Le Mas De Pierre

( 5 stars , Cannes , France )

Set within landscaped gardens, this Provencal-style hotel is divided into six bastides and lies at the foot of Saint Paul de Vence. Rooms are airy and decorated with antique furniture and artwork; all have marble bathtubs and toiletries. Guests can wander the landscaped gardens, complete with orchid greenhouse, and play petanque in the shade.