Piscine du Majestic à Cannes

May bank holidays: 4 days, felt like 2 weeks

Where to go during the May Bank Holidays: ideas for getaways with Hotels Barrière

By the sea, in the heart of nature or in the center of the city, treat yourself to a getaway for the May bank holidays in a Barrière hotel. Make the most of your 4-day weekends, with a multitude of sports activities, restaurants, spas and local experiences on our establishments' doorstep, and ... enjoy an endless collection of memories that seem to stretch time.

Seaside getaways

Let yourself be carried away by the gentle sound of the waves and the sea breeze during a stay by the sea. Between relaxing on fine sandy beaches and absolute well-being, treat yourself to a rejuvenating break facing the horizon.

Piscine extérieure de l'hôtel l'Hermitage la Baule

La Baule

This seaside resort exudes a sense of quiet luxury. Located 3 hours away from Paris and just an hour away from Nantes, it hugs one of the world’s most beautiful bays, and strikes a perfect balance between the peace and quiet of the Breton countryside and a jam-packed line-up of family-friendly activities.

Les parasols de Deauville sur la plage

Deauville

Tradition meets elegance in this most exclusive of villages on the Côte Fleurie: welcome to a perfect blend of culture, leisure and relaxation. Stroll along the legendary boardwalk, ramble in the Normandy countryside, treat yourself to an invigorating sea swim, or travel back in time on the D-Day landing beaches.

Jardin du Grand Hôtel de Dinard

Dinard

Widely considered one of Brittany's most beautiful towns, timeless, elegant Dinard is an authentic, popular seaside resort on France’s Emerald Coast. Clasped between craggy cliffs and fine sandy beaches, Dinard's peaceful atmosphere is a whole world away from the hustle and bustle of city life

Hôtel Le Westminster au Touquet

Le Touquet

Imagine endless stretches of fine sandy beaches, towering dunes and lush pine forests: Le Touquet is one of the Côte d’Opale’s gems and effortlessly marries seaside luxury with untouched countryside. Le Touquet is a popular destination that offers a dreamy setting to recharge your batteries and get moving with a host of activities.

Cannes, vue sur la mer, Hôtel Le Majestic

Cannes

Once a small fishing village, Cannes is now the most upscale city on the French Riviera. World-famous for its Croisette and International Film Festival, it attracts the biggest Hollywood stars every summer. Known for its luxury hotels, high-end boutiques, and vibrant nightlife, Cannes is also a cutural and family-friendly desination.

Urban and cultural getaways

Take advantage of the May bank holidays to dive into the heart of the excitement of the most beautiful cities and let yourself be seduced by their cultural richness. Between emblematic monuments and trendy addresses, enjoy a city break combining elegance and discovery.

Paris Place Vendôme

Paris

The City of Light, a spiritual home of fashion and gastronomy, an open-air museum and crossroads for all things art and culture: sparkling, Paris is fascinating. Stroll through the city from the Champs-Élysées to the Eiffel Tower, taking in the enchanting streets of the Marais, the formidable Place Vendôme and the languid banks of the Seine.

Terrasse de l'hôtel Fouquet's à New York

New York

From Hudson Yards to Queens, Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn... immerse yourself in New York's vibrant energy for an unforgettable urban escape. Between mythical skyscrapers, iconic museums and trendy addresses, experience the effervescence of the city that never sleeps.

Resort Barrière à Lille

Lille

Buzzing, packed full of culture and dripping in delicious local specialties, Lille is just an hour away from Paris and is bursting at the seams with intriguing architecture, history and art. Wander down the narrow cobbled streets in the old town, check out the museums and monuments, sample local cuisine at an estaminet.

Ryad au Naoura à Marrakech

Marrakech

Blue skies and blinding sunshine await in Marrakech, where luscious gardens, ochre sand, opulent luxury hotels and colorful souks collide. Morocco’s ‘red city’ is a fascinating patchwork of culture and history, a never-ending flow of vibrancy and festivities, just 3 hours from Paris.

Seaside getaways

Let yourself be carried away by the gentle sound of the waves and the sea breeze during a stay by the sea. Between relaxing on fine sandy beaches and absolute well-being, treat yourself to a rejuvenating break facing the horizon.

Resort Barrière Ribeauvillé, balnéo

Ribeauvillé

This seaside resort exudes a sense of quiet luxury. Located 3 hours away from Paris and just an hour away from Nantes, it hugs one of the world’s most beautiful bays, and strikes a perfect balance between the peace and quiet of the Breton countryside and a jam-packed line-up of family-friendly activities.

Le Carl Gustaf à Sint Barth

Saint-Barthélemy

Tradition meets elegance in this most exclusive of villages on the Côte Fleurie: welcome to a perfect blend of culture, leisure and relaxation. Stroll along the legendary boardwalk, ramble in the Normandy countryside, treat yourself to an invigorating sea swim, or travel back in time on the D-Day landing beaches.

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