The 20 Best Loire Valley Chateau Hotels (2025)

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. Many also offer a high-end dining experience, showcasing the best of the region's produce. 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 parkland and sprawling forests, making them perfect for family breaks, romantic escapes, or simply a peaceful retreat into nature.

For luxury

• Chateau Louise de la Valliere is an opulent château, set on a 13th-century estate in the Loire Valley, that epitomises luxury. With regal interiors featuring gilded mirrors, velvet chairs, and frescoed ceilings, it offers guests a lavish experience. Indulge in gourmet dining, unwind at the spa, and sip cocktails in the cosy bar for a truly elegant stay.

For a B&B

• Chateau de Forges is a medieval castle providing an atmospheric stay. Interiors feature ancient 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.
• Chateau de la Ronde, a 17th-century castle turned luxury B&B, offers a charming and tranquil escape in the Loire Valley. With spacious rooms, contemporary decor, and a seasonal outdoor pool, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing stay. Just a short drive from Saumur, guests can enjoy local restaurants and nearby wine tasting.
• Step into rustic romance at Le Petit Chateau de Sainte Colombe, a 15th-century chateau B&B. With exposed stone walls, wooden beams, and pretty vintage touches, it’s a peaceful escape nestled in dreamy gardens — perfect for slowing down and soaking up the rural charm.

For great value

• Chateau de La Bourdaisiere is a chic boutique property boasting tapestry-patterned wallpaper and exposed wooden beams. Complete with a tennis court, an expansive area of forestry to explore, landscaped gardens and a swimming pool  — you get a lot for your money here.

For families

• 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.

For a country escape

• Chateau de Maubreuil is an impressive white chateau surrounded by ancient trees and a formal garden dotted with striking contemporary sculptures. The interiors are equally grand with gilded bed heads and deep bathtubs, plus there is an award-winning restaurant and a spa. An indulgent rural escape.
• Set in the grounds of the spectacular UNESCO-listed Chateau de Chambord, the Relais de Chambord, offers a luxurious rural escape. Interiors are stylish and contemporary, but the design remains inspired by the historic location. A glamorous choice in a top location.
• La Borde en Sologne is a boutique chateau in the heart of Sologne, offering a country escape that blends timeless charm with modern comforts. Surrounded by 40 hectares of lush grounds, guests can unwind in the organic spa, enjoy seasonal dishes with ingredients picked from the château's garden, and explore scenic cycling and walking trails.
• Step back in time at the 15th-century Chateau de Ternay. With grand four-poster beds, elegant antique decor, and authentic French dining, it’s a dreamy base for exploring wine country, castles and the surrounding area by bike or balloon.
• Chateau de Vauloge is a 15th-century chateau, complete with turrets, a moat, and circular tower rooms. Bursting with character, it’s a cosy and quirky base for countryside adventures near Le Mans.

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. 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.
• Chateau de Pray is perfect for any foodie looking for a relaxing rural getaway. 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. The elegant rooms are tastefully adorned with furniture dating back to the Renaissance, heavy drapes and four-poster beds. The ultimate country escape.
• Live like royalty in Chateau de Marcay, a grand chateau surrounded by vineyards. Savour refined cuisine, indulge in wine tastings, and unwind on the terrace. Cycling, kayaking, and scenic walks on the doorstep make this a true gourmet escape with adventure on the side.

For couples

• Chateau de Noirieux sits in a village just outside Angers. Complete with a garden maze, an outdoor swimming pool, bicycles to hire and tennis courts, this property has it all. Individually styled rooms feature chandeliers, antiques and fireplaces, and 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 whose elegant rooms are furnished in a chic Renaissance style. Set in 24 hectares of parkland including a heated outdoor pool and tennis court. 
• Chateau de L'Epinay is a romantic property offering intimate suites with four-poster beds, luxurious bathrooms, and stunning views. Surrounded by 25 hectares of picturesque grounds, guests can unwind by the outdoor pool, enjoy gourmet French cuisine, and savour wine tasting, making it an idyllic setting for a romantic escape.

For self-catering

• Chateau de Nazelles is a lovely option for families. A 16th-century chateau surrounded by vineyards. The rooms are rustic-chic (think exposed brickwork and 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!

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