THE LOIRE VALLEY HOTELS

THE LOIRE VALLEY – WHY GO?

If Cinderella was in the property market, she’d certainly find her dream home in the Loire Valley, where French aristocracy once competed to have France's most elegant country homes.

Come to the Loire for castles, castles, castles... from the feudal to the fairytale, and the Renaissance to the Rabelaisian. The Loire Valley's famous châteaux, with the river lapping at their feet, are architectural jewels evoking a courtly age of kings and courtesans.

Steeped in royal history and intrigue, these regal châteaux are beautifully set off against a backdrop of glinting water. Many a smaller château has now opened its doors to welcome hotel guests, so live like a lord and lady and enjoy this pretty part of France in style. 

Tours and Saumur sit astride the meanders of France’s longest river whilst Le Mans, to the north, is famous not just for the 24 Hour motor race but also for its picturesque old town.