Villa Camille
Historic Belle Époque villa meets contemporary Mediterranean comfort. Catalan character throughout — think warm terracotta tones, period earthenware, thick stripe fabrics — without being stuffy. Feels genuinely local rather than corporate.
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Why It Matters
Built in 1888 for the industrialist behind JOB cigarette papers, and one of several Viggo Dorph-Petersen landmarks in Pyrénées-Orientales. It's the sole 4-star property in Banyuls-sur-Mer's town centre, with a Nuxe Spa that hotel guests access free of charge. Part of the Tablet Hotels curated collection and the Assas Hotels group.
A 4-star Belle Époque villa built in 1888 by Danish architect Viggo Dorph-Petersen, sitting directly opposite the port of Banyuls-sur-Mer. It's the only 4-star hotel right in the town centre — you genuinely don't need a car. The renovation is tasteful: bourgeois-chic rooms dressed in toile de Jouy and red-and-white Catalan stripes share the building with a full Nuxe Spa, an outdoor pool with sea views, and a lively cocktail terrace that looks straight out over the harbour.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Classic Room with Courtyard View
Quiet rooms overlooking the inner courtyard — good for light sleepers who don't need the port view. Two joinable singles that work as a double. At 14m²+ they're cosy rather than spacious, but well arranged. Same refined decor as the rest of the hotel, with full shower room.
2 joinable single beds (90x200cm) · 14 sqmClassic Room with Sea View
A step up in size at 16m²+ and the view is the main event — you wake up looking at the Mediterranean. Same two-joinable-singles configuration and shower-only bathroom. Popular category, so book ahead in summer.
2 joinable single beds (90x200cm) · 16 sqmDeluxe Room
At 29m²+ this is where the villa's architecture really comes through. There's a defined separation between bedroom and living room — rare at this price point on the French coast. Chic bourgeois styling that nods directly to architect Viggo Dorph-Petersen. Sleeps up to three with the sofa bed. A proper room rather than just a place to sleep.
2 joinable single beds (90x200cm) + 1 sofa bed (140x200cm) · 29 sqmFamily Room
Designed with families in mind: the children's zone with bunk beds is physically separated from the main bedroom. At 21m²+ it's practical rather than luxurious, but the layout works well and the hotel is genuinely family-friendly — staff are frequently praised for it in reviews. Two rooms have PMR accessibility adaptations.
2 joinable single beds (90x200cm) + 1 bunk bed (90x200 or 90x190cm) · 21 sqmPrivilege Room for 4
Two proper separate bedrooms at 36m² total — adults in one, kids in the other — plus a spacious lounge with views over the Mediterranean. Catalan and Mediterranean styling runs through the whole space. Good choice for a family or two couples who want real privacy without renting an apartment.
2 joinable single beds (90x190cm) + 1 bunk bed (90x200cm) · 36 sqmPrivilege Room for 6
The largest category at 37m², sleeping up to six. Two separate bedrooms, a generous lounge, and — the standout feature — a private terrace with full sea views. The decor leans hard into Catalan summer: thick red-and-white stripes and bright natural light. The terrace alone makes this the best room in the house for anyone wanting outdoor space.
2 joinable single beds (90x190cm) + 2 bunk beds (90x200cm) · 37 sqmSingle Room
The entry-level room, but not stripped back. Compact at 14m²+ and designed for one person, it carries the same bourgeois-chic decor as the rest of the hotel — toile de Jouy fabrics and thick red-and-white stripes. Courtyard-facing. Good option for solo travellers who want the full hotel experience without paying for space they won't use.
1 double bed (180x200cm) · 14 sqmSuperior Room
From 23m² — noticeably roomier than the Classics. Faces the inner courtyard and flooded with natural light. Good middle ground if you want more space without spending up to Deluxe. The courtyard view is calm and the room feels generous by French seaside hotel standards.
2 joinable single beds (90x200cm) · 23 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Retro arcade games available on-site for a dose of nostalgia.
The hotel lends beach furniture (loungers etc.) for use at the nearby beach. Good to know since the hotel doesn't have a private beach.
The hotel concierge can arrange local activities including boat trips, scuba diving in the Banyuls-sur-Mer marine reserve (France's first protected marine area), coastal hikes on the GR10, wine tasting at Terres des Templiers, and more.
Flexible meeting room accommodating up to 49 people in theatre layout, 30 in classroom format. Full events team on-site. Petanque and local team-building activities can be arranged.
Covered bike rack at the hotel — handy as the Côte Vermeille has good cycling routes. The concierge can assist with local activity bookings including cycling.
Books available to borrow from the hotel's library.
There's a pétanque court 200 meters from the hotel. The hotel specifically lists equipment access and the concierge can assist with booking.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Lift accessible from ground floor. 2 rooms adapted for guests with reduced mobility (PMR).
Flexible meeting room up to 49 people (theatre) or 30 (classroom). Full events support team.
Garden area adjoining the bar — frequently praised in reviews as the social heart of the property.
Sun terrace on the beachfront side of the property with sea views.
Heated to 29°C, semi-covered structure, 8x5m, 1.40m deep. Overlooks the Mediterranean. Free for hotel guests. Some sun loungers on the exposed side for sunbathing.
Available during hotel operating hours. Breakfast room service carries a €5/person surcharge.
No parking at the hotel. Public car parks available at the edge of town. Train station is walkable.
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