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Gault&Millau's review 2025
Prestige Hotel
Not far from Alençon and its Museum of Fine Arts and Lace, this 15th-century castle lay abandoned for many years before being brought back to life 25 years ago, thanks to the efforts of Charles-Henry and Ségolène de Valbray. Completely charmed by the place, the couple decided to restore it by creating 11 guest rooms and suites for visiting guests, all in a chic and laid-back atmosphere. Success was immediate, and every year more and more loyal guests choose to stay in these uniquely different retreats: Henri IV-era, 19th-century, or contemporary. In the grounds, the “Datcha” suite is a wooden cabin with a private sauna and jacuzzi. After sharing a drink with the hosts, dinner is served in the sumptuous dining room by candlelight, while the children finish their meal together in an adjoining room. There’s nothing quite like it for building connections before gathering the next day by the beautiful outdoor pool, nestled in the heart of the estate’s vast grounds.
