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L'EssenCiel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Piré-Chancé with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, prenatal massages
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner, brunch served; French cuisine
Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Garden
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$403
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

Map
Domaine du Château des pères, Route de Boistrudan, Piré-Chancé, Ille-et-Vilaine, 35150
  • Place de la Gare
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Parc Expo Rennes
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Rennes Cathedral
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Rennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (Nid Celeste)

Double or Twin Room (Nid Celeste)

Double or Twin Room (Nid Celeste)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room (Nid Sur les Bois) garden level

Double Room (Nid Sur les Bois) garden level

Double Room (Nid Sur les Bois) garden level

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room (Nid Azur)

View from room

Double Room (Nid Azur)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (Nid Horizon)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Double or Twin Room (Nid Horizon)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Room (Nid Essence) garden level

Room (Nid Essence) garden level

Room (Nid Essence) garden level

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Pire-sur-Seiche

At L'EssenCiel, you'll be 26.3 km (16.3 mi) from Parc Expo Rennes. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Spa L'EssenCiel x Codage can include prenatal massages, body scrubs and Ayurvedic treatments. The fine-dining restaurant, La Tables des Pères, is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of train pick-up service. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Piré-Chancé hotel include Enigmaparc and The Fairies' Rock.

What's nearby

  • Place de la Gare - 29 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Roazhon Park - 29 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Parc Expo Rennes - 31 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Rennes Cathedral - 31 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Le Couvent des Jacobins - 32 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Janze Station - 9 min drive
  • Rennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Enigmaparc - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Villa Rossa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Giopepe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive

About this property

L'EssenCiel

Hotel in Piré-Chancé with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
L'EssenCiel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and 8 meeting rooms are available. A sauna, spa services, and a library are also featured at L'EssenCiel. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Piré-Chancé hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2022
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
L'EssenCiel offers 42 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable televisions are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers.

This Piré-Chancé hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Spa L'EssenCiel x Codage has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • La Tables des Pères
  • Le Re-Père

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Prenatal massages
  • 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 train station shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2022
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 10 June to 10 June:
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from 1 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 1.32 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 20 per person

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 high chair
This property accepts credit cards, ANCV Cheques-vacances and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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 high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, ANCV Chèques-vacances and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

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.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

L'EssenCiel Hotel
L'EssenCiel Piré-Chancé
L'EssenCiel Hotel Piré-Chancé

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at L'EssenCiel?

Yep, L'EssenCiel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at L'EssenCiel?

As of 14 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'EssenCiel on 29 June 2025 start from AU$398.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at L'EssenCiel?

Yep, Spa L'EssenCiel x Codage is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as prenatal massages.

Does L'EssenCiel have a pool?

L'EssenCiel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from December 1 2025 until January 11 2026 (completion date subject to change).

What luxury perks are available at L'EssenCiel?

L'EssenCiel features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes L'EssenCiel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at L'EssenCiel.

Does L'EssenCiel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at L'EssenCiel?

No, L'EssenCiel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at L'EssenCiel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at L'EssenCiel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at L'EssenCiel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

L'EssenCiel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and memorable stay. Unique design. Would return and stay longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Che Tun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing! Stunning views from the nest and the staff were so helpful! We ate at La Table des Pères which was also wonderful! We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible and magical hotel. Absolutely, the very best hotel I have stayed at, in France. The staff were Excellent. The property grounds is Amazing. Very clean, very safe, very quiet. Parking was excellent. We stayed in one of the modern-art-like "Pods" and it was a very unique and memorable experience. The pool/spa area was also a delight. Highest accolades possible. Thank you for an incredible stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Unusual hotel

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Amazing. Quirky hotel. Lovely room. Very quiet. Best meal ever at the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Interesting concept poorly executed.

It's a fun place to stay and if your motive is visiting the fine restaurant on site and taking selfies, then it works for a night. However whether it is due to the weight restrictions of the pods, or some financial issues, the finish of the decoration is not up to standard. This is a €300 a night hotel, and I fully expect them to increase this rate in the near future. The finish in the rooms though is akin to a €80-120 roadside motel. Cheap chip board and cheap plastic everywhere, not I do not mean anything custom designed. The double beds are two singles pushed together- unforgivable. The toilet seat the cheapest plastic you could find in Lidl middle isle. Nice to have a Nespresso machine, however 2 pods total? Most hotels would give you a selection and perhaps even a dash of milk if so desired. It is quite possible for the rooms to be plastic filled to reduce weight and yet remain stylish. However little thought has gone into this which is a shame. I do not think I am alone in saying this as well - a staff member told me he hears this often. On the plus side, the staff were wonderful and very helpful. On balance though I would not recommend staying here for more than one night, and only then if you are eating at the restaurant. Definitely do not expect any sort of finesse or smattering of luxury though as aside from the staff, this is not there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanish, Atherton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Séjour remarquable.

L'hôtel, les restaurants, le domaine, la serre, tout a été source de moments exceptionnels. Une grande équipe réellement compétente et très sympathique travaille sur le domaine. L'alliance entre le talent, la nature et la compétence. Un séjour d'exception que j'ai vécu grâce à eux.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Élisabeth

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Endroit magnifique et insolite, le personnel est digne de cet endroit, gentils, très professionnel et très agréables. Super spa, piscine... On y reviendra
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

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

bon hotel pour un court séjour

Hotel très agréable avec une architecture futuriste un peu à l'écart de tout mais dépaysant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent séjour que ça soit hôtel ou restaurant,avec un personnel au petit soin À refaire
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicolas

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Plutôt déçue

Nous y avons passé notre anniversaire. C'était utile de le préciser pour avoir deux chocolats. C'était notre second séjour. Je trouve que les bâtiments ne vieillissent pas bien... Si la literie et le cadre sont agréables nous nous serions passé de la chauve souris écrasée dans la charnière de la fenêtre. Quand au restaurant étoilé, une flânerie à 400€ qui ne valait pas le détour... La Rôtisserie est correcte, a condition d'expliquer à la barmaid qu'un americano peut aussi être un apéritif et non un café... Bref, même si le calme et le spa était au rendez vous, nous ne garderons pas un grand souvenir de notre passage et ne reviendrons pas de sitôt...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolas

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

Très agréable mais un peu cher

Les chambres "nid" sont originales et très agréables, bien équipée et avec une bonne literie. Le SPA est également au top. L'environnement est également très agréable, au calme. Cela dit, le prix reste quand même très élevé en comparaison avec ce que d'autres 4 étoiles peuvent proposer. Le petit déjeuner est correcte mais avec trop peu de choix en salé à mon gout.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024