Hôtel Les Calanques

Thirteen kilometres south of Fréjus towards St-Tropez along the winding coast road, this family-run three-star sits on the rocks above its own quiet cove, accessed via the hotel's palm-filled garden. Many of the 12 rooms sport brand-new bathrooms and other upgrades from a recent makeover, and 10 boast stunning sea views – don't even consider the two facing the busy road.