Experience Barriere Golf

Hidden within the graceful Normandy countryside overlooking the English Channel, Hotel Barriere, L'Hôtel du Golf Deauville is a true expression of French luxury. This historic hotel offers 170 rooms and suites, all of which emanate a contemporary, calm ambience and have excellent views of either the Channel or the golf course.

Renowned as one of the most beautiful courses in France, the hotel's prestigious 27-hole golf course, Golf Barrière Deauville, was designed by Tom Simpson and Henry Cotton. The course offers a great golfing challenge and is split into three 9-hole courses, providing a multitude of experiences for all.

The Lassay restaurant is our favourite dining option. Overlooking the countryside, it offers an impressive wine menu and the chef uses only the best regional produce for the sumptuous cuisine.

Hotel highlight: The golf course, which loops around the hotel, is tree-lined and guests can wake to magnificent views from their rooms.

Activities & facilities: The area is great for sports lovers - the nearby Deauville town is popular for its multi-sports resorts, and don't forget the local beaches. Other hotel facilities include the classy casino, outdoor pool, bowling alley, tennis court, fitness centre and spa.

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An architectural masterpiece, the 5* Hermitage La Baule hotel is both glamorous and service-focused, and has 200 rooms and suites overlooking the salt marshes or the North Atlantic Ocean. The deluxe, prestige and superior rooms are chic, modern and stylish and exude luxury. The spacious, open and airy atmosphere in the rooms pleasantly compliments the natural seaside surroundings.

Experience golden sands, gentle breezes and crashing waves on the La Baule beachfront - which the hotel overlooks - perfect for swimming, water sports and horse riding.

The Barriere International Golf Club, where golfers can enjoy 45 holes over three striking courses that stretch over 540 acres, is just 15 minutes from the hotel. The courses are challenging but beginners can attend a free ‘introduction to golf’ session and guidance from coaches to work on improving technique.

The hotel has a variety of first-class restaurants offering traditional French cuisine and a fresh continental breakfast buffet is served daily in the breakfast dining room.

Hotel highlight: Relax right beside the ocean, with exotic views of the Les Evans Island, at the Eden Beach Restaurant with its enchanting ambience. The restaurant offers a fresh seafood menu with a comfortable lounge and sofas beside heated pergolas. Perfect for a romantic meal. The XXL rum baba desert is a must-try.

Activities & Facilities: Spa Diane Barrière, with a sauna and hammam, provides a fabulous sensory experience. Other facilities include two saltwater swimming pools, a gym, a tennis court and cosy piano bar. Free bike hire is also available, as well as a kids club.

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Located in a small lively seaside town, the impressive 4* Hôtel Barrière Le Westminster Le Touquet reflects a combination of modernisation and tradition in its 1920's-style decor. With plush furniture and high ceilings, the 115 art décor rooms include classic, executive, prestige and luxury suites. The hotel is surrounded by sand dunes and a rich enchanted forest, perfect for enjoying evening or morning walks.

Guests are invited to experience the five-star service at the Brasserie restaurant with its Michelin-starred chef and the Jazzy Le Mahogany bar, which offers vintage champagne and exquisite house cocktails.

What was once the most fashionable European golf club in the roaring 20's, Le Touquet Golf Club is just five minutes from the hotel with 45-holes and magnificent panoramic views of the lakes and forest. Two of the five courses - La Mer and La Foret - are said to be among the top 100 in Europe, with the Harry Colt-designed La Mer course having played host to the French Open.

Dining highlight: The Michelin-starred Pavilion restaurant offers a creative menu and impeccable service as well as a superb tasting menu. The friendly attentive sommelier will recommend the perfect wine to suit your tastes. Gourmet dishes with market fresh ingredients and a terrace overlooking the La Canche lighthouse. What more could you want?

Activities & facilities: The Nuxe spa is a great place to wind down with its five treatment rooms - one of which is a private room for two. Release all of your stresses and worries and choose from a selection of therapeutic face and body massages. Other facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and hot tub. The casino de la Foret is 500 yards away.

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Steeped in history and heritage, the magical Grand Dinard Hotel is fit to serve royalty with 89 elegant state-of-the-art rooms and suites designed by Jacques Garcia. Rooms have a contemporary design with views of either the beautiful garden, the town, or the embankments of Saint-Malo.

Experience great entertainment at the hotel bar - The 333 Café. Sip on a delightful cocktail on the terrace overlooking the sea or get cosy on the incredibly soft armchairs. Enjoy a deluxe afternoon tea or try out the delicious gourmet cuisine. Wake up to a supreme breakfast buffet.

The iconic Emerald Coast is a popular place to enjoy a classic game of golf. Visit the magical links of Dinard Golf Club, the second oldest course in France and no more than a 20 minute drive from the hotel.

Hotel highlight: Inspired by the Vikings filming shoot, the eloquent 333 café offers a wide variety of whiskies, sweet champagnes, English teas and light bites on the seafront facing terrace. Bartenders quiz you on the secret third ingredient of ‘the 333’ cocktail. You’ll be surprised!

Activities & facilities: Guests can go for a long walk along the beaches or hire a bike free from the hotel and cycle along the Emerald coast. Relax at the private hotel pool which has a massaging jet system or go for a massage at spa and wellness centre. Experience peace and serenity at the sauna and hammam after a long day of golfing. Other hotel facilities include a fitness centre and a kids club. Nearby is a watersports centre, horse riding, tennis court and casino.

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