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Where to go for the May 1st weekend in France? First Sun and Labor Day

Lily of the valley, spring, and above all… the public holiday! Labor Day marks the long-awaited start of the “pretty month of May” and its famous bridges.

This year, don’t stay at home. Are you looking for where to go on May 1st to take advantage of this long weekend? SOWELL offers you ideas for stays in France for May 1st combining relaxation, sun and ease.

32 result(s)
Domaine du Golf d'Albret
Sowell Hôtels

3.8 / 5 - 4 Reviews

Domaine du Golf d'Albret

Le Pusocq, 47230 Barbaste, France

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20% off stays with room only or breakfast included from May 5 to September 30—but don't tell anyone...

Nature and golf: an all-inclusive break in the countryside
  • Albret Golf Course
  • Surrounded by nature
  • Swimming pools
  • Peaceful setting
  • Family leisure activities
  • Accommodation for up to 5 people
  • All-inclusive
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Riviera
Sowell Family

4.2 / 5 - 344 Reviews

Riviera

3235 Route de la Corniche, 83700 Saint-Raphael, France

Saint-Raphaël: family holiday with air-conditioned suites, close to the beach
  • Private grounds
  • Spacious suites
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar with a view
  • Heated swimming pools
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 76€ Room / 1 nuit
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Port Grimaud
Sowell Family

3.8 / 5 - 1153 Reviews

Port Grimaud

Les Parcs de Grimaud, chemin des Mûres, 83310 Port Grimaud, France

Port Grimaud: wooded park and beach 300 metres away, with a swimming pool
  • 4-hectare park
  • Beach 300 m away
  • Swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Tennis
  • Cycling
  • Accommodation for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 55€ Room / 1 nuit
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Pignada Plage
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 1156 Reviews

Pignada Plage

Allée du Lac Marin, 40140 Soustons Plage, France

Landes: a holiday in the pine forest by the beaches of Lake Marin, all-inclusive
  • Pine forest
  • Beachfront
  • 1.5 km from the sea
  • Quiet surroundings
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Cycle paths
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 55€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Sentes
Partenaires

Les Sentes

Route de Bombannes, 33121 Carcans-Maubuisson, France

Amidst pine trees and the ocean: a nature retreat to recharge your batteries
  • Pines & Ocean
  • Surrounded by nature
  • Peaceful setting
  • Close to the ocean
  • Play area
  • Linen included
  • Chalets for up to 6 people
  • Rental package
From 59€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Sablons
Sowell Résidences

3.9 / 5 - 851 Reviews

Les Sablons

1551 Route de Carnon, 30240 Le Grau du Roi, France

Seafront: swimming pool and spacious apartments with all-inclusive facilities
  • Seafront
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Family entertainment
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 64€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Lauriers Roses
Sowell Résidences

4 / 5 - 828 Reviews

Les Lauriers Roses

3 impasse des Consuls, 34300 Agde, France

Cap d’Agde: spacious apartments with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities, close to the beach
  • Spacious accommodation
  • Swimming pool
  • Landscaped park
  • Beach 800 m away
  • Ideal for families
  • Apartments for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 54€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Landes de Gascogne
Sowell Family

4.4 / 5 - 2 Reviews

Les Landes de Gascogne

Le Pusocq, 47230 Barbaste, France

Nature and the great outdoors, with swimming pools and all-inclusive
  • Spacious apartments (40m²)
  • Swimming pool
  • Natural setting
  • Quiet location
  • Family-friendly facilities
  • Accommodation for up to 5 people
  • All-inclusive
From 65€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Jardins du Cap
Sowell Hôtels

4.1 / 5 - 468 Reviews

Les Jardins du Cap

3 impasse des Consuls, 34300 Agde, France

Cap d’Agde: wooded park, swimming pool and all-inclusive accommodation in a peaceful setting
  • 6-hectare grounds
  • Swimming pool
  • Air-conditioned suites
  • Peaceful setting
  • Close to the beach (800m.)
  • Accommodation for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 72€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Hameaux de Camargue
Sowell Résidences

Les Hameaux de Camargue

Mas de Véran, Quartier de Fourchon, 13200 Arles, France

Camargue: a large nature estate with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities
  • 35-hectare estate
  • Spacious grounds
  • Swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Surrounded by nature
  • Apartments for up to 2 people
  • All-inclusive
From 50€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Chevaliers
Sowell Hôtels

4.1 / 5 - 1788 Reviews

Les Chevaliers

2, rue des Calquières, 11000 Carcassonne, France

Carcassonne: a stay in a 4* hotel opposite the medieval city
  • The best view of Carcassonne
  • Overlooking the medieval city
  • Eliospa spa
  • Medieval atmosphere
  • City break
  • Rooms for up to 3 people
  • Half-board
From 85€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Chênes Verts
Sowell Résidences

4.1 / 5 - 1592 Reviews

Les Chênes Verts

3235 Route de la Corniche, 83700 Saint-Raphael, France

Saint-Raphaël: a residence in the heart of an estate with beach access and all-inclusive facilities
  • 3-hectare estate
  • Direct beach access
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Spacious apartments
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Accommodation for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 55€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Cavales
Partenaires

Les Cavales

Route de Bombannes, 33121 Carcans-Maubuisson, France

A holiday surrounded by nature by the sea, in the pine-covered moors
  • Between the pine forest and the ocean
  • Swimming pool
  • Nature
  • Peaceful setting
  • Sports facilities
  • Cycle paths
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • Rental options
From 81€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Amandiers
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 893 Reviews

Les Amandiers

Mas de Véran, Quartier de Fourchon, 13200 Arles, France

SECRET OFFER : 1 day(s) to go
20% off the breakfast-included package on selected dates before 31 August – but don’t tell anyone...

Camargue: family holiday village with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities
  • Swimming pool
  • Kids’ club in summer
  • Family activities
  • Friendly atmosphere
  • Air conditioning
  • Apartments for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 59€ Room / 1 nuit
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Le Vallon
Sowell Family

3.9 / 5 - 970 Reviews

Le Vallon

188, route du château du Rouret - Domaine du Rouret, 07120 Grospierres, France

Ardèche: family holiday home with a swimming pool area and all-inclusive facilities
  • Family accommodation
  • Water park
  • Wild water river
  • Children’s activities
  • Natural setting
  • Accommodation for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 55€ Room / 1 nuit
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Le Parc & Spa
Sowell Hôtels

3.9 / 5 - 1695 Reviews

Le Parc & Spa

Central Parc, 05100 Serre Chevalier - Briançon, France

Serre Chevalier 1200: skiing, relaxation and a spa – all-inclusive
  • 300m from the Prorel cable car
  • Sauna
  • Massages and treatments
  • Bar
  • In the heart of the resort
  • Near Cité Vauban
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 81€ Room / 1 nuit
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Le Moulin de Vernègues
Sowell Collection

3.7 / 5 - 708 Reviews

Le Moulin de Vernègues

Domaine et golf de Pont Royal, RN7, 13370 Mallemort, France

Provence: a 4-star hotel with a golf course, spa and natural surroundings for an exceptional stay
  • 18-hole golf course
  • Eliospa spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Lush green grounds
  • Historic building
  • Near Aix-en-Provence
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • Half-board
From 127€ Room / 1 nuit
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Le Grau du Roi
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 993 Reviews

Le Grau du Roi

1551 Route de Carnon, 30240 Le Grau du Roi, France

Le Grau-du-Roi: beach, swimming pool and all-inclusive family holidays
  • Direct beach access
  • Swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Near Grande Motte
  • Family-friendly destination
  • Accommodation for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 67€ Room / 1 nuit
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Le Grand Hotel Dieu
Sowell Collection

4.3 / 5 - 25 Reviews

Le Grand Hotel Dieu

12 rue République, 30000 Nîmes, France

Nîmes: A 5-star spa hotel in the city centre, just a stone's throw from the Arena
  • In the city centre
  • Near the Nîmes Arena
  • Hotel built in 2026
  • Eliospa spa
  • City break
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • Half-board
From 106€ Room / 1 nuit
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Le Beach
Sowell Hôtels

3.7 / 5 - 4873 Reviews

Le Beach

Quai Albert 1er, 14360 Trouville, France

Trouville: 4* hotel overlooking the sea, situated between the beach, the casino and the town centre
  • Sea view
  • Town centre
  • Near the casino
  • Swimming pool (from 3 July 2026)
  • Beach
  • Near Deauville
  • Rooms for up to 2 people
  • Breakfast
From 69€ Room / 1 nuit
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La Plage
Sowell Hôtels

4 / 5 - 1731 Reviews

La Plage

3235 Route de la Corniche, 83700 Saint-Raphael, France

Saint-Raphaël: a modern 4* hotel with direct access to the beach and a rooftop pool
  • 50m from the beach
  • Rooftop pool with sea views
  • Ground-level pool
  • Modern
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure facilities
  • Panoramic bar
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 62€ Room / 1 nuit
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L'Olivier
Sowell Hôtels

4 / 5 - 976 Reviews

L'Olivier

Mas de Véran, Quartier de Fourchon, 13200 Arles, France

Camargue: a hotel surrounded by nature, with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities
  • 4* hotel
  • 450 m² swimming pool
  • Natural setting
  • Air conditioning
  • Kids’ club in summer
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 67€ Room / 1 nuit
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Hotel du Roi & SPA
Sowell Collection

3.9 / 5 - 1864 Reviews

Hotel du Roi & SPA

2, rue des Calquières, 11000 Carcassonne, France

SECRET OFFER : 1 day(s) to go
20% off half-board on selected dates if you book before 13 September – but don’t tell anyone...

Carcassonne: a 5-star hotel with a spa overlooking the medieval citadel
  • City view
  • Eliospa spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Town centre
  • Air conditioning
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • Half-board
From 135€ Room / 1 nuit
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Hôtel du Golf
Sowell Hôtels

Hôtel du Golf

Domaine et golf de Pont Royal, RN7, 13370 Mallemort, France

A 4-star spa hotel situated next to the Pont Royal golf course in Provence
  • Pont Royal Golf Course
  • 7-hectare grounds
  • Eliospa Spa
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • Half-board
From 127€ Room / 1 nuit
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Golfe de Saint-Tropez
Sowell Hôtels

3.8 / 5 - 1243 Reviews

Golfe de Saint-Tropez

Les Parcs de Grimaud, chemin des Mûres, 83310 Grimaud, France

SECRET OFFER : 1 day(s) to go
20% off stays until 30 September – accommodation only or bed and breakfast – but don’t tell anyone...

Gulf of Saint-Tropez: beach 300 metres away, swimming pool and all-inclusive
  • Beach 300 m away
  • Landscaped park
  • Swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Premium destination
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • All-inclusive
From 55€ Room / 1 nuit
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Domaine de la Petite Isle
Sowell Hôtels

4.1 / 5 - 545 Reviews

Domaine de la Petite Isle

RN 100, 871 Rte d'Apt, 84800 L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, France

SECRET OFFER : 1 day(s) to go
20% off stays with room only or breakfast included from May 8 to September 30—but don't tell anyone...

Luberon: a holiday on the banks of the Sorgue in a nature reserve
  • On the banks of the Sorgue
  • 2-hectare park
  • Swimming pool (June through September)
  • Natural surroundings
  • 1.5 km from Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
  • Air conditioning
  • Rooms for up to 4 people
  • Half-board
From 76€ Room / 1 nuit
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Cap d'Agde
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 725 Reviews

Cap d'Agde

3 Impasse des Consuls, 34300 Agde, France

Cap d’Agde: beach and swimming pool with air-conditioned apartments on an all-inclusive basis
  • Beach 800 m away
  • Air conditioning
  • Swimming pool
  • Lively resort
  • Close to shops
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 64€ Room / 1 nuit
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Ardèche
Sowell Hôtels

3.9 / 5 - 1376 Reviews

Ardèche

188, route du château du Rouret - Domaine du Rouret, 07120 Grospierres, France

Ardèche: nature, a swimming pool and all-inclusive packages for a family holiday
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Natural setting
  • Air conditioning
  • Water park
  • Family entertainment
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 64€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Perles du Golfe de Saint-Tropez
Sowell Résidences

4.1 / 5 - 665 Reviews

Les Perles du Golfe de Saint-Tropez

Les Parcs de Grimaud, chemin des Mûres, 83310 Grimaud, France

Gulf of Saint-Tropez: 200 metres from the beach, with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities
  • Beach 200 m away
  • Air-conditioned accommodation
  • Swimming pool
  • Mediterranean setting
  • Ideal for families
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 64€ Room / 1 nuit
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Le Port
Sowell Résidences

3.2 / 5 - 345 Reviews

Le Port

3 Quai Albert 1er, 14360 Trouville-sur-Mer, France

A residence in a superb location overlooking the harbour at Trouville-sur-Mer and the beach.
  • Opposite the harbour
  • Near Deauville
  • Beach
  • Town centre
  • Swimming pool (from 3 July 2026)
  • Bed linen included
  • Bath towels included
  • Accommodation for up to 6 people
  • Breakfast
From 64€ Room / 1 nuit
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Villa Arena
Sowell Hôtels

Villa Arena

10 rue République, 30000 Nîmes, France

Nîmes: City break in a 4* hotel near the amphitheatre and the Musée de la Romanité
  • Centro de la ciudad
  • Cerca de los museos
  • A un paso de la plaza de toros
  • Barrio animado
  • Renovado en 2026
  • Restaurante
  • Habitaciones con capacidad para hasta 4 personas
  • Media pensión
From 81€ Room / 1 nuit
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Les Mazets
Sowell Résidences

Les Mazets

Le Village Camarguais, 13500 Arles, France

Camargue: a peaceful holiday complex offering spacious villas for a holiday in complete freedom
  • Quiet residence
  • Fully equipped accommodation
  • Air conditioning
  • Swimming pool
  • Ideal for large families
  • Peaceful setting
  • Villas for up to 6 people
  • All-inclusive
From 55€ Room / 1 nuit
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Labor Day: The first sunny break of the year

After winter and the showers of March, May 1st is often the first real opportunity to take out the sunglasses.

Optimize the bridge: 3 or 4 days to disconnect

The objective is not to go far, but to go well. Are you also wondering where to go on May 1st weekend? Our residences are located in the most beautiful regions of France. Whether you leave on Friday evening or Thursday, treat yourself to a real break of 3 days or 4 days without wasting time on transport.

Heading south: A taste of summer for May 1st

More than a question of good weather, the sun is synonymous with well-being, vitamin D and a higher quality of life. It’s the dream of endless blue skies, far from the gray, and a deciding factor for many.

Provence and the Côte d’Azur: Lunch on the terrace

If you are looking for where to go on May 1st to stay warm, aim for the Mediterranean. At this time, the Côte d’Azur and Provence are in flower. The temperatures often allow the first lunches in t-shirts. It is the ideal place for a trip to France on May 1st under the sign of sweetness.

Swimming guaranteed: Our heated swimming pools

Be careful, the sea is still cool at the beginning of May! But at SOWELL, May 1st rhymes with swimming. Take advantage of our heated swimming pools (outdoor or indoor depending on the site) to wear your swimsuit. It’s the little extra that makes the difference for a successful May 1st weekend.

Nature and Lily of the Valley: Where to go green for Labor Day?

Do you prefer calm and greenery for your Labor Day vacation in France?

Ardèche or Normandy: A breath of fresh air

Normandy (Trouville): Ideal for Parisians looking for where to go on May 1st weekend without having to travel too far. Seafood and walks on the beach are on the program.

Ardèche: For total immersion in awakening nature. Canoeing, hiking and picnicking: a return to basics guaranteed.

May 1st weekend: How to go without breaking the bank?

May decks are in high demand, and prices can rise.

The So’Inclusive formula for a 100% enjoyable short stay

On a short stay of 3 days, you don’t want to go shopping or cook. Opt for our So’Inclusive formula. From breakfast to dinner, including aperitif, everything is included. You control your budget down to the euro, which makes it an excellent option if you are looking for a holiday idea in France for May 1st at a smart price.

FAQ: Your questions for May 1st

Where to go on May 1st to get some sun?

The South-East of France (Var, Côte d’Azur, Provence) is the most reliable area in terms of weather at the beginning of May. You maximize your chances of good weather.

Do I need to book early for May 1st weekend?

Yes ! It is the first “bridge” of the year, very popular with the French. The best accommodations (especially those with a heated swimming pool or sea view) are often booked up several weeks in advance.

Where to go cheap on May 1st weekend?

Favor “natural” destinations like Ardèche or the hinterland, often more affordable than the immediate seaside. And choose All Inclusive to avoid on-site expenses.

The month of May has only just begun! Already prepare the next bridge and find out where to go for Ascension.

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