Les Prés d'Eugénie - Michel Guérard.

Sprawling across nearly 20 acres in the thermal village of Eugénie-les-Bains, Les Prés d’Eugénie is a historic estate that feels more like an aristocratic family compound than a traditional hotel. Founded in 1974 by the late Michel Guérard, a pioneer of Nouvelle Cuisine, the property remains a pilgrimage site for "naturalist" gastronomy. While the flagship restaurant serves legendary dishes in wood-paneled salons, the estate also functions as a holistic wellness retreat, housing the country's first "slimming village" centered on healthy, light cuisine. Beyond the food, the experience is defined by lush gardens, 18th-century architecture, and a quiet, countryside luxury. Now run by the Guérard daughters, the house maintains a meticulous yet soulful atmosphere where French heritage meets modern wellbeing, complete with a specialized spa, tennis courts, and several casual culinary outposts.