The most beautiful châteaus to stay at in Burgundy
Burgundy in central eastern France has loads of great accommodation options for the perfect weekend away. This beautiful region is just 1h40 by high speed train from Paris or an easy drive down from Calais.
Discover our selection of luxury accommodation in beautifully preserved historical chateaux for the ultimate short break.
Château de Courban
Located close to the Chablis vineyards and just off the A5 motorway, this 19th century manor house is the perfect place to get away from it all. A weekend of detox at the Nuxe Spa and gourmet pleasures await you in this cosy 4 star hotel run by the Vandendriessche family.
We love : the gastronomic restaurant where the upcoming chef ( duly awarded the Grand de Demain distinction by Gault & Millau in 2024) will prepare you a gastronomic meal.
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Château de Pierreclos
This bed and breakfast on a family-run wine estate is the perfect choice for a unique stay in the vineyards of southern Burgundy. Located in the rolling countryside, it is ideally placed for a day out visiting the towns of Mâcon and Cluny before cooling off in the swimming pool.
We love : the owners also offer self-catering for up to 20 people all year round in "La Maison d'Amis"
Château de Quincey
This stunning chateau at the foot of the Côte de Nuits vineyards between Dijon and Beaune has enjoyed a chequered history and was fortunately undamaged during the French revolution. The chateau set in a huge wooded park offers both 2 tastefully decorated rooms for bed and breakfast and self-catering with a pool view for up to 6 guests.
We love : you can even organize you wedding day here !
Château du Marais
This listed historical castle in the western part of Burgundy close to the town of Nevers is the ideal place for a break away from it all. This Gîte de France® bed and breakfast offers 3 rooms in the keep of the castle complete with the original architectural features : beamed ceilings and fireplaces.
We love : the accommodation is ideally located on La Loire à vélo cycling path.
Château Sainte Sabine
Just 6 minutes drive from the Pouilly-en-Auxois A6 motorway exit, but nestled in the bucolic Burgundy countryside, it's easy to switch off totally in this 5 star Relais & Châteaux hotel restaurant. Choose from 23 stylishly refurbished rooms with timeless pieces of furniture, 4 of which offer a panoramic view of the medieval hill top town of Châteauneuf.
We love : the tasty dishes served up by the talented chef Thomas Braghi in the restaurant Lassey.
Château de Couches
At the Château de Couches between the towns of Autun and Châlon-sur-Saône on the A6 motorway, you will experience an exceptional overnight stay in one of the 3 guest rooms. The next morning choose from a range of activities : tour of the medieval fortress (don't miss the superb Aubusson tapestry), wine tasting of the estate's wines, or a relaxing walk through the gardens.
We love: a meal at the restaurant inside the château's former stables.
Château de Saulon
Ideally located between Dijon and Beaune, this hotel on a 17th-century parkland estate, offers a relaxing retreat for a Burgundy getaway. Spend a peaceful night in one of the 42 elegantly renovated rooms after a day out sightseeing.
We love: gourmet dining at the Restaurant "Deux Rivières" where the chef serves delicious locally-grown seasonal food with a comprehensive Burgundy wine list.
Château de Rosières
Bertrand and Odile welcome you all year round in their bed and breakfast in the countryside between Dijon and Gray. Choose from 3 tastefully decorated rooms and a suite in this 14th century castle for a timeless experience.
We love : the peaceful hiking and cycling trails alongside the canal.
Château de Vault de Lugny
The 5 star Château de Vault de Lugny just oozes the charm of French art-de-vivre: moats filled with water and lily pads, a keep classified as a Historic Monument, beautiful grounds with a trout river, not forgetting bedrooms with fairy -tale four-poster beds.
We love : the Michelin-starred restaurant where chef Franco Bowanee is in charge.
Commanderie de la Romagne - Xavier Quenot
It is like stepping back in time when you walk into this incredible bed and breakfast located in the countryside just over half an hour's drive from Dijon. You can choose from a room, a suite and even an apartment for a family of 5 for your stay in this former building dating back from at least 1144 and which belonged to a French military order.
We love : the warm welcome by Xavier in this amazing place.
Château de Chailly
This ancient 16th-century fortress is now a luxurious holiday destination. The château has 45 rooms and suites, some with modern decoration and others with a more historic, "château" feel to them. This château is ideally placed close to two of Burgundy's most popular tourist areas, the beautiful natural Morvan park and Dijon and the Route des Grands Crus , for some great wine tasting experiences.
We love : practising our swings on the 18-hole golf course.
Château de Cîteaux - La Cueillette
This 19th century 4 star château set in the midst of the iconic Meursault vines is the place for the ultimate experience of Burgundian art-de-vivre. Unerneath the chateau are some of the world's largest Cistercian cellars. Linger over a meal at Le Bistrot de la Cueillette outside on the terrace in summer months or inside by a roaring fire in coler months.
We love : chilling in Burgundy's biggest spa with Cueillette® 's ownunique spa treatments made from locally grown red berries.