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Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien

4.0 star property
Hotel in Amboise with full-service spa and sauna

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby sitting area
Executive Double Room | Bathroom
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 19 per person)
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool

Explore the area

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25 Rue Rabelais, Amboise, 37400
  • Place, Château d'Amboise
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clos Lucé Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Château-Gaillard
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Jetted bath
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Garden View (Prestige)

Double Room, Garden View (Prestige)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room (Privilege)

Double Room (Privilege)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room, Garden View

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Jetted bath
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room (Garden Prestige)

Double Room (Garden Prestige)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (Prestige)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (Prestige)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Amboise

Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien places you in the centre of Amboise, steps from Chateaux de la Loire and within a short 5-minute stroll of St. Denis Church. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a bar/lounge and Access to hot tub. .A day of pampering at Spa Acr can include massages along with access to the sauna. Enjoy the sauna and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of train pick-up service. .In proximity to this 4-property class Amboise hotel you'll find Château de Chenonceau.

What's nearby

  • St. Denis Church - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Château d'Amboise - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Robert Debre Hospital Amboise - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Clos Lucé Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Château-Gaillard - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Amboise Station - 19 min walk
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pâtisserie Bigot - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Baalbeck - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot L’amboisie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chez Oscar et Suzette - Guinguette d’Amboise - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chez Hippeau - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien

Hotel in Amboise with full-service spa and sauna
Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien offers its guests a full-service spa, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A train station pick-up service, a train station drop-off service and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Amboise hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien offers 10 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Amboise hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Spa Acr. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (EUR 12 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.55 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 19 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 12.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Au Charme Rabelaisien Hotel Amboise
Au Charme Rabelaisien Hotel
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Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien Amboise
Au Charme Rabelaisien
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Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

Yep, Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien has a self car park for EUR 12.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

The closest beach to Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien is Plage de Montrichard (16.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

Yep, Spa Acr is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien have a pool?

Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from June to September.

What makes Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as Jetted bath and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Does Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

No, Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hôtel Au Charme Rabelaisien Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 133 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azadeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, service and staff was great and excellent location walking distance to the Main Street and chateau Royal
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay in Amboise

Great location and staff. Lovely breakfast. Large and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

susie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a garden room by the pool was different and lovely
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and friendly helpful staff. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, Richard was friendly and knowledgeable and very helpful. It was nice there was an elevator for our luggage! Walking distance to the Royal Chateau and dining. Had a great meal at Chez Bruno.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property run by gracious and attentive hosts. We were very happy with our spacious, very clean and comfortable room. We appreciated the off-street private parking as well. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ian, Downers Grove

Liked: Cleanliness
Great if you want to be away from the tourist crowds but close enough to be convenient for everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a delightful property and the owners are personable and helpful. There is private off street parking. The location was excellent for walking the city. The continental breakfast was simple, but very nice. The room was spacious, clean, comfortable and quiet. We throughly enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming owners of this charming local hotel, Loved the location and the room was updated, clean and spacious. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Rhinebeck

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful! Eclectic and beautifully decorated, with a comforable bed and amazing shower in our room. We loved the breakfast buffet and wonderfully kind staff. Walkable to everything in town, but far enough out to be quiet. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was conveniently located to downtown shopping and dining, easy walk from the train station. The staff was incredibly welcoming, kept our luggage while we toured the area before check-in, and served a nice breakfast. Our room was at the top of the hotel, very nice size, perfectly equipped, and comfortable bed. It had a great view of the chateau! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mike

Travelled with partner
Very nice hotel very close to the town center and the Royal Château. Good breakfast, pool, parking… what not to like 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dulcy

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

The hotel is lovely and the staff superb! It is eclectically decorated - tres Francais! Breakfast was wonderful as well - fresh and delivered to our room by request every day. My only critique is that the front room on the first floor facing the street can get noisy. So either close your window or ask for a garden room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

chad, Mclean

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had ticks and spiders and manager said the Americans brought it, rude disgusting people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely, staff were very friendly and spoke excellent English. Great location and easy to walk to everything in the town. Only disappointment was that the pool wasn't heated in May. Would highly recommend this beautiful hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hospitality

The service at this hotel was exceptional. We received a really warm welcome when we arrived and, throughout our stay, nothing was too mucb trouble. The room was very comfortable and the hotel was exceptionally clean. A very nice stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020