Hôtel Mariosa ★★★★

The lavish hotel’s exclusive beachfront setting comes with all the four-star comforts and luxuries needed to have a truly blissful Mediterranean holiday. Delicious dishes, prepared by co-founder Marie-Madeleine with the best local and organic produce, can be savoured at its waterfront restaurant.

This al-fresco dining area doubles as an aperitif lounge in the afternoons, serving a wide range of refreshments, succulent cocktails, and tasty sharing boards. It also hosts a wide range of evening entertainment, including food tastings, barbecues and Corsican singing, which will make your meal an unforgettable experience.

Offering stunning views of the Mediterranean’s emblematic parasol pine trees and emerald waters, the Mariosa’s modern and spacious rooms and suites leave no comfort to be desired. Having only recently been refurbished, its elegant interiors have been carefully designed to the highest standard, with aged-wood and black granite, as well as large windows and a private terrace or balcony so you can take full advantage of Corsica’s breathtaking coastline.

The hotel’s friendly atmosphere, along with Marie-Madeleine culinary savoir-faire, comes together in the form of Sunday brunch, consisting of several buffets offering fresh pastries, organic breads, an assortment of salty verrines, hot dishes, as well as a delightful cheeses and a farandole of homemade desserts with fresh fruit.

For those looking to remain active during their stay, there are plenty of adventures and outdoor activities to choose from nearby, such as canyoning, hiking, horseback riding and high-rope climbing. Otherwise simply relax and soak up the sunshine by the hotel’s picturesque pool or on one of the beach’s comfy loungers.

The location is also an excellent base from which to explore some of the French island’s treasures, including the beautiful beaches of Santa Giulia and Palombaggia and the historic city centre of Porto Vecchio, just five minutes away.