Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Loire Valley is home to historic castles, famous vineyards, and exceptional hotels.
Charming hotels, luxury treehouses, Michelin-starred restaurants, and reimagined castles—discover our top 5 most beautiful hotels in the Loire Valley for a countryside getaway along the river.
Epinay Castle
Located just a stone's throw from Angers and in the heart of a vast park, Epinay Castle, a former 15th-century castlee and XVIIIe This historic building, dating back to the 19th century, was converted into a 4-star hotel a few years ago, much to the delight of its guests. The 23 rooms and suites are tastefully decorated, blending antique furniture and fabrics with a few contemporary pieces.
When it comes to dining, the cuisine at L’Orangerie is a little gem. Here, you can enjoy fruits and vegetables fresh from the château’s vegetable garden, grown using permaculture methods.
Outside, the hotel features a large natural swimming pool, where the water is filtered without any chemicals, thanks to the action of plants.
The House Next Door
Renowned for its gourmet dining, La Maison d’à Côté features 12 comfortable rooms with understated charm in the heart of the small village of Montlivault. But it is above all Chef Christophe Hay’s locally sourced and socially conscious cuisine—honored with two Michelin stars—that draws us here. Named Chef of the Year by Gault & Millau in 2021, he insists on sourcing all his ingredients exclusively from within his department: the fish are caught in the Loire River, the game comes from the nearby Sologne forests, and the Wagyu beef is raised locally! Just 5 kilometers from the Château de Chambord, 15 from Blois, and 25 from Chaumont-sur-Loire and its iconic gardens, it’s the ideal starting point for a Tour of the Loire Valley Castles.
The Grand Hôtel du Lion d’Or
Located in the heart of Sologne, this manor house—built by the Lord of Montgiron in 1540—became the Grand Hôtel du Lion d’Or in 1774, making it one of the oldest establishments of its kind in France today. Now a member of Relais & Châteaux, the hotel features 16 fully restored rooms and a Michelin-starred restaurant, where Chef Didier Clément, the hotel’s owner, presides.
Loire Valley Lodge
Open since the summer of 2020, the Loire Valley Lodge is undoubtedly the most unique hotel in the region. Here, there are no rooms or suites in the traditional sense, but rather “treehouses,” perched four meters up in the trees and featuring stunning terraces. Nestled in the heart of a 300-hectare forest, the hotel also features a swimming pool, a restaurant, and a concept store. A must-visit for a A Relaxing Weekend for Couples in France.
