Chateau Les MerlesvsBel Estiu
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Chateau les Merles is preferred by most reviewers compared to Bel Estiu. Chateau les Merles scores 86 with endorsements from 4 reviews such as Mr & Mrs Smith, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Chateau Les Merles
Tuilieres, 24520 Mouleydier, Bergerac
From $132/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"Behind its 19th-century neoclassical façade, this château 15km east of Bergerac is a study in modish minimalism." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Basking in the Dordogne Valley, hotel Château les Merles is a neoclassical country estate revived with with high-style Philippe Starck furnishings and sleek modern finishes." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Part of France’s new wave of country hotels and restaurants, this estate dates from 1677, with a 19th-century château built by one of Napoleon’s generals." Full review
Fodor's
"This handsome chateau offers everything you need for a relaxing visit, including a large pool, fine dining, golf, and charming paths for lovely walks." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A refreshing change from the period norm, the 17th-century Château Les Merles plunges guests into an inviting world of sleek contemporary design offering savvy modern dining in a brazenly open kitchen." Full review
Bel Estiu
Le Mejat, 24590 Saint-Genies, France
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A former 18th-century farmhouse and barn, Bel Estiu (Occitan for 'beautiful summer') has been gorgeously reimagined." Full review