Take a charming country house, mix with a striking architecture and artistic aesthetic; add an award-winning Michelin-star restaurant; designer guest suites and then allow to rest with the best views of Bordeaux ? now that?s a recipe for short break success.
The Le Saint James Hotel, a Relais & Chateaux property, offers guests the opportunity to be immersed in the best of Aquitaine ? fine local cuisine and tranquil village life with Bordeaux, the regional capital and one of France?s most beautiful and creative cities right on the door step.

Location
The gourmet hotel El Saint James is found in the small Aquitaine village of Bouliac, about 10-15 minutes from Bordeaux and about 25 minutes from the airport. It?s ideal for a short break, as your holiday starts almost immediately. Bordeaux is one of those wonderful regional airports that allows you to get in and out in no time, and the drive to the hotel is swift, thanks to the motorway. The Hotel

There’s something magical about the countryside of South West France; those wild unspoilt Atlantic beaches; the rolling vineyards; and the golden sandstone villages and towns. Arriving in autumn I was greeted by the glorious autumnal colours of the famous Bordeaux vineyards.
Once the taxi drew up outside the hotel I caught sight of the polished brass of the Relais & Chateaux seal confirming that this is going to be a quality short break; yet as soon as I stepped into reception and was greeted by the smiling front desk t...