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Where to Stay in Champagne? Our 10 Most Beautiful Hotels Between Reims and Épernay

Where to Stay in Champagne? Our 10 Most Beautiful Hotels Between Reims and Épernay

From Reims—just a 35-minute TGV ride from Paris—to the hillsides of Épernay, Champagne is the perfect destination for a getaway. Historic estates, winemakers’ guesthouses, and hideaways nestled among the vineyards: here are our 10 favorite spots.

Pierre Gautrand

In the heart of the valley, autumn has painted the vineyards in shades of golden yellow and bronze. The grape harvest is over: now it’s time for wine tastings and the pleasure of discovering beautiful hotels in Reims and the surrounding area.

Domaine Les Crayères in Reims

A member of Relais & Châteaux, this estate stands in the middle of a park near the most renowned champagne houses: Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger, and Ruinart. The 20 guest rooms, redecorated by Pierre-Yves Rochon, feature a bourgeois style befitting this former private mansion, where Louise Pommery lived at the beginning of the last century. The gourmet restaurant Le Parc (3 toques), with a menu curated by Christophe Moret, sits alongside a more affordable brasserie, Le Jardin (2 toques). The wine list is dizzying, with over 60,000 selections. The setting invites daydreaming and immerses visitors in a delightfully old-fashioned atmosphere.

  • Where? 64 Boulevard Henry Vasnier, 51100 Reims
  • Starting at €737 per night
  • I want to visit Domaine Les Crayères

Les Crayères   Chambre Prestige 25 Victoria @anne Emmanuelle Thion© Anne Emmanuelle Thion

The Chanzy Barracks in Reims

Just a stone’s throw from the cathedral square and its famous Smiling Angel, this former Art Deco fire station from the 1920s was beautifully transformed in 2019. Its 89 guest rooms feature a champagne color palette in contemporary-style decor; the suites on the upper floors offer a soothing view of Notre-Dame. From the terrace of La Grande Georgette (2 toques), where Chef Julien Raphanel creates gourmet cuisine, the view takes in Reims and its landmarks. A full-service spa and a beautiful fitness center round out the experience. The location is ideal for exploring the city and sampling its local specialties.

  • Where? 18 rue Tronsson Ducoudray, 51100 Reims
  • Starting at €202 per night
  • I want to go to La Caserne Chanzy

3 Chambre Skyline Double Caserne Chanzy Reims ©naiim De La Lisière© Naiim de la Lisière

Le Numéro 3 by Champagne Thiénot in Reims

A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World network, this 5-star property with 12 rooms and one suite will charm travelers seeking refinement in the heart of the City of Coronations. Champagne hues take center stage: light wood and dusty pink fabrics create a soothing atmosphere, and a high-end spa offers a relaxing escape. From this haven of peace, guests can set out to explore the historic center: the former residence of the Counts of Champagne, the Le Vergeur Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. A tour of the Thiénot estate then offers a glimpse into the secrets of champagne production.

  • Where? 3 rue du Marc, 51100 Reims

Le Cloître Final   Le Numéro 3 Par Champagne Thiénot

La Demeure des Sacres in Reims

This magnificent turn-of-the-century townhouse, converted into a guesthouse in 2013, stands on the avenue leading to the cathedral, just a stone’s throw from the Museum of Fine Arts. The original Art Deco decor has been preserved in the common lounge, where breakfast is served. Each of the four guest rooms has its own unique character: contemporary furnishings and minimalist bathrooms complement the building’s historic features, including spacious rooms, light-colored hardwood floors, and fireplaces. For a relaxing break, guests can reserve exclusive use of the spa; on sunny days, a pleasant, tree-lined garden awaits you.

  • Where? 29 rue Libergier, 51100 Reims
  • Starting at €270 per night
  • I want to visit La Demeure des Sacres

Demeure Des Sacres Salon Unique Min

La Villa Eugène in Épernay

This imposing 19th-century mansion, formerly owned by the Mercier family, stands on the prestigious Avenue de Champagne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This 5-star hotel embodies the French art of living: its 15 rooms exude a comforting elegance, featuring shades of cream accented with gold leaf, and bathrooms finished in marble or white ceramic tiles. The pride of the property? A period glass roof adorned with an Art Nouveau mosaic, opening onto a 5,000 m² wooded park, perfect for strolls. The very British-style bar invites guests to enjoy lovely evenings in its club armchairs. On sunny days, the terrace comes alive around the heated outdoor pool, the hot tub, and the sauna.

  • Where? Avenue de Champagne, 51200 Épernay
  • Starting at €197 per night
  • I want to stay at La Villa Eugène

La Villa Eugene Hotel 5 Etoiles Luxe

Le 25 bis by Leclerc Briant in Épernay

This 18th-century mansion, located on Avenue de Champagne, belongs to the Leclerc Briant estate. As a guesthouse, it exudes discretion and elegance. Meals are served in the large dining room on the ground floor, adorned with a magnificent mural. The five rooms on the first floor feature a palette of soft hues and blend antique furniture with contemporary design, creating a peaceful atmosphere. To learn more about the region and its famous wine, the Leclerc Briant estate, located west of Épernay, is open for tours upon request.

  • Where? 25 bis avenue de Champagne, 51200 Épernay
  • Starting at €252 per night

Le 25 Bis by Leclerc Briant

Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa in Champillon

Perched on the hillsides of Champagne between Reims and Épernay, this monumental building—reminiscent of an amphitheater—embodies the tradition of French excellence. All 47 of its rooms overlook the valley and are decorated in the colors of champagne, cork, and gold. A 1,500 m² spa and two pools—one indoor and one outdoor—make it the perfect getaway. At the gourmet restaurant Le Royal (3 toques), Christophe Raoux’s seasonal menus are paired with Champagne wines. A timeless place that charms in every season.

Le Royal Champagne

Les Avisés in Avize

On the Jacques Selosse family estate in Avize, in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, the Les Avisés guesthouse is well worth a stop. This beautiful Champagne-style mansion with its immaculate façade offers 10 spacious rooms named after festive toasts (such as “Tchin!”, “Salute!”, “Prosit!”, or “Kampaï!”) in a family-friendly atmosphere. Every morning, a gourmet breakfast is served around the large table; upon reservation, Stéphane Rossillon prepares daily-changing menus at the two-toque restaurant Les Avisés. A spa with a jacuzzi and sauna rounds out this epicurean getaway in the heart of the vineyards.

  • Where? 59 rue de Cramant, 51190 Avize
  • Starting at €250 per night

Les Avisés ©dr

L’Hostellerie La Briqueterie in Vinay

Nestled just a few minutes from Épernay, this charming estate—a member of Relais & Châteaux—reopened in the spring of 2024 after a complete renovation. Set amid a four-hectare park where the rose garden meets the vineyards, its 40 individually decorated rooms and suites offer a peaceful retreat just an hour and a half from Paris. The Maison Caulières Spa features a heated indoor pool, a hammam, a sauna, and a jacuzzi. At the hotel’s restaurant, seasonal French cuisine is paired with an excellent wine list, and guests can extend their evening with an aperitif by the fireplace or on the terrace. This 5-star hotel also welcomes families with a free kids’ club.

  • Where? 4 route de Sézanne, 51530 Vinay
  • Starting at €188 per night
  • I want to go to La Briqueterie

Hostellerie Briqueterie

Le Loisium Champagne in Mutigny

On the hill of Mutigny, ten minutes from Épernay, the undulating silhouette of this wooden building blends seamlessly into the vineyards and forest. Opened in late 2022, this 4-star hotel has joined the Austrian collection dedicated to wine tourism and wellness, which already has locations in Langenlois, Lower Austria, and Southern Styria. The Scandinavian design by Jouin-Manku features shades of green; the 101 wood-paneled rooms open onto the vineyard. A 1,000 m² spa features a hammam, sauna, and sanarium, along with a year-round heated outdoor pool accessible from inside. At La Table des Amis, Chef Nicolas Nguyen prepares dishes using ingredients sourced from within an 80-km radius, and a sommelier poetically describes the wines. The hotel’s beehives round out its sustainable approach.

  • Where? 1 allée de la Sapinière, 51160 Mutigny
  • Starting at €220 per night

Loisium Champagne Chambre ©dr

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