The Best Loire Valley Hotels

unwind after a day of exploring the magnificent châteaux, at this hotel on the edge of a forest, where comfort and relaxation are assured

a medieval fortified castle, one of the Loire Valley's oldest, features luxurious, Renaissance-inspired bedrooms and delightful gardens

a Renaissance spirit is alive and well at this sumptuous château, near Amboise and Tours, lavish interiors have been recreated from times past

a quaint hotel in the heart of Saumur next to the St Pierre church and the Château de Saumur has artistic rooms and features a beauty salon

a comfortable hotel, on the market square, in a smartly updated former post house, with well-presented rooms and a secluded outdoor pool

enjoy the classic comfort, gardens and heated pool after sightseeing, at this graceful manor house in a park near the historic centre

overlooking the River Loire and with views of the Château de Saumur, a beautiful period hotel with an ornate staircase offers gorgeous rooms

an attractive hotel, with rooms themed to pay homage to Leonardo da Vinci, who spent his last years in Amboise, offers a high quality breakfast

a family-owned hotel in a sought-after spot near Orléans' main square, offers a range of tastefully-decorated rooms and thoughtful facilities

just five minutes from Anger's magnificent castle and the centre, a city hotel has pleasant, comfortable rooms, some overlooking gardens

17th-century château, beautifully restored outbuildings and a manicured park form this luxurious hotel, enveloped by a calm, forest setting

behind heavy doors and a handsome façade, discover an intimate hotel with elegant, contemporary rooms and a relaxing wellness area

a pleasant hotel in the heart of the old town near Tours Cathedral and Opéra; inside are spacious contemporary rooms and smart bathrooms

on the left bank of the Loire, a former hospice now a luxurious and prestigious hotel offering elegant rooms and suites, fine dining and spa

close to the high-speed train station, this friendly established hotel offers a range of bright modern rooms and a much-praised buffet breakfast

an 18th century hotel, just yards from Château Azay-le-Rideau, highly-rated for its fine bedrooms with exposed beams and antique furnishings

once home to 16th-century, cave dwelling farmers, now a unique hotel still offering some rooms carved out of the hillside, but with mod-cons

a touch of refined luxury, pampering spa facilities and gastronomic dining in the countryside, at this swish hotel in a pretty village

in a prime location opposite the magnificent 13th century castle, this friendly hotel offers cosy modern rooms, many with castle views

enjoy a cocktail in the bar and traditional cuisine in the chic restaurant, at this ultra modern hotel in the centre of the Loire Valley capital