Au Relais Saint Maurice

We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in the heart of Chinnon. The lovingly restored building is full of character, as is the excellent owner, Maurice. Our room was large, superbly furnished and comfortable and the luxurious, home made breakfast served in a magnificent dining room was a perfect start to the day. A memorable stay that leaves a smile on your face.

We stayed two nights for visiting chateaus by the Loire River. My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary, this was our first bed and breakfast experience. The place is tastefully furnished by mostly antique. Maurice is a great host, caring, cheerful, and detail oriented. Not only he helped us with our luggage but also made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Our room was on the top floor, the Agnes’ room, named after Agnes Sorel, a mistress of King Charles VII, art model who once lived there. The house was from 14th century, Maurice purchased it in 2015 and renovated it. He has done it very well. Our room was much larger than the ones we had in Paris, a tapestry and a portrait of a woman from medieval times decorated the walls. In addition to a coffee table set, there were an ottoman chair and two luggage chairs, a writing desk, a dresser, and closet cabinet. There were much more than ordinary supplies, such as an ice pillow, not to mention that coffee cups, a coffee maker, and wine glasses. We had a modern shower with good water pressure and water closet in the room, and a vanity table had abundant supplies. The bed was firm and comfortable. You would definitely feel the host’s hospitality, care, and love. I especially loved the windows on the roof. There were countless choices for breakfast: croissants, coffee, tea, crepes, milk, three fruit juices, scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, sausage, hams, jams, peaches and grapes, and several cakes, yogurt and more…to our surprise, silver utensils and linens were used. Maurice poured coffee and hot milk for us. We used to help ourselves with coffee machines in Paris. His breakfast was indeed impressive and noteworthy. Merci, Maurice.

This was our third visit to this beautiful medieval house and we still think it's one of the best places we have stayed in in France. We have stayed in three different rooms, Claude this time, and they are all very spacious, wonderfully furnished with huge bathrooms. As ever, the breakfast is magnificent, with a huge array of meats, cheeses, smoked salmon, breads, home made cakes and pastries, crepes and more. An innovation this year was scrambled eggs and sausages. Maurice is a wonderful, friendly, cheerful host, who apart from some help cleaning the rooms, appears to run the place single handed. A real labour of love. It is also wonderfully located in a picturesque street, a short walk from all the attractions and fine restaurants in Chinon. We'll be back!

Of the 8 nights spent in France at 6 different hotels, this was by far the best room we stayed in. Room is very large and very well equipped, bed and pillows super comfortable, and large separate bathroom. Host is very friendly and breakfast selections are immense. Parking is right behind in a private garage. Would definitely stay again.

Superb, elegant boutique hotel Au Relais Saint Maurice is a treat for all of the senses. Besides being impeccably decorated, this sweet hotel offers tremendously comfortable rooms, a fabulous breakfast and a truly charming host. It’s location is ideal, too. And right across the street is one of the best restaurants we’ve experienced in our 8 years in France! We’ll return soon.