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Historic Hotels in Provence

Details for historic Hotel d'Europe, Avignon
Hotel d'Europe. Avignon.

Undoubtedly one of the most famous hotels in the south of France, the metaphorical guest book of Hotel d’Europe is enough to warm the heart of any history enthusiast. 

Details for Hotel Negresco, Nice
Hotel Negresco. Nice.

Little over 100 years in existence, a wealth of famous names have passed through the doors of this iconic hotel on the seafront of Nice during its relatively short existence.

Details for Grand Hotel Beauvau Vieux Port
Grand Hotel Beauvau Vieux Port. Marseilles.

Marseille’s iconic hotel, the Beauvau Vieux Port has attracted a fair few well-known names in both literary and musical fields. Read more about Grand Hotel Beauvau Vieux Port

Details for Hostellerie Jerome
Hostellerie Jerome. La Turbie, Monaco.

They say that Napoleon Bonaparte stayed at Hostellerie Jerome in 1796. In fact, the very room in which is said to have slept is available to 21st century travellers. 

Details for Hotel Gounod, Provence
Hotel Gounod. St Remy de Provence.

Enthusiasts of opera might find the historic secret of this old post house to their interest. Discover more about the musical claim-to-fame of Hotel Gounod.

Details for Chateau de Mazan
Chateau de Mazan. Mazan.

Within easy reach of Avignon, Chateau de Mazan was once home to arguably the most scandalous historical figure in French history. 

Details for Chateau de la Pioline
Chateau de la Pioline. Aix en Provence.

Notable names from the 16th century to have spent time at Chateau de la Pioline include the Florentine noblewoman, Catherine de Medici.

Details for Hotel des Augustins
Hotel des Augustins. Aix en Provence.

Arguably the most famous name of the 16th century Protestant Reformation is reputed to have stayed at this former convent in the heart of Aix en Provence.

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Hotel la Perouse. Nice.

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Famous former guests include: Raoul Dufy, Henri Matisse. Further practical details are available courtesy of LateRooms.com

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Hotel Oasis. Nice.

Page to follow. Historic patrons include: Anton Chekhov, Lenin. Further practical details are available courtesy of Booking.com

How you can help: if you are aware of a historic hotel in Provence that you believe ought to be included on the site, please contact us via email (info@nightsinthepast.com) in the first instance. Please note that these should have connections to famous people and events from the past.
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