Are you looking for a quiet hotel in the heart of the Verdon Gorges?
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In short: why choose us over others?
📍 On-site at the Gorges du Verdon
⏱️ Lake 30 minutes away
🏖️ Heated pool
❄️ Air conditioning
🥐 Breakfast included
🎱 Entertainment Room
A hotel with all the comfort you need for a perfect holiday
✅ A heated outdoor pool
✅ The perfect starting point to explore the Gorges du Verdon
✅ One of the most popular tourist destinations in Provence
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Upon your return, our pool is at your disposal.
Enjoy the peace of Provence and unwind 🍹 You’re in a natural setting surrounded by 5 hectares of private property.
Discover the warm atmosphere of our family-run hotel.
Then take the time to discover the local cuisine in the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon.
You are ideally located to discover as many places as possible in the shortest amount of time.
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⏱️ The hotel is 5 minutes from the Gorges du Verdon
⏱️ The hotel is 30 minutes from Lake Sainte-Croix by pedal boat
🚶♂️ The hotel is 800 meters from the Blanc-Martel Trail shuttle
Here are the best places and activities to discover in the Gorges du Verdon during a short stay of 1 or 2 nights ✨
Good to know: A full week of activities is easy to plan 👍
▶️ Discover our guide to planning all your activities from the hotel
I want to see the Gorges du Verdon 📸
Discovering the Gorges du Verdon means, above all, enjoying a breathtaking view just 5 minutes from the hotel on the Route des Crêtes D23.
I want to swim in the Lac de Sainte-Croix 📸
💡 Our hotel is 30 minutes 🚗 from the Lake Sainte-Croix.
Which allows you to rent your pedal boat or canoe in the morning.
📢 Ideally, we recommend arriving at 9:30 a.m. when the rentals open, and booking a 2-hour session to fully enjoy your activity, with an estimated cost of around €25 per hour.
Let’s go discover Lake Sainte-Croix with minimal crowds, and follow up with other activities 💯
Step 1️⃣ Pass under the Galetas Bridge
Step 2️⃣ Stop at the Saint Maurin Waterfall
Step 3️⃣ Turn around at the yellow buoys and return to your starting point.
I want to venture onto the Blanc-Martel Trail 📸
Starting point: 🅿️ Chalet de la Maline
Distance: 🥾 16km
Time :⏱️ 6h/7h
Elevation gain: 📈 over 600 m
Difficulté :‼️ Difficile
A hotel in the heart of the Gorges du Verdon
Le Panoramic and its team are waiting for you!
Our family-run hotel is located 800 meters from the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon.
Located in the heart of the Verdon Natural Park (Europe’s largest canyon), you’ll be staying in the center of a truly unique destination.
At reception, we provide all the information and contacts you need to easily plan your activities.
We welcome you from mid-April to mid-October in a warm and friendly setting, with a stunning view over the valley that will make your stay truly unforgettable.
On site, we recommend exploring the Route des Crêtes, Lake Sainte-Croix, and the Corniche Sublime.
An ideal spot for your photos, with the highest viewpoint reaching up to 1,320 meters in altitude.
You’ll also find hiking trails in the Verdon Regional Natural Park, such as the Blanc-Martel, l’Imbut, or the Bastidon trail.
For thrill-seekers:
rafting, canyoning, rock climbing, cycling, white-water swimming, paragliding, or bungee jumping.
The Gorges du Verdon: one of the most beautiful hotels for an unforgettable experience
Located in the south of France, the Gorges du Verdon are a true natural gem — a must-see destination for lovers of breathtaking landscapes and outdoor adventure.
For those seeking the perfect setting:
To stay at the heart of this spectacular region, our hotel offers 22 comfortable rooms, including 2 accessible rooms (PMR standard), ideal for restful nights. Our heated outdoor pool is especially appreciated at the end of the day 😉
A breathtaking view:
The hotel is nestled in the middle of the Gorges du Verdon, allowing you to discover the area’s most iconic spots in no time — such as the famous Route des Crêtes (D23).
Standard rooms overlook the parking area, but if you’re looking for beautiful views, we recommend an upstairs room on the pool side, offering a stunning panorama of the surrounding mountains.
All rooms are bright and well laid out. Superior categories include a balcony or terrace with a lovely view over the pool.
Activities for everyone:
The Gorges du Verdon are a paradise for hiking, kayaking, and cycling enthusiasts.
And for those who prefer to relax, Lake Sainte-Croix is just a 30-minute drive away — the perfect spot to explore and unwind.
Inside the Panoramic Hotel, you’ll also find a game room equipped with a billiard table, table football, and ping-pong table — great for both kids and adults.
Outside, enjoy our heated pool, ideal for recharging after a full day of adventure.
Delicious local food – just steps away
The nearby village of La Palud-sur-Verdon offers tasty local cuisine, with artisan ice cream and refreshing drinks to enjoy on the terrace.
The hotel’s bar is also the perfect place to relax with a cold drink — maybe a classic Coca-Cola — while soaking in the views.
Thoughtful, dedicated service:
We’re proud of our team and place special emphasis on the cleanliness of our rooms and the entire hotel.
Our reception staff will gladly help you organize your stay when you arrive.
Whether you need activity ideas or help booking excursions, our team knows the Gorges du Verdon inside and out — and always takes the time to guide you.
For those who pay close attention to the weather, the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department enjoyed 2,853 hours of sunshine in 2022, compared to a national average of 2,248 hours across French departments — so the statistics are on your side when planning your stay.
If you’re looking for a high-quality hotel for your stay in the Gorges du Verdon, Le Panoramic is an obvious choice.
With its free parking, comfortable rooms, and the many activities nearby, you can be sure to enjoy an unforgettable experience in one of the most beautiful regions of France.
WELCOME to Hotel Le Panoramic
The hotel welcomes you with comfortable and well-appointed rooms.
We offer services that are rare in the region:
🏖️ A heated outdoor pool
❄️ Air conditioning
🥐 A quality hot & cold buffet breakfast
🎱 A game room
Our little extra?
The hotel is ideally located just a few kilometers from the magnificent Route des Crêtes (D23), offering the best viewpoints in the Verdon Regional Natural Park.
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A place surrounded by 5 hectares of nature, where everything is designed to help you make the most of the activities you can plan with us.
Located just 800 meters from the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon, in the heart of the Gorges du Verdon, Hotel Le Panoramic is a place where you’ll love taking the time to enjoy the hotel’s heated pool and relax after a day spent at Lake Sainte-Croix or after a beautiful hike.
Set out to discover the stunning and wild landscapes of the Route des Crêtes D23, you’ll even be able to photograph griffon vultures gliding just a few meters above you.
The route can be explored by car or electric bike. From there, you’ll enjoy views from over 800 meters above the Verdon cliffs, with the Blanc-Martel Trail visible far below.
Why book your room at Hotel Le Panoramic?
Our services for you
A hotel with comfortable, renovated rooms
✅ Everything is designed for you to feel at home.
✅ In the heart of the Verdon Regional Natural Park, enjoy a peaceful and relaxing environment.
✅ We offer a variety of services to help make your stay unforgettable.
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We invite you to enjoy a restful night in our EPEDA hotel-quality bedding at 950 meters above sea level.
The fresh mountain air and altitude help temper the warm summer nights.
If the temperatures remain high, simply use our air conditioning for a deep and comfortable sleep.
We have created a peaceful haven to ensure your stay is all about calm and relaxation.
We also offer an accessible PMR room on the ground floor for guests with reduced mobility.
3 great reasons to choose Hotel Le Panoramic over any other for your holiday in the Gorges du Verdon!
1️⃣Minimal noise
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Everything has been carefully thought out during the construction of the hotel and improved over the years to ensure peaceful nights in a natural setting.
Located outside the village and surrounded by 5 hectares of fields, you won’t be disturbed by the honking of horns or the noise from late-night bars and restaurants.
We are an independent family-run establishment, with a maximum capacity of 50 guests.
We offer a snack service for on-site dining and a bar that closes at 9:00 PM.
The calm and the sound of birds will be your main auditory experiences, so make sure to enjoy them!
2️⃣Ideally located at the center of all the activities in the Gorges du Verdon
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Our hotel is located 800 meters from the village of La Palud-sur-Verdon, just a few kilometers from the main tourist attractions.
This allows you to discover a maximum of must-see places in just 1 or 2 nights!
The Gorges du Verdon are just 5 minutes by car and can be explored from the Route des Crêtes (D23).
Lake Sainte-Croix is 30 minutes away by car.
The starting point for the Martel Trail is right in La Palud-sur-Verdon. A Blanc-Martel shuttle has been set up to help you make the round trip.
It allows you to complete the full hike by taking you to Chalet de la Maline (start point) and picking you up at the Auberge du Point Sublime (end point).
3️⃣ Free parking for cars and secure boxes provided for bicycles and motorcycles
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A large private parking area is available for our guests, free of charge.
Closed garages for motorcycles and bicycles are also at your disposal.
There are 220V power outlets available for charging your electric cars and bikes.
A family know-how
A family hotel in the heart of the Gorges du Verdon:
Managing a hotel is a family tradition for us.
Since 1991, my parents have been welcoming vacationers to this hotel, which they built themselves: Le Panoramic.
This name reflects the presence of numerous large windows and the stunning view.
Its construction has been carefully planned, and its location is at the heart of all the main points of interest and activities in the Gorges du Verdon.
Which is the most popular tourist destination in Provence!
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Since 2018, I have taken over the family business with my wife.
We are both owners and operators of our hotel.
Our goal: to invest each year to improve the hotel, ensuring that our guests’ stays are as comfortable as possible.
You can make the most of all the activities in the Gorges du Verdon in the shortest amount of time.
You are in an excellent location: staying at our hotel guarantees a simplified experience!
We offer comfortable, modern accommodations in the Gorges du Verdon, with high-quality services.
Today, all our accommodations provide the comfort you need for your stay, along with an ideally located starting point in the heart of all the main attractions and activities in the Gorges du Verdon, allowing you to enjoy a memorable vacation.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend, an adventure with friends, or a family holiday, our rooms offer a comfortable retreat for a memorable stay.
You can enjoy the pool.
A breakfast designed for hikers with spacious, welcoming areas, and a fully glazed space that enhances the building’s view.
We are confident that you will feel completely refreshed after your stay in the Gorges du Verdon!
