March has arrived, and the weekend is fast approaching, but you're still undecided about your plans? The Traveller Society team has selected five must-book hotels for a last-minute March weekend.
1. Hotel Louvre Lens, unusual stay in the North
Located in two historic workers' houses from Pit 9 of the UNESCO-listed mining basin, this 4-star establishment, bearing the Esprit de France label, offers 52 elegant rooms, a wellness area, and a brasserie inspired by traditional estaminets of the Pas-de-Calais region. Its prime location, just three minutes from the Louvre Lens, makes it an ideal base for art and heritage enthusiasts looking for a Last minute weekend to say the least unusual.
The architects have successfully preserved the soul of the mining settlement with its architectural specificities of Pas-de-Calais, such as the 26 terraced houses and their brick facades covered in black lime, intentionally creating a break with the building's history. Inside, immense bay windows illuminate the raw spaces with black walls and floors, a nod to coal. The restaurant Le Galibot, open without interruption 7 days a week, enhances local flavors with regional products. With its warm service and a team rooted in the region, the hotel perfectly embodies the hospitality of the North and invites its visitors to an authentic immersion in the heart of Hauts-de-France.
Hotel Louvre Lens
52 keys, prices starting from 110 euros per night
168 Paul Bert Street, 62300 Lens
Stay in March in the North © Hôtel Louvre-Lens
2. Les Hautes Roches, last-minute weekend in the Loire Valley
Tours seduces with its timeless charm, and the hotel Les Hautes Roches is one of its most remarkable assets. Nestled on a promontory overlooking the Loire, This former 18th-century monastery blends elegance and authenticity with its troglodyte rooms carved into the tuffeau rock. Each space reveals a unique setting, bathed in light and offering a breathtaking view of the river and the Touraine hills.
The refinement continues at the table, where chef Hervé Lussault elevates the flavors of the region with a touch of Asian inspiration. Whether in his gourmet restaurant or his bistro, the cuisine is a tribute to the seasons and local products. Ideally located near the Vouvray vineyards and the famous Loire castles, the hotel offers a timeless experience where nature, culture, and the art of living blend harmoniously.
The High Rocks
14 keys, prices starting from 179 euros per night
86 Quai de la Loire, 37210 Rochecorbon
Weekend in the Loire Valley © Les Hautes Roches
3. L'Auberge des Templiers, a spontaneous getaway in Sologne
L'Auberge des Templiers is a rare gem, nestled in Sologne just 1.5 hours from Paris and ideal for a last-minute weekend in March. 5-star comfort, founding member of Relais & Châteaux, it continues a family heritage dating back to 1946. Formerly a coaching inn built on the ruins of a Templar commandery, the establishment sprawls across a lush 6-hectare park. The 14 rooms and 6 suites, spread across cottages and thatched cottages, blend rustic charm and elegance with oak beams, fireplaces, and Aubusson tapestries. The gastronomic restaurant, a Michelin star recipient since 1952, is overseen by Chef Martin Simonart, who elevates local products in refined dishes such as lacquered pigeon or Grand Marnier soufflé.
Between moments of relaxation by the pool, culinary delights, and discovering the Solognot landscapes, the Auberge des Templiers promises an enchanted interlude, ideal, for example, for a romantic getaway.
Templar Inn
14 keys, prices starting from 195 euros per night
N7, 45290 Boismorand
Last-minute weekend in Sologne © Auberge des Templiers
4. Château de Rochecotte, Loire Valley
In the Loire Valley, the former residence of the Duchess of Dino, dating from the 18th centurye century turns into A castle hotel dominating a lush 25-hectare park where wisteria and oleander perfume the breeze. With its 37 rooms and suites decorated in a refined spirit, the Domaine de Rochecotte combines the splendor of yesteryear with modern comfort. Each window reveals an enchanting panorama of the French gardens, the wooded park, and the Touraine landscapes of ponds and small paths. The heated outdoor pool, set in the heart of the gardens, promises moments of relaxation on sunny days after a day of exploring the surrounding castles and vineyards. On the culinary front, the gourmet restaurant Le Dino elevates local products, and for a timeless moment, nothing beats dinner under the glass roof, facing the majestic century-old cedars of the estate.
Rochecotte Castle
37 keys, prices starting from 172 euros per night
43 Rue Dorothée de Dino, 37130, Coteaux-sur-Loire
4-star hotel in the Loire Valley © Chateau de Rochecotte
4-star hotel in the Loire Valley © Chateau de Rochecotte
5. Le Chambard, last-minute weekend in March in Alsace
Located in one of the most beautiful villages in Alsace, Le Chambard is among the iconic addresses in Kaysersberg, blending heritage and modernity. This 5-star hotel, a member of Relais & Châteaux, occupies an elegant 18th-century residencee The hotel, entirely renovated to offer contemporary comfort while preserving its old-world charm. Its 33 rooms and 6 suites, spacious and bright, are decorated with velvet and woody tones, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. The establishment also houses a spa A 200 sqm space with an indoor pool, sauna, hammam, and treatment area, creating a true haven of relaxation. For gastronomy, Chef Olivier Nasti, a Meilleur Ouvrier de France (Best Craftsman of France), crafts flavors like a goldsmith in the double Michelin-starred restaurant, showcasing local Alsatian produce. A traditional bistro complements the offering with revisited local specialties in a warm setting.
Le Chambard
39 keys, prices starting from 220 euros per night
9-13 Rue du Général de Gaulle, 68240 Kaysersberg
5-star hotel and spa in Alsace © Le Chambard
From: Pierre Gautrand
