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Le Grand Monarque

4.0 star property
A charming hotel near Château Azay-Le-Rideau where travelers can explore historic French countryside by bicycle and enjoy evening drinks in a welcoming atmosphere

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Le Grand Monarque provides an eco-friendly base near the Valley of the Goupillières and Château de l'Islette. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi, park their bicycles on-site for countryside adventures, and unwind with drinks at the hotel's bar after a day of exploration.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
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About this property

Le Grand Monarque

  • Upscale hotel near Château Azay-Le-Rideau
  • Located close to Valley of the Goupillières and Château de l'Islette, Le Grand Monarque provides a bar and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
    • Secured bicycle storage, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
    • Meeting rooms, a computer station, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Le Grand Monarque offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Tubs or showers and hair dryers
    • 26-inch TVs with digital channels
    • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 26:
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 8.00 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 8.5 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 7 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 8.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Frequently asked questions

Is Le Grand Monarque pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 8.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Grand Monarque?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Grand Monarque on May 25, 2026 start from $138, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 7 per day.

What time is check-in at Le Grand Monarque?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Le Grand Monarque?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Le Grand Monarque located?

Located in the heart of Azay-le-Rideau, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Château Azay-Le-Rideau and Valley of the Goupillières. Château de l'Islette and Château de Langeais are also within 9 mi (15 km). Azay-le-Rideau Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 315 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Very clean rooms and within walking distance of restaurants. Private parking within grounds of the hotel Very good breakfast We were well looked after by the hosts Would definitely rebook Bela
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel in Azay-le Rideau if you want to see the castle. Staff was fantastic and offered great restaurants recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic building at the heart of the town w easy walkability to eats. Map of must sees was provided. & staff lovely!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Huge rooms. Friendly. Accessible. Parking on premises. Great tips on where to eat. Lovely breakfast. Relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful hotel

Great customer service. Accommodating attitudes. Breakfast was wonderful - scrambled eggs to order. Big plus was the parking across the street in a secured court yard
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just brilliant. Le Grand Monarque was recommended by a friend in the UK who stays there regularly. He really did us a favour as it is a fabulous and very interesting hotel with exceptional staff (especially Natalie on Reception). The parking is great value at €7 per night and the breakfast was delicious and nicely varied. Located in the centre of the small town of Azay-le-Rideu this hotel is an absolute gem.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed at Le Grand Monarque, Azay-le-Rideau for 3 nights. Everything was great: central location, large room, very quiet and they have a parking location near by. All staff at the reception was wonderful but I would like to give our special thanks to Isabelle. She was above and beyond making recommendations, booking restaurants, suggesting stores and point if interests. Thank you, Isabelle for your fantastic job!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

High marks.

A lovely stay, and the staff could not possibly be nicer or more helpful. This is a historic property that forms its own compound in the heart of the pleasant village of Azay-le-Rideau. The hotel is a short walk from one of the most splendid of the Loire chateaux, and is aso centrally located for daytrips throughout the region. Our room was large and comfortable, if a bit sparsely furnished. The bathroom was quite new, modern, and well-fitted out. We'd happily have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel for a one night stopover in a beautiful lication
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Clean, great shower pressure, comfortable beds. Lovely courtyard, locked bicycle storage included. We enjoyed our stay very much, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Service. Room standard
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely old Relais de Poste, converted into a luxurious property. Everything was great. Nice sized rooms, lobby, bar, and breakfast. A fantastic location a few minutes walk from great restaurants and the Cheap Away le Rideau. An EXCELLENT value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful experience.

I’m not usually compelled to leave reviews for goods and services I use but this place was so cool. It’s in the center of this amazing little midlevel town and a renovated 18th century manor but with all the comforts of a new hotel. They did a great job preserving the history while modernizing. Room and furniture was emasculate and the air conditioning was superb. The staff were very attentive, professional, and helpful. Breakfast and dining area were great! Highly recommend this place. A+
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambres spacieux et sympas. Très bien chauffées et isolées pour un bel endroit calme et soigné
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tout était parfait
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Lakbira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Très bel hôtel, personnel aux petits soins avec les clients. Je recommande
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
O quarto e as jnstalaçoes são impecáveis. O atendimento é a acolhida muito boa!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Conforto e beleza do quarto, a grande gentileza do staff. A localização, na praça principal, 2 minutos de caminhada para o Chateau
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOSEPHINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent de A à Z, je ne peux rien dire de plus. Je recommande cet hôtel avec plaisir.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

françois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
bon petit dejeuner
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
De passage a Azay le rideau De l'accueil, a la chambre en passant par le petit déjeuner parfait. Nous recommandons cet hôtel..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Etape de charme, accueil et service professionnels, très bonne literie
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beau et confortable. Personnel courtois; a recommander
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
très agréable séjour, excellent hôtel, calme et confortable, à revenir
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
super hôtel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025