3 hidden addresses for exclusive secret escapades

1. Hôtel San Regis, in Paris

To live happily, let's live hidden! Such is the wise motto of Romain Leydier, chef of this 5 star hotel, and specialist of memorable recipes. At the helm of Confidences (hard to invent), the hidden table of this mini palace in the Golden Triangle, where he is on deck, and with many rooms offering the most beautiful view in the world, his cuisine will surely appeal to epicurians. www.hotel-sanregis.fr

Selected products, top notch meats from Corrèze, generous plates, the chef's table is a gourmet destination. © DR

Calm, ultimate comfort and impeccable service are on the programme for stays at the San Regis. © DR

Breakfast on the terrace of your suite, facing the Eiffel Tower, here is a good dose of luxury to start off the day. © DR

2. La Palmeraie, in La Baule-Escoublac

A former private property reconverted into a charming hotel, this white villa is nestled under pine trees, on the borders of a leading west coast seashore resort. Its warm and endearing atmosphere will make you feel a little bit as though you were at home, and chef Maxime Bobin proudly cooks the catch of the day in his restaurant with iodine savors. www.lapalmeraie-labaule.fr

Each week-end, the rooftop of the villa hosts very hype evenings. © DR

Back from the fish market, Maxime is always on the ready to pamper his gourmet clients. © DR

In the bedrooms, all different, each piece of furniture has been chosen by the decorator of the Millésimes group. © DR

3. Domaine les Crayères, in Reims

Hidden in a park, the former homestead of the Marquise de Polignac offers a voluptuous setting wagering on discretion. Wood panelled reception rooms, skylights, posh suites, the place is the lair of Philippe Mille, a chef on his way for a third star who this year signed the bottle of Vittel Edition Étoilée. A collector bottle that is featured along with a wine list with 1 000 champagne references… lescrayères.com/fr/

Doubly starred, the chef of Domaine des Crayères also happens to be Meilleur Ouvrier de France. © Anne-Emmanuelle Thion

Elegant drapes, gilding, the suites of this 5 star are truly deluxe. © DR

For a romantic dinner, be sure to reserve on the terrace, it offers a spectacular view over the entire city of Reims. © DR