Mercure Barbaroux Golf Hotel & Spa is a fantastic choice for golfers looking for a peaceful stay-and-play break in the heart of Provence. Set within an 87-hectare Mediterranean forest near Brignoles, the four-star hotel combines comfortable accommodation, an 18-hole golf course, spa facilities and Provençal dining in one wonderfully quiet setting. For us, it works particularly well for couples and groups who want golf on the doorstep while still being able to explore Provence and the Côte d’Azur.

The hotel has 64 rooms, surrounded by pine trees, oaks, rosemary and lavender. Rooms have their own independent entrance and are designed around the peaceful natural surroundings, with options overlooking either the forest or swimming pool. Classic and Privilege categories are available, with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and comfortable contemporary interiors. Many rooms also have a balcony, giving you somewhere to sit outside after your round.

Golf is naturally one of the biggest reasons to stay. Golf de Barbaroux sits directly alongside the hotel and features an 18-hole course designed by Pete Dye. The layout winds through the Provençal landscape, making use of woodland, natural contours and water to create a strategic test. Staying at the hotel means you can enjoy breakfast and be on the course without needing a morning transfer, which is exactly what we want from a proper golf resort.

After golf, the spa provides plenty of ways to recover. Facilities include a Jacuzzi, hammam, sauna, sensory shower and relaxation area, with treatments available using Phytomer and Équatoria products. There is also a fitness room, while the outdoor swimming pool is ideal for cooling down during the warmer Provençal months. Tennis and pétanque add a little more variety if you fancy doing something different away from the course.

Dining is another strong point. Solaire Restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired food using seasonal produce, with panoramic views across the golf course. It is a relaxed place to finish the day with dinner and a glass of local wine without needing to leave the resort.

The location also makes Barbaroux a useful base for exploring more of southern France, with Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Toulon and Saint-Tropez all within reach.

For golfers wanting peaceful accommodation, on-site golf and a proper taste of Provence, Mercure Barbaroux Golf Hotel & Spa is an excellent option. Speak to our Golf Travel Experts at Hashtag Golf Travel and we can create a tailor-made Provence golf holiday including accommodation, tee times and transfers.