Christine and Philippe make you feel very welcome in this lovely hotel. We stayed in one of the troglodyte suites cut into the rock. The room was very nice but the bathroom could do with some updating.

The hotel is a good base from which to go exploring in the region. It wasn't warm enough to swim in the pool when we were there, but I expect it would be superb in the summer.

Christine and Philippe run the most wonderful hotel and we can not rate it highly enough.

It really was like ‘coming home’ with such a warm welcome and you know from the second you talk with the owners, your stay will be relaxing and with no request too much trouble for them.

The hotel is in a beautiful setting nestled below, and in, the rocks! The grounds have been impeccably kept, the perfect pool, wonderful seating areas and fantastic food. We understand Christine’s brother, the chef, used to run a Michelin starred restaurant in the UK, and it shows.

Our room was one of the cave suites – what an experience. Stylishly done out and not at all gimmicky. We had our own seating area, table, sun beds and a great view.

We had three very relaxing and enjoyable nights and can’t recommend this hotel enough.

Even the reviews from fellow travallers did not prepare us fully for our stay at La Riboto De Taven,these people have discovered the secret ingredient of hospitality.Our hosts were at our beck and call,our every need catered for but always with the kind word,the gentle smile,we were in their home their guiding hand always there,unseen,unfelt ,yet not in your face.The meals were exquisite, a performance as if by a great orchestra conducted by three people in tune with the needs of their guests.The menu changes each day,choices were limited,but fear not the daily offering was always scrumptious.On leaving,after a three day stay, we had not taken advantage of a booking offer which was available at that time and it was pointed out to us by Christine and our bill adjusted accordingly and graciously.The whole attitude of the proprieters restores ones faith in innkeepers everywhere, almost !!! Finally not cheap but money well spent

I've vacationed in Provence a couple times and this hands down was my best experience. It was #1 in Trip Advisor and it deserves it.

La Riboto de Taven is a famous restaurant in the area for some years. The current generation (it has been past down through generations) Philippe and Christine are wonderful hosts and since 2001 have made it into a small hotel as well (i think 6 rooms or so).

These are the things that make it outstanding.

1. The food is amazing. The cook has a passion for fresh local ingredients. The menu changes every night. Philippe is always on hand to give expert advice on which local wines to select to go with the food... Dinner is served in the garden with a view of the cliffs of Les Baux.
Christine comes out after dinner and before dessert with a giant tray of cheeses to sample.

2. They have two "troglodyte" suites which are suites that are half hotel room half cave build into the rocky cliffs that surround Les Baux. Breakfest is served in a private garden outside the room.

3. Philippe and Christine offer great advice on what to do in the area. Super friendly and accommodating for English speakers. There gardens are beautiful. The pool is great... The list goes on and on... Just go and see for yourself. Couldn't find better food, location, luxury, hosts....