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Ancient castle on the doorstep of the French Alps - Refundable hotel
Château des Comtes de Challes, Savoie, France
Property details
A storied 15th-century château set within beautiful grounds close to the town of Chambéry, the gateway to the French Alps – includes breakfast, a wine tasting and more. Refundable hotel - book with confidence
- Historic hotel: Just a few minutes from the centre of Chambéry, a historic town famous as the capital of Savoie, Château des Comtes de Challes is an opulent pile with fascinating history. Once home to the Counts of Challes, the 15th-century mansion has been given a romantic face lift with modern interiors and all the comforts you’ll need.
- Celebrated dining: The gourmet restaurant is widely acclaimed by the Michelin guide and Gault & Millau for its fine French cuisine, using fresh fruit and vegetables sourced daily from the local markets and other products from around the region, including wines - in fact, you'll indulge in a wine tasting session in the hotel's lavish wine cellar during your stay.
- Wellness facilities: There’s a massage therapist on call if you’d like to indulge in a relaxing treatment, and an outdoor swimming pool for warmer days. The hotel also makes its own lavender honey – you can see the hives – and it’s possible to take a self-guided tour of the château and its two hectares of parkland.
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Pet-friendly
- Parking
- Outdoor pool (open seasonally)
How to get there
The château can be found in the suburb of Challes-les-Eaux, on the outskirts of Chambéry. Chambéry has its own airport with seasonal flights from the UK, or you can fly into Lyon or Grenoble, both just over an hour away. Chambéry train station is about 15 minutes’ drive from the hotel. The hotel has parking available on site for no charge if you plan to drive.
Good to know
To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe, and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Pet-friendly
- Parking
- Outdoor pool (open seasonally)
How to get there
The château can be found in the suburb of Challes-les-Eaux, on the outskirts of Chambéry. Chambéry has its own airport with seasonal flights from the UK, or you can fly into Lyon or Grenoble, both just over an hour away. Chambéry train station is about 15 minutes’ drive from the hotel. The hotel has parking available on site for no charge if you plan to drive.
Good to know
To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe, and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.
Entry requirements
The passport, visa and health requirements (including those related to COVID-19) at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel.
- Historic hotel: Just a few minutes from the centre of Chambéry, a historic town famous as the capital of Savoie, Château des Comtes de Challes is an opulent pile with fascinating history. Once home to the Counts of Challes, the 15th-century mansion has been given a romantic face lift with modern interiors and all the comforts you’ll need.
- Celebrated dining: The gourmet restaurant is widely acclaimed by the Michelin guide and Gault & Millau for its fine French cuisine, using fresh fruit and vegetables sourced daily from the local markets and other products from around the region, including wines - in fact, you'll indulge in a wine tasting session in the hotel's lavish wine cellar during your stay.
- Wellness facilities: There’s a massage therapist on call if you’d like to indulge in a relaxing treatment, and an outdoor swimming pool for warmer days. The hotel also makes its own lavender honey – you can see the hives – and it’s possible to take a self-guided tour of the château and its two hectares of parkland.
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Pet-friendly
- Parking
- Outdoor pool (open seasonally)
How to get there
The château can be found in the suburb of Challes-les-Eaux, on the outskirts of Chambéry. Chambéry has its own airport with seasonal flights from the UK, or you can fly into Lyon or Grenoble, both just over an hour away. Chambéry train station is about 15 minutes’ drive from the hotel. The hotel has parking available on site for no charge if you plan to drive.
Good to know
To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe, and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Pet-friendly
- Parking
- Outdoor pool (open seasonally)
How to get there
The château can be found in the suburb of Challes-les-Eaux, on the outskirts of Chambéry. Chambéry has its own airport with seasonal flights from the UK, or you can fly into Lyon or Grenoble, both just over an hour away. Chambéry train station is about 15 minutes’ drive from the hotel. The hotel has parking available on site for no charge if you plan to drive.
Good to know
To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe, and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.
Entry requirements
The passport, visa and health requirements (including those related to COVID-19) at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel.
Location and what's nearby
247 Montée du Château, 73190 Challes-les-Eaux, France
Challes-les-Eaux is just south of Chambéry, a surprisingly beautiful town offering a lot to keep visitors occupied at any time of the year. The capital of Savoie has seen a tumultuous history, which has left behind medieval châteaux and grand townhouses, a uniquely decorated cathedral and impressive fountains (don’t miss the elephants). The town sits on flat plain nestled between Chartreuse and the Massif des Bauges, with mountains cradling it and providing endless opportunities for hiking, cycling (on and off road) and in season, winter sports. Shimmering just north of the town is Lac de Bourget, which offers further entertainment and a clutch of lovely restaurants around its shores.