Rives d'Arc

What Rives d'Arc does

Rives d'Arc is a 4-star outdoor hotel (hôtel de plein air) registered as LES RIVES D'ARC, a single-shareholder SAS (Société par actions simplifiée unipersonnelle) with €8,400 share capital, located at the gateway to the Ardèche Gorges in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, France. The property operates seasonally from late March to late September and is part of the Collection Rivages brand, which manages multiple outdoor hotel properties. Its physical footprint sits directly on the banks of the Ardèche river within a protected nature reserve, proximate to the Pont d'Arc natural formation and the UNESCO-listed Grotte Chauvet 2.

The company offers a diversified accommodation portfolio ranging from premium signature products (Cabanes d'Arc wooden cabins, Les Folies design units) through mid-range Confort and Classique mobile homes to budget furnished tents, supported by on-site facilities including two heated outdoor pools, a restaurant, kids' and teens' clubs, guided nature tours, and seasonal signature events (Art Camp creative festival, Mojo Mojo wellness event). Technology consists of an owned direct booking platform (booking.rivesdarc.com) integrated with a third-party white-label mobile concierge app (built on Loungeup infrastructure), with no proprietary AI or data platform disclosed. The company is GDPR-compliant and Qualidog-certified for pet-friendly operations.

Revenue is generated through direct-to-consumer accommodation rentals (primary), complemented by activity and experience bookings, food and beverage, and ancillary services (pet fees, cleaning, grill rental, late check-out, premium positioning). Pricing is dynamic and tiered across three packages — Standard, Liberty, and Smart Deal — supplemented by Long-Stay, Senior, Group (Tribu), and pet-related discounts. Distribution runs through the owned multi-language website (FR/EN/DE/NL), mobile app, phone reservations, and TripAdvisor, with no disclosed OTA partnerships. With only 7 disclosed employees, the operating organization is lean and the business model is asset-heavy hospitality rather than software/platform-driven.

Name

Rives d'Arc

Legal name

LES RIVES D'ARC

Website

https://rivesdarc.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Rives d'Arc is a 4-star seasonal outdoor hotel in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, France, operating within the Collection Rivages brand and offering cabin, mobile home, and tent accommodations plus nature activities for European leisure tourists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Hospitality

NAICS

Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Mountain & Wilderness Lodges (THAAAHAE)

Keywords

• Outdoor hospitality
• Glamping accommodations
• Nature tourism
• Family camping
• Vacation rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Vallon-Pont-d'Arc

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Accommodation Rentals: Primary revenue stream from renting diverse accommodations including Cabanes d'Arc (wooden cabins), Folies (design accommodations), Confort mobil homes, Classique bungalows, and furnished tents. Pricing varies by season, accommodation type, and length of stay. Dynamic pricing model adjusts rates based on period and occupancy levels.
2. Activity and Experience Bookings: Revenue from guided nature tours, kayak/canoe rentals, and potentially other adventure activities offered on-site or through partners. Nature tours include activities such as canoe trips, village walks, beekeeping visits, and hiking excursions.
3. Food and Beverage: On-site restaurant with patio dining serving local cuisine. Optional breakfast service available for an additional fee (adults €19, children €12).
4. Ancillary Services: Additional revenue from pet accommodation (€8/day), optional cleaning service (€75), gas grill rental, late check-out (€40), and My Accommodation premium positioning option (10% surcharge).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Rives d'Arc is a 4-star outdoor hotel that rents a diversified portfolio of nature-immersive accommodations — signature wooden cabins (Cabanes d'Arc), design units (Les Folies), Confort and Classique mobile homes, and furnished tents — to leisure travelers visiting the Ardèche Gorges region. The stay is bundled with on-site amenities including two heated pools, restaurant, supervised kids' and teens' clubs, guided nature tours, and signature seasonal events (Art Camp, Mojo Mojo), generating revenue through accommodation rentals, food and beverage, activities, and ancillary services.

Product overview

Rives d'Arc is a 4-star outdoor hotel operated by Collection Rivages, offering a diverse portfolio of accommodations and experiences in the Ardèche region. The product portfolio comprises: Cabanes d'Arc (signature wooden cabins) and Les Folies (design-forward riverside units) as premium accommodations; Confort and Classique mobile homes as mid-range options; and furnished tents for traditional camping. Activity offerings include Kids and Teens Clubs during summer months, guided Nature Tours, and seasonal events such as Art Camp (creative festival) and Mojo Mojo (wellness/yoga event). Facilities include two heated swimming pool areas, canoe/kayak rentals, and a dedicated mobile application for activity booking and concierge services. The booking system integrates Standard, Liberty, and Smart Deal packages with various cancellation policies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cabanes d'Arc Signature wooden cabin accommodations nestled in the Ardèche vegetation, combining comfort and simplicity with terraces that extend living space outdoors. Intended for leisure travelers seeking nature-immersive stays.
• Les Folies Distinctive, design-forward accommodations located steps from the river, blending seamlessly into the Ardèche landscape. Targeted at guests seeking premium, scenic lodging.
• Confort Mobile Homes Modern 2 or 3 bedroom family mobile homes with full kitchen facilities, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and terrace. Sleeps 2 to 6 persons, ranging from 26m². For families and small groups.
• Classique Mobile Homes Budget-friendly bungalows in pristine natural settings with practical interiors opening to outdoor shaded patios, equipped with kitchen, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Aimed at value-oriented travelers.
• Furnished Tents Modern equipped tents combining traditional camping spirit with mobile home comfort, featuring 2 bedrooms, dining area, and terrace. From 15m², suitable for 2 to 5 persons. For guests seeking a camping experience with elevated comfort.
• Kids Club (6-12 years) Supervised children's activities during July and August including games, sports, arts and crafts, and nature exploration in the village and countryside. For families with children aged 6-12.
• Teenagers Club (13-17 years) Youth activity program during July and August featuring group activities, Ardèche Gorges excursions, games, and swimming pool activities. For families with teens aged 13-17.
• Nature Tours Guided nature excursions led by local experts including canoe trips, village walks, beehive visits, and tours of natural sites like the Cirque des Gens and Dent de Rez mountain. For guests seeking curated outdoor experiences.
• Art Camp Festival Creative festival running from 13 to 23 July 2026 featuring pottery workshops, painting, land art, open-air concerts, and DJ sets at the riverside. For guests seeking creative, immersive summer experiences.
• Mojo Mojo Wellness Event Nature wellness experience from 8 to 28 June 2026 featuring riverside yoga sessions, creative art workshops including pottery and watercolour painting, and immersive outdoor experiences. For guests seeking wellness and relaxation.
• On-site Restaurant and Breakfast Service On-site restaurant with patio dining serving local cuisine, plus optional breakfast service (adults €19, children €12 per person per day) including breads, pastries, cereals, dairy, juices, and hot beverages. For staying guests and visitors.
• Group Offer (Tribu) Organised group holiday packages for families and friends with personalised accommodation advice, group booking management, and up to 10% discount when booking 3+ accommodations. For extended families, friend gatherings, and reunions.
• Rives d'Arc Mobile Application Free pocket guide app for managing holiday activities, booking experiences, discovering outdoor leisure options, and communicating with staff via dedicated messaging. For staying guests to engage before, during, and after their visit.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vacanceselect: European operator of upscale campsites and family outdoor resorts. Directly comparable on luxury outdoor accommodation, kids clubs, multi-lingual booking, and family traveler focus.
• Flower Campings: French network of independent family-friendly campsites, many in 4-star tier natural settings. Comparable to Rives d'Arc on customer segment, nature-based positioning, and seasonal French outdoor hospitality model.
• Ciela Village: French operator of premium outdoor resorts and campsites with a portfolio of upscale accommodations in natural French regions. Comparable to Rives d'Arc on positioning, customer segmentation, and seasonal outdoor resort model.
• Sandaya: French 4-5 star campsite chain with multiple premium resort-style sites. Comparable to Rives d'Arc as a 4-star outdoor resort with mobile homes, premium accommodations, pools, kids clubs, and seasonal operation in French natural destinations.
• Huttopia: French operator of nature-immersive campsites and ready-to-camp canvas tents/cabins across France, Europe, and North America. Directly comparable to Rives d'Arc as a branded outdoor hospitality concept combining wooden cabins, tent-cabins, and family-oriented programming in natural settings.
• Yelloh! Village: Network of premium franchised campsites in France and Europe focused on 4-5 star outdoor resort experiences. Directly comparable on quality tier, family orientation, multi-accommodation-type offering, and nature-based settings.
• Camping Paradis: French chain of 4-5 star campsites with extensive family programming including kids clubs and themed activities. Comparable to Rives d'Arc on star-rating tier, family orientation, and activity-led value proposition.

Broad incumbents

• Pierre & Vacances: Major French vacation residence operator with holiday villages and resorts across natural regions. Comparable as a French vacation accommodation provider in natural destinations, though broader portfolio and condominium-style model.
• Center Parcs: Large European holiday park operator with forest villages, indoor water parks, and family entertainment. Comparable as a broader-scale nature-immersive family accommodation operator, though at significantly larger scale and predominantly indoor Aqua Mundo-style facilities.

Regional players

• Al Fresco Holidays: UK-based outdoor holiday operator specializing in mobile home/cabin holidays at premium European campsites. Comparable on accommodation types and family outdoor vacation concept, though primarily serves UK outbound travelers to European destinations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/collectionrivages
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/les-rives-d'arc
• Instagraminstagram.com/collectionrivages

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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