We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Amboise, France. We have also included hotels in beautiful country residences, old châteaus, old manor houses, mansions, historic properties, country estates, countryside "manoir"-s, chalets, monasteries, resorts 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 March 2024.
Romantic. Nice surroundings. Château de la Bourdaisière is a 15th-century castle offering spacious and refined bed and breakfast rooms and apartments, as well as an on-site restaurant and bar. A large heated seasonal outdoor swimming-pool is also available at the property. Enjoy a game of tennis or simply enjoy the pleasure of staying at this French castle in the heart of the Loire Valley. Château De La Bourdaisière is set in a 140-acre park located an hour from Paris on the TGV (France's high-speed train). A continental breakfast is served daily. Veretz-Montlouis Train Station is located a 5-minute drive and Tours city centre is 14 km away, while Amboise is 15 km from the property.Show full description
Everything about this mansion hotel is EXCEPTIONAL! The castle’s grounds are excellent, including a forest with trails, a long swimming pool, and a tennis court. In addition, the on-site restaurant serves delicious food.
Unique. Cosy rooms. The Chateau des Arpentis is located in the Loire Valley, in a 30-hectare park. The chateau offers rooms with views over the park and free Wi-Fi internet access. The Chateau des Arpentis is close to a number of tourist sites including the Pagode de Chanteloup, Chenonceaux Castle and the miniature castles park. The hotel also has a large outdoor swimming pool and terrace, and guests have free access to laundry facilities. It is 10 minutes by car to the centre of Amboise.Show full description
Based on my research, this is one of the most WELL DESIGNED small hotels in Loire Valley. It also has a lovely outdoor pool, comfortable loungers everywhere, and excellent self-catering facilities. I really like this place!
Charming. Superb breakfast. Château de Nazelles Amboise is a guest house set in a 16th-century manor. Part of the Chateaux-de-la-Loire region, it features an outdoor swimming pool enclosed by original stone walls. The rooms at Château de Nazelles Amboise offer views of the Loire valley or the 6-hectare garden. All have private bathrooms with amenities, a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Guests are invited to enjoy the continental breakfast in the large dining room with windows looking out onto the grounds. The lounge features a pool table a TV and internet access. Some guests may choose to visit Amboise, 2.5 km from the residence or Château de Chenonceau, a 16 km drive away. Private parking is available in the courtyard.Show full description
Château de Nazelles Amboise is a historic castle turned hotel. The cozy rooms have a rustic-chic style and stunning views. What makes it unique are the troglodyte caves, adding a touch of history.
Lovely property. Great location. Popular among couples. Charming residence in the heart of the Loire Valley Castles, “LE MANOIR LES MINIMES” is located in an exceptional setting with its view of the Royal “Château d'Amboise” overlooking the river. They are also equipped with air conditioning and satellite TV. After several months of embellishment work, this listed 18th century building was completely renovated in 2021 to offer you a new Luxury offer in a preserved but redesigned setting, combining services and comfort, with 21st century technology. Built on the foundations of the former medieval monastery of the Minimes Monks, this hotel establishment with 13 unique rooms and 2 suites are spread over 2 buildings (Le Manoir and L'Annexe called Le Pavillon des Roses, located 40 meters in front of the Manor), now offers a new atypical catering "LES MINIMES GOURMETS" in the form of a “Grocery-Bistro” allowing you to eat on site in complete security, either in the bedroom, in the dining room or on the sunny terrace overlooking the Château Royal d'Amboise. Most of the rooms have a bathroom with a shower. All bathrooms come with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. Accompanied by our team, you can help yourself at any time of the day in the boutique area, where delicacies and carefully selected local wines will be self-service. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
Le Manoir Les Minimes is a beautiful 5-star hotel in Amboise, Loire Valley. It has stunning views of the Royal Château of Amboise and a rich history, being built on the site of a medieval convent.
Beach front location. Luxurious. Surrounded by a tree-lined 12 acre park, this elegant château dates from 1701 and is situated in Nazelles-Négron, at the heart of the Loire Valley and 3.9 km from Amboise Castle and Clos Lucé Mansion. Château de Perreux, The Originals Collection features a heated outdoor swimming pool, a river with canoes available to borrow, hammocks and lounge chairs. The spacious south-facing guest rooms feature a mix of contemporary décor and antique furniture. They all offer views of the park. A traditional French breakfast with fresh croissants, homemade jam and honey from the local beehives is served daily, and in winter, guests can enjoy breakfast by the fireplace. Evening meals made with seasonal local produce and vegetables from the garden are available with a daily menu that can be adapted according to your preferences. Free parking is provided on site and popular activities in the area include cycling, canoeing and wine-tasting in the nearby vineyards. The château is 25 km from Saint-Pierre-des-Corps TGV Train Station.Show full description
A beautiful ancient castle set on the everlasting green grounds with a lovely swimming pool and plenty of outdoor lounge seating. The rooms have an excellent combination of old and new facilities, and the ability to have an al-fresco breakfast is a nice touch.
Luxurious. Friendly staff. Les Hauts de Loire is located in Onzain, a 20-minute drive from Amboise Castle and 20 km from Blois. This manor house offers a helicopter landing pad and a 3-hectare fishing pond in its 70-hectare park. The rooms and suites at Hauts de Loire are decorated in an elegant style and include views of the park. Each one also features an en suite bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Both a continental and American-style breakfast are available in the grand dining room or on the terrace. You may also choose to dine in the restaurant, which serves gastronomic-style dishes. Free Wi-Fi is available in the entire property and free private parking is provided on site. Local activities include wine tasting in the surrounding vineyards or driving the 35 km to Château de Chenonceau.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most LUXURIOUS luxury hotel in Amboise.
Historic. Friendly staff. This manor is located near the Château d'Amboise. It offers a large outdoor swimming pool with a terrace and sun beds. The large rooms and suites are air-conditioned and feature a traditional decoration. Each has satellite TV, a minibar and a telephone, and the bathrooms are complete with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Free Wi-Fi access is available on site. The Saint Thomas is 30 minutes by from Tours and 45 minutes from Blois. Free private parking is provided at Le Manoir Saint Thomas, making it easy to discover the Loire Valley by car.Show full description
Elegant. Great location. Popular among couples. Housed in a mansion dating from the 17th century, Le Clos d'Amboise is surrounded by a large landscaped garden in the heart of Amboise. Guests have free access to the heated outdoor pool open in summer and there is also a sauna. Free private parking is provided at Le Clos d'Amboise, making it easy to explore the nearby towns and their castles. Chaumont Castle is a 20-minute drive away. It offers elegantly decorated rooms complete with a minibar, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and air conditioning. Most room offer views of the garden, while they all have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A buffet breakfast is prepared every morning at this hotel, and it can be taken on the terrace during summer. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or a regional meal in the restaurant. Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's last residence, is now a museum that is only 1 km from this hotel.Show full description
Beach front location. Cosy. Nice SPA. This former royal residence is located in Chissay-en-Touraine, 5.6 km from the Château de Chenonceau. It offers free Wi-Fi at reception and in public areas and in all rooms. The spacious rooms offer a view of the park, the courtyard or the castle entrance. Each room has unique furniture and features such as exposed beams. A private bathroom comes with a bathrobe and slippers. Some rooms located in the reception wing are accessible by elevator. The Château de Chissay offers a buffet breakfast each morning. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the comfort of your room at no additional cost. In the evening, Loire Valley cuisine and local wines are served in the Gothic-style dining room of the Table du Roy restaurant. Our establishment has a 72 M² swimming pool heated to 29°C Montrichard is 4 km from the Château de Chissay and Amboise is 17 km away. Free parking is available on site.Show full description
Château de Chissay is a one-of-a-kind hotel and restaurant set in a 15th-century castle. It has uniquely designed rooms and suites, each with its own style. Located in the picturesque village of Chissay-en-Touraine, it is near the renowned Chenonceau castle.
Close to beach front. Delightful property. Stunning pool facilities. Built by Louis XI in 1465, Château de Jallanges & Spa is located between Tours (12km) and Amboise (10km), in the heart of the Loire Valley Châteaux route and amidst the Vouvray vineyards, just 10 km from the TGV station (Paris/Tours in 55 minutes) and 9 km from the A10 motorway. On site, you'll love the large indoor swimming pool in an 11th-century cellar, the Hammam, sauna, Spa and sensory shower, as well as the tennis court, billiards room, gym and outdoor pool (in season). A hearty buffet breakfast is served, with jams, homemade honey, pastries and Vouvray from the estate. One hour of Spa per day is included in the room rate. All the attractive and very comfortable rooms are en suite and offer a view of the gardens. Château de Jallanges boasts a renaissance garden with rose garden, a chapel and is suitable for all types of receptions. Couples particularly appreciate the location and quality of this establishment. They give it a score of 8.9 for a stay for two.Show full description
Chateau de Jallanges is a historic hotel located in a 15th-century chateau. It has a Renaissance-style garden and stunning views of the vineyards. The chateau is filled with beautiful furniture and has both indoor and outdoor pools.
Great views. Popular among couples. Located in Amboise on the banks of the river, Hôtel Le Choiseul is composed of 3 18th-century residences. Rooms have a view over the gardens or the Loire River and free Wi-Fi access. Guests at the Hôtel Le Choiseul can benefit from access to an outdoor swimming pool. This is open from 01 May to 30 September. At the hotel restaurant, overlooking the river or the gardens, guests can enjoy gourmet regional cuisine. The hotel wine cellar holds many fine wines, especially from the Loire region.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. This 19th-century chateau is located in a large park with an outdoor swimming pool and tennis courts. Domaine de la Tortinière is located in Veigné, a 10-minute drive from Tours. Each guest room and suite at Domaine de la Tortinière is fitted with antique furniture and has a private bathroom. Some have views of the Indre River. The property's restaurant serves gastronomic cuisine in the dining room, overlooking the river and the pool, or on the outdoor terrace.Show full description
A beautiful family-owned castle set in a beautiful park with delicious dinner options, a very comfortable room, and a lovely swimming pool. The interior design of the lobby is AMAZING, and there are plenty of lounge seatings to enjoy the tranquillity.
Historic. Good breakfast. Built in the 12th century, the Commanderie de Ballan is a “château hotel” located in the middle of an area of several hectares 15 minutes from Tours. It is an ideal holiday resort for discovering the castles of the Loire. In a magnificent green setting, you can stay in the castle where the comfortable rooms decorated in a traditional and luxurious style will remind you of those of the most emblematic castles in the region. A stay at the Commanderie is an invitation to disconnect: the estate is equipped with a magnificent heated swimming pool in the middle of a clearing, and a Nordic bath is at your disposal in our forest. Our houses and lodges, one of which has a private swimming pool, will also perfectly accommodate your weekends and holidays with family or friends. Finally, our duplexes in the former stables, all equipped with a kitchenette and each with a private terrace, are perfect for enjoying a completely independent stay in a relaxing setting. Our team will also be happy to offer you a wide range of services: packed lunch (breakfast, brunch, picnic, boards, etc.), massages, yoga classes, chef at home, bike rental organization of tastings local wines or all your excursions. The estate is equipped with free and secure parking (car and bicycle).Show full description
It might be one of the most beautiful and luxurious mansions in Loire Valley, with fantastic in-room facilities and delicious breakfast served in the former castle kitchen. It also has an excellent swimming pool, which is a great addition during the summer.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. The Relais des Landes is a XVIIth-century mansion located south of Bois in the Loire Valley. It offers free Wi-Fi internet access and a covered and heated swimming pool from March to November. All of the rooms at the Relais are individually decorated and have a private bath, radio, flat-screen TV and a mini-bar. All of them look out on to the 20-hectare park surrounding the hotel. In the Closerie, the hotel’s restaurant, you can dine on traditional cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients. Dishes can be made for your dietary requirements and children’s meals are available. Meals can be enjoyed on the veranda or in the traditional dining room with its fireplace and view of the Loire Valley. The property is 33 km from Beauval Zoo.Show full description
Relais Des Landes is a charming hotel located in Ouchamps. It is set on 14 hectares of beautiful gardens and is housed in an 18th-century mansion, giving it a historical and elegant ambiance.
Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Pavillon des Lys is located in the centre of Amboise a 5-minute walk from the Amboise Chateau among the castles of the Loire Valley. Golf de Fleuray is a 20 minute drive away. Guests can explore the attractions in Amboise including the Aquarium du Val de Loire, the Mini Castle Park and the Château Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's last residence. The terrace offers views over the park and free Wi-Fi access is available. Each Pavillon des Lys room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Decorated in a mix of contemporary furnishings and antique objects, the rooms have a claw-foot bath in the bathrooms.Show full description
This is likely one of the most ELEGANT small hotels in Amboise. It also has super comfortable beds.
Charming. Gorgeous surroundings. Surrounded by a 35-hectare park, the 15th-century Château de Razay welcomes you near the famous Loire Valley castles. It offers charming rooms, a heated outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi in the lounges of the main castle. The main building at the Château de Razay features elegant single or double rooms designed for ultimate comfort. The Château de Razay also offers fully equipped wooden chalets. Spend your days making the most of the heated outdoor swimming pool. You will also enjoy exploring the park, where you will find many animals. Free private parking is provided at the Château de Razay and Montpoupon is 1 km away. A quality restaurant is available at diner time . Show full description
Based on my research this is the most PEACEFUL small hotel in Amboise. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Charming. Friendly staff. Hotel Au Charme Rabelaisien is a charming 18th-century hotel nestled in the historical heart of the city of Amboise. Make sure you also take the time to relax in the heated, outdoor swimming pool or on the sun terrace. The spacious rooms with antique furniture are a haven of tranquility and provide a great feeling of relaxation in a warm atmosphere. Both rooms are equipped with high-standard bathrooms (jet showers, bathtubs, etc.) A wellness area with hot tub and sauna available at the property. Free WiFi is provided throughout. Parking is possible on site with an extra cost, and bicycle storage is also available.Show full description
Chateau D’Artigny is an 18th century-style château located in the heart of the Loire Valley, 15 km from Tours. It offers luxury accommodation with a spa, pool and gastronomic restaurant. Set within a 25 hectare park, guest rooms are situated in the castle, the Ariane Pavillion or the Frangrance House. Guests have access to Chateau D’Artigny’s spa facilities, including a sauna, hot tub and hamman. They have fine antique furnishings. The hotel’s restaurant serves gourmet regional cuisine using locally-sourced produce. The 2 dining rooms feature marble floors and gilded pillars. There is also a tennis courts. Chateau D'Artigny offers cooking classes and wine tasting, as well as a range of beauty treatments. Free on-site parking is provided.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Renovated 18th century farmhouse 6 km from Amboise in the heart of the vineyards and castles of the Loire, family atmosphere and friendly. Restoration is only possible for our hotel guests. The Auberge offers you «Chilean» to relax after your day of visit and a shaded pergola for your relaxation your reading or to enjoy with friends family local drinks in the garden During your stay you will visit Amboise and its royal castle, the last residence of Leonardo da Vinci (the Clos Lucé), Château Gaillard (the most Italian of the Loire castles), Chenonceau, the Domaine de Chaumont and its International Garden Festival… the markets of Amboise on Friday and Sunday. The Auberge is an ideal base to welcome you during your stay with family or friends to discover the castles of the Loire, its cellars, its vineyards without forgetting its cheeses ( st Maure, Valençay, Couronne Lochoise….) . consult our menu of ready-to-eat jars in the restaurant section Some rooms are equipped with built-in kitchenette (sink, hood, electric hob, refrigerator with freezer compartment, crockery, coffee machine with capsules, kettle) This specific equipment allows you to be completely autonomous and to be independent. We are at your disposal for the service of your breakfast on the terrace or in room. The hotel has free WIFI for some of a suite with dining area, sofa bed 140, 2 TVs, terrace A large private parking is at your disposal. We provide you with a private garage for your bikes, a playground for your motorcycles as well as access for a repair or a small cleaning. For walkers and walkers walking tours-you are offered: reflections of the Ligerian heritage, facades and alleys at the heart of the city. For cyclists different circuits to the heart of the vineyards, on the banks of the Loire in the forest and many other discoveries, not to mention the wine route for bikers. The Loire Valley is the largest French site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2000, from Sully sur Loire (Centre region) to Chalonnes (Pays de la Loire region) 280km. The wonders of the Renaissance have a fusion link with their rivers Loire, Cher or Indre. Show full description
Beach front location. Cosy. Great restaurant. The Logis Le Fleuray is an 18th-century hotel-restaurant, located in peaceful countryside. It is close to the historic towns of Amboise, Blois, Tours, and Châteaux de la Loire. Bedrooms of Logis Le Fleuray are comfortable and have double beds or twin beds. Some rooms have a terrace overlooking a swimming pool. Logis Le Fleuray also features a restaurant that serves gastronomic French cuisine and a selection of local and regional wines.Show full description
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