When you’re on a short getaway, it’s always nice to explore new places and find a charming hotel. If you’re heading to the Pyrenees-Orientales region near Perpignan, we recommend the L’Ile de la Lagune hotel. It’s perfect for a few days’ holiday on the Mediterranean coast of southern France.

Even though it’s a five-star hotel, don’t expect an over-the-top grand establishment. Instead, you’ll find a lovely spot with newly renovated rooms featuring modern yet cozy decor. Part of the Roussill family hotel chain, which has several properties around Perpignan and a five-star hotel in Marrakesh, this hotel’s unique location is on a marine lagoon island off the coast of Saint-Cyprien, just 15 kilometers north of the picturesque town of Collioure.

The hotel recently underwent a year-long renovation. Now, you can enjoy rooms equipped with impressive features, like a crystal partition between the bedroom and the bathroom with a spa tub. One of the standout features of the hotel is its restaurant L’Almandin. Though it recently lost its Michelin Star, it still enjoys a stellar reputation in the region, and a new French chef is aiming to win that star back.

A new addition after the renovation is the thalassotherapy center, the smallest in France according to hotel owner Xavier Lormand, offering nine cabins for health treatments. To truly appreciate this charming coastal location in Saint-Cyprien, head to the hotel’s rooftop pool for stunning views of the lagoon, resort houses, and moored pleasure boats.

In short, as you can see, it’s a real delight.