We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Albi, France. We have also included hotels in historic properties, historic villas, old châteaus, mansions, chalets, palaces, beautiful country residences and french "relais" (mansions). Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated December 2023.
Cosy. Great value. La Réserve is set in former noble residence on the banks of the Tarn River in a large park. It offers an outdoor swimming pool with panoramic views of the river, which is surrounded by sun loungers. La Réserve offers comfortable rooms with a refined decoration. A selection of gastronomic-style regional cuisine is served in the air-conditioned dining room or on the terrace. From the Réserve you can explore the town of Albi with the Toulouse-Lautrec museum, cathedral and stroll around the Gaillac vineyards following the Bastides circuit.Show full description
It has hosted the Queen Mother of England and is located by the Tarn River, providing stunning views. With its medieval charm and World Heritage site status, it offers a unique and relaxing atmosphere.
Luxurious. Lovely surroundings. Featuring pool with a view and views of lake, Domaine de La Monestarié is a guest house situated in a historic building in Bernac, 13 km from Toulouse-Lautrec Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 13 km from Albi Cathedral. Mauriac Castle is 10 km from the guest house, while Albi Florentin Golf Course is 11 km away. There is a restaurant serving French cuisine, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The units in the guest house are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and bathrobes, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a balcony. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available daily at the guest house. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at Domaine de La Monestarié can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at the accommodation, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. An indoor play area is also available at Domaine de La Monestarié, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Castres-Mazamet, 63 km from Domaine de La Monestarié, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be the most luxurious guest house in Albi.
Lovely property. Located in the heart of the Gaillac Vineyard, Château de Salettes dates back to the 13th and 15th centuries and features air-conditioned rooms with views of the Tarn countryside. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace with sun loungers. Chateau-de-Mauriac is 1 km away and the fortified town of Cordes-sur-Ciel is a 15-minute drive away. At an extra cost, you can enjoy a well-being centre which features a sauna, hot tub, massages and various treatments. All rooms are spacious and decorated in a contemporary style. Satellite TV, free Wi-Fi access, air conditioning and a minibar are provided in each of the guest rooms. Private bathrooms include a bathtub and a hairdryer. A cooked breakfast is offered daily and evening meals, prepared with traditional, regional produce are available at Château de Salettes's gastronomic restaurant upon prior booking. In the summer, guests can dine outside on the terrace, which offers views of the vineyards. Every evening, at 18:30, a wine tasting is offered. Free Wi-Fi access is available from the public areas of Château de Salettes. Free parking is provided for those exploring the Midi-Pyrénées region by car. Albi is 25 km away.Show full description
Château de Salettes is a charming medieval chateau nestled in a picturesque vineyard and sunflower field. The hosts provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making guests feel at home.
Great location. This Mercure hotel is on the banks of the Tarn River and offers 56 rooms in the city centre, near the Pont Neuf (bridge) and Sainte Cécile Cathedral Mercure Albi Bastides is set in a former watermill dating back to 1770. It offers cosy and modern accommodation in a building that has retained all of its original charm. Set 500 meters from the Berbie Palace and museums, the hotel features a bar, a restaurant serving regional cuisine and 3 meeting rooms for up to 30 people.Show full description
Mercure Albi Bastides is a charming hotel situated in an 18th-century water mill. It provides stunning views of the river and the old city. The historic building and unique location make it distinct from other hotels nearby.
Beautiful. Great views. Boasting pool with a view and views of pool, Château de Tauzies, The Originals Relais is an aparthotel set in a historic building in Gaillac, 23 km from Albi Cathedral. The property has garden views and is 23 km from Toulouse-Lautrec Museum and 7.6 km from Mauriac Castle. Outdoor play equipment is also available at Château de Tauzies, The Originals Relais, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Castres-Mazamet Airport, 62 km from Château de Tauzies, The Originals Relais. The aparthotel offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Units are equipped with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchenette fitted with an oven. At the aparthotel, all units include a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. A selection of options including fresh pastries, fruits and juice is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. As an added convenience, the aparthotel offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. The area is popular for walking tours, and bike hire is available at this 4-star aparthotel. Albi Florentin Golf Course is 17 km from the accommodation, while Albi Golf Course is 23 km from the property.Show full description
Delightful property. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. L’Ancienne Auberge dates from the 17th century and is located 2 km from the National Forest of Grésigne, you will be welcomed there by a couple of hoteliers Greg and Sophie. The hostel has its own restaurant with its chef Greg who offers traditional and friendly cuisine with fresh, local products from organic farming. Finally, you can taste Sophie's pastries! Uniquely decorated, all rooms feature views of the countryside or village, a TV and telephone, while some offer a four-poster bed, exposed beams and a seating area. They are complete with an en suite bathroom. A breakfast made with local and often organic products is available every morning and is served in the stone-walled dining room or on the terrace. The cities of Albi and Montauban are 45 km away and hiking, canoeing and biking activities can be found in the area. The hotel is ideally situated 28 km from the A68 motorway and free parking is available on site.Show full description
L'Ancienne Auberge is a charming, historic inn located in the hilltop village of Puycelci. It provides a unique and authentic experience with beautifully decorated rooms, some with four-poster beds and exposed beams.
Very stylish. Superb breakfast. The Renaissance is housed in a 17th-century mansion in central Castres. It offers air-conditioned rooms with traditional and antique furnishings. Each room also has a private bathroom and TV. Free Wi-Fi internet is available and guests of the Renaissance can relax with a free newspaper and a drink in the hotel’s large lounge and bar. A continental buffet breakfast is served every morning in the hotel dining room. The Hôtel Renaissance is situated in the Triangle d'Or, just 150 metres from Castres Cathedral and 200 metres from the historic buildings along the Agout River. Guests can find many restaurants nearby.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most WELL DESIGNED AND STYLISH small hotels in Albi. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
Beach front location. Charming. Great restaurant. Set in the rural Aveyron countryside, in the village Plaisance-sur-Rance, Les Magnolias is a charming, small and historic hotel. Guests can relax in one of its two outdoor terraces shaded by two giant magnolia trees or along the heated and covered outdoor swimming pool. The UNESCO ancient town of Albi is just 40 km away and two of the "Most beautiful villages of France", Brousse Le Chateau and Peyre are within easy reach of Plaisance. At Les Magnolias each room has a private bathroom and features a desk, cupboard, satellite television, small refrigerator and a hairdryer. Most rooms have access to Wi-Fi and either have air-conditioning or are naturally cool. A buffet breakfast is served each day from 08:00 to 09:30 at extra cost. The hotel's restaurant is open each day for lunch and dinner except for Saturday lunch, Sunday dinner and Monday. The a la carte menu is accompanied by the "menu du jour" and "menu du soir" during the week. The cuisine at Les Magnolias can be described as "gourmand" and is home-made. The chef tries her best to maximise the use of local, fresh and seasonal products. The restaurant has become increasingly popular to both its local and international clientele. Reservations are essential. High quality racing, hybrid and electric bikes and accompanying road maps for casual to serious cyclists can be rented at the hotel. Canoeing is available just 8 km away on the Tarn river. The Millau Bridge and Roquefort cheese caves are only a one-hour drive from the property.Show full description
Beach front location. Highly elegant. Amazing pool. Set amongst beautiful woodlands, this charming 19th century guesthouse is just a 10-minute drive from Castres. It is set in a beautiful park and features an outdoor swimming pool. All the rooms at Le Castelet are equipped with a fireplace and ensuite facilities. Located in the Tarn region, Le Castelet is conveniently situated just 5km from Castres train station. They all have views over the park. Facilities at the guesthouse include a TV lounge, a library and a billiards room. Guests can relax in the swimming pool, in the lush gardens or on the terrace. Upon prior reservation, guests can enjoy evening meals at the property. Free private parking is available onsite.Show full description
Located just 16 km from Toulouse-Lautrec Museum, Villa Mas offers accommodation in Cestayrols with access to an open-air bath, a garden, as well as full-day security. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Albi Cathedral is 20 km from the accommodation, while Mauriac Castle is 5.6 km away. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring views of the mountain, all units in the property come with private entrance and a pool with a view. Guests can have wine or champagne and fruits delivered to their room. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including fresh pastries, pancakes and fruits is served for the continental breakfast. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast provides an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, hiking and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and Villa Mas can arrange a bicycle rental service. The nearest airport is Castres-Mazamet, 66 km from Villa Mas, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Located in Puylaurens, this hotel is composed of 3 buildings, built from the 13th-century to the 18th-century. It offers an outdoor pool and a terrace with panoramic views over the countryside. Cap de Castel features a restaurant with a terrace and a large open fireplace. With free public parking on site, the Cap de Castel is 22 km from the town of Castres and 55 km from Toulouse and Albi. Guest rooms are stylishly decorated, some with a typical Provencal décor. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms have a private bathroom including a hairdryer and L'Occitane en Provence toiletries. It serves traditional French cuisine using fresh local produce in the evenings. A buffet breakfast is served every morning. Massages are available upon request at the reception. Free Wi-Fi access is also available throughout the hotel.Show full description
Albirondack is surrounded by greenery just 2 km from the centre of Albi. It offers lodge and chalet style accommodation, a wellness centre and free private parking. The individual chalets at Albirondack Camping Lodge & Spa are equipped with a private bathroom and terrace or balcony. Each chalet has a kitchenette, providing guests with dining flexibility. There is also an unusual lodge on stilts that overlooks the forest. Albirondack’s restaurant serves traditional French cuisine in a cathedral-type dining room where guests can dine next to the fireplace. Guests can enjoy al fresco meals on the terrace during nice weather. lbirondack Park wellness centre features a balneotherapy area (reserved for people over 14 years of age) with spa, sauna and hammam, as well as an outdoor heated swimming pool accessible to all, and for free . Activities nearby include golf and hiking. Activities such as water aerobics are offered in July and August. You may also choose to use the hiking path and walk through the woods to the cathedral in Albi, 3 km away.Show full description
Charming. Great location. Featuring pool with a view and views of garden, Cuq en Terrasses is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Cuq-Toulza, 34 km from Castres Exhibition Centre. The air-conditioned accommodation is 42 km from Diagora Convention Centre. There is a restaurant serving French cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the bed and breakfast, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and oven. Every unit includes a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a terrace and some have pool views. The units include a private bathroom, bathrobes and bed linen. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available. The bed and breakfast boasts a variety of wellness options, including spa facilities, an open-air bath and yoga classes. You can play billiards, table tennis and tennis at Cuq en Terrasses, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Toulouse Stadium is 43 km from the accommodation, while Goya Museum is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Castres-Mazamet, 38 km from Cuq en Terrasses, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Cuq en Terrasses is a charming 18th-century hotel in Cuq-Toulza. It stands out with its beautiful terraced garden and warm family welcome. The hotel offers a peaceful retreat with an outdoor pool and rustic dining area.
Great value. Popular among couples. Belle Rive is located in the gorges of Aveyron just 2 km from Najac. It is beside the Aveyron river and offers great views of Najac Castle. Each room in this Logis hotel has a bathtub or shower and is equipped with a TV and telephone. Belle Rive’s restaurant serves traditional French cuisine and regional wines. Guests can enjoy their meals on the terrace. The hotel has a swimming pool and tennis court for guests’ use. Free private parking for cars and motorbikes is available.Show full description
Set in a valley, surrounded by a 1-hectare park with trees, the guest house Chambre d'Hôtes Au Jardin Des Saveurs is at the foot of the hilltop town of Cordes-sur-Ciel and has a view over the Gaillac vineyards. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and shaded terrace, while enjoying regional, gourmet cuisine. Each room has a private bathroom and satellite TV. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Chambre d'Hôtes Au Jardin Des Saveurs’s restaurant, Cuisinerie Gourmande, serves cuisine made from local ingredients. The dining room features original woodwork and a large fireplace. The guest house is surrounded by a park with hundred-year-old cedars. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
Close to beach front. Great value. A 15th-century castle set 3 km from L'Honor-de-Cos and 8 km from Montauban, Château de Loubéjac offers a seasonal outdoor pool, a tennis court and free Wi-Fi access in the public areas. Breakfast includes homemade jams, homemade pies, cheese and ham. Toulouse is 45km from the castle and Blagnac Airport is 35km away. Guests can enjoy traditional French cuisine and regional dishes. The rooms are individually decorated and each has a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and hairdryer. Some rooms have a pool view. There is a golf course 3 km away from Château de Loubéjac and guests can go canoeing in the Gorges de l'Aveyron 40km away. There is a private car park at the property.Show full description
This small hotel has a great beach front location, lovely pool facilities and a great SPA.
Offering garden views, La Bastide d'Albignac in Le Dourn provides accommodation, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a bar and a shared lounge. The property has pool and river views, and is 38 km from Toulouse-Lautrec Museum. The guest house offers mountain views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available. Some units in the guest house have private entrance and are fitted with desk and outdoor furniture. Units come with a kettle, while some rooms also feature a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a fridge. All units feature a wardrobe. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available every morning at the guest house. Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, cocktails and high tea. You can play billiards and table tennis at La Bastide d'Albignac, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation, while walking tours can be enjoyed nearby. Albi Cathedral is 39 km from La Bastide d'Albignac. The nearest airport is Rodez - Aveyron Airport, 61 km from the guest house.Show full description
Set in 60 acres of grounds with a tennis court and a fitness centre, Les Hauts de Najac is situated in Najac, not far from Najac Castle and 4 km from Najac train station. Free WiFi is offered. Fitted with a terrace, the units feature a TV and a private bathroom with shower. Some units also have a kitchen equipped with a fridge. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the holiday park. Guests can dine in the air-conditioned restaurant, which serves a variety of French, European and Grill/bbq dishes and also offers vegan and vegetarian options. The restaurant offers a view over the forest. Guests can make use of the sauna and hammam. During summer holidays, a club is available for children aged from 3 months to 17 years old. There is also a mini-golf course and a billiards table and entertainment for adults is provided free of charge. The site features nest boxes for local bird species. The nearest airport is Rodez - Aveyron Airport, 72 km from the property.Show full description
Historic. Great restaurant. Popular among couples. Located in a 12th-century castle, this hotel offers panoramic views of the Millau Viaduct and the Tarn Valley. It has a heated outdoor pool and you can enjoy local cuisine and wines. A buffet breakfast is served each morning in the castle's dining room, while meals are served in the 12th-century vaulted cellar of Château de Creissels. Some rooms have a contemporary style, while others are elegantly decorated with high ceilings, wooden floors and fireplaces. You can consult the description for each type of room. Each room has a flat screen TV, heating and air conditioning, and some have a balcony with a view of the garden. You can taste Languedoc wine. Packed lunches are available upon reservation. Located in the Grands Causses park, this hotel is opposite the church of Creissels. The center of Millau is 2 km away and free private parking is available on site. The restaurant is open in the evening from Tuesday to Sunday. It is closed every Monday. Reservations are recommended.Show full description
Beach front location. Luxurious. Wonderful SPA facilities. Chateau de Labro is 5 minutes from Grand Rodez Golf Club. It offers a swimming pool in the orchard, a vineyard and a traditional kitchen. Chateau de Labro also offers a tree-house hut finely decorated and furnished. Guests can relax in the Chateau's spa centre, which includes a hot tub and sauna, and offers a range of body and beauty treatments. All of the elegantly decorated rooms are fitted with classic furniture. They all have private bathroom. Some are fitted with a Balneo bathtub. It looks out over the orchard and has en suite facilities. The daily breakfast is served in a fully restored barn furnished with antiques. It can be enjoyed fireside or in the interior garden.Show full description
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