Chateau de MarcayvsAuberge du Bon Laboureur
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Chateau de Marcay scores slightly better than Auberge du Bon Laboureur. Chateau de Marcay scores 83 with endorsements from 3 reviews including Oyster, Hideaway Report and Frommer's.
Chateau de Marcay
Route du Chateau, 37500 Marcay, Chinon
From $162/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upscale
"A long, tree-lined drive leads to the four-pearl Chateau de Marcay in Chinon." Full review
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Picturesque 15th-century turreted castle-hotel set in parkland near the medieval town of Chinon, a short drive from the Loire Valley’s impressive Renaissance châteaux of Azay-le-Rideau and Villandry." Full review
Frommer's
"The reverie begins as you drive onto the grounds of this imposing medieval fortress surrounded by vineyards. The 21st century has made it to the interior with all the modern comforts." Full review
Auberge du Bon Laboureur
6, rue du Bretonneau, 37150 Chenonceaux
From $129/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upscale
"Charming with a Michelin-starred restaurant that opens to a garden, an outdoor pool surrounded by greenery and loungers, and rooms that mix antique furnishings with modern luxuries." Full review
Frommer's
"This inn, within walking distance of the château, is your best bet in town for a comfortable night’s sleep and exceptional Loire Valley cuisine" Full review
Frommer's
"This inn, within walking distance of the château, is your best bet in town for a comfortable night’s sleep and exceptional Loire Valley cuisine" Full review
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"This restaurant sticks to the proven path of cooking with seasonal ingredients. Chef Antoine Jeudi knows his stuff, and his tasty creations can be paired with a fine choice of wines." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Family-owned for over a hundred years, what’s now the Auberge du Bon Laboureur is more than twice as old as that; what began as a coaching inn in the year 1786 is now a beautiful little boutique hotel, combining the personable atmosphere of a private residence with the style and service of a professional lodging" Full review