Fontevraud L'Ermitage Hotel - Fontevraud-l'Abbaye

4-star hotel inside the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud with exclusive nighttime access to the Abbey grounds

Exclusive Abbey Access & Cultural Programs

Guests of Fontevraud L'Ermitage receive free access to the Abbey included in the rate and can walk the grounds until midnight, long after the public has left. The hotel also provides exclusive nighttime access to Abbey grounds for hotel guests alone, plus free access to cultural events and programs on site. Temporary art galleries and live music performances take place within the historic setting, and bike tours, walking tours, and tour or class about local culture are available from the hotel.

Rooms with Thoughtful Design

Fontevraud l ermitage offers 54 uniquely designed rooms that emphasize comfort and tranquility, each furnished with custom-designed furniture and decor from recognized designers. The private bathrooms include a shower, free toiletries, a desk, safe, and ironing facilities, while the rooms are allergy-free and soundproofed. Some rooms open onto garden views, and the hotel provides accessible rooms with lower bathroom sinks, raised toilets, and grab rails.

Michelin-Starred Dining & Local Products

The on-site gourmet restaurant holds 1 Michelin Star and 3 Gault & Millau Toques, serving contemporary French cuisine created by Chef Thibaut Ruggeri. A selection of local products features prominently in the menu, and the hotel maintains a high ratio of local product usage in all dining offerings. Guests can also order wine/champagne, special diet menus, kids' meals, and breakfast in the room, though the gastronomic restaurant must be booked prior to the stay.

On-Site Wellness & Activities

Fontevraud L'Ermitage provides wellness services including back massage, foot massage, full body massage, hand massage, head massage, neck massage, and a fitness area with a rowing machine. Guests can borrow bikes from the hotel, play golf at a nearby course, or go horseback riding in the surrounding Loire Valley. Outdoor furniture, a picnic area, and a sun terrace complete the grounds, and a well-stocked library and reading area offer quiet downtime.

Services for a Relaxed Stay

The hotel provides free secured on-site parking, a shuttle service to carry luggage from the car park, and 24-hour front desk with concierge service and luggage storage. Daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, laundry, and ironing service are available, while the hotel has family rooms and board games/puzzles for children. Fontevraud L'Ermitage also operates a shared lounge/TV area, a bar, and offers packed lunches and room service for guests who prefer to eat in.

• Location: Inside the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, 12 miles from Saumur and Chinon
• Rooms: 54 rooms with custom-designed furniture from recognized designers
• Dining: Michelin-starred restaurant by Chef Thibaut Ruggeri
• Cultural Access: Free Abbey admission & after-hours access until midnight
• Wellness: Massage treatments, fitness room, bike rentals
• Eco-Friendly: Allergy-free rooms, sustainable practices, local product sourcing
• Family: Family rooms, board games, kids' meals, picnic area