Hotel de l'AbeillevsChateau de Pray
Both Hotel de l'Abeille and Chateau de Pray are endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Hotel de l'Abeille ranks slightly higher than Chateau de Pray. Hotel de l'Abeille is ranked #5 in Loire Valley with endorsements from 3 publications including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Hotel de l'Abeille
64, rue Alsace Lorraine, 45000 Orleans
From $97/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Conveniently located on the main shopping street in Orléans, this charming family-run hotel—a block from the train/tram station—welcomes guests in rooms with fresh floral wall coverings." Full review
Frommer's
"This is the city’s most charming hotel. Stepping into the foyer, you will be instantly transported back to the turn of the 20th century...the cozy Belle Epoque feel flows into the guest rooms" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Floorboards creak and vintage posters adorn the lobby walls at this classic, 23-room hotel, built in 1903 and run by the same family since 1919 (that's four generations)" Full review
Chateau de Pray
Rue du Cedre, 37400 Charge, Amboise, France
From $149/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"A romantic twin-tower château, a Loire River vista, tranquil guest rooms (four of the less expensive are in a charming "Pavillon Renaissance"), and an excellent restaurant." Full review
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The Telegraph
8.0
"Indulge your inner prince or princess at this magnificent medieval chateau complete with fairy-tale turrets and knight in shining armour." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The 19 rooms here, each named after a famous visitor, are brimming with antique furnishings and old-fashioned charm. Has a Michelin-starred French gastronomique restaurant." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Delicate execution, balanced flavours, ingredients sourced from local producers: this is château life at its best." Full review