Hotel in Outskirts of Perpignan, Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, Occitanie
Le Mas Candille, Perpignan area
A welcoming 3-star mas (Catalan farmhouse) on the outskirts of Perpignan surrounded by vineyards and orchards, with a pool, simple rooms in the traditional Catalan style, and a breakfast of local fruits and charcuterie. A pleasant rural escape with good road connections to Collioure and the Pyrenean foothills.
Le Mas Candille is a three-star country hotel set in a traditional Catalan mas — a stone farmhouse — on the Route de Thuir on the southern outskirts of Perpignan, in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie. The property occupies open agricultural land surrounded by vineyards and fruit orchards characteristic of the Roussillon plain, offering a rural character that distinguishes it from city hotels in Perpignan itself while remaining within approximately fifteen minutes by car of the city centre.
Rooms are designed in a straightforward Catalan farmhouse style, with terracotta tile floors, whitewashed walls, wooden shutters, and simple furnishings in keeping with the building's agricultural origins. The overall atmosphere is quiet and unpretentious, with the outdoor pool the centrepiece of the property during the warm season. The pool is set within the garden against a backdrop of vines and trees, and is generally usable from late May through September.
Breakfast at Le Mas Candille draws on the surrounding agricultural land, with seasonal fruits from nearby orchards, local charcuterie, artisan cheeses, and fresh bread from local bakers. The hotel does not operate a full dinner service, but the nearby town of Thuir — five kilometres along the Route de Thuir — is home to the famous Byrrh wine cellars and several regional restaurants. Central Perpignan, with its range of Catalan, North African, and brasserie dining, is a fifteen-minute drive.
The location on the Route de Thuir suits travellers with a hire car exploring Roussillon's cultural circuit. Collioure, the celebrated fishing village and painting colony on the Vermilion Coast, is approximately 35 kilometres to the south. The medieval walled village of Villefranche-de-Conflent, a UNESCO World Heritage site set at the mouth of the Têt valley with the Pyrenees rising behind it, is around 50 kilometres to the west. The Roussillon wine appellations — Côtes du Roussillon, Côtes du Roussillon Villages, Maury, and Banyuls — are all within an hour's drive.
Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport lies approximately fifteen kilometres to the north, providing domestic and European connections that make the mas a convenient first or final night option for fly-drive itineraries in French Catalonia. Free on-site parking is available for all guests.
Amenities
- pool
- wifi
- breakfast
- parking
- garden
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +33 4 68 61 33 55
Location
Route de Thuir, 66000 Perpignan, France
42.6881, 2.8628 — View on map
Highlights
- Traditional Catalan stone mas (farmhouse) on the Route de Thuir, surrounded by vineyards and orchards
- Outdoor pool with garden and vineyard views, generally open from late May through September
- Breakfast of local Catalan fruits, charcuterie, and artisan produce served each morning
- 15 minutes from central Perpignan and Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport, with free on-site parking
- Well-placed for day trips to Collioure, Villefranche-de-Conflent, and the Roussillon wine appellations
Tips
- A hire car is essential — Le Mas Candille is on the Route de Thuir and is not served by public transport
- Visit the Byrrh wine cellars in Thuir (5 km away) — a remarkable aperitif wine heritage experience unique to Roussillon
- Book early for July and August, when coastal Roussillon attracts significant summer traffic and accommodation fills quickly
- The pool is seasonal; confirm it is open when visiting in May or October before finalising the booking
- For evening dining, the Loge de Mer area in central Perpignan offers a good range of Catalan restaurants within a short drive
FAQ
Is Le Mas Candille easy to reach without a car?
The property is on the Route de Thuir south of Perpignan and has no regular public transport connection. A hire car is strongly advised; taxis from Perpignan city centre or the airport are available but add significantly to the cost of a stay.
Does the hotel serve dinner?
Le Mas Candille offers breakfast but does not operate a dinner restaurant. The town of Thuir, around 5 kilometres away, has local restaurants, and central Perpignan provides a wide choice of dining options approximately 15 minutes by car.
What are the best nearby day trips from the hotel?
Collioure on the Vermilion Coast is 35 kilometres south and is one of the most visited villages in southern France, known for its painted fishing boats and Fauvist art history. Villefranche-de-Conflent (UNESCO-listed) is around 50 kilometres to the west in the Pyrenean foothills.
How far is Perpignan Airport from Le Mas Candille?
Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport is approximately 15 kilometres north of the property, making the hotel a convenient base for fly-drive travellers arriving into Roussillon. The drive takes around 20 minutes depending on traffic on the northern ring road.
Accessibility
Le Mas Candille is a single-storey farmhouse, meaning most rooms are accessible at ground level without internal staircases. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the property in advance to confirm room layout, and should note that parts of the garden and pool area involve uneven stone or gravel surfaces.