Quimper, France
Opened
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Design WellnessOutside the door
The house
The OriginalsRestored Breton priory
The hotel occupies an ancient riverside priory, where contemporary sculptures sit against historic stone walls and a medieval garden.
What it’s good at
Notable
Nineteen guestrooms set within the protected stone walls of an ancient Quimper priory.
Listed
Local cabinetmakers crafted custom furniture beneath the historic priory's exposed beams.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
an old priory has been renovated and transformed into a cool and contemporary boutique hotel.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The surrounding Locmaria quarter borders the Odet River, with historic earthenware workshops and an eleventh-century church right outside.
The rooms
Rooms in the historic priory look out on the Odet River or the medieval cloister garden beneath exposed timber beams.
Sauna and hot tub
The hot tub glows under blue lighting beside a Finnish dry sauna. A sensory shower sprays cold mist.
The spa
Massage tables sit against rough stone walls. In the relaxation lounge, wicker armchairs surround an herbal tea station.
At the table
Breakfast arrives on the sunny terrace with local Breton cheeses and artisanal salted butter caramel.
How it began
Catherine and Hervé Laurent ran a Marrakech riad before returning home to spend four years restoring the protected priory.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.