Perched on a cliff overlooking Trestrignel beach, a century-old villa unveils a new address that is already making waves in Brittany: Les Bassans, the latest addition to the Fontenille collection, brings a breath of modernity and understated elegance to Perros-Guirec. Between breathtaking views of the sea and beachside refinement, this hotel promises an exceptional stay, where the art of Breton living harmonizes with sophistication and authenticity.
Perros-Guirec is adorned with a new hotel gem, carried by the winds from the open sea and the discreet elegance of the Fontenille collection. After charming Tuscany, the Alpilles, and the Luberon, Les Bassans emerges as the new Breton treasure, nestled on the cliff overlooking Trestrignel beach. This seaside manor from the early 20th century, transformed into a refined hotel, promises a sensory and contemplative experience, blending reimagined Breton traditions, exceptional wellness treatments, and iodized escapades. Ready to embark? Follow us through the freshly opened doors of this establishment that shakes up the codes of chic hospitality in the Côtes-d’Armor.
Les Bassans: a characterful address by Fontenille
You cannot miss the charm of the manor, proudly standing with its granite façade, sharp slate roofs, and decorative half-timbering. The former villa, suspended between sky and sea, offers an immediate plunge into the spectacular universe of the Pink Granite Coast. This elegant beacon is the visionary work of Guillaume Foucher and Frédéric Biousse, founders of the Fontenille collection, already renowned for its characterful addresses. Their latest venture, Les Bassans, is bathed in incredible, changeable light that filters through every room and reveals new marine reflections at every moment.
On-site, nothing has been left to chance: plush furniture coexists with local artworks, and the omnipresent nature is invited through all the windows. Amid the bustle of last-minute preparations and the muted ballet of the staff, the certainty that everything will be ready to welcome the first guests into this Breton haven already hangs in the air.
A bathing immersion between elegance and refinement
With its 25 rooms all facing the waves, Les Bassans offers a true immersion, a dive into the marine vastness. Some rooms, like a cruise ship, extend their bedding into bay windows, providing the sensation of sailing on the sea. The decoration, chic but never ostentatious, borrows the refined codes of marine Art Deco with elegant woodwork, patinated brass, and mosaics crafted by local artisans.
The entire palette of chosen colors—from warm sand to soothing beige—highlights the deep blues of the sea and the plays of light from the Armorican sky. The atmosphere breathes the sea, never forcing the Breton trait: a woven chair here, a Bigoudène photograph there, a few touches of local ceramics… The true spectacle is the rocks covered in seaweed, the emerald sea, and the improbable ballet of birds offshore, revealed at every curtain rise.
Les Bassans, an ode to Brittany and its wild spirit
Here, every detail tells the Brittany story, bridging tradition and modernity. At the heart of the hall stands a striking mosaic depicting two gannets embraced, a nod to the nearby nature reserve mystically populated by these seabirds. The bathrooms are adorned with mosaics made from local marine sediments, while the restaurant’s tableware has been handcrafted by a ceramist from Trégor, thereby showcasing contemporary Breton craftsmanship.
The care given to aesthetics matches the attention afforded to nature: views of the Seven Islands archipelago, invigorating air, scents of iodine and gorse. Lovers of wide-open spaces can experience all the must-do activities of the region, some of which can be found in this guide to the essentials of Brittany.
Iodized bistronomy & cocktails with marine flavors
On the culinary side, it is impossible not to succumb to the call of La Table du Bassans: the menu features smoked or marinated oysters, fresh fish according to the tides, pan-seared abalone, and wood-roasted lobster, not to mention the famous galette rolled with Guémené sausage. The desserts also hold their share of surprises, such as chocolate mousse twisted with nori seaweed. Facing the bay, the bar reinterprets the classics by combining seaweeds, citrus, and Breton spirits, creating unique cocktails that taste of the sea.
As night falls, the spirit of a timeless cruise hangs in the air: the staff fades away, giving way to the conviviality of an honesty bar, where everyone serves themselves and notes their consumption, just like at home.
A sensory spa with a view of the horizon
Want to indulge in a wellness break? The spa at Les Bassans, designed around marine rituals by the French brand Alaena, is set to be a sanctuary of absolute relaxation. From July, the jacuzzi, hammam, panoramic sauna, and treatment rooms will welcome you for an exceptional moment facing the dancing lights of the English Channel. Each treatment is tailored to meet all desires: energizing massage, facial glow, or anti-aging rituals.
Nature escapades and marine experiences at your fingertips
At Les Bassans, the stay is also experienced through a myriad of sports and nature activities. On the agenda: sailing off the Seven Islands, observing seabirds, hiking on the Customs Path, picnicking on the rocks of Ploumanac’h, kayaking, paddleboarding, surfing, or even long coast walking.
And for the explorers at heart, the island of Bréhat and the charming towns nearby promise their share of adventures, less than an hour’s drive from the hotel. Want a stay beyond the conventional and to taste authentic Brittany in luxury? Les Bassans are waiting for you to write the beginning of the most beautiful of Breton getaways.
