The Most Beautiful Hotels Along the Loire Valley Castles Route

© Hôtel Les Hautes Roches, Hôtel Fleur de Loire par Alexandre Moulard et Hôtel Hauts de Loire par Romain Ricard.

Choosing a hotel near the Loire Valley castles means immersing yourself in history, from Amboise to Chambord, from Blois to Chenonceau. You’ll walk among royalty, admire remarkable gardens, explore troglodytic worlds, taste unique flavors, and stroll along the wildest river in France. Here are our most magical hotel picks.

The profound desire of Christophe Hay to honor his region resulted in the acquisition of a 17th-century hospital, now transformed into this stunning 5-star hotel, one of the most beautiful hotels near the Loire Valley castles.

Overlooking the river and with a view of Château de Blois, this Relais & Châteaux spans 5,000 m², featuring 44 rooms, 2 restaurants, and a spa. Caroline Tissier, an architect and a friend of Hay, designed the hotel, paying tribute to the Loire River with flowing patterns and soft colors. The decor merges brass with velvet and ceramics with marble, creating a soothing ambiance.

At L’Amour Blanc restaurant, savor dishes like Solognot lamb or line-caught meagre from the garden’s produce. Thanks to his permaculture garden, Christophe Hay earned a Michelin Green Star, in addition to two Michelin stars for the gourmet restaurant, where a multi-course menu includes specialties like Wagyu beef and carp à la Chambord.

To complete your relaxation, visit the spa featuring Sisley treatments. The 450 m² space includes a 15-meter pool, sauna, hammam, and an outdoor heated pool with a jacuzzi. Don't leave without trying the pastries from Florence Lesage, a treat that brings back childhood memories.

Fleur de Loire, 26 Quai Villebois Mareuil, Blois

© Hôtel Fleur de Loire par Alexandre Moulard

Imagine a 300-hectare private forest near Tours, home to 18 lodges designed by Anne-Caroline Frey, perched 4 meters above the ground. Each lodge is flooded with light and showcases contemporary art either hung or painted directly on the walls. The lodges, half of which feature hot tubs or saunas, offer an ideal blend of nature and modern comfort.

Head to the common areas to enjoy a 20-meter pool watched over by a giant sculpture by Philippe Pasqua. You'll also find beehives next to the garden.

The renovated farmhouse is home to a piano bar and concept store, while the restaurant Ardent, led by Thomas Besnault, delivers a unique dining experience inspired by the surrounding forest. Breakfast is delivered in a basket to your lodge, featuring homemade treats like gravlax salmon and birch sap juice.

Explore the woods to discover monumental art pieces, or relax with in-room spa treatments and forest baths designed to help you disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself.

Loire Valley Lodges, 1 Allée de la Duporterie, 37320 Esvres-sur-Indre

© Loire Valley Lodge par Anne-Emmanuelle Thion. 

This historic château near Tours and Saumur dates back to the Hundred Years' War and was once the residence of Duchess Dino, the niece and mistress of Talleyrand, Napoleon’s famous minister.

Now owned by the Pasquier family, the château retains its majestic allure, with a vast terrace, an impressive 200-year-old cedar, and an elegant library installed by the duchess herself. The 37 rooms and suites feature tasteful, elegant decor with period furniture, Italian pieces, and flowered curtains, offering views of the Loire Valley or the 25-hectare park.

Noteworthy are the French gardens and the heated outdoor pool. Although there is no spa, one of the salons has been transformed into a boudoir for signature treatments.

Dine at La Verrière or the Dino restaurant, where Emmanuelle Pasquier and Frank Joly serve up traditional dishes like foie gras and beef rib, with a creative twist.

Château de Rochecotte, 43 Rue Dorothée de Dino, Saint-Patrice

This Relais & Châteaux in Rochecorbon, overlooking the Loire River, features 14 rooms, 12 of which are carved into the rock. The decor is contemporary, with warm tones allowing the natural stone to shine.

Chef Hervé Lussault brings his Laotian heritage into the kitchen, transforming local produce into creative dishes like veal with lemongrass and a fricassee of artichokes and shiitakes. Outside, enjoy the heated pool or stroll through the gardens before exploring the nearby Loire Valley castles.

Les Hautes Roches, 86 Quai de la Loire, Rochecorbon

This 19th-century hunting lodge, surrounded by a 70-hectare forest park, features 31 rooms spread across three buildings. The classic, cheerful decor designed by Natalia Megret combines antique furniture and refined wallpapers to create a sense of history and elegance.

The Bistrot offers comforting dishes like marinated pork belly, while the Michelin-starred restaurant, led by Julien Thomasson, showcases bold, creative interpretations of local products. Enjoy the heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, or a game room, perfect for families.

For those seeking relaxation, the Clarins spa offers saunas, hammams, and treatment rooms that open onto the garden.

Les Hauts de Loire, 79 Rue Gilbert Navard, Veuzain-sur-Loire

© Hôtel Hauts de Loire par Romain Ricard.

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