When dreaming of a trip to France, a bucket-list experience that comes to mind for many is spending the night at a château. Luckily, there are plenty of fabulous options throughout the country including in Paris, Champagne, Bordeaux, Provence and beyond. French Side Travel has put together a list of the best château-hotels in France. Book with French Side Travel to receive special perks, amenities, and upgrades among other benefits. Read on to discover part one of the list of the best château-hotels in France.
The Best Château-Hotels in France: Part One
Hotel Brindos, Lac & Château in the Basque Country
Pay homage to the history of Pays Basque and discover the nature, traditions, and legends of the area during your stay in this fantastic 5-star hotel situated between the inland region and the ocean.
The hotel has various rooms and suites, each elegantly decorated with elements and furniture from regional artists and craftsmen. For a unique stay, the ten floating lodges on the lake offer guests the added pleasure of an unparalleled experience.
The hotel’s gourmet restaurant is deeply rooted with strong cultural heritage. It proudly promotes a Basque identity with cuisine that showcases treasures from both the land and sea.
Guests can head for a unique moment of relaxation in the wellness areas, nestled amidst a lush backdrop. This unique place, with its glassy water and gold colors, offers numerous facilities. It features treatments rooms, a hammam, sauna, yoga room, and a meditation space.
Château de la Messardière in Saint-Tropez
This 19th century château is now a majestic 5-star Palace hotel. It is perched on a hilltop, located outside Saint-Tropez, between the village and the famous Pampelonne beach. The property, with its trademark domed cupolas and turrets, recently underwent extensive renovations.
The hotel features 103 rooms and suites, each with their own private terrace. The two Signature Suites boast over 50 square meters of living space. The Duplex Villa, with three bedrooms and a private swimming pool, is ideal for families.
This hotel also offers a Valmont wellness spa, yoga platform, two tennis courts, two restaurants, a bar, as well as a beach club. Younger guests enjoy the Kingdom of Children, a 500 square meter villa guaranteed to amuse.
Hôtel Saint James in Paris
Originally a 100-year-old château, this luxury 5-star hotel is situated in the midst of 5,000 square meters of lush greenery, surrounded by marvelous gardens. The renowned Champs-Élysées can be reached on foot from the hotel.
The 22 impeccable rooms and 26 suites are elegantly designed in a contemporary style. Walls are marvelously decorated with flowers representing 18th-century style. Room categories include Deluxe, Boudoir, and Superior. For large families, serviced apartments such as Longchamp, Victor Hugo, Lamoureux, and Courbet offer the intimacy of a private home and the comfort of a luxury hotel.
Guests can indulge in authentic and rich gourmet cuisine. Enjoy a meal meal in the dining room or on the terrace.
For a moment of relaxation, enjoy the spa and hammam. Special signature treatments such as an Imperial relaxing massage, honey repair treatment, and Dedicace Guerlain are absolute musts!
Enjoy a drink at the hotel’s Library Bar to discover the ancient leather books or just sip on cocktails.
Château de Sacy in Champagne
Experience a beautiful stay in a spacious, luxurious and comfortable château that opens onto vineyards every side. It combines elegance and modernity in an atmosphere conducive to rest and reverie.
Have a pleasurable stay in the elegant and modern rooms surrounded by vineyards with a splendid view of the mountains of Reims. Each room, with a refined and unique decor, provides an ideal space for relaxation.
The authentic and delicate cuisine with a 360 degree view of the vineyards will provide memories for a lifetime.
The exceptional spa services are among the best in the region. Quality and excellence is the hotel’s motto. Discover your inner-self with yoga and fitness, in the midst of the vineyards. Visit and be one with nature.
Château de Boucéel in Brittany
This family residence, built during the 18th century in the typical Saint-Malo style, is located only 12 miles from Mont Saint-Michel. Paneling and period furniture create a classic, refined space.
The château offers five recently-renovated bedrooms. They are spacious, elegant and bright. All rooms are non-smoking, with bathrobes, soap and shampoos, a private bathroom, and a view of nature. Each is named after family members of previous generations. Three more cottages lie in the château’s park, each of them independent and with its own private garden.
Facilities available include: free parking, a pool room, luggage, an outdoor heated swimming pool opened from May to October. The surroundings are quiet. Guests love to stroll in the park and admire the romantic chapel.
Château Saint-Martin in the French Riviera
Located in Vence, this 5-star hotel is close to Nice with panoramic views of the Mediterranean sea over the French Riviera. This hotel has a rich history, which dates back to the 12th century when the château was a Knights Templar Commandery Castle.
The 40 individually decorated rooms (all junior suites) are very spacious, have light and lovely new interiors with all the necessary amenities to make your stay comfortable. Bathrooms have peachy marble with separate showers, sunken baths and separate toilets.
Six villas welcome couples and families for more privacy. Located few hundred meters away from the main building, guests still benefit from all the services of the hotel. A shuttle is available to bring you from the hotel to the villas.
The two restaurants feature an authentic gourmet cuisine from an experienced chef. Every day, let the flavors of the Mediterranean cuisine delight you. Have lunch between the olive trees or dinner at the Michelin star restaurant with a panoramic view. The underground cellar welcomes guests for a wine tasting with the sommelier.
For more nature adventures, guests can explore the remarkable 34 acres of spectacular natural beauty, surrounded by countryside and offering a wide range of recreational activities including magical walks through the hills.
Château des Alpilles in Provence
This boutique 5-star hotel is in an early 19th-century mansion. Outside, century-old plane trees shade the grounds. The interior is refined with period touches, including tapestries and stucco flourishes, combined with modern comforts.
Enjoy the two onsite restaurants, bar, heated pool, tennis court, and sauna. The expansive grounds offer an ideal spot for a walk among the Magnolia trees and fountains.
The property offers a separate Cypress Farm building with three modern suites and a loft. It’s perfect for families and groups of up to 12 guests.
We hope part one of the list of the best château-hotels in France helps inspire a future trip. For assistance planning your perfect trip, don’t hesitate to contact French Side Travel to create a custom itinerary. Some of our favorite destinations include Paris, Bordeaux, Normandy, and Southern France.