Hotel Le Mirage (Bormes-les-Mimosas, France)

Set high in the hills and boasting views over the Mediterranean, Domaine du Mirage - Châteaux & Hôtels Collection is an elegant, villa-style property with extensive wellness facilities. All 33 rooms here face south, resulting in not only fantastic sea views from the balconies and patios, but also a constant supply of natural light. Typical in-room amenities include air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, safes, and minibars. The heated outdoor pool can be used for much of the year. Active guests can also workout in the gym, enjoy a game of tennis, and even challenge comrades to a pétanque dual. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. Boasting abundant seating on the pool terrace, the in-house restaurant offers a range of healthy Mediterranean fare.The pool bar is good for light meals and serves drinks until late. Those who can drag themselves away from this commanding spot will find Le Lavandou Beach just a ten-minute drive down the hill from Domaine du Mirage - Châteaux & Hôtels Collection. The glitz and glamour of Saint-Tropez is 36 kilometres away.