Villas in Arles
Arles suits couples and small families who want Roman monuments, Van Gogh and a pool, with the Camargue wetlands to the south. It is a working city rather than a beach resort, so the sea is a drive away, and the mistral can bite in winter.
- Villas
- 10
- From, per week
- £253
About Arles
Arles is a city on the Rhône, just below where the river forks to form the Camargue delta, and it is the largest commune in metropolitan France by area. Its Roman theatre, amphitheatre and the cloister of Saint-Trophime are UNESCO-listed, and a combined ticket covers most of the important sites. The homes lie in and around the city, mostly for two to six people, and most have a private pool and air conditioning. Arles also has a Saturday market and brocantes. In winter the mistral, a cold wind, can bring sudden sharp frosts.
Is Arles right for you?
- Best for
- Sightseers wanting a pool and Roman monuments
- Not for you if
- You want to walk to a beach; the sea is some distance south.
Near Arles
Camargue
One of Europe's largest river deltas and wetlands, good for spotting flamingos, about 20 to 30 km south of Arles and possible as a bicycle day trip.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
A nearby town where Van Gogh went to the Saint-Paul asylum in May 1889 after his stays in the Old Hospital of Arles.
Nîmes
Close enough to Arles for a wine trip, and one of the direct train connections from Gare d'Arles.
Getting to Arles
Marseille Provence Airport is about an hour's drive from Arles, and Gare d'Arles has rail links to Avignon, Nîmes and Marseille. A car helps for homes outside the centre and for the Camargue and the beaches to the south.
When to go to Arles
Easter brings corridas at the amphitheatre, and September the rice festival, with the feria on the first weekend of the month. Summers are warm and fairly dry, winters cool to mild, with the mistral mainly in winter. Bloodless courses camarguaises run through the summer. Check opening times for monuments off season.
Villas in Arles
Studio proche Tour Luma Arles
Arles, Camargue, France
2
1
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+6 more
from£56
per night
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Résidence Odalys Référence Les Gardians
Arles, Camargue, France
4
1
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+11 more
4-star property
Résidence Odalys Référence Les Gardians
Arles, Camargue, France
3
1
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+11 more
from£40
per night
4-star property
Résidence Odalys Référence Les Gardians
Arles, Camargue, France
5
2
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+11 more
4-star property
Résidence Odalys Référence Les Gardians
Arles, Camargue, France
2
1
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+11 more
from£36
per nightArles villa holidays: questions answered
Is Arles a good base for a villa holiday in the Camargue?
Yes, if you want sights more than sand. Arles is a gateway to the Camargue, which begins about 20 to 30 km south, but the beaches are further on, so a car is needed.
What is there to see in Arles?
The Roman amphitheatre and theatre, Saint-Trophime's cloister, the Alyscamps burial ground and Espace Van Gogh, the former hospital where Van Gogh was treated. Espace Van Gogh is free, and a combined ticket covers most of the important sites.
Does the mistral affect Arles?
It does. The mistral is a cold wind that hits Arles mainly in winter and can bring sudden, severe frosts. Summers are warm and moderately dry.
Which airport is closest to Arles?
Marseille Provence, about an hour's drive away. Trains from Gare d'Arles reach Avignon, Nîmes and Marseille, which helps if you want a day out without the car.
Is there a market in Arles?
Arles has a Saturday market, along with other markets and brocantes. Corridas are held in the amphitheatre at Easter, and bloodless courses camarguaises run through the summer.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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