Where to Eat and Stay in the Pays de la Loire
A selection of quality hotels and restaurants plus some outstanding producers
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TOWN CENTRE HOTELS
Hôtel de Paris, Laval
This hotel with a sharp contemporary design on rue de la Paix offers an ideal central location from which to explore Laval and beyond. www.hotel-laval.fr
Hôtel Périer du Bignon, Laval
The Périer du Bignon is a great place from which to enjoy Laval and then return home to take advantage of the hotel’s exceptional spa facilities. www.hotelperierdubignon.fr
De la Terre à la Lune, Nantes
Spend a night under the stars in the studio of Jules Verne, surrounded by unusual objects evoking the wonder he created in his novels. www.nantes-tourisme.com
Hôtel Périer du Bignon
Hôtel La Pérouse, Nantes
Stepping onto the gangplank that leads through the doors of this hotel in Nantes is like stepping aboard a luxury 1930s ocean liner. www.hotel-laperouse.fr
Hôtel Sozo, Nantes
This 4-star hotel near Gare de Nantes is an artistic cocoon based within a converted 19th-century chapel. www.sozohotel.fr
Hôtel Radisson Blu, Nantes
The former law courts have been put to use here to create a 4-star hotel in the heart of the city centre. www.radissonblu.com
Hôtel Mercure Majestic, La Baule
You can’t get much closer to the shoreline of La Baule than Mercure Majestic, in the heart of the bay. www.hotelmercure-labaule.com
La Baule’s Mercure Majestic
Hôtel Barrière L’Hermitage, La Baule
Modernity meets authenticity overlooking the sweeping bay. www.hotelsbarriere.com
Hôtel Le Royal, La Baule
Inspired by the gleaming blues and whites of the salt marshes on which this resort built its wealth, Le Royal offers spa treatments and fine dining. www.hotelsbarriere.com
Castel Marie-Louise, La Baule
Set a little further back from the seafront, this sumptuous property offers timeless elegance surrounded by a wooded park. www.hotelsbarriere.com
COUNTRYSIDE HOTELS
Château de la Cour, Sainte-Gemmes-le-Robert
Dating back to the 13th century, Château de la Cour partners historical elegance with modern comfort. www.chateau-de-la-cour.com
La Villa Cheminée
This tiny villa created as part of the Estuaire 2009 festival overlooks the Loire some 30km from Nantes. www.nantes-tourisme.com
Auberge La Fontaine aux Bretons, Pornic
The roaring fire makes this the perfect place to relax after a busy day. www.auberge-la-fontaine.com
Auberge La Fontaine aux Bretons
WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
Bouvet Ladubay
Discover how award-winning Crémants de Loire are made with cellar tours and tastings available all year round at this first-class winery in the heart of the Saumur AOC. www.bouvetladubay.com
L’Esprit Cuisine, Laval
Fine dining in a contemporary setting on rue Mazagran in the heart of Laval, with a kitchen that opens out onto the restaurant so you can see your meal being prepared. www.lespritcuisine.fr
Au Relais du Gué-de-Selle, Mézangers
Set in a landscaped environment on the shore of a small lake, this kitchen specialises in local, seasonal produce, all whipped up with the very best French savoir-faire. www.relais-du-gue-de-selle.com
La Cigale, Nantes
The beautifully tiled walls and intricately decorated ceilings almost distract from the delicious meals cooked by the hugely talented chefs. Booking ahead is essential for this very popular restaurant. www.lacigale.com
Atlantide 1874 Maison Guého, Nantes
Delicious seafood served on the coast right within easy walking distance of the Jules Verne museum. www.restaurant-atlantide.net
Le Poisson Paré, Nantes
Fish restaurant that serves fish and chips daily, but with a French twist. www.poissonpare.com
La Civelle, Trentemoult
La Civelle’s riverbank tables are the perfect place to enjoy a meal in the sunshine while watching the river. www.la-civelle.com
Hôtel Restaurant Roc Maria, Guérande
A delightful 15th-century stone building that is home to delicious savoury galettes, sweet crêpes and traditional Breton ciders. www.hotel-creperie-rocmaria.com
From France Today magazine
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