If you dream of spending a night or a weekend in the magical and enchanting setting of a splendid castle of the The Loire Valley, especially do not think that it is reserved only for wealthy tourists ... Know that it is quite achievable with a small budget of 100 Euros for one night ! Discover my selection of 5 best cheap castles in the Loire Valley and make your dream of sleeping in a magnificent castle in France and, what's more, in the land of kings and queens ...
Cheap castle hotel - Why the Loire Valley?
In France, the The Loire Valley is the region of castles. Indeed, the Loire Valley has almost 3 castles which have the particularity of having been, for the most part, built and then renovated during the period of the French Renaissance when the kings of France settled there.
The expression " CLoire castles » known around the world has an underlying meaning of "tourist monuments to visit". And yet the castles of the Loire they are also castles being part of theFrench hotel offer. Indeed, some lords have opened their heritage to seasonal rental. Thus, many owners of castles have listed their monument on hotel reservation platforms and offer a few rooms at the same time. tourist rental. Others have definitely transformed their entire castle into luxurious hotel.
Cheap castle hotel - How to choose it?
In the very touristic region of The Loire Valley, it is not easy to find a Hotel or an bedroom in a beautiful castle, well placed for visit the castles, with some luxury services. and above all who is not cheap.
It is therefore by doing research on the Internet, by going to the sites of the castles, on the sites of rental of rooms of castles that I was able to find some tips Which make it possible to taste the luxury and the life of castle in France at the price of a single cheap hotel.
And as the offer is very extensive in the The Loire Valley (many castles, manors, old abbeys, mansions and other beautiful residences), I had to select only the real beautiful castles with turrets, parks or gardens, large and tall rooms, fireplaces ...
Then, from this 1st selection, I chose those that had a geographic location interesting for tourists.
And finally, to finish my little list of best cheap castles in the Loire Valley, I had to study many reviews and comments that customers left to remember only the 5 best cheap castles closest very well evaluated.
Loire Valley - The 5 best budget chateaux hotels
5 best cheap castle hotels - the cheapest in the Loire Valley
Vallagon Castle (89 €)
Ideally located at 25 minutes from Chenonceau castle and about twenty minutes from Beauval zoo visit us at the heart of the vineyards from central France, the Château de Vallagon is a XNUMXth century castle resembling the castles Fairy tales.
Sumptuous decor, beautiful swimming pool, 4 hectare park, everything is there for an unforgettable stay.
It really is a good plan because for only 89 Euros per night, you can enjoy an exceptional setting and the services of a 3 star hotel !
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5 best cheap castle hotels - good deal in the Loire Valley
Chateau Colbert (97 €)
This beautiful castle is ideally located to discover the Loire's castles, the Vendée coast, the vineyards of Anjou, Angers, Saumur, Puy du Fou, Poitiers and Futuroscope. Enchanting setting, beautiful decoration, impeccable service, the château's gourmet restaurant is remarkable as well as its wine list. The chef uses products from the vegetable garden in particular for his recipes.
The little extra: the superb terrace with breathtaking views of the magnificent Parc Oriental de Maulévrier.
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5 best cheap castle hotels - The best value for money in the Loire Valley
Château de la Barbinière (€104)
10 minutes from Puy du Fou, the Château de la Barbinière in Saint-Laurent-sur-Sèvre combines design and refinement
and will seduce you with its natural and calm environment. This 4-star hotel has a park, a pretty swimming pool, a beautiful terrace and a restaurant which serves traditional gourmet cuisine in the chateau's dining room.
During your stay at the hotel, you can go hiking or cycling in the surrounding countryside and visit the Basilica of Saint-Laurent-sur-Sèvre and its historic sites.
Its low rate of 108 Euros per night is an attractive price for a room in the outbuildings and if you go there in low season, it rises very quickly during school holidays or for rooms located in the castle.
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5 best cheap castle hotels - good deal for family vacations
Manoir Du Parc (€ 129 per studio)
The beautiful Manoir du Parc is located Amboise, 400m from one of the Castles of Loire The most visited.
Having obtained the Certificate of Excellence Tripadvisor in 2015, this establishment offers guest rooms (located on the 1st floor of the manor with a view of the royal castle or the park) or fully equipped and comfortable studios and two-room apartments.
At only 129 Euros for a 2-person studio or 149 Euros for a 4-person apartment, it is an ideal choice for a family holiday or for a romantic tour of the Loire Valley Castles.
This chateau is highly rated by clients: 9,1 on Booking et 4,5 Excellent on Tripadvisor. They particularly appreciated the wonderful setting of the park and the Manor, its swimming pool and its ideal location (in the city but quiet).
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5 best cheap castle hotels - the most beautiful in the Loire Valley
Chateau de Jallanges (152 Euros per night)
This is my favorite Chateau. Dating from 1465 and built by Louis XI, this historic site is grand and magnificent. It is located in Vouvray between Tours et Amboise, surrounded by a cedar forest and in the heart of a Renaissance-style garden. Gardens, parks, outdoor swimming pool, indoor swimming pool, chapel, nothing is missing in this area.
It's a royal place!
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