Grand Hôtel Roi René
Contemporary Provençal boutique hotel — heritage building, modern-leaning rooms, floral inner courtyard. Polished but not stuffy. More 'refined city hotel' than 'resort escape.'
Request a pool-view or inner courtyard room — city-view rooms are fine but the patio is the hotel's best feature
Why It Matters
One of the few hotels in central Aix with a proper outdoor pool. Part of the MGallery boutique collection (Accor), carrying a Green Key sustainability certification. The hotel has historical character — its lineage evokes the prestige of the sovereigns of Provence — updated with contemporary comfort.
A solid 4-star MGallery property right on the boulevard of the same name, the Grand Hôtel Roi René does exactly what Aix-en-Provence does best: quiet, cultivated elegance without the fanfare. The 134 rooms go contemporary Provençal — warm earth tones, clean lines, Nespresso machines, L'Occitane toiletries. The courtyard heated pool is genuinely rare for a property this close to the city center. Restaurant AÏGA, led by Chef Matthieu Saunier, runs a seasonal Mediterranean-Levantine menu. The location is hard to beat: Cours Mirabeau is a 5-minute walk, the TER train station is 200 meters away, and Cézanne's studio is a short stroll.
Where You'll Stay
12 room types available
Classic Room
The entry-level option at 23 sqm. City views, queen or twin bed configuration. Clean, contemporary Provençal décor. Does the job well for a city-explore base without fuss.
23 sqm
Deluxe Double Room
Same 23 sqm footprint as the Classic but with pool and inner courtyard views. King bed, city-facing soundproofed windows, sophisticated color palette.
King · 23 sqm
Deluxe Double Room, Pool View
Bright 23 sqm room with pool-facing views and soothing Provençal color tones. Identical kit to the standard Deluxe Double but the view is the upgrade.
King · 23 sqmDeluxe Family Room, Pool View
At 22 sqm with a large private terrace and pool view, this room goes full Provençal style — olive and herb-themed patio décor, two deckchairs, king bed. Extra bed available on request. The best family option in the building.
King · 22 sqmDeluxe Twin Room
23 sqm with city views and double-glazing for full soundproofing. Two single beds. Same full amenity kit as other Deluxe rooms.
Twin · 23 sqmDeluxe Twin Room, Pool View
23 sqm with pool views and twin beds. Bright room with calming hues — a good pick for two friends traveling together who want that courtyard view.
Twin · 23 sqmExecutive Room, Terrace with Pool View
23 sqm with private terrace, deckchair, pool view, and a king bed. The 'executive' bump here is the terrace plus king configuration. A solid honeymoon or anniversary choice without paying suite prices.
King · 23 sqmJunior Suite, Pool View
A proper step up at 37 sqm. King bed plus sofa bed in the same space, pool view, two TVs. Comfortable for families or anyone who wants room to spread out without breaking into full-suite territory.
King · 37 sqm
Suite Exécutive
The hotel's flagship room and a genuine ode to Provence. Botanical fresco ceiling with olive and leaf motifs, cream and olive-green palette, bespoke furniture. Separate bedroom with king and a lounge for relaxing or receiving guests. Two private bathrooms — one with bathtub, one with Italian shower. City views from the windows.
King · 37 sqmSuperior Family Room
23 sqm with a king bed plus sofa/pull-out for a third guest. City view with soothing tones. Fits small families — 18 connecting rooms also available for larger groups.
King · 23 sqmSuperior Room, Pool View
23 sqm bright cocoon with pool view and queen bed. A step up from Classic in position and outlook without needing to go all the way to terrace rooms.
Queen · 23 sqmSuperior Room, Terrace with Pool View
23 sqm with a private terrace overlooking the pool. Queen bed plus a deckchair on the terrace. All 1st-floor terraces are small but meaningful in the Provençal heat.
Queen · 23 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The concierge team provides city maps, cultural calendars, tourist attraction guides, restaurant recommendations, museum bookings, and taxi/transport arrangements. Good entry point for planning a Cézanne-focused art itinerary or a day trip to Sainte-Victoire or Luberon.
The hotel's signature MGallery M Moment experience. A private chauffeur drives you out to the Provençal countryside beneath Sainte-Victoire mountain for a four-hour horseback riding adventure. A local picnic is included. You finish back at the hotel with a signature cocktail at L'Intemporel bar.
Heated seasonal outdoor pool available April through end of October. Complimentary sunbeds and parasols for guests. Pool bar offers snacks and drinks from your lounger.
Weekly Sunday brunch open to hotel guests and the public. Full spread of viennoiseries, hot drinks, fresh fruit juices, hot dish buffet, cheese board, dessert buffet, mineral water.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Rooms adapted for reduced mobility. Lift/elevator on site. Wheelchair accessible throughout.
Four modular meeting rooms named Béatrice, Eléonore, Marguerite, and Louise. Can be combined into a 230 sqm reception space. Natural light and modern AV equipment.
Available on request.
Pets allowed in guestrooms for an additional fee. Not permitted in restaurant, bars, or pool area.
Flower-filled inner courtyard patio. Open year-round (weather permitting). The heart of the hotel in warmer months.
State-of-the-art fitness room with weight-training machines. Yoga mats and dumbbells available to borrow from reception.
Open April to end of September/October. Complimentary for hotel guests. Sunbeds, parasols, and pool bar service included.
On-site shop selling calisson candles, local Provençal specialties, L'Occitane products, MGallery branded items, and Aix souvenirs.
18 inter-connecting rooms available for families or groups traveling together.
City maps, cultural event calendars, attraction guides, tour/ticket booking, taxi ordering.
The hotel holds the Clef Verte (Green Key) label — the leading international sustainable tourism certification for accommodation.
30 indoor parking spaces. Reservation mandatory from May 1, 2026. Valet service available. Public Mignet parking (800 spaces) is directly opposite the hotel if on-site is full.
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