This is the one of the most original economic hotels in all of the Loire. Located in the heart of town at the foot of the Château de Chinon, the castle-like 15th-century building used to be a courthouse where the father of writer François Rabelais worked as a lawyer. A highlight is its early Renaissance spiral staircase. The hotel has its quirks, but these are overruled by the large high-ceilinged guest rooms; most have canopy beds and some have stone fireplaces and/or views of the castle. Dine in its medieval hall, where you can sample some tasty local freshwater sandre prepared with Chinon wine, or duckling with dried pears and smoked lard.
Chinon
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Chinon› Hotel
Hostellerie Gargantua
73 rue Haute St Maurice
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Around Town
Phone
02-47-93-04-71
Prices
65€–98€ double
Amenities
Restaurant; bar; free Wi-Fi
Units
7
Web site
Hostellerie Gargantua
Other
Closed Dec

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73 rue Haute St Maurice ChinonNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.