Telegraph

Well off the beaten tourist track, this exclusive five-room boutique maison d’hôte in a 1950s former shoe factory is in every local A-lister’s little black book. — The Telegraph