In central Cognac, Hôtel Chais Monnet & Spa reworks former ageing warehouses around a contemporary glass-and-metal addition. Ninety-two rooms and suites spread across four buildings, pairing classic French detailing with timber, stone and softly coloured fabrics. Les Foudres occupies the gastronomic end of the dining programme, complemented by La Distillerie, Bar 1838 and a rooftop lounge. The wellness floor includes indoor and outdoor pools, a jacuzzi, saunas, steam rooms and treatment spaces, set behind the industrial brickwork of the historic site.