Name: Best Western Hotel Matisse
Address: Sainte-Maxime, FR
Price range: From $143

Best Western Hotel Matisse, Sainte-MaximeBest Western Hotel Matisse in Sainte-Maxime, France has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 9 of 22 hotels we score in Sainte-Maxime. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.8, Tripadvisor 3.9. Rooms from about $143 a night (cached, not a live quote).Best Western Hotel Matisse is a three-star hotel situated in the centre of Sainte-Maxime, within the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. It is a short walk from the local beach, ferry port, shops, and casino. The property suits families and business travellers, offering an outdoor swimming pool, a playground, and meeting rooms. Guest rooms include air conditioning, satellite TV, and a minibar, decorated in a Provençal style. On-site facilities include a restaurant, a bar, and a gym. While the location is central, guests should note that parking is located nearby rather than on the immediate premises.What stands out

Close to the beach and ferry port

Outdoor swimming pool and garden

Family friendly with a playground

On-site restaurant and gym

Watch out for

Parking is located nearby

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