Mylos
Mineral, slow-living boutique. Architect-designed with a Corsican-Greek soul. Think artisan textures, warm ochre walls, and a deeply relaxed pace rather than a flashy resort.
Book the Bellezza Alta variant of the A Bellezza room for the best panoramic sea-and-village views from the private balcony
Why It Matters
One of Corsica's newest design-forward hotels (opened 2025), collaborating two acclaimed studios — Orma Architettura and Dorothée Meilichzon's Chzon agency. The site-sourced concrete and green roofs make it an unusually thoughtful piece of architecture for the island. Chef Pierre Geronimi's Teos restaurant, with its ouzo-inflected desserts and seasonal fish dishes, is open to non-guests and is already drawing attention.
Mylos takes its name from the old stone mill that still stands over the property — a nod to Cargèse's Hellenic heritage, where Greek families from the Peloponnese settled in the 17th century. Designed by Corsican firm Orma Architettura and decorated by Parisian interior designer Dorothée Meilichzon, the hotel uses earth-formed concrete sourced directly from the site, green roofs, and fragmented volumes that read as part of the hillside rather than imposed on it. Inside, Meilichzon's signature tactile world plays out in rounded arches, handmade ceramics, raw linen, and an earthy ochre palette. The 34 rooms are small by luxury standards — the entry-level U Paisolu tops out at 20 m² — but the panoramic sea views and the quality of materials make up for it.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
A Bellezza
The top category comes in two distinct configurations. Bellezza Amicizia offers two adjoining rooms opening onto a garden — best for a shared stay with friends or family. Bellezza Alta is the one to book for solo couples: panoramic views of the sea and the village from a private balcony, and the only category that includes both a bathtub and shower. At 27 m², it's the largest room at Mylos. A child's bed can be added on request.
Double · 27 sqm
A Terrazza
At 24 m², this steps up in space and comes with a private terrace. The terrace is the main event — you're surrounded by Corsican maquis, with sky and sea on one side. The room itself continues the hotel's language of mineral textures and arched forms. Good for those who want outdoor space without paying suite prices.
24 sqmU Mare
Same footprint as U Paisolu (16–20 m²) but oriented toward the sea. The view does a lot of work here — you wake up to the Mediterranean on the horizon. Refined furnishings, calm palette, and the gentle sound of the surroundings. A solid step up from U Paisolu purely because of the outlook.
18 sqm
U Paisolu
Entry-level room on the first floor with village-facing views. Soft tones, noble materials, and a soothing atmosphere. Compact at 16–20 m², but thoughtfully finished — ochre-tinted walls, natural wood, and light that tracks across the room through the day. An honest room that doesn't try to be anything other than a calm place to sleep in Corsica.
18 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Cycling is available in and around Cargèse. The west coast road and maquis-covered hills offer varied routes.
The Mare a Mare Nord trail passes through the area. Hotel is a short walk from the village, which connects to Corsica's network of coastal and mountain hiking trails.
Pétanque court on the terrace, played under reed canopies with sea views in the background. A proper Mediterranean ritual at aperitif hour.
A cave-carved indoor pool heated to 30°C, open year-round. The vibe is genuinely mineral and meditative — more like a thermal grotto than a standard hotel pool. One of the best reasons to visit in winter.
Panoramic outdoor pool on the hillside with unobstructed sea views. Seasonal — open during warmer months. Orientated to catch the sunset light across the Mediterranean.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Two accessible rooms for guests with reduced mobility — one on the ground floor, one on the first floor. PMR access throughout the property.
50 m² meeting room available for seminars, brainstorming sessions, and team events. Bright, peaceful environment.
Free in-room WiFi at 100+ Mbps, suitable for 1–2 simultaneous users.
Landscaped gardens and green spaces with green roofs integrated into the architecture. Provides shade and natural cooling.
Gift vouchers available to purchase directly on the hotel website.
24/7 reception from April to November. Limited hours (8am–8pm) from November to April.
On-site private parking at no charge. A genuine perk given parking in Corsican hill villages can be difficult.
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