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Le Couvent des Minimes is a 17th-century former convent in the Provençal hillside village of Mane, now operated as a Relais & Châteaux hotel. The 49-room property combines medieval architecture with contemporary design, housing an L'Occitane spa and wellness facilities. It serves guests seeking a retreat in Provence with access to wine country, golf, and regional activities.
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Le Couvent des Minimes occupies a hillside position near the village of Mane in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The building dates from 1613, when it was inhabited by nuns, and stands protected from the Mistral wind by the Volx Rock formation. The property features 100-year-old terraced gardens and a station of the cross overlooking the surrounding landscape. The architecture blends the original medieval structure with contemporary design elements, maintaining period facades while integrating modern interiors.
The hotel contains 49 rooms and suites, each decorated with Mediterranean styling. Room types range from Classic Rooms (24–33 sqm) and Superior Rooms (36–41 sqm) to larger suites including the Albertine Suite, Terrace Suite, Meinado Terrasse Suite, Victorine Suite, and La Baptistine. Connecting suites in the Les Restanques and Les Serres wings accommodate larger groups. All rooms feature King beds, with some offering sofabeds or multiple beds for families.
The L'Occitane spa and wellness center is the property's centerpiece, offering massage treatments and beauty services. Heated indoor and outdoor pools are available year-round. Additional wellness amenities include a fitness room, sauna, hammam, and hot tub. The property provides room service, secure parking with electric charging stations, and internet access throughout.
The hotel offers or arranges wine tasting experiences, reflecting the Provençal wine region. Outdoor activities include a nearby 9-hole and 18-hole golf courses, jogging trails, yoga, biking, mountain biking, and hiking. On-site pursuits include horse riding, pétanque, and guided walks through the property's grounds. The hotel can arrange visits to the L'Occitane factory and hot-air ballooning excursions. A sports coach and library are available for guests.
The hotel serves Provençal cuisine. Breakfast options include children's menus and early dinner service. Room service is available, along with snack options.
The property is designed for couples and individuals seeking a wellness retreat and is equipped for families, with baby-sitting, family suites, connecting rooms, baby cots, kids menus, and highchairs. Golfers benefit from proximity to multiple courses. The pet-friendly policy and diverse activity programs appeal to varied guest profiles.
Check-in begins at 4 p.m., and check-out is before 12 p.m. The property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. The multi-storey building includes an elevator, and at least one room and common areas meet accessibility standards.
Editorial verification: Le Couvent des Minimes, un Hôtel & Spa L’Occitane en Provence - Luxury hotel Mane is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The hotel is situated on a hillside near the village of Mane in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. It is protected from the Mistral wind by the Volx Rock formation and overlooks Provençal countryside.
Le Couvent des Minimes is a former convent dating from 1613. It was originally inhabited by nuns before being converted into an upscale hotel. The structure preserves medieval architecture and period facades while incorporating contemporary design.
The hotel has 49 rooms and suites, ranging from Classic and Superior Rooms to larger suite options including Albertine, Terrace, Meinado Terrasse, and Victorine suites, plus connecting suites for groups.
The property features an L'Occitane spa and wellness center offering massages and beauty treatments, plus a fitness room, sauna, hammam, hot tub, and both heated indoor and outdoor pools.
Activities include wine tasting, nearby golf (9-hole and 18-hole courses), yoga, biking, hiking, horse riding, pétanque, L'Occitane factory visits, and hot-air ballooning. Guided walks, a sports coach, and a library are available on-site.
Yes. The hotel offers baby-sitting, family suites, connecting rooms, baby cots, kids menus, and highchairs. Children are welcome throughout the property.
Yes, the hotel is pet-friendly, with accommodations available in at least one room and common areas at extra cost.
Le Couvent des Minimes, un Hôtel & Spa L’Occitane en Provence - Luxury hotel Mane is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Le Couvent des Minimes, un Hôtel & Spa L’Occitane en Provence - Luxury hotel Mane is in Mane, France. Address: Saint-Suffren, Forcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
| Location | Mane, France |
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| Address | Saint-Suffren, Forcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
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