Double award for the Hôtel de la Mer: gastronomy meets sustainable commitment
At the heart of the Côte des Légendesfacing the ocean, Hotel de la Mer à Brignogan-Plages has established itself as one of the most emblematic addresses on the Finistère coast. Completely renovated in 2024 and recently elevated to the rank of4-star hotelThe hotel combines contemporary elegance, luminous comfort and a deep attachment to its region. In 2025, the Hôtel de la Mer won a double award. Its commitment to the environment, recognised by the Green Key labelThis is expressed as much in the responsible management of the site as in the attention paid to every detail of the customer experience.
At the heart of this sea-facing establishment, catering also plays an essential role. Under the direction of Chef Sébastien Duhamel, Maître Restaurateur, le Bistrot Gourmand stands for sincere, traditional cuisine based on fresh, local ingredients. This culinary philosophy is a natural extension of the hotel's spirit: authentic, sustainable and deeply rooted in the local environment. Brittany.
Taste the soul of Brittany at the Bistrot Gourmand
Visit Bistrot GourmandThe cuisine is a true immersion in Brittany's terroir. Under the direction of Chef Sébastien Duhamel, the menu celebrates local, seasonal produce. In a luminous setting with the ocean at every glance, fresh fish, market vegetables and home-made sweets make up dishes that combine authenticity and refinement. Each meal is designed to offer a complete sensory experience, in keeping with the values of the hotel. This culinary approach is rooted in the career and vision of the Chef, who has deep roots in Brittany.
Sébastien Duhamel: a committed chef awarded the title of Maître Restaurateur
Originally from Brittany, the Chef Sébastien Duhamel perfected his art with prestigious houses such as those of Pierre Gagnaire and Jérôme Roy. His approach to cooking is guided by controlled simplicity and respect for the product. Committed to local produce, he focuses on inshore fishing, seasonal vegetables and short distribution channels, offering authentic, responsible gastronomy. Each dish is a meeting of land and sea, where taste and creativity come together in harmony.
In October 2025, Sébastien Duhamel received the title of Maître RestaurateurThis official distinction rewards restaurateurs who are committed to home cooking using raw, local and fresh produce. This recognition is not limited to taste quality: it highlights the rigour with which ingredients are chosen, the respect shown for producers and the transparency of supplies. Every dish from Bistrot Gourmand is the embodiment of these high standards, combining traditional skills with gastronomy rooted in the region. This concern for quality is part of a wider approach, in which the hotel strives to minimise its impact on the environment.
A sustainable approach to serving guests, awarded the Clef Verte label
L'Hôtel de la Mer adopts a global and concrete vision of the sustainable tourism. The establishment favours responsible materials for its fittings, optimises its energy consumption and implements rigorous waste management. Every decision, from the choice of equipment to the reduction of the environmental footprint, is based on respect for the coastline and the preservation of resources. This committed and measurable approach has been recognised by the award of the Green Key labelThis international certification distinguishes accommodation exemplary in terms of ecology and sustainable management.
Le Green Key labelthe first international ecological certification for accommodation and restaurants, is the crowning achievement of this approach. It guarantees that the hotel complies with strict criteria in terms of water and energy management, waste reduction, responsible purchasing and customer awareness. Every stay becomes an experience where comfort, elegance and ecological awareness come together naturally, in an unspoilt setting overlooking the ocean.
A contemporary vision of hospitality illustrated by a double award
Combining the title of Maître Restaurateur with the Clef Verte label is a perfect reflection of the company's philosophy. lHotel de la Mer This double award combines culinary authenticity, pleasure and environmental responsibility. Here, every dish, every gesture and every detail is designed to offer a unique, sincere and sustainable experience. The establishment has thus confirmed its identity as a place where gastronomy, local produce and respect for nature come together for a truly Breton experience.
Chardons Bleus Beach
29890 Brignogan-Plage
Telephone : 02 98 43 18 47
Email : bienvenue@hoteldelamer.bzh
