1. Sowell
  2. Where to go?
  3. The great summer dilemma: Beach or Peaks?

The great summer dilemma: Beach or Peaks?

Sea and Sun: Timeless classics

For many people, it’s impossible to imagine a summer holiday without the sea. If you’re looking for where to go in summer for sunshine, the Mediterranean still reigns supreme.

31 result(s)
Riviera
Sowell Family

4.2 / 5 - 343 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
Discover
Port Grimaud
Sowell Family

3.8 / 5 - 1149 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
Discover
Pignada Plage
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 1154 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
Discover
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
Discover
Les Sablons
Sowell Résidences

3.9 / 5 - 849 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
Discover
Les Lauriers Roses
Sowell Résidences

4 / 5 - 826 Reviews

Les Lauriers Roses

3 impasse des Consuls, 34300 Agde, France

SECRET OFFER : 5 day(s) to go
Enjoy 20% off your stays between May 5 and September 30* with breakfast or all-inclusive. (Excluding June 28–July 2)

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
Discover
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
Discover
Les Jardins du Cap
Sowell Hôtels

4.1 / 5 - 465 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
Discover
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
Discover
Les Chevaliers
Sowell Hôtels

4.1 / 5 - 1787 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
Discover
Les Chênes Verts
Sowell Résidences

4.1 / 5 - 1591 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
Discover
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
Discover
Les Amandiers
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 891 Reviews

Les Amandiers

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

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
Discover
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
Discover
Le Moulin de Vernègues
Sowell Collection

3.7 / 5 - 705 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
Discover
Le Grau du Roi
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 987 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
Discover
Le Grand Hotel Dieu
Sowell Collection

4.3 / 5 - 21 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
Discover
Le Beach
Sowell Hôtels

3.7 / 5 - 4865 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
Discover
La Plage
Sowell Hôtels

4 / 5 - 1724 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
Discover
L'Olivier
Sowell Hôtels

4 / 5 - 973 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
Discover
Hotel du Roi & SPA
Sowell Collection

3.9 / 5 - 1857 Reviews

Hotel du Roi & SPA

2, rue des Calquières, 11000 Carcassonne, France

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
Discover
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
Discover
Golfe de Saint-Tropez
Sowell Hôtels

3.8 / 5 - 1239 Reviews

Golfe de Saint-Tropez

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

SECRET OFFER : 2 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
Discover
Domaine du Golf d'Albret
Sowell Hôtels

3.1 / 5 - 3 Reviews

Domaine du Golf d'Albret

Le Pusocq, 47230 Barbaste, France

SECRET OFFER : 8 day(s) to go
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
From 80€ Room / 1 nuit
Discover
Domaine de la Petite Isle
Sowell Hôtels

4.1 / 5 - 535 Reviews

Domaine de la Petite Isle

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

Luberon: a holiday on the banks of the Sorgue in a nature reserve
  • On the banks of the Sorgue
  • 2-hectare park
  • Swimming pool
  • 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
Discover
Cap d'Agde
Sowell Family

4.1 / 5 - 721 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
Discover
Ardèche
Sowell Hôtels

3.9 / 5 - 1366 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
Discover
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

SECRET OFFER : 1 day(s) to go
20% off accommodation-only stays from 5 May to 30 September – but don’t tell anyone...

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
Discover
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
Discover
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
Discover
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
Discover

The Mountains in Summer: the new “cool escape” trend

This has been the trend of recent years, and it’s gaining more and more followers. Looking for where to go to the mountains in summer? It’s the best choice to escape heatwaves—and to avoid crowded beaches.

The Alps (Savoie, Southern Alps): Where to go in the Alps in summer?

In La Plagne, Les Menuires or Isola 2000, ski resorts transform into green paradises.

Activities

Hiking, mountain biking, high-altitude lakes… It’s the perfect destination for active, refreshing family holidays.

Where to go this summer with the family (and keep your budget under control)?

Family summer holidays are sacred—but as often, they can quickly get expensive.

The “budget holiday” solution: All Inclusive in summer

Looking for where to go on holiday this summer on a budget in France? Don’t look for the lowest price—look for the lowest “total cost”. With SOWELL’s So’Inclusive package, everything is included: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks.

The math is simple: no restaurant bills at lunchtime and dinnertime, no ice creams or sodas to pay for at the bar. It’s the only way to guarantee an affordable summer holiday without cutting back once you’re there.

Traveling with a baby or teens: everyone at their own pace

Targeted destinations based on what you want

Where to go on holiday this summer as a couple or with friends?

Where to go with your dog this summer?

Don’t leave your faithful companion behind. Looking for where to go on holiday this summer with a dog? The vast majority of SOWELL residences are “Pet Friendly”; you can find this information when booking. The mountains in summer are especially recommended: your dog will love the wide-open spaces and the cool forest air—far more comfortable than burning sand.

Regions under the microscope: Alps, Provence or Atlantic Coast?

The Alps (North and South): Sport and wide-open spaces

Whether in Savoie or the Southern Alps, the mountains offer an endless playground. That’s the answer to “where to go on holiday to the mountains in summer”. Swimming lakes, summer toboggan runs, treetop adventure parks… And it’s often cheaper than the sea!

The South: Cicadas and pure relaxation

Provence and the French Riviera embody the French summer. If you want to hear cicadas and live by the rhythm of the sun, that’s where to go.

FAQ: Your questions about traveling in summer

Where to go on holiday this summer on a budget in France?

For a small budget, two tips:

Where to go to the mountains in summer with the family?

Aim for « Famille Plus » resorts like Les Menuires, Orcières or Pralognan. They offer plenty of activities for children (kids’ clubs, pools, guided hikes) and are very family-friendly.

Where to go this summer to avoid the crowds?

Avoid the Mediterranean coast between July 15 and August 15, the period of very high attendance. Prefer inland areas (Ardèche, Provence Verte) or high-altitude resorts in the Alps, where space is plentiful and tranquility guaranteed.

You may also like :

  • Where can you go with a baby?
  • Where should couples go?
  • Where should we go as a family?
  • Where should we go for Father’s Day?
  • Where should we go for Grandparents’ Day?
  • Where should we go with friends?
  • Where to go for 15 August?
  • Where to go for Ascension in France?
  • Where to go for Bastille Day?
  • Where to go for Christmas or New Year’s Eve?
  • Where to go for Easter?
  • Where to go for Mother’s Day ?
  • Where to go for Pentecost?
  • Where to go for the May 1st weekend in France?
  • Where to go for the May 8th?
  • Where to go for Valentine’s Day?
  • Where to go go for All Saints’ Day?
  • Where to go in August?
  • Where to go in December?
  • Where to go in February?
  • Where to go in January?
  • Where to go in July?
  • Where to go in June?
  • Where to go in March?
  • Where to go in May?
  • Where to go in November?
  • Where to go in October?
  • Where to go in September?
  • Where to go in spring?
  • Where to go in winter?
  • Where to go on November 11?
  • Where to go on vacation in autumn?
  • Wohin in den Urlaub im April?
  • The best price

    Did you know? Save an average of 10% on Booking.com and Expedia.

    Pay later

    Book your stay today and pay for your flexible stay at the last minute.

    Free cancellation

    Take advantage of our flexible conditions, you can cancel up to a few days before your arrival.

    Customized stay

    Compose a custom stay with unique extras and options.

    Sowell

    SAS Sofisol
    9 Bis Place John Rewald
    13100, Aix-en-Provence, France

    Contacts

    Email :
    reservation@sowell.fr

    Phone :
    +33 (0)4 13 91 00 54

    Fax :
    +33 (0)4 42 21 74 60

    Navigation

    © Vacation offers operated by SAS Sofisol on behalf of member hotels