The castles of the Loire Valley and Touraine
Renowned throughout the world, the Loire Valley and Touraine châteaux attract visitors from all over the globe.
Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, these jewels of French heritage symbolize the cradle of the Renaissance.
These UNESCO World Heritage châteaux bear witness to France's royal and opulent past.
Discover these wonders steeped in history.
30 minutes from the hotel
Nicknamed the "Ladies' Château," Chenonceau is one of the most beautiful châteaux in the Loire Valley. It is also the most visited in France after Versailles.
Built over the Cher River, it is characterized by its majestic arches and refined gardens.
Inside, the rich collections, period tapestries, and decorated galleries tell the story of Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici, iconic figures associated with the château.
📍Address: Château de Chenonceau, 37150 Chenonceaux
🕰️ Opening Hours: Open daily, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (hours vary depending on the season)
💶Admission: From €19. Free for children under 7.
36 minutes from the hotel
A major site in French history, the Château d'Amboise was a favorite of kings such as Charles VIII and Francis I.
Its Gothic and Renaissance style, perched above the Loire River, makes it one of the most iconic châteaux of the Loire Valley.
Discover its royal apartments, terraced gardens, and chapel, which houses the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci, a fervent admirer of the site.
The château also offers one of the most beautiful panoramic views in the Loire Valley.
📍Address: Royal Château of Amboise, 37400 Amboise
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM (hours vary depending on the season)
💶Admission: From €17.30. Free for children under 7.
46 minutes from the hotel
Beyond its architecture, Villandry is world-renowned for its Renaissance gardens.
In total, six gardens surround the monument: the kitchen garden, the ornamental garden, the water garden, the medicinal herb garden, the maze, and the sun garden.
It is one of the last great châteaux built on the banks of the Loire.
📍Address: 3 Rue Principale, 37510 Villandry
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from February 7, 2026 to November 11, 2026 and from November 28, 2026 to January 3, 2027 (closed December 25), from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (hours vary depending on the season)
💶Prices: From €14 (gardens only: €8.50)
36 minutes from the hotel
More secluded, Château Gaillard is a verdant haven just outside Amboise. It was the site of the first orange groves and Renaissance gardens in France.
A former royal residence, it charms visitors with its intimate setting, stained-glass windows, cabinet of curiosities, Mary Stuart's bedroom, and Mediterranean gardens.
📍Address: 29 Allée du Pont Moulin, 37400 Amboise
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, except from January 5th to February 6th, 2026 inclusive.
💶Prices: From €17. Free for children under 7.
17 minutes from the hotel
Listed among the most beautiful villages in France, Montrésor is home to a romantic castle, furnished in the style of the Second Empire.
Each room, each painting tells the story of the Branicki family, a prominent Polish lineage established in Touraine.
📍Address: 40 Grand Rue, 37460 Montrésor
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (varies depending on the season)
💶Prices: From €11. Free for children under 8.
4 minutes from the hotel
Just steps from your hotel, the Royal City of Loches is a must-see.
This vast fortified complex houses an impressive medieval keep, a royal residence, and a Romanesque collegiate church.
Many men and women have left their mark on this place, including Joan of Arc, Agnès Sorel, and Anne of Brittany.
Each year, the castle offers a new exhibition as well as special displays during the Christmas season.
📍Address: Rue du Château, 37600 Loches
🕰️ Opening Hours: Daily, from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm (hours may vary depending on the season)
💶 Prices: From €12.50. Free for children under 7.
To discover the Loire Valley and Touraine castles in complete tranquility, stay at the Best Western Premier Hôtel de la Cité Royale in Loches.
Its central location in Touraine will allow you to easily explore the Loire Valley, while enjoying the comfort of a 4-star hotel with remarkable architecture.
Located in a fully renovated former courthouse, our charming hotel offers breathtaking views of the city medieval.
Settle into one of our 45 comfortable, air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a king-size bed and private bathroom.
After a day of sightseeing, unwind at the Spa. You'll appreciate the heated indoor pool, the hammam, and our à la carte treatments.
Book your stay in Loches now!
Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, these jewels of French heritage symbolize the cradle of the Renaissance.
These UNESCO World Heritage châteaux bear witness to France's royal and opulent past.
Discover these wonders steeped in history.
Château de Chenonceau: The Jewel on the Cher River
30 minutes from the hotelNicknamed the "Ladies' Château," Chenonceau is one of the most beautiful châteaux in the Loire Valley. It is also the most visited in France after Versailles.
Built over the Cher River, it is characterized by its majestic arches and refined gardens.
Inside, the rich collections, period tapestries, and decorated galleries tell the story of Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici, iconic figures associated with the château.
Practical Information
📍Address: Château de Chenonceau, 37150 Chenonceaux
🕰️ Opening Hours: Open daily, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (hours vary depending on the season)
💶Admission: From €19. Free for children under 7.
The Royal Château of Amboise: Residence of the Kings of France
36 minutes from the hotelA major site in French history, the Château d'Amboise was a favorite of kings such as Charles VIII and Francis I.
Its Gothic and Renaissance style, perched above the Loire River, makes it one of the most iconic châteaux of the Loire Valley.
Discover its royal apartments, terraced gardens, and chapel, which houses the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci, a fervent admirer of the site.
The château also offers one of the most beautiful panoramic views in the Loire Valley.
Practical Information
📍Address: Royal Château of Amboise, 37400 Amboise
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM (hours vary depending on the season)
💶Admission: From €17.30. Free for children under 7.
The Château de Villandry: A Horticultural Masterpiece
46 minutes from the hotelBeyond its architecture, Villandry is world-renowned for its Renaissance gardens.
In total, six gardens surround the monument: the kitchen garden, the ornamental garden, the water garden, the medicinal herb garden, the maze, and the sun garden.
It is one of the last great châteaux built on the banks of the Loire.
Practical Information
📍Address: 3 Rue Principale, 37510 Villandry
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from February 7, 2026 to November 11, 2026 and from November 28, 2026 to January 3, 2027 (closed December 25), from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (hours vary depending on the season)
💶Prices: From €14 (gardens only: €8.50)
Château Gaillard: Amboise's Well-Kept Secret
36 minutes from the hotelMore secluded, Château Gaillard is a verdant haven just outside Amboise. It was the site of the first orange groves and Renaissance gardens in France.
A former royal residence, it charms visitors with its intimate setting, stained-glass windows, cabinet of curiosities, Mary Stuart's bedroom, and Mediterranean gardens.
Practical Information
📍Address: 29 Allée du Pont Moulin, 37400 Amboise
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, except from January 5th to February 6th, 2026 inclusive.
💶Prices: From €17. Free for children under 7.
Montrésor Castle: A Journey Through Time
17 minutes from the hotelListed among the most beautiful villages in France, Montrésor is home to a romantic castle, furnished in the style of the Second Empire.
Each room, each painting tells the story of the Branicki family, a prominent Polish lineage established in Touraine.
Practical Information
📍Address: 40 Grand Rue, 37460 Montrésor
🕰️Opening Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (varies depending on the season)
💶Prices: From €11. Free for children under 8.
The Royal City of Loches: A Unique Medieval Site
4 minutes from the hotelJust steps from your hotel, the Royal City of Loches is a must-see.
This vast fortified complex houses an impressive medieval keep, a royal residence, and a Romanesque collegiate church.
Many men and women have left their mark on this place, including Joan of Arc, Agnès Sorel, and Anne of Brittany.
Each year, the castle offers a new exhibition as well as special displays during the Christmas season.
Practical Information
📍Address: Rue du Château, 37600 Loches
🕰️ Opening Hours: Daily, from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm (hours may vary depending on the season)
💶 Prices: From €12.50. Free for children under 7.
Stay in the heart of the Loire Valley Castles
To discover the Loire Valley and Touraine castles in complete tranquility, stay at the Best Western Premier Hôtel de la Cité Royale in Loches.
Its central location in Touraine will allow you to easily explore the Loire Valley, while enjoying the comfort of a 4-star hotel with remarkable architecture.
Located in a fully renovated former courthouse, our charming hotel offers breathtaking views of the city medieval.
Settle into one of our 45 comfortable, air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a king-size bed and private bathroom.
After a day of sightseeing, unwind at the Spa. You'll appreciate the heated indoor pool, the hammam, and our à la carte treatments.
Book your stay in Loches now!
