Bretignolles-sur-Mer accommodation from NZ$129

You could try the Hôtel de Bretagne and also the Logis de France Auberge du Marais. The Hôtel de Bretagne is 35 kilometres from the heart of Bretignolles-sur-Mer. The Logis de France Auberge du Marais is 30 kilometres away. Some more alternatives here include the Atlantic Golf Résidence and the Best Western Hotel Atlantic Thalasso.

After you've seen Bretignolles-sur-Mer, you could set out to visit more of the Pays de la Loire area. Take a gander at the castles in Pays de la Loire. Outdoorsy types could also take the time to admire its rural landscapes. In this part of France, tourists can partake in cycling, beach combing and sunbathing.

Everyone knows New Zealanders are pretty chilled, so consider staying a little longer and check out the Saint Nicholas Church, Les Sables d'Olonne Beach and Musee de l'Abbaye Sainte-Croix, in Les Sables d'Olonne, 17 kilometres to the south of Bretignolles-sur-Mer. Should you wish to stay in Les Sables d'Olonne, check out the room rates at the Résidence Lagrange Classic Les Marines and Citotel Arc En Ciel Spa. 25 kilometres to the north of Bretignolles-sur-Mer, you may also choose to stay at Challans, which is home to the Citôtel Le Challans and Le Manoir de l'Antiquite. If you stay in Challans, don't miss the Commanderie de Coudrie, Salle des Noues Hippodrome and Challans Notre Dame Cathedral.

Before your Bretignolles-sur-Mer trip comes to an end, why not spend an hour or two cheering along with local sports enthusiasts at a local sporting fixture? You'll find Stade de la Beaujoire 75 kilometres to the north of Bretignolles-sur-Mer. Like to stay near the action? The Hotel Amiral and the Park&Suites Elégance Nantes Carré Bouffay could both be ideal.

If you're transiting into or out of Nantes - Atlantique Airport and would prefer to stay nearby, try the B&B Hôtel Nantes Aeroport or the ibis Styles Nantes Rezé Aéroport.