During peak season, mere mortals will struggle to book a table at La Colombe d’Or, the movie-star watering hole (with excellent food) in the medieval town of Saint-Paul de Vence, on the French Riviera. But there’s no need to suffer. Instead, a three-minute drive to nearby La Colle-sur-Loup will lead pleasure seekers to Alain Llorca, which has one Michelin star, a ridiculously pleasant terrace, 10 guest rooms, and even a swimming pool. Yes, the restaurant is a tasting-menu affair, and five or nine courses are required at dinner, but at lunch a three-course market option is just the ticket, especially when the entrée choices include ceviche with tiger’s milk (a Peruvian marinade that often involves citrus juice and garlic). And in case the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc is full, its hotel is also a charming, comfortable place to rest one’s head—for one-twelfth of the price (not like we’ve done the math). —Ashley Baker