The 11 Best Loire Valley Family Hotels

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The Loire Valley makes a great destination for a family holiday. Filled with spectacular chateaux, dotted with historic towns, brimming with famous vineyards, and boasting miles of cycling and hiking trails. Whether you would rather a cultural stay or a rural break, there is plenty to do here for all ages. Better yet, it is easily accessible from Paris making this an ideal option to tag onto a city break. Our Hotel Gurus have scoured the region to bring you a collection of the best Loire Valley family hotels. There is something for everyone here whether you are looking for a stay in a chateau or an authentic B&B or perhaps you are a family of foodies? So why not browse through our collection to start planning your stay?

For a B&B

• Hotel Mirabeau is a comfortable B&B located in central Tours. A traditional townhouse, rooms are spacious and options for families sleep up to five. Laid-back and well-positioned for exploring the Loire Valley. Great value too.
• Le Grand Hotel de L'Abbaye is a lovely riverside abbey B&B set in Beaugency (between Blois and Orleans). Beautiful interiors have really kept the charm of the original building with exposed stone walls and beams, antiques, and rich fabrics. Family suites sleep up to five; a great choice for an historic stay.

For local exploring

• La Croix Blanche is a great value hotel set in a picturesque historic townhouse. Located between Tours and Angers, bang next door to the historic abbey at Fontevraud, and with great cycling opportunities nearby too. With the outdoor pool, relaxed atmosphere, and babysitting options - this is an ideal family stay.
• Le Londres is a beautifully converted 19th-century townhouse set in historic Saumur. The chic individually styled rooms come in a range of sizes including inter-connecting options making this a great choice for a family break exploring Saumur (and beyond).

For a boutique

• Villa C is a chic boutique stay in picturesque Bourges (at the eastern end of the Loire Valley). Rooms are contemporary and smart with large terraces. While the hotel is more suitable to slightly older children, this is a great family option for the local activities from the toy train that runs around town to numerous cycling routes.

For a rural escape

• Hotel Ricordeau is a beautiful ivy-clad country house set in spacious gardens housing a lovely pool. The restaurant serves up exemplary regional dishes while the interior design has a rustic-chic feel. For children, there is a playground and babysitting services and the whole family will enjoy the outdoor activities nearby.
• Le Fleuray is a picturesque country hotel (between Tours and Blois) complete with an excellent restaurant. Charming rooms are traditionally dressed and family suites sleep up to six. With a swimming pool, massages, and a golf course next door - there's plenty to keep everyone entertained.
• Le Relais des Landes boasts a spectacular location set within a UNESCO park, surrounded by vineyards to the south of Blois. The striking manor house has been beautifully renovated and boasts a large pool, family suites, and even log cabins (which children will love). The perfect country escape.
• Historic Chateau le Prieure is a real has-it-all hotel. With gorgeous and grand traditional interiors, a gourmet restaurant and endless activities on offer. Surrounded by parkland and offering spectacular views, this is a perfect base to explore the region from or simply hideout at and get some quality family time. Located right on the river, just outside Saumur.

For a gîte

• Saint Victor La Grande Maison is a stunning 16th-century mansion in 35 acres of wooded grounds. Choose from a grand traditional room within the main property or one of the four gîtes within the grounds. The table d’hôtes is worthy of booking alone. A luxurious country escape.

For foodies

• Domaine des Hauts de Loire is a grand 19th-century former hunting lodge between Tours and Blois, which boasts a spectacular two-star Michelin restaurant. While this doesn't immediately scream child-friendly, the 70-acres of parkland to cycle and run around in and the kids club, that run through the holidays, make this an idyllic family escape.

Still not sure which to book?

• If you still can’t see what you want why not browse through our collection of the best wine hotels in the Loire Valley
• Alternatively, expand your search to include all our properties in the Loire Valley.
• Or contact a friendly guru for advice.

  • Hotel Mirabeau, Tours Tours (Loire) 23 rooms from AU$109

    
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    Value chic

    Sights nearby  -  Located in the centre of Tours. Perfect base for exploring the Loire Valley

    Local markets  -  Good for local colour.

    

    Excellently positioned townhouse B&B in downtown Tours. Varying rooms sleep from two up to five. Ideal for groups and families, and great value. See More

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  • La Croix Blanche Fontevraud L'Abbaye (Loire Valley) 24 rooms from AU$139

    
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    Local exploring  -  An excellent base for exploring all that the Loire Valley has to offer from chateaux to bike rides.

    Sights nearby  -  The Royal Abbey of Fontevraud is next door! Loire valley chateaux are within easy reach.

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    Traditional

    

    An unpretentious hotel located in the heart of the Loire Valley between Tours and Angers, bang next door to the historic abbey at Fontevraud. Large suites and cosy family rooms, plus an outdoor pool. The restaurant has relaxed outdoor dining and serves classic french dishes. Good for families. See More

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  • Villa C Bourges 10 rooms from AU$147

    
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    Local exploring  -  Located just ten minutes from all the sights of this historic town, and with a short drive can see vineyards of the region

    Families  -  Take the little train around old town, cycle the outside countryside, pretty gardens and delicious food

    Sights nearby  -  Bourges Cathedral, Palais de Jacques-Coeur

    Great walks  -  Within the lovely Pres-Fichaux Gardens

    

    Recommended by  -  Michelin Travel

    A boutique townhouse hotel in a charming town. Contemporary classic rooms in subtle colours with sophisticated furnishings, large marble bathrooms, and beautiful romantic terraces for breakfast and sunbathing. A luxurious spot, perfect for a couple. See More

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  • Hotel Ricordeau Loué, Loire Valley 13 rooms from AU$155

    
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    Families  -  With babysitting services, a playground and plenty of space to run around there is lots to keep children entertained.

    Country Escape  -  A quaint rural property in a picturesque part of the Loire Valley. Ideal for relaxing holidays away from it all.

    Sights nearby  -  Stroll the historic pretty cobbled streets of Le Mans and visit the Saint-Julien Cathedral.

    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor pool

    

    A charming rural property set in picturesque gardens. Room decor mixes traditional country style with contemporary design. Boasting exemplary regional cuisine in both the restaurant and a bistro. Plenty of outdoor activities in the surrounding area. The ideal spot to unwind in the countryside. See More

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  • Le Fleuray Amboise, Loire Valley 20 rooms from AU$160

    
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    Families

    Sights nearby  -  Borrow one of the free bikes and explore the area on two wheels

    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor heated pool available from spring to autumn

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    

    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays

    Picturesque country hotel with an excellent restaurant. A variety of charming rooms from bedroom, to family suite, to suite, sleeping as many as six. Swimming pool, hot tub, and massage too. A great spot for families, groups of friends, and avid golfers - the course is next door! See More

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  • Le Relais des Landes Ouchamps, Loire Valley 28 rooms from AU$148

    
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    Outstanding location  -  Situated in a UNESCO park.

    Sights nearby  -  Well located for major sights.

    Traditional

    Swimming Pool  -  Indoor/outdoor

    

    Extremely attractive manor house in an outstanding location - a UNESCO heritage site in the middle of the castles and vineyards of the Loire. Rustic-chic rooms with wooden beams and lots of light. Swimming pool, restaurant, and extensive grounds. Ideal for families, groups, local explorers. See More

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  • Saint Victor La Grand Maison Loire Valley 3 rooms from AU$228

    
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    Back to Nature  -  The chateau lies within La Brenne regional park - famous for its lakes, ponds and wildlife

    Sights nearby  -  Futuroscope Theme Park, Poitiers, Brenne regional park, and Argentomagus museum

    Restaurant  -  Table d’hôtes available

    Full of character

    

    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    Turreted, ivy-clad, 16th-century mansion in 35 acres of wooded grounds. Three charming rooms in the house and four gîtes in delightfully renovated outbuildings. Decorated in warm tones with antique furnishings perfectly complementing the historic buildings. Delicious local food available on request. See More

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  • Domaine des Hauts de Loire Onzain, Loire Valley 31 rooms from AU$391

    
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    Families  -  Not only are there activities galore here, but during school holidays they also run a kids club

    Foodies  -  The restaurant has two Michelin stars

    Restaurant  -  Run by well-known French chef Remy Giraud

    Great walks  -  3 walking trails on the estate

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet, Relais & Chateaux, Fodors

    Classic luxury in a 19th century former hunting lodge and a two Michelin starred chef, plus happy and charming staff! Rooms and suites are traditionally dressed and luxuriously appointed with beautiful linen and Clarins smellies. Plus there's a pool, tennis & petanque. Simply wonderful! See More

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  • Le Londres Saumur 31 rooms from AU$130

    
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    Families  -  There is a good range of family friendly accommodation here including interconnecting rooms and spacious apartments

    Local exploring  -  A lovely base from which to explore the historic town of Saumur and sights in the Loire Valley

    Sights nearby  -  Explore the atmospheric Château de Saumur and the pretty Église Saint-Pierre

    Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.

    

    Charming hotel in a late 19th-century townhouse, with a homely open-plan lounge and dining layout featuring comfy seating and chic decor. The smart, cosy rooms are themed and individually decorated, featuring bold statement walls and bright contemporary furnishings. A lovely, friendly base. See More

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  • Chateau Le Prieure Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault, Loire Valley 21 rooms from AU$271

    
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    Local exploring  -  There is something for everyone here. Foodies can explore local markets, whereas history buffs will love nearby medieval abbeys

    Country Escape  -  Live out dreams of French royalty in this grand country chateau with expansive grounds and a range of outdoor activities

    Foodies  -  If the excellent Le Castellane gourmet restaurant wasn't enough, the cellar also boasts over 25,000 bottles

    Sights nearby  -  Visit the nearby town of Saumur, with its picture-perfect castle. 12th century Rochemenier cave complex is also worth a visit

    

    Impressive 10th-century chateau overlooking the Loire River. Once used by Benedictine monks, the property is steeped in history, surrounded by parkland and has panoramic views. Plush suites, a gourmet restaurant and river-view terrace make this a perfect base from which to explore the region. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 19th July 2021