10 hotels perfect for a business trip

Need to get away for a few days on business soon? Here are our 10 hotels across France to help you unwind after an intense day of work and meetings.

Christine Robalo Published on 10/30/25 at 9:45 AM

Travelling for work is nothing out of the ordinary: meetings, files to complete, trains to catch. But between two appointments, there are places that can turn the drudgery of travel into a moment of choice. Hotels where you can rediscover the spirit of a home, the warmth of a welcome, the comfort of a stopover, and sometimes even the feeling of being on a journey rather than on the move. From Lille to Marseille, Paris to Bordeaux, here are ten addresses that reconcile professional demands with a true art of living.

in Paris, Miss Fuller

just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, the Miss Fuller doesn't resemble the impersonal hotels usually encountered by travelers in a hurry. Behind its Belle Époque façade, this four-star hotel pays tribute to Loïe Fuller, dancer and muse of Art Nouveau, transforming each floor into a small contemporary gallery. We move from a graphic black-and-white corridor to vivid plant frescoes, before returning to the hushed intimacy of the 44 rooms and 4 suites. The circular bar, animated by artistic projections, invites you to extend your evening with something other than a laptop. The restaurant, Le Serpentine, favors seasonal produce and offers a generous weekend brunch, ideal for those staying a few days. And when the day's been too much, the sauna and whirlpool are the perfect place to unwind before setting off again.

from 158 euros
11, avenue Mac-Mahon, 75017 Paris. Tel. : 01 89 89 28 28
See Gault&Millau's review of Miss Fuller

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in Caen, La Particulière

In the heart of Caen's historic center, La Particulière stands out as an alternative to the standard addresses usually frequented by travelers on the move. Behind the sober facade of an 18thᵉ century townhouse, one discovers a deliberately intimate venue: only eight rooms, no elevator, but a discreet elegance that favors materials, light and a balance of colors. For those coming to work in the region, the place offers a welcome counterpoint. The silence of the lounges, the hushed atmosphere of the rooms, the care given to breakfast: everything here is a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of the business world. In the evening, Bar 1824 becomes an unexpected asset: a hybrid space open to Caennais locals and travelers alike, where you can enjoy signature cocktails, selected spirits or rare teas, depending on the time and mood.

from 153 euros
12, rue des Cordeliers, 14000 Caen. Tel. : 02 61 53 71 10
See Gault&Millau's review of La Particulière

in Monaco, the Méridien Beach Plaza

This hotel has something its neighbors don't: a private beach, a unique privilege in the Principality. Its two glass towers, facing the Mediterranean, house 397 refurbished rooms that emphasize light and comfort, some with spectacular views over the bay. A setting that changes the perception of a business trip: you turn on your computer while looking out at the sea, and close your file as the sun sets behind the balconies. The culinary offer reflects the same diversity. The Muse restaurant plays the informal beach-club card. More original, the hotel is home to Café Lacoste, open from dawn to dusk, where Riccardo Giraudi revisits French bistronomy classics with a sport-chic twist. And recently, Smakelijk, Monaco's first Belgian brasserie, serves shrimp croquettes, vol-au-vent and gourmet fries in a revamped Art Nouveau decor. Between appointments, you can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, the fitness center or simply the pleasure of walking down to the sand.

from 294 euros
22, avenue Princesse Grâce, 98000 Monaco. Tel. : +377 93 30 98 80
Visit the Le Méridien Beach Plaza website

in Arles, Le Mas de Peint

Here, in this former 17thᵉ century farmhouse turned 5-star hotel, you work surrounded by Camargue horses and bulls. Every detail of the place tells the story of a family and a terroir. The 13 rooms and suites are all different: some with exposed beams, others dressed in blond stone or more contemporary tones, but always with this search for balance between generous volumes and warm authenticity. Meetings are held in a XVIIIᵉ century sheepfold or under a lodge tent pitched in the heart of the estate, before ending with a dinner signed Juan Ipuz, made with products from the mas itself: rice, olive oil, PDO meat. Then it's time to let go: some go horseback riding through the marshes, others in a guided 4x4 to observe pink flamingos and rice fields, while still others enjoy the calm of the swimming pool.

from 270 euros
Le Sambuc - Route de Salin de Giraud (D36), 13200 Arles. Tel. : 04 90 97 20 62
See Mas de Peint website

in Lyon, the Hôtel de Verdun 1882

The Hôtel de Verdun 1882 combines all the assets... An ideal location, just a stone's throw from Place Bellecour and Perrache station, but also an original decoration full of charm. Isabelle and Gilles Moynier, the owners of this handsome 18th-century townhouse, have decorated the space with spirit, combining wood panelling and period parquet floors with antiques and objects brought back from their travels.s or brought back from their stays abroad - antique prints, travel trunks and shimmering fabrics enhanced by design pieces, like these Saarinen tulip chairs. This cosy-chic spirit infuses the 31 rooms and suites, as well as the lounge-library, where guests gather at breakfast time and during the day for a drink while admiring a Picasso drawing. there's nothing like beauty to help you unwind!

from 161 euros
82, rue de la Charité, 69002 Lyon. Tel. : 04 78 37 34 71
See Gault&Millau's review ofHôtel de Verdun 1882

in Bordeaux, the Hôtel Renaissance

Located in the industrial district of Bassins à Flot and a member of the Marriott group, the Renaissance Hôtel Bordeaux boasts 149 rooms and suites with very contemporary luxury - five-star bedding, vast bathrooms and large picture windows with 180° views over the city. But the best is yet to come, as the hotel is also home to a fantastic swimming pool on the rooftop of the 9ᵉ floor, where guests come to do their laps before joining the bar for an afterwork or the Italian restaurant for dinner. And for those wishing to discover the riches of Bordeaux, the hotel is just a stone's throw from the highly prestigious Cité Internationale du Vin.

Double room from 151 euros
16, rue de Gironde, 33000 Bordeaux. Tel. : 05 19 80 02 00
See Gault&Millau's review ofHôtel Renaissance

in Nantes, the Sōzō hotel

Having trouble relaxing after a long day? The Sōzō is for you - housed in a former church that has miraculously preserved its sumptuous serenity. As soon as you arrive, the tone is set with the lobby, nestled in the former choir of a XIXᵉ chapel whose impressive volume (17 meters high!) it has preserved. The 24 rooms and suites extend this gentle tranquility with historic stone vaults and walls, enriched by furniture by Starck or Paulin and enhanced by bright colors that give the spaces a beautiful energy. Last but not least? A small wellness center with sauna, hammam, sensory shower and even an ice-room to refresh the mind.

from 97 euros
16, rue Frédéric Cailliaud, 44000 Nantes. Tel. : 02 51 82 40 00
See Gault&Millau's review of the Sōzō Hôtel

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in Marseille, the New Hôtel Le Quai

Down the Canebière and facing the Old Port, one of Marseille's most seductive jewel cases, the New Hôtel Le Quai - Vieux Port. We love it for its warm atmosphere, but above all for its decor, which invites you on the sweetest of journeys. Warm colors, ebony wood, woven headboards... The 48 rooms and suites infuse a warm exoticism, combined with the best of contemporary comfort (perfect bedding, functional layout). And that's not all: the hotel has also forged a partnership with the very chic Cercle des nageurs de Marseille, offering guests the rare privilege of doing laps in the pool where Laure Manaudou trained. There's no better way to recharge your batteries!

from 106 euros
2, place Gabriel Péri, 13001 Marseille. Tel. : 04 91 99 23 23
See Gault&Millau's review of New Hôtel Le Quai

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in Lille, L'Hermitage Gantois

One of the city's most emblematic landmarks. Just off the Grand Place, L'Hermitage Gantois, this refined and cosy five-star hotel has taken its place in a former XVIᵉ century hospice. Perfectly restored, it now blends contemporary comfort with multiple testimonies of the past with its 88 rooms and suites adorned with fireplaces, wood panelling and ancient floor tiles. A magnificent immersion in the city's history and culture, followed by a visit to the Flemish brasserie L'Estaminet Gantois or the Hermitage bar and its selection of local beers. Last but not least, the spa with its heated swimming pool is ideal for a moment of relaxation.

from 140 euros
224, rue Pierre Maurois, 59800 Lille. Tel. : 03 20 85 30 30
See Gault&Millau's review of L'Hermitage Gantois

in Paris, Le Brach

Housed in a 7,000 m² former postal sorting center, this Philippe Starck-designed five-star hotel boasts 59 luxurious rooms and suites overlooking the rooftops of Paris, as well as an exceptional rooftop bar, restaurant and vegetable garden offering breathtaking panoramic views of the capital. The lounges are adorned with deep sofas and large bookcases (with all the year's novels, as the Evok group organizes a literary prize on the premises), perfect for relaxing with a drink. Need to make a few gifts? Head downstairs to the patisserie or delicatessen. And of course, you can't miss the health club, with its magnificent 22m-long swimming pool.