Hôtel D'Artiste
in Pierrefontaine-Les-Varans
Hotel
Nestled in the heart of French countryside, Hôtel d’Artiste is a charming residence dating back to 1838, where historic character meets modern-day comfort.
Situated on the vast mountain plateau of the Jura massif, on the edge of the Dessoubre Valley, Hôtel d'Artiste is the perfect place for a romantic getaway, a family holiday or an outdoor adventure (fishing, hiking, cycling, caving, etc.), offering a peaceful natural setting close to the Swiss border.
Rooms from €89
The overnight stay package (room + dinner + breakfast) is €109
Restaurant
The restaurant at Hôtel d'Artiste offers a wide selection of regional dishes: forestière cheese tart, fried carp, trout meunière, Comté risotto with Jura wine, hot Mont d'Or cheese, and more, served with carefully selected vegetables, local cheeses and cured meats.
Farm-fresh produce and freshwater fish are prepared and served in simple, generous portions.
The restaurant also has a free pool room, with darts, table football and a wide selection of board games available for you to enjoy.
Restaurant open by reservation only
Live Music Nights
In the past, we hosted evenings featuring French and Swiss performers. We’ve had themed nights (karaoke, '80s disco) and concerts spanning soul, blues, jazz, French chanson and pop-rock—we’ve done it all!
These events are currently on hold. Our talented hosts, singer-songwriters and performers will be back to share their artistic worlds with you as soon as possible.
Artist Residency
The Hôtel d’Artiste residency program is built around a fundamental principle: offering artists dedicated time for research, experimentation and dialogue in an environment conducive to reflection and creativity. Located in the heart of the Jura Mountains in Franche-Comté, the residency invites artists to examine the relationships between people and their environment, our place in the living world, and the ecological, social and cultural changes reshaping how we inhabit the world.
For two weeks, residents share living and studio spaces and take part in conversations while developing their own research. The residency includes a group exhibition and public engagement events, creating opportunities to share ideas and connect with the local community.