The 20 Best Romantic Hotels in the Loire Valley

The Loire Valley is one of France's most popular destinations. Filled with vineyards, medieval towns and chateaux. There is plenty to do here, but for those in search of a hideaway then the countryside is picturesque and there are plenty of beautiful traditional properties primed for a romantic escape. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best romantic hotels in the Loire Valley to make booking your escape-for-two a hassle-free experience. From historic hotels to converted farmhouses or hotels carved into the mountain rock - there's plenty to choose from. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your stay?

For luxury

• Hotel Chateau du Grand-Luce is one of the finest examples of neoclassical architecture in France, this 18th-century chateau on a private estate is perfect for a romantic break or even a wedding. Interiors feature ornate period luxury and there are added luxuries of a ballroom, a spa and an Orangerie. The rooms are perfectly romantic, furnished with antiques and heavy drapes. A decadent choice.
• Chateau de Rochecotte is one of the Loire Valley's most romantic hotels. Light-filled rooms seamlessly marry contemporary decor and tradition. Complete with a fine-dining restaurant that serves superb wines from the surrounding vineyards.
• Pick the Chateau de Noizay for Renaissance style. A stately 4-star decked out in period furnishings, all set within 24 hectares of gorgeous parkland. With a tennis court, an outdoor pool, and even a helicopter - there's plenty to do here.

For self-catering

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• Chateau de la Barre has been in the same family for 610 years. Alongside the designer fabrics of the chintzy, period rooms are family heirlooms. There's an intimacy at this rather special romantic Loire Valley hotel usually lost on the larger hotels.

For foodies

• Les Hautes Roches is truly unique, a romantic Loire Valley hotel that's carved into the rock of a cliff. The rooms are rustic-chic, uniquely-shaped due to their positioning in the rock, complete with artsy designer pieces and loud colours. The Michelin-star restaurant overlooking the river serves up delicious seafood, and the pool is a lovely place to relax. A spoiling choice.
• Foodies will love Domaine des Hauts de Loire, one of the Loire Valley's most romantic hotels. With its 2 Michelin-star chef and cooking school, it'll certainly not disappoint. Surrounded by 20 hectares of woodland, it's an intimate former 19th-century hunting lodge. Enjoy a spot of tennis, petanque or a swim in the enormous pool! A has-it-all stay.

For a B&B

• La Folie St Julien is one of the most romantic B&Bs in the Loire Valley. From the pool held in the old stone outhouse, to the gorgeous rooms given a chic, contemporary makeover furnished with antiques and original whitewashed wooden beams.
• Chateau des Grotteaux is a truly romantic hideaway in the Loire Valley. A lovely B&B set in a charming country house, in leafy surrounds, it offers traditional and elegant rooms perfect for couples seeking something snug. Many of the rooms are grand, hung with oil paintings, furnished with period fireplaces. A characterful choice.
• In a market of rustic-chic hotels, Hotel Saint Pierre does things differently. This quirky B&B in the heart of Saumur features chic, sleek designer rooms mixing modern art with an antiquated aesthetic. Elegant, contemporary and totally refreshing, the trendy bar is dark and romantic and the eclectic objet d'art are utterly charming.

For a historic stay

• Chateau de Forges is an impressive medieval castle in the lovely confines of the historic village of Concremiers. Featuring rich furnishings, exposed stone walls, a vaulted underground spa, and lovely grounds in which to stroll. Best of all, it is one of the most affordable hotels around.
• Chateau de la Celle-Guenand is a turreted castle sitting within a walled park, in the heart of the picturesque medieval town of Loches. The rooms are traditional with flourishes of chic modernity, with hardwood furniture, trendy modern art and exposed stone walls. Peruse the local markets or hire a bike and explore the beautiful region.
• Grand Hotel du Lion d'Or has been a hotel since 1774 and while the rooms are light and contemporary, it still retains those antiquated touches that make it one of the Loire Valley's most romantic hotels. Complete with alfresco dining, hotel bicycles and a lovely bar with local wine.

For a traditional stay

• Below the walls of Chateau d'Amboise, Le Choiseul is spread across five 18th-century semi-detached houses perched along the river. With its restaurant overlooking the waters of the Loire, wine tasting and hot air ballooning - there are all the components for a romantic break.
• The charming ivy-clad 18th-century Chateau de l'Epinay sits in 25 hectares of parkland, set in the Saint Pierre vineyards, offering opulent and romantic suites. Added luxuries include a spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub making this an indulgent choice for couples.
• Chateau de Beauvois is a world to get lost in. Lavish interiors at this gorgeous country house make it feel like a museum with oil paintings, antiques, and beautiful wallpaper. There are bikes to hire to explore the region and a lovely pool and spa - a relaxing escape.

For a country escape

• Chateau de Noirieux offers beautiful traditional rooms furnished with wooden beams, antiques, chandeliers and fireplaces. Outside there are tennis courts and a swimming pool, while an atmospheric bar and al-fresco dining make this a great option for couples.
• The idyllic surroundings of Le Manoir de la Vielle Douve are perfect for a romantic break in the Loire Valley. This 18th-century renovated manor is a small and intimate stay, boasting unique rooms styled in a rustic chic sensibility, with cool designer pieces sitting alongside exposed stone and original beams. A perfect hideaway.
• Le Manoir les Minimes is an 18th-century rural manor offering rustic-chic rooms furnished with period antiques, harps and statues. It's eccentric, traditional and beautiful - a wonderful romantic Loire Valley hotel!
• L'Aubiniere is a former coaching inn turned sleek modern hotel. Expect a pampering spa, stylish restaurant, and cool rooms furnished with four-posters and chic decor. A chic break for two.

Still not sure where to book?

• 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 one of our Gurus for advice.

 

Written by Edmund Wise

posted Monday, 5th June 2023