Hotels in Salon-de-Provence

We stayed in Salon-de-Provence because we could stay close to the highway and rooms were much cheaper than other locations. Late evening food options weren't plentiful, but we enjoyed the pizza place we went to.

I've been through Provence before ... simply traveling through while wanting to stop and paint. Well, this trip was to plop and paint. Picking Salon-de-Provence was done without any real knowledge, but turned out to be the most perfect spot to paint, shop, enjoy the market, eat incredible food and enjoy being embraced by the French. Lucky us! Getting to the lavender was achieved by a connection at the Tourist office and a day trip with an incredible driver, Peggy. We were all smiling the whole day. My traveling companions were one of my sisters, one of our daughters and one of our granddaughters. What incredible memories we made, and I have tons of photos to now paint from because simply sitting and painting was silly since there were so many things to see and do. I'll do that now in my art room with all my photo resources. Although I painted pages in my hard covered watercolor book ... I'll now finish the book in my art room with my photo references. We had perhaps the most perfect trip ever ... and I personally have been to Europe about a dozen other times.

The owner (I will probably slay the name) Virginnae, was the most gracious host I have ever seen. She tries so hard to please, you really feel like a special guest (friend) staying there. The breakfasts are one of the best we've ever had, she cooks to order, and you eat outdoors weather permitting, in a lovely setting. Host will do whatever it takes to make your stay unforgettable. HIGHLY RECCOMEND !!. I would give it a 12 rating if I could, could not find a better place, and it's very convenient to town with some good restaurants, 10 minute walk

It was a staging post on a long cycle tour, at the required distance between other stops. The town is not a tourist destination, but a town where people live and work. The people I met were particularly friendly and helpful. The town must have been very prosperous 120 years ago, but is a little down at heel now. It has character but will never be a significant tourist destination (except for Nostradamus followers).

Charming old town centre - we were there on business in the low season so v quiet - bet it gets v busy in Summer. A couple of beautiful old churches - but closed most of the time - hopefully more accessible in Summer. We ate in the 'pub' Le Bureau - huge burgers and a good range of beers. Also ate at La Table du Roy - superb and v good value

A French town that may not have as many tourists as the more well know Provencal towns, however it is certainly worth visiting. Some of the attractions are the Emperi castle and museum, the house of Nostradamus, two soap factories - Marius Fabre and Rampal Latour. All are situated either in or near to the town centre. Plus there are plenty of varied and reasonably priced cafes and restaurants. It is a great location to be based for touring other nearby towns such as Aix en Provence, Avignon, Rousillon and Arles.