The 20 Best Loire Valley Chateau Hotels

Chateaux are the defining feature of the Loire Valley, embodying the region’s rich history and timeless elegance. A stay in one of these magnificent properties offers a unique experience, blending grand architecture with a personal, intimate atmosphere. Whether you’re drawn to opulent Renaissance palaces, gilded neoclassical gems, or charming Tudor-style mansions, our hotel experts have curated a collection of the best chateau hotels in the region. These stunning properties are often set amidst acres of lush farmland and sprawling forests, making them perfect for family breaks, romantic escapes, or simply a peaceful retreat into nature.

For luxury

• Chateau du Grand-Luce is an 18th-century neoclassical beauty with an Orangerie, spa and ballroom. The elegant rooms are spacious and traditional and feature four-poster beds. Set within 80-acres of park and woodland, this is a perfect choice for an indulgent country escape.
• The elegant Chateau de Verrieres really embodies the grand Loire Valley stay. Stately rooms are packed with antiques and feature those classically oversized French sash windows. Set in 4-acres of parkland near the historic town of Saumur. A lovely base to explore the region from.

For a B&B

• Chateau La Touanne is a 19th-century B&B and one of the most charming chateaux in the Loire Valley. Elegant, chintzy and chic - the rooms are colourful and furnished with oil paintings. Set within miles and miles of ancient parkland and forestry - families will love the self-catering cottage and the outdoor swimming pool.
• Simple and chic Chateau de La Garnison lies in the outskirts of Nantes. Exposed stone walls feature bold modern artwork. Some of the chic, airy rooms sleep up to 4, and there are bikes for hire - great for both sightseeing and relaxation.
• Chateau de Forges is a medieval castle and an atmospheric stay. Interiors feature aged wooden beams and exposed stone walls. The rooms of this romantic B&B are furnished with antiques, heavy drapes and four-poster beds, while the vaulted cellar spa is a luxurious added touch.

For great value

• Chateau de Pray is amazing value for money. Not only does this charming 13th-century Loire Valley chateau boast a Michelin-star restaurant, but it sits in 12 acres of parkland, complete with a swimming pool and tennis courts. The elegant rooms are tastefully adorned with furniture dating back to the Renaissance - heavy drapes and four-poster beds. The ultimate country escape.
• Chateau de La Bourdaisiere is a chic boutique property boasting tapestry-patterned wallpaper and exposed wooden beams. Complete with tennis courts, 15km of forestry to explore, landscaped gardens and a swimming pool - you get a lot for your money here.

For family

• Chateau Des Briottieres offers spacious family-sized suites, an outdoor swimming pool, and a children's playpark. This 18th-century chateau nestling in 50 hectares of parkland has been in the same family for six generations, and it's like stepping into a period drama. Expect Baroque rooms with original plasterwork, adorned with oil paintings, glistening chandeliers, billiards and fireplaces. A characterful stay.
• Chateau des Grotteaux is a charming, family-orientated chateau. Interiors have a vintage-chic feel while it also suits families well with plenty of space, ancient outhouses to explore, tennis courts and an outdoor pool.
• Chateau de Beauvois is the ultimate family getaway in the Loire Valley. Set in stunning gardens with ancient stone sculptures, enjoy elegant rooms with gilded furniture, a big pool, and wine tasting for the perfect family adventure.

For a country escape

• Chateau de Maubreuil is an impressive white chateau surrounded by ancient trees. The interiors are equally grand with gilded bed heads and deep bathtubs, plus there is an award-winning restaurant and a spa. Dotted around the garden are striking contemporary scultpures. An indulgent rural escape.
• Set in the grounds of the spectacular UNESCO-listed Chateau de Chambord, Relais de Chambord, is a luxurious rural escape. Interiors are stylish and contemporary - but the design remains inspired by the historic location. Spend days horse riding, walking, or cycling - countryside perfection.

For foodies

• Chateau de Beaulieu in Tours, is a foodie’s dream weekend escape. With a cosy, charming atmosphere and a spa for ultimate relaxation, the highlight is its fine dining restaurant and impressive wine cellar featuring over 350 vintages!
• Les Sources de Cheverny is a beautifully renovated chateau boasting fresh modern design and enormous rooms and suites (some of which are stand-alone). A wood-clad indoor pool and spa ensure relaxation while the two restaurants, which use local produce to create modern French cuisine, are worthy of the trip alone.

For couples

• Chateau de Perreux is an impressive setup, perched on a hill and surrounded by two stone towers. Everything about this early 18th-century castle is primed for intimacy with award-winning cuisine, smart rooms, and a pool reachable only by a secret underground passageway!
• Chateau de Noirieux sits in a village just outside of Anges. Complete with a garden maze, an outdoor swimming pool, bicycles to hire and tennis courts - this property has it all. While individually styled rooms feature chandeliers, antiques and fireplaces. Downstairs there's an atmospheric bar - a romantic choice.
• Chateau de Noizay scores highly with couples. This grand 4-star is a romantic retreat of epic proportions. The elegant rooms are furnished in a chic Renaissance style. Set in 24 hectares of parkland filled with a pool and tennis courts. Plus there's even a helicopter for a romantic ride for two.
• Chateau de la Celle-Guenand is perfect for couples. In the heart of a medieval village, this historic B&B chateau in the Loire Valley is complete with turrets and towers. Elegant rooms are furnished with heavy, chintzy drapes and antiques, period furniture and old fireplaces. A romantic, affordable and intimate stay.

For self-catering

• Saint Victor La Grand Maison is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful chateaux in the Loire Valley. A turreted, ivy-clad, 16th-century mansion set in woodlands. Families and couples alike will love the self-catering gîtes on offer, the welcome baskets of local produce, the 400-year-old oak trees, the river, and the swimming pool. French countryside perfection.
• Chateau de Nazelles is a lovely option for families. A 16th-century chateau surrounded by vineyards. The rooms are rustic-chic (exposed brickwork; white furnishings) and families can book the self-catering lodge that sleeps up to 5. Relax in the outdoor pool, explore the 6 hectares of gardens, or hire a hotel boat and gently float down the river!

Still not sure which to book?

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