Hôtel Restaurant & Spa La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine

Hotel · Gémenos

Hôtel Restaurant & Spa La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine

Hotel · Gémenos

2 Rdpt des Charrons, 13420 Gémenos, France

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Michelin-starred restaurant, plush quarters, gardens, outdoor pool

2 Rdpt des Charrons, 13420 Gémenos, France Get directions

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"Mathias Dandine made his childhood dream come true when he became chef at this handsome 18C mansion with a terrace shaded by mature plane trees, situated far from the noise of the city. Here, his cuisine is in perfect harmony with the setting, where he celebrates Provence with breathtaking skill. His unfussy, pared-down Mediterranean cuisine shuns unnecessary frills, with no particular effort made to impress foodies. Yet behind the apparent simplicity, the chef’s recipes demonstrate real mastery in cooking methods, textures and balance of flavours. In fine weather, make sure you take a seat on the terrace shaded by Mediterranean trees." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/provence-alpes-cote-dazur/gmenos/restaurant/la-magdeleine-mathias-dandine

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"Gémenos, in the Bouches-du-Rhône, serves as the setting for this imposing 18C aristocratic residence, which now houses a hotel and restaurant under the La Magdeleine – Mathias Dandine brand. Its lovely grounds and terrace are great assets, as is the vegetable garden which supplies produce for the Michelin Starred restaurant of Mr. Dandine." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/travel/august-our-most-exciting-new-hotels

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La Magdeleine**** – Mathias Dandine, a Design Boutique Hotel Gémenos, France

"Located in the historic village of Gemenos, this 18th-century house is set on the edge of a park among lavender and olive trees. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and Circuit Paul Ricard is 20 minutes' drive away. Free private parking and WiFi is available on-site. All the rooms at Hotel La Magdeleine Mathias Dandine open onto the garden or the terrace. They are equipped with spacious bathrooms and overlook the gardens. The elegant Mathias Dandine restaurant serves refined cuisine from the Provence region along with fine local wines. Reservation is recommended for evening meals. Guests can enjoy meals in one of the dining rooms or on the terrace. The outdoor pool is surrounded by a large lawn and a patio with sun loungers. There is also a library and a lounge area with frieplace. (The animals are not admitted) Hotel La Magdeleine Mathias Dandine is located at the foot of the Sainte-Baume Mountains, 12 mi east of Marseille, 6.2 mi from the Calanques de Cassis and only 12 mi from the Circuit Paul Ricard." - My Boutique Hotel (en)

https://www.myboutiquehotel.com/en/boutique-hotels-gemenos/la-magdeleine-mathias-dandine.html

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La Magdeleine – Mathias Dandine (Gemenos, French Riviera / Provence) Verified Reviews | Tablet Hotels

"Gémenos, in Provence’s Bouches-du-Rhône, is the setting for this imposing 18th-century aristocratic residence, now in business as a hotel and restaurant under the name La Magdeleine - Mathias Dandine. The parklands and the eminently pleasant terrace are great assets, as is the vegetable garden, whose produce finds much use in Mr. Dandine’s Michelin-starred restaurant." - Tablet Hotels

https://www.tablethotels.com/en/gemenos-hotels/la-magdeleine-mathias-dandine

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Alexis Seguin

Google

My wife and I recently stayed here for our 20 year anniversary. We had a lovely time. The staff were very warm and kind and the room was wonderful. Genenos is a smaller provence town so this was a great place to spend a few days as a base to explore the region. The restaurant was amazing. We did the 5 course menu which also included an amuse bouche as well as a wonderful cheese cart. We also did the wine pairing and were thrilled that we did as we tried some sweet dessert wines that we otherwise would not have. My wife and I agreed that the deserts were the standout of night even aside from the fact that we were already stuffed. My wife had an amazing chocolate taste and I had the Baba au Rhum which was unlike any other Rum baba I've ever had. While at the hotel we also enjoyed a couples massage that left us feeling invigorated. Throughout our stay we would on two separate occasions find the staff had left us gifts of fruit and pastries. I should also mention that we added breakfast to our stay and left each morning fully satiated and ready to start our day exploring the region. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a romantic stay in Provence.

Rebecca Alter

Google

Set in an idyllic French garden with perfect ambient lighting, this Michelin-starred restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. The service was truly some of the best I’ve encountered, warm, attentive, and refined, with a personal welcome from the owner that made us feel genuinely cared for. The ingredients were remarkably fresh, and the menu celebrated them with elegance and restraint. Highlights included a beautifully composed tomato appetizer and a standout lobster dish that captured the pure essence of the sea — delicate, flavorful, and artfully prepared. The outdoor seating was elevated yet relaxed, striking the ideal balance between luxury and comfort. We could have stayed for hours soaking in the atmosphere. We also stayed on the property and loved every moment of being immersed in the quiet beauty of the French countryside. The grounds were peaceful and picturesque, offering a perfect retreat after a day of exploring Provence. Highly recommended for travelers, romantic date nights, or celebrations with friends and family. A serene and memorable culinary escape in the heart of the French countryside.

Essexrosabel

Google

Beautiful French country house hotel just 30 minutes drive from Marseille airport. From the moment you arrive you are in a comfortable luxurious environment. Lovely and peaceful with beautiful large terrace for dining and relaxing under the tall shady plane trees. As you would expect all the the food was delicious- breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bed was very comfortable and room and bathroom were spacious. Great swimming pool. Outstanding service from the restaurant and bistro staff.

Michel Ruggaber

Google

For a structure rated 5 stars, the only thing that reflects this rating is the price of the stay. The setting is exceptional, a Provençal bastide in an enchanting park, the staff are very welcoming and attentive, and the swimming pool and SPA are pleasant. However, our room was minimal, I think because we had booked on Booking, when the hotel was far from full. Our first shower was in a shabby bathtub with no shower soap because the dispensary had not been filled. Wardrobe, fridge in the bathroom (??), wifi that didn't work... you have the choice of sleeping with the window open, but then you won't get much sleep because of the frogs and other jackdaws that fight all night long. And forget the air conditioning, which dates back to the last century. Not to mention the soundproofing in the rooms... Breakfast is served from 7am, but nothing hot is available before 8.30am (??). If you don't want to take advantage of the gourmet restaurant, the evening meal offer is also limited, so you'd be better off walking to the village.

C9386FJrobertv

Google

We have been staying at the hotel for four nights. Overall a nice experience, but the rooms are too outdated and do not meet the criteria for a 5-star hotel. Breakfast was great at 30 euros per person.||The main reason we are disappoined with our stay, is the quality of the 1 Michelin- star restaurant. A week before our dinner, I asked the restaurant to take into consideration that my wife is pregnant. One day before the dinner, I mentioned this again at the hotel reception and we were reassured that this would not be a problem as there would be plenty of options for pregnant women.||To our surprise, the restaurant had no idea how to handle this situation the day of our dinner. For the first dish, my wife received the same course as I did, but without the main ingredient: the fish. All that was left was cucumber in a bit of sauce (see photo of my wife’s couse compared to mine). For the second course, she received almost the exact same dish that was served to her as the main course. The only difference being that for the second dish, the veil (cooked: well done) was replaced by mushrooms. ||All in all we consider this unacceptable for a restaurant with a price range of ~ 200 euros a person. We cannot image that a Michelin chef was attending the kitchen the night we dined here. Especially with Michelin star restaurants, you would expect the chef to see it as a challenge to prepare something suitable, but creativity was absolutely lacking here.

Melissa Peterson

Google

An idyllic slice of Provence. Great views, beautiful garden, charming outdoor seating...my room had large windows and was very spacious, and had a lovely bathtub. All the design details, from the keys to the pottery used in the breakfast buffet, plus a staff that is very helpful and kind. The restaurant is definitely worth eating at. A wonderful space, very professional and informative staff, three menus to choose from guaranteed to give you a snapshot of the local culture with a finesse and refinement. Highly recommend and can't wait to come back.

EmmaEats2021

Google

Sadly this is a property that is not meeting 5 star standards, both in terms of infrastructure and service. The team tried to ‘school me’ on what to expect in a 5-star establishment when I challenged them, sadly they picked the wrong person to try to educate: I stay in average 100+ nights/year in 5 star hotels for work and also work in this industry, so I have an above average understanding of standards. And sadly, in their case, they are well below 5 star standards. Our main challenge during our stay was the air conditioning. We couldn’t get the temperature in our room below 28C/82F due to the weak and old air con unit. They tried to convince me that it wasn’t possible for aircons to cool a room below 10 degree celcius than the outside temperature (hmmm obviously not the case, a modern, functioning AC system can get the temp down to 18C/65F even if it’s 40C/100F+ outside). They wouldn’t admit that it was their 20+ year old AC system that couldn’t do the job. Then they gaslit me in making it seem like it was my fault: “you’re probably from America, you’re used to sleeping in rooms that are too cold. It’s not common in France, what we have here is normal’. Hmmm again, no (AMERICAN GUESTS BEWARE!). Regardless of what temperature I’m used to sleeping in, you cannot expect me (or anyone, especially not my 5-month old baby) to sleep comfortably in a room at 28C/82F. When I explained that we had a sleepless night because our baby (who normally sleeps through the night) was up all night, uncomfortable, there was no apology, no compassion, no offer to make amends, just defensiveness. Not a smile, no hospitality, nothing. I made the mistake of flagging that the mini fridge in the room didn’t work either, which also got a defensive response (it’s not supposed to be as cold as a regular fridge, it’s not going to keep food cold etc). Ok cool, again, not the point: the fridge was on the maximum setting and everything was room temp in there, even just bottled water. |As opposed to admitting their shortcomings, the staff are defensive and argumentative (as you can probably see from their responses to the other negative reviews. I’m sure they’ll find something to accuse me of instead of admitting the issues and/or responding hospitably). |Real disappointment - this was supposed to be a treat for our family as my husband just finished participating in the Paris Olympics but sadly it was a very frustrating 3 days instead. Hard pass next time. Real shame as it’s a lovely setting and property.

Kaspar Bosshard

Google

The best is the location and the surroundings of this 18C mansion. The garden, restaurant and pool area are stunning! The Michelin star restaurant is outstanding, although a bit pricy. Absolutely worth a visit. The rooms are spacious, in summer a little too warm (old AC) and could use an overall face lift. The hotel is dog friendly, you can bring the dog to most areas except for the pool area.