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One of the best places in the world is located in Cap Ferret, according to Time magazine

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The Editor

On Thursday, March 13, Time unveiled its list of the 100 best places in the world for 2025. The one and only French establishment to make the list is none other than the Hôtel de la Plage in Cap Ferret. A gem of the Arcachon Bay that is now shining across the Atlantic!

A Hotel in Cap Ferret Selected as One of the Best Places in the World for 2025 

In its prestigious 2025 World's Greatest Places ranking, the American magazine Time has given a special spot to an iconic location in the Bassin d’Arcachon : the Hotel de la Plage, located right in the heart of Cap Ferret. This ranking highlights destinations that are perfect for a stay or a visit, shining a light on the understated elegance of this unique hotel, which reopened in 2024 after extensive renovation work.


Our little piece of paradise stands among the elite in global hospitality, alongside places like The Waldorf Astoria in New York and the Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas in Koh Yao Yai, Thailand. 

The Gironde Peninsula is on the rise 

It's no coincidence that Hôtel de la Plage has captured the attention of Time: with its 12 irresistible rooms and exceptional natural setting, this establishment invites you to reconnect with the simplicity and authenticity of the French coast. In a region loved by nature and gastronomy enthusiasts, it embodies the spirit of...perfection the intimate link between tradition and modernity.


Nestled in the heart of the village of l’Herbe, the hotel boasts a stunning view of the Île aux Oiseaux, surrounded by quaint oyster farms and vast beaches perfect for surfing. The rooms, adorned with colors inspired by the vibrant houses of the basin, do not feature minibars or TVs.sions, a deliberate choice to encourage disconnection and walks in the pine forest. True to the spirit of the region, the establishment focuses on minimalist and refined comfort.

A seaside inn with authentic charm

On-site, dining plays a central role in the experience. Led by the Bordeaux restaurateurs Nicolas Lascombes and Stessy Faber, the restaurant offers a menu that showcases the flavors of the South-West, featuring exceptional dishes: veal chops from Périgord, clams from the Saubesty family, and oysters raised by local villagers.


The Time ranking rewards the efforts to preserve and enhance this hotel. Once a dormitory for pine resin workers dating back to 1860, the Hotel de la Plage has reinvented itself into an exceptional place where guests can enjoy a soothing atmosphere, nestled between the sea and the forest. With prices ranging from 230 to 300 euros per night, the Hotel de la Plage is now one of the most sought-after establishments in Cap Ferret.


The recognition from the American weekly could make this hotel an even more sought-after spot overrun by tourists. It's now a name written in the exclusive circle of the best destinations in the world.

Address: 1 Av. de l'Herbe, 33950 Lège-Cap-Ferret, France