A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels in French Pyrénées, France. We have also included hotels in historic villas, historic properties, beautiful country residences, french "relais" (mansions), chalets, resorts, old châteaus, old manor houses, country estates and family-run hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Historic property. Tennis court. Popular among couples. Featuring a heated outdoor pool, Château Des Ducs De Joyeuse is located in Couiza in the heart of the Cathare region. This listed 16th-century castle is located on extensive grounds on the banks of the River Aude. Enjoy the tennis court or guests can visit Cathares and local cathedrals, historical monuments and 13th-century castles. Each room has a classic decor and is equipped with a TV and a private spacious private bathroom. Guests can enjoy a meal in the chic restaurant or out in the courtyard. Many activities can be enjoyed nearby, including hiking, cycling and water sports.Show full description
This is likely one of the most CHARMING 16th-century castle in Perpignan with a well-managed courtyard and superb tennis facilities. An on-site restaurant is excellent for a gourmet dinner, and the pool area is very picturesque.
Beach front location. Highly elegant. Stunning pool facilities. Chateau de Riell provides 5-star accommodation in a former chateau. It has a garden, restaurant, spa and bar. The chateau overlooks Mount Canigou and free WiFi is available. Guests can have a drink in the chateau’s Out of Africa Bar, where animal print cushions and wall coverings provide an exotic atmosphere. Riell rooms are decorated to combine the details of the original baroque interiors with modern facilities. Each room is air-conditioned and equipped with a TV and minibar. The private bathrooms have a shower and bathtub. Le Chatelain serves traditional French cuisine made from local ingredients. For those who prefer to have a drink in an environment more authentic to the chateau’s origins, de Riell has a lounge with a log fireplace. There is also a Russian inspired datcha where guests are able to relax with a book or a cup of tea. Guests are invited to explore Chateau de Riell’s garden, which is filled with pine and oak trees. The terrace offers a calm place to relax with its fountains and palm trees. Chateau de Riell’s spa offers a variety of beauty and relaxation treatments. Charging stations for electric cars are available at this property.Show full description
An absolutely gorgeous former château with excellent breakfast selection and beautifully furnished rooms with everything you might need for a comfortable stay. In addition, the rooftop pool is a great relaxing spot.
Delightful property. Cosy rooms. Ostapé is a 5-star hotel located in the village of Bidarray, halfway between the mountains and Biarritz on the coast, which is a 30-minute drive away. Set within a 45-hectare estate, it offers a heated pool, massage rooms and cooking lessons. The spacious guest rooms are located in the 17th-century manor house or in traditional Basque-style villas. Each is uniquely decorated and has a balcony or terrace overlooking the mountains. Hotel Ostapé’s restaurant serves gastronomic-style regional cuisine using fresh, local products. Guests have free use of a sauna, fitness centre and steam bath, as well as a massage room where guests can enjoy 1-hour massages, half-an-hour massages, neck massages and back massages. Free WiFi access is also available. For guests exploring the area by car, private parking is possible on site. Charging stations for electric cars are available at this property.Show full description
This is likely one of the most BEAUTIFUL luxury hotels in French Pyrénées. It also has a great location and outstanding views.
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. A recently renovated bed and breakfast in Prades, Castell Rose offers picnic area, private parking and sports facilities. The air-conditioned accommodation is 48 km from Stade Gilbert Brutus. You can play tennis at Castell Rose. The nearest airport is Perpignan - Rivesaltes Airport, 49 km from Castell Rose. The bed and breakfast has an outdoor swimming pool with a fence, as well as a fitness room and luggage storage space. At this bed and breakfast, some units come with a private entrance, flat-screen TV and DVD player. The units include a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms also offer a terrace and some have mountain views. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the bed and breakfast. After a day of hiking or walking tours, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Marcevol Golf Course is 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
The most peaceful, relaxing and romantic bed and breakfast in French Pyrénées. WOW!
Very stylish. Superb interior design. Auberge du Vigneron is a century old, former wine storehouse located in the Languedoc-Roussillon region. It offers guest rooms with original stone walls, and a terrace overlooking the valley. With free public parking on site, the Auberge du Vigneron is ideally located for visiting the castles in Cathares. Each guest room at the Logis auberge restaurant Du Vigneron is individually decorated and equipped with a television and telephone. A continental breakfast is served every morning. The inn restaurant serves regional French cuisine.Show full description
This is the most well designed and stylish guest house in French Pyrénées.
Beach front location. Lovely property. Comfortable beds. Riberach is located in the picturesque village of Bélesta near the Spanish border. This unique hotel is housed in a former wine cooperative, with rooms and suites above the old wine vats. The hotel is ideally located at the foot of the medieval Bélesta Castle. It also features a 60-m² spa with a hammam, sauna and massage room. The rooms have been uniquely decorated in a contemporary, Mediterranean style. Each en suite room is equipped with a minibar, flat-screen TV and a safe.some rooms offer stunning views of the hillside and vineyards and some rooms offered views on the prehistoric museum or village view. The hotel's gastronomic restaurant La Coopérative du Domaine Riberach - Restaurant étoilé - Spa - Piscine naturelle - Vignoble bio is set in the heart of the former wine cave. It serves cuisine made from local produce ans seasonal product with a surprise menu from the Chef. The Comptoir-Cave is also available for guests to try local specialities. Hotel Riberach also features a natural swimming pool, private garden, and a large shaded terrace where guests can relax. Guests have access to a number of activities in the area including wine tastings, hiking and visiting nearby vineyards, museums and pottery kilns. The hotel can organize activities around wine discoveries. we now have two Michelin stars: one red and one green.Show full description
If you’re looking for a romantic getaway with lots of privacy this historic mansion might be a great choice to stay! It has a Michelin starred restaurant, fantastic swimming pool and spacious rooms in a lovely loft style. WOW!
Charming. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Chateau de Beauregard is located in Beauregard, just 1 km from Saint-Girons. Sitting in the middle of a 2.5-hectare park it features a rose garden and a spa with a hot tub and steam bath. All of the rooms at Chateau de Beauregard are elegantly decorated with antique furniture and a parquet floor. Each room features a flat-screen TV, a sofa and an en suite bathroom. Ironing facilities are also provided. A continental breakfast is served every morning in the dining room. The hotel’s gastronomic restaurant boasts stone walls and exposed wooden beams. It offers traditional dishes from the region. Massages can be organised upon prior reservation and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Free private parking is possible on site and many hiking paths start from the property.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most COSY small hotels in French Pyrénées. It also has super comfortable beds.
Dating from as early as the 16th century, this family-run property features an outdoor swimming pool in summer and a giant chess board in the garden. It is set on the GR107 hiking route, a 1-hour drive from Andorra. Château de Camurac offers rooms and apartments with views of the garden and the Pyrenées Mountains. Each one also includes access to a communal lounge a satellite TV, a DVD player and a Nintendo Wii games console. A continental breakfast is provided every morning in the dining room. Packed lunches are available upon request and guests can enjoy an evening meal at the restaurant, which proposes an international cuisine. Access to a shared BBQ, table tennis and a trampoline are additional facilities at this bed and breakfast. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
Set on a former vineyard, this holiday resort is 3 km away from Quillan Train Station featuring free private parking. The studios and villas offer a living area with a TV. Montsegur and Queribus cathar castles are both less than a 50-minute drive away. All the villas feature a balcony or terrace with mountain views. A microwave oven, a stovetop and a fridge are provided in the kitchens. Bike rental is available on site. Guests can also enjoy the hot tub or a massage upon request. An airport shuttle service is available at an extra cost.Show full description
Close to beach front. Elegant. Wonderful SPA facilities. The Grand Hôtel is an old and elegant building, located in the heart of a Mediterranean tropical park, in front of the great Pic du Canigou, 45 kms from Perpignan. You will stay in one of the 34 comfortable rooms and suites. For sure, you will spend a refined and peaceful moment. The bathrooms are equipped with a large Italian shower or a beautiful bath. Some of the rooms and suites have a balcony. Breakfast can be served in your room at an additional charge. You could access directly to the Baths thanks to an elevator. Moreover, lots of other facilities are at your disposal: bar, restaurant, swimming pool, tennis court, car parks and a beauty salon.Show full description
Set in a 19th-century former barn, Gîte La Maisonnée is a Pyrenees mountain stone house, located 12 km from the nearest ski slopes, and offering a garden, as well as a common room with a fireplace and games. At Gîte La Maisonnée, all the rooms feature a private bathroom with a shower, a sink and toilets. At a nearby location, free public parking is possible. The property is a 35-minute drive from Cauterets. Upon a 48 hours in advance reservation and at an extra cost, guests can enjoy a regional cuisine meal. In the morning, the breakfast features homemade breads, honey, jams and cakes. In the surroundings, cycling and hiking are possible activities and ski passes can be bought at the property. A thermal baths centre is located 4 km away from this property. Lourdes Train Station is a 34-minute drive away.Show full description
Boasting garden views, Camping Bellevue offers accommodation with an infinity pool, a garden and a bar, around 18 km from Marcevol Golf Course. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The campground provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge, and a private bathroom with shower. All units feature private entrance. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. You can play table tennis and darts at the campground. Kids pool is also available for guests at Camping Bellevue. The nearest airport is Perpignan - Rivesaltes Airport, 52 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Set in a 10-hectare park with a lake, this residence features a swimming pool and offers sports facilities including badminton and pétanque. The Pyrenees Catalan Regional Natural Park is 17 km away. Cable TV, a furnished terrace and a private bathroom feature in the apartments and guest rooms. The apartments also offer lake views. The cottage is set in the former mill and features an original open fire. Traditional French cuisine is served in the seasonal restaurant and you can enjoy a drink in the bar at Le Moulin de Sournia residence. A buffet breakfast is prepared every morning. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and on-site activities include billiards, tennis and horse riding. Themed evenings take place during summer. Hiking is possible directly from the village. Private parking is free on site and Perpignan is a 45-minute drive from the residence. The Spanish border is a 1-hour drive away.Show full description
Great value. Set in Goulier-et-Olbier, 45 km from Col de la Crouzette, Relais d'Endron offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is situated 16 km from Niaux Cave, 21 km from Grotte de Lombrives and 24 km from Bedeilhac Cave. Guests at Relais d'Endron will be able to enjoy activities in and around Goulier-et-Olbier, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Foix Castle is 36 km from the accommodation, while Underground River of Labouiche is 42 km from the property. Guests can dine in the restaurant or a drink at the bar and free WiFi is available. At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe. Certain rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. The nearest airport is Carcassonne Airport, 110 km from Relais d'Endron.Show full description
Situated in Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry in the Aquitaine Region, 38 km from Biarritz, VVF Villages Saint Etienne De Baigorry features an outdoor pool and barbecue. Pamplona is 47 km from the property. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. There is also a kitchenette, equipped with a refrigerator and stovetop. VVF Villages St Etienne De Baigorry also includes a children's playground. You can play table tennis, billiards and darts at the property, and the area is popular for hiking. Saint-Jean-de-Luz is 35 km from VVF Villages Saint Etienne De Baigorry. Anglet Airport is 35 km away.Show full description
Friendly staff. Situated in Sainte-Marie-de-Campan, 33 km from Lourdes Train Station, Hotel Le Chalet features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. 36 km from Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and 13 km from Pic du Midi Cable Car, the property provides ski storage space, as well as a bar. Some units at the property have a balcony with a mountain view. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The rooms come with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also feature a kitchenette fitted with a fridge. At Hotel Le Chalet all rooms include bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. At Hotel Le Chalet you will find a restaurant serving French and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The hotel offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis and tennis at this 3-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. Col d'Aspin is 14 km from Hotel Le Chalet, while Pic du Midi is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tarbes Lourdes Pyrénées Airport, 32 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This small hotel has amazing staff and great affordability.
Situated in Izest in the Aquitaine Region, 31 km from Lourdes, Auberge de la Vallée d'Ossau boasts an outdoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool and children's playground. The hotel has a sun terrace and a ski pass sales point, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Views of the mountain, pool or garden are featured in certain rooms. Auberge de la Vallée d'Ossau features free WiFi . There is a shared lounge and a business centre at the property. You can find a cash machine and a hairdresser's 50 metres away. This hotel has ski storage space and bike hire is available. You can play table tennis and billiards at this hotel, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. Formigal is 35 km from Auberge de la Vallée d'Ossau, while Pau is 24 km away. Pau Pyrénées Airport is 33 km from the property.Show full description
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