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Choose Le Grand Hôtel Dinard if you want to spend a Brittany break by the water, with the Promenade du Clair de Lune starting nearby.

What makes it special

Look for the hotel’s Second Empire and Belle Époque details to see how Dinard’s history as a seaside retreat shapes the stay.

Room to consider

Choose the Prestige Sea Room for a balcony where you can watch the tides change from above the water at Le Grand Hôtel Dinard.

Insider tip

Take one of the hotel’s electric bikes along the Emerald Coast to Saint-Lunaire beach, then continue to Saint-Briac for another view of the shoreline.

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Le Grand Hotel Dinard

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4.9/5 98 Member Reviews 76% Upgrade Rate

Rooms

  • 86 86

Hotel Style

  • Relaxed Relaxed

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Pool Pool
  • Spa Spa
  • Sauna Sauna

Experiences

  • Beach Beach
  • Culture Culture

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
  • Connecting Rooms Connecting Rooms

Rooms & Suites at Le Grand Hotel Dinard

Superior Room
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Superior Room

269 sqft
From 555 USD

Warm colors and soft lighting shape the room, and large windows let in daylight. In one layout, rust-colored cushions sit against a cream tufted headboard....

Deluxe Room
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Deluxe Room

301 sqft
From 568 USD

Mahogany furniture and a palette of beige and blue give the room its classic character. A pictured layout combines a cream tufted headboard with rust-red...

Deluxe Sea View Room
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Deluxe Sea View Room

323 sqft
From 901 USD

An English-style writing desk adds a distinctive detail to the interior. The outlook takes in the ramparts of Saint-Malo across the water. One bedroom layout...

Prestige Sea View Room
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Prestige Sea View Room

431 sqft
From 1’079 USD

A nautical style runs through the interior, with a sofa bed as an additional sleeping option. The room can also connect to a neighboring room....

Junior Sea View Suite
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Junior Sea View Suite

538 sqft
From 1’795 USD

Beige and blue tones run through the interior, paired with furnishings that follow a nautical style. Modern and classic furniture are used together in the...

Prestige Sea View Suite
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Prestige Sea View Suite

753 sqft
From 2’605 USD

Alexandre Danan designed the bedroom and separate lounge, with a soft palette in the sleeping area. The suite occupies a high floor, and large windows...

Le Grand Hotel Dinard is a renovated five-star seaside hotel on the Emerald Coast, facing Saint-Malos ramparts and the Baie de la Vicomte. It sits in the heart of Dinard, close to the Promenade du Clair de Lune, beaches, the casino, coastal paths, villas, and the ferry routes across the bay. The setting gives the hotel its main reason to exist: sea views, Brittany air, and classic resort calm.

The property belongs to Barriere and now presents a cleaner official identity as Le Grand Hotel Dinard. The hotel has 86 fully renovated rooms and suites, with a design by Alexandre Danan that uses sandy tones, deep Dinard blue, and a more relaxed seaside elegance. It is not a grand hotel frozen in the past. It has been refreshed for a lighter, more current coastal stay.

The current name keeps the focus on Dinard, the Barriere seaside setting, and the hotel's refreshed coastal character. after saving.

The location is the hotels strongest asset. From the hotel, guests look toward Saint-Malo, the sea, the bay, and the tides that define this part of Brittany. Dinard itself has a different mood from Saint-Malo. It is more resort-like, softer, and known for villas, beaches, promenades, and a Belle Epoque seaside rhythm.

Guests can walk along the Promenade du Clair de Lune from near the hotel, explore the town, visit the market, use nearby beaches, or cross to Saint-Malo. The area is also useful for day trips to Dinan, Cancale, Mont Saint-Michel, the Rance Valley, and the wider Emerald Coast.

This is not the right hotel for travelers who want a busy city break. It is for guests who want sea air, walks, spa time, golf, seafood, and a slower coastal pace. Dinard rewards that approach. The hotel gives the stay a polished base without removing the guest from the waterfront.

The best plan is simple. Walk by the water, take in the tides, eat well, use the spa, and allow time for the view. That is where the hotel feels most valuable.

The 86 rooms and suites were fully renovated and now carry a coastal palette of warm beiges, deep blues, mahogany, and soft seaside detail. Views vary between the sea, Saint-Malo, the hotels private garden, and the town or heights of Dinard. This makes room choice important.

Guests who want the strongest experience should consider sea-view categories. A view across the bay changes the stay, especially with the tides and weather. Garden or town views can still work for shorter stays or guests who plan to spend most of the day outside.

Categories include Superior, Deluxe, Deluxe Sea, Prestige, Junior Suites, and larger sea-facing suites. The Prestige Sea Suite and other top categories are best for guests who want more space, stronger views, or a special occasion. Families may also value connecting options and larger layouts.

The redesign is a good fit for Dinard. It avoids heavy old-fashioned decor and gives the hotel a lighter resort tone. That makes it easier to use across seasons, from summer beach stays to quieter autumn and spring weekends.

Le George V is the hotels main restaurant, with sea views and a French brasserie approach built around local cuisine and fish. The dining room looks toward the bay, which makes meals feel tied to the coast. It works for romantic dinners, family lunches, and relaxed evenings after a day outside.

Les Terrasses du 333 and Le 333 Cafe give the hotel a more casual bar and terrace rhythm. Guests can have drinks, snacks, tea, cocktails, or a relaxed evening while watching the sea. This is important in a seaside hotel. Not every meal should feel formal. Some moments should be about the view and the tide.

Dining in Dinard and nearby Saint-Malo can be very good, especially for seafood. Guests should explore local restaurants too. But the hotel has enough food and drink personality to make staying in feel worthwhile, not only convenient.

The best stays use Le George V for one stronger meal and the 333 spaces for a lighter drink or terrace pause. That combination fits the hotel well.

The Shiseido Spa is one of the hotels key features. It includes treatment areas, indoor pool, sauna, hammam, and fitness facilities. For a Brittany seaside stay, this matters. Weather can change quickly, and a strong spa gives guests a reason to enjoy the hotel even when the beach is windy or cool.

The indoor pool is especially useful outside high summer. It gives families and couples an all-season wellness option. The spa also fits guests who come for walking, cycling, golf, or coastal touring. After a day outside, the hotel can become a real recovery point.

This is one of the reasons Le Grand Hotel Dinard works beyond a simple summer holiday. The sea views and town matter, but the spa and pool give the hotel year-round depth.

Guests should book treatments ahead for short stays. A spa appointment after a coastal walk or before dinner can become one of the best parts of the trip.

The Emerald Coast gives the hotel a broad travel story. Guests can walk, cycle, visit beaches, play golf, explore Dinard villas, cross to Saint-Malo, or drive to historic towns and coastal villages. The region has enough variety for a weekend or a longer stay.

Barriere also supports family travel. Current hotel information mentions Le Studio by Petit VIP for children aged four to 12, along with family-friendly facilities and activities. This makes the hotel useful for parents who want a refined stay without losing practical support for younger guests.

Golf is another part of the local appeal. Dinard Golf is close enough to include in a coastal itinerary, and the area suits guests who like active but gentle travel. This is not a beach-only destination. It is a place for walking, views, food, golf, spa, and day trips.

The hotel works best when guests treat Dinard as a base rather than a single-view stop. There is more to do here than sit by the window, even if the window is very good.

Le Grand Hotel Dinard is a strong choice for travelers looking for a luxury Brittany seaside hotel with Saint-Malo views, renovated rooms, Barriere service, Le George V dining, 333 Cafe, Shiseido Spa, indoor pool, and easy access to the Emerald Coast. It works especially well for couples, families, coastal walkers, spa travelers, golfers, and guests who want a refined base in Dinard.

It is less ideal for travelers who want a city hotel, nightlife, or a beach club resort in a warmer climate. Dinard is elegant, maritime, and seasonal. The weather is part of the mood, not a flaw.

Book Le Grand Hotel Dinard when the goal is a polished coastal stay with sea views, spa time, good food, and access to Brittanys most scenic western Channel coast. The best stays use the promenade, Le George V, the 333 terrace, Shiseido Spa, the pool, and Saint-Malo views together. For a luxury hotel in Dinard with classic seaside presence, it is the clear reference point.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

Le George V pairs regional seafood with views across Prieuré Bay and Saint-Malo, keeping a French brasserie meal connected to Brittany's coastal setting.

The heated indoor pool looks across the bay toward Saint-Malo, so a swim keeps the coast in view even when the weather turns.

British woodwork and a bay window facing Saint-Malo give the 333 Café an intimate setting for cocktails when you prefer to stay indoors.

Location of LE GRAND HOTEL BARRIERE DINARD

46 Av. George V, 35800 Dinard, France

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Weather at Le Grand Hotel Dinard

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What to Know About Le Grand Hotel Dinard

Is Le Grand Hotel Dinard worth it?

Yes. Le Grand Hotel Dinard is worth it for travelers who want a classic five-star seaside hotel on Brittany's Emerald Coast. It is especially strong for guests who want Saint-Malo Bay views, Dinard charm, spa time, polished Barriere service, and easy coastal walks.

Where is Le Grand Hotel Dinard located?

Le Grand Hotel Dinard is located at 46 Avenue George V, 35800 Dinard, France. The hotel faces Saint-Malo Bay and sits close to Dinard's seafront, town center, beaches, casino, and Promenade au Clair de Lune.

How many rooms does Le Grand Hotel Dinard have?

Le Grand Hotel Dinard has 86 fully renovated air-conditioned rooms and suites. Rooms can overlook Saint-Malo Bay, the hotel garden, Dinard, or the surrounding heights, depending on the booked category.

What makes Le Grand Hotel Dinard special?

Le Grand Hotel Dinard is special because it combines historic seaside glamour with a renovated Barriere luxury-hotel experience. The sea-facing setting, views toward Saint-Malo, elegant rooms, spa, restaurants, and casino access give it a strong Brittany resort feel.

Is Le Grand Hotel Dinard close to Saint-Malo?

Yes. Le Grand Hotel Dinard faces Saint-Malo across the bay, so guests get direct visual connection to the famous walled city. Saint-Malo can be reached by road or seasonal boat links, depending on schedules, weather, and travel plans.

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