Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu

3.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with beach bars and bar/lounge

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Beach nearby, 3 beach bars
View from room
Interior entrance
Reception
Eco Triple Room without balcony

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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29 Rue De Verdun, Sainte-Maxime, VAR, 83120
  • Place, Sainte-Maxime Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plage De Centre Ville
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, La Croisette Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Toulon (TLN-Toulon - Hyeres)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Balcony (Petite salle de bain)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room (family)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room (Petite douche)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Champagne service
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Eco Triple Room without balcony

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Champagne service
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Eco Family Room without balcony

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Champagne service
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Sainte-Maxime

Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu puts you in the centre of Sainte-Maxime, 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Sainte-Maxime Beach and 8.3 km (5.1 mi) from Port of Grimaud. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include 3 beach bars and in-room LCD TVs. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Sainte-Maxime City Centre hotel include St. Tropez Harbor and Port of Saint Tropez.

What's nearby

  • Sainte-Maxime Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plage De Centre Ville - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Musée de la Tour Carrée - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Saint-Tropez Gulf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Croisette Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Les Arcs Draguignan Station - 26 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Maxime - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Café de France - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Dragon Bleu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Rascasse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪L'Agence 1950 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu

Mediterranean hotel with beach bars and bar/lounge
As a guest of Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 beach bars and a bar/lounge. Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front desk safe. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Mediterranean Sainte-Maxime hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 bars on the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 22-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • 3 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.16 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 for adults and from EUR 12 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Chardon Bleu Hotel
Chardon Bleu Hotel Sainte-Maxime
Chardon Bleu Sainte-Maxime
Hôtel Chardon Bleu Sainte-Maxime
Hôtel Chardon Bleu
Le Chardon Bleu
Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu Hotel
Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu Sainte-Maxime
Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu Hotel Sainte-Maxime

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu?

Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu on 9 Jan 2026 start from AU$141.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu?

Yep, Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu is a short 2-minute walk from Sainte-Maxime Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu.

Does Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu?

No, Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu?

Dogs are welcome at Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu, with food and water bowls on offer.

Hôtel Le Chardon Bleu Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 289 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

humphrey

Disliked: Cleanliness
Le gérant (un monsieur) est horrible est affreux. Sa femme et le staff dont excelentes mais la personnalité du monsieur est absolument horrible. Je choisiserait une autre hôtel la prochaine fois. J’ai payé pour être abusée par le gérant - jamais encore!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Klajdi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Altin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A True Gem in Sainte-Maxime I had the absolute pleasure of staying at Le Chardon Bleu this August, and I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed like family by the wonderful husband and wife who run the hotel. Their warmth, professionalism, and genuine care made my stay unforgettable. The owners are truly the heart of this property. They went above and beyond—personally helping me with restaurant reservations, beach club suggestions, local tips, and even little touches like recommending the best walking routes and hidden gems around Sainte-Maxime. You can feel their love for what they do in every detail of the experience. The hotel itself is charming, spotless, and perfectly located. Just a short walk to the beach, the marina, and all the shops and restaurants—yet tucked away enough to offer a peaceful retreat. The rooms are tastefully decorated, the beds are comfortable, and everything is maintained with great care. You can tell the owners take immense pride in the property. It’s rare to come across such a welcoming, sincere, and helpful pair—they embody true hospitality. Their attentiveness never felt forced or scripted; it was heartfelt. Whether it was making last-minute changes, checking in to ensure I had what I needed, or simply sharing a kind word, they made the experience personal and memorable.Bravo and thank you to the lovely couple behind this gem. You’ve set the bar incredibly high. Altin B
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le Chardon Bleu is family owned and ran by the most amazing husband and wife duo. They were extremely welcoming, helpful and accommodating. We truly enjoyed our stay there due to their charismatic energy and sweet demeanor. The area was extremely safe and very walkable with lots to do in the area. Not to mention their puppies who hang in the lobby and greet you when you walk in. I’d definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who loves to support small businesses/ family owned businesses. Thank you very much Guillaume for your hospitality. We will definitely be back whenever we return to the South of France.
The resident house pups
🐶
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca, Sydney

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so lovely and hospitable. We really didn’t want to leave but we had already booked another. The owners are so lovely to be around and the atmosphere is family friendly. You feel very comfortable here. It was perfect for the price and the location. Everything is so close and the breakfast was very good. If you don’t want to walk up stairs with your luggage this is one thing to consider but it’s a very easy 3 minutes. The rooms are clean and tidy but the best thing about this hotel is the he hospitality. I have stayed in many hotels and I really felt like this was one I would definitely stay again..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Fab hotel!

We have just spent 6 nights at this lovely family run hotel. The hosts are unbelievably helpful to ensure your stay is perfect. They assisted us with tickets for the ferry to Ste Tropez and made a reservation there for a fabulous restaurant. They provided secure enclosed parking for €25 per day and even escorted me to the local optician for advice on an eye issue which was so helpful. The room had a kettle and fridge which were useful. The host even lent us a plug adapter and a clothes steamer was available if required too! We have stayed in Ste Maxime a dozen times before and stayed at almost every hotel in the area and I can honestly say that this one is one of the best. It has the kindest hosts and it also has a fab location which is a couple of minutes from the beach, restaurants, bars and shops. So do not hesitate to book this one if you are looking for a central location and value for money.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, easy to get around, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inga-Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short one night stay but all was perfect. Easy entry comfortable room and a walk to beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Does not match any of the pictures online. Old and terrible hotel. Could not stay night there..lost all reservation fees for 3 days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Loved it!

Fantastic location! Close to restaurants, beach and great for running or cycling. I felt very welcome and taken care of. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with group

Excellent

Wonderful family owned hotel. So friendly and kind
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

A must stay.

It was perfect. They guided me on where to go. Parking, the beach, food. Awesome hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

Charming hotel in st Maxime

This hotel is very centrally, located and convenient to everything. It’s a small family business and the husband and wife who run it are wonderful hosts . Every need was taken care of with grace and charm
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is the forth time staying at this magnificent, family owned hotel. They are so welcoming and accommodating. My husband and I felt like family. The breakfast was delicious, some items were home made. The location is fabulous. We could see the ocean from our room. We will come back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Violeta

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very outdated and the carpet nasty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

PHILIPPE

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special attention from Managment to guests ; we felt like part of their family ! Excellent breakfast selection ….
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We felt welcomed from the moment we came into the hotel ! The staff were so kind and even supported us with reserving a beautiful restaurant. We will definitely be back !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most helpful and congenial staff! One block from the beach. Charming in every way.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

Good last minutes booking deal.

Great short stay for last minute booking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tashika

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great location

Great location close to everything in Saint Maxime. Very nice staff at the hotel and beds very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023