Chenonceaux

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A short stroll from one of the region’s most impressive châteaus, this charming, rural village provides an idyllic base for exploration.

Admire grandiose architecture, exquisite artwork and lavish gardens in charming Chenonceaux. Wander through quiet streets of cafés and bakeries and visit the pretty chapel. Although it’s famous for the spectacular castle nearby, the town itself is an undiscovered delight complemented by its friendly, local atmosphere.

Notice the superb metal rhino at the antique dealership on Rue Bretonneau before you continue to the Church of Saint-John the Baptist farther west. This tiny chapel was modeled in the 12th-century Romanesque style although it was not actually built until the 1500s. The modest façade is extremely pretty while the interior features a semicircular apse that is illuminated by stained-glass windows.

Enjoy a fresh pastry from the local bakery or relax with a coffee before you wander across the rail line and through tranquil woodland to Château de Chenonceau, standing intriguingly over the River Cher. The main house is a fortress of white towers and sharp spires matched inside by elegant furnishings and a set of rare 16th-century Flanders tapestries. Enjoy spending some time in the intricate gardens before you come to the main gallery. Stretching across the river over a set of graceful arches, this is a breathtaking piece of architecture. Inside, the walls are covered with paintings from many of Europe’s greatest artists, including Rubens, Murillo and Poussin.

When evening arrives, make your way back to the village for a sumptuous dinner. The food is traditional French with fish and meat cooked to succulent perfection. Enjoy a drink and a chat with the locals in one of the friendly bars. Go back through the quiet streets to one of the guesthouses, most of which are a short walk from the town center.

Chenonceaux is in the department of Indre-et-Loire in central France. The village is served by trains, with Paris about 2 hours north.

Slip into the French countryside and admire one of the country’s most magnificent châteaus at Chenonceaux.

Auberge du Bon Laboureur

Auberge du Bon Laboureur

5 out of 5
6 Rue Du Docteur Bretonneau, Chenonceaux, Indre-et-Loire
The price is ¥29,833 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥29,833
¥33,574 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chenonceaux. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (344 reviews)
"Just amazing nothing else to say"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Auberge du Bon Laboureur
Hotel La Roseraie

Hotel La Roseraie

3 out of 5
7 rue du Docteur Bretonneau, Chenonceaux, Indre-et-Loire
The price is ¥21,129 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
¥21,129
¥23,621 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chenonceaux. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Château de Chenonceau and Caves du Père Auguste ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (374 reviews)
"We had two rooms, each with a sleeping area, nicely-furnished sitting area, and large bathroom--all this for an unbelievable reasonable rate. The dining room is beautiful. The breakfast, was outstanding and reasonably priced. We did not have dinner here. The front desk staff and dining room staff ..."

Reviewed on May 12, 2025

Hotel La Roseraie
Westotel Tours Val de Loire

Westotel Tours Val de Loire

4 out of 5
10 Rue Marie de Lorraine, La Ville-aux-Dames, Indre-et-Loire
The price is ¥12,077 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥12,077
¥13,939 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Ville-aux-Dames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (634 reviews)
Wonderful hotel
"Last minute stay over. Got an upgrade ! Great group of hotels. Will use again."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Westotel Tours Val de Loire
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Appart Hotel Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres

Appart Hotel Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres

49 bis Boulevard de Preuilly, Tours, Indre-et-Loire
Stay at this aparthotel in Tours. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (489 reviews)
Throughly recommend!
"We had two apartments for our family of 6 and the dog. Excellent facilities, spacious and clean. The kitchenette was fully equipped to make a chilli meal for the family in the evening, breakfast in the morning and we prepared sandwiches for our onward trip. The carrefour and petrol station next door ..."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

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Nemea Appart Hotel Quai Victor Tours Centre

Nemea Appart Hotel Quai Victor Tours Centre

3 out of 5
6 Rue Marcel Tribut, Tours
Stay at this 3-star spa residence in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tours Fine Arts Museum and Saint-Gatien ...
8/10 Very Good! (453 reviews)
"Good location, fine overall. Good value. Did see some suspect people outside in evening/early mornings"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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Appart'City Confort Tours

Appart'City Confort Tours

3 out of 5
12, rue Paul Nizan, Tours
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Tours. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (674 reviews)
"Ideal for family to stopover or to access Tours. The rooms are well kept and have good facilities. It is a very short walk to the newly built shopping centre with restaurants and shops available."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Appart'City Confort Tours
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