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Lou Calen Retreat

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a quick walk to Château Carpe Diem

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2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
2 bars/lounges, wine bar
Terrace/patio
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Elite Room

Elite Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Room

Honeymoon Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive Room

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
1 Cr Gambetta, Cotignac, Var, 83570

What's nearby

  • Château Carpe Diem - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Graces - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Château d'Entrecasteaux - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Lac de Carces - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Vallon Sourn - 19 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Brignoles Station - 28 min drive
  • Toulon (TLN-Toulon - Hyeres) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Temps de Pose - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Paulette Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Les Trois Marches - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Tempo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Café du Cours - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lou Calen Retreat

Hotel remodelled in 2021 and located near Château Carpe Diem
Located close to Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Graces, Lou Calen Retreat provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, JARDIN SECRET, offers lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi and 2 bars are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and an electric car charging station
  • Outdoor furniture, a 24-hour front desk and a billiards/pool table
  • A front desk safe, multilingual staff and a gift shop
Room features
All guest rooms at Lou Calen Retreat include perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hairdryers and shampoo
  • Tablet computers, electric kettles and heating

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 20 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bar à vin de Didier
  • JARDIN SECRET
  • Le Tailleur de bière

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1800
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are required to download the property's JUST IN MOBILE mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.93 per accommodation, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 25 for adults and from EUR 20 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 April to 31 October
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

LOU CALEN Hotel
LOU CALEN Cotignac
LOU CALEN Hotel Cotignac

Frequently asked questions

Does Lou Calen Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Is Lou Calen Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Lou Calen Retreat?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lou Calen Retreat?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Lou Calen Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Château Carpe Diem and Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Graces. Château d'Entrecasteaux and Lac de Carces are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Lou Calen Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the best hotel I have stayed at. A charming hotel with superb rooms, excellent facilities and wonderful staff. I could not fault a thing. Worth every penny.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel and can't wait to return. Every consideration has been taken to ensure a wonderful stay, the staff were lovely , we tried all the restaurants and they were fab, the room was gorgeous and the gardens were a haven of peace and beauty.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hotel. So sad to be leaving… very hard to get transportation but that would’ve been the only downfall. Stunning property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of the best resorts we’ve stayed at

Amazing staff and stay! The hotel is beautiful, nestled in the centre of Cotignac and overlooking the beautiful hills.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynden Obafemi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lou Calen. Starting with the check-in staff as they were so accommodating. The entire staff is extremely nice, helpful and friendly. I dont know for certain but it appears to be a family-run property. Our rooms were very nicely-appointed, very clean and most of all extremely modern. We were thrilled with our stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel All Around

Stunning location; beautiful, ample and clean rooms with a spacious and comfortable bed, plus some outside space to enjoy the surroundings; great level of service from the staff. Good quality French breakfast. The restaurant and wine bar on location are also excellent. Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A magical place for a family vacation. Staff (especially Anthony at front desk☺) were wonderful. We booked 2 rooms, which were incredibly spacious and unique. Perfect location in Cotignac,a couple minutes walk away from boutiques and many restaurants. We loved our stay and highly recommend Lou Calen!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

emma rajkovic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A suoer charming elegant local property that makes you feel like youre staying with your grandma. I loved it. Very very nice. Merci, Lou Calen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was there for a wedding. The front desk was very accommodating. It rained and made the steps really slippery and I fell one night. Other than the distance and uphill walk, I recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is hands down the most beautiful hotel I ever have stayed at and I travel often. We were here for our friends wedding. From the start Jade and Anthony were so helpful and communicative throughout our 3 day/2 night stay. The amenities throughout the hotel were wonderful and inside of our hotel room as well. The atmosphere surrounding the hotel (mountains, views, location, etc.) was absolutely stunning and remarkable. I could not recommend staying here more and we are looking forward to coming back to Lou Calen in the future- thank you again for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A nice resort with beautiful grounds, but very difficult to find. There were lots of technical features in the room but a decent amount didn’t work or were too confusing to operate. Our room was also in a construction area and not very easy to get too. The view from the balcony was beautiful. Parking was complicated, the hotel lot was full and other parking options were limited and far. Restaurant on site was booked out for the entire weekend and we were not informed ahead of time, but the surrounding area had nice places with wonderful food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose et Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tres bon sejour , cadre magnifique , chambre tres propre , spacieuse , hotes tres sympathiques tout etait parfait , petit bemol : grenouilles qui coassent a côté de la chambre !! Je recommande .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULO

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erdinc

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Anna Julie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Speciel og unik oplevelse

Smukt istandsat lejlighed i grotte. Selve området var smukt og personalet var meget venligt og hjælpsomt, hvilket klart trækker oplevelsen op. Flot og velholdt poolområde. Mulighed for gratis opladning af elbil. Gode initiativer som vandflasker til genopfyldning, det havde været godt med mulighed for affaldssortering. Selve lejligheden var dog meget fugtig pga grotten, hvilket tydeligt kunne lugtes i tøjet og mærkes på mængden af myg. Der er lille køkken som godt kunne bruge bare lidt mere basisudstyr fx en gryde - personalet var dog venlige til at skaffe det. Der blev ikke gjort rent de dage vi var der, der var en del spindelsvæv i hjørner og kroge. Man har egen terrasse i rolige omgivelser. Vi boede der tre nætter, det var et helt unikt hotel og en meget spændende og anderledes oplevelse, men færre nætter havde nok været bedre.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning hotel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANTOINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Original

Original mais si accueillant. Une chambre comme une petite maison
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022