Azay-le-Rideau

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#LifeAtExpedia The magnificent Chateau D'Azay-le-Rideau, one of many sites in the Loire Valley. Take a couple of days to see the main Chateaux, including Chenonceau, Cheverney, Chambord, Amboise, etc. and to taste some of the local and cheeses!
#LifeAtExpedia The magnificent Chateau D'Azay-le-Rideau, one of many sites in the Loire Valley. Take a couple of days to see the main Chateaux, including Chenonceau, Cheverney, Chambord, Amboise, etc. and to taste some of the local and cheeses!
Azay-le-Rideau is renowned for its magnificent Renaissance château, a dreamy fairy-tale-like building that is surrounded by a moat and lovely gardens. The Château d'Azay-le-Rideau was built in the 16th century by a wealthy financier. The design of this stately château was greatly influenced by Italian architecture. The most notable features on the ground floor are the rib-vaulted kitchen and the dining room with a richly decorated chimney and numerous tapestries. Sumptuous Renaissance furniture and paintings decorate the reception rooms. In the town of Azay-le-Rideau, there is an interesting church, the Eglise Saint-Symphorien, that blends Romanesque and Gothic styles. The facade of the south aisle reveals remains of Carolingian reliefs. In the nearby Château of Saché, the famous author Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) wrote some of his novels. The room where Balzac worked has been preserved as it was.
We didn't find out what these creative street decorations were celebrating, but we loved them!
Château d’Azay-le-Rideau was actually built on a small island in the middle of the Indre river, making it look like it raises straight out of the waters. Located between Tours and Chinon, the château is like something out of a fairy tale, a perfect example of the charm and elegance of the Renaissance era. Read more about it here: http://www.travelnotesandbeyond.com/weekly-postcard-chateau-dazay-le-rideau/
Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance

Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance

4 out of 5
Rue des Fontaines Azay-le-Rideau Indre-et-Loire
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Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection

Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection

4 out of 5
57 Rue Groison Tours Indre-et-Loire
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9/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
We stayed here on our travels to/from UK to Alicante. All I can say is the service & food was amazing. Would definitely recommend this hotel. The grounds are also amazing

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Westotel Tours Val de Loire

Westotel Tours Val de Loire

4 out of 5
10 Rue Marie de Lorraine La Ville-aux-Dames Indre-et-Loire
The price is €73 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€73
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (778 reviews)
The room and hotel were clean and well presented, with the exception of the swimming pool which looked in dire need of refurbishment. The restaurant was a stark soulless room devoid of any character or coziness. The menu was rather limited also

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

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Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance

4 out of 5
Rue des Fontaines Azay-le-Rideau Indre-et-Loire
Stay at this spa residence in Azay-le-Rideau. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Château Azay-Le-Rideau and ...
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Nemea Appart Hotel Quai Victor Tours Centre

Nemea Appart Hotel Quai Victor Tours Centre

3 out of 5
6 Rue Marcel Tribut Tours
Stay at this 3-star residence in Tours. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Tours Fine Arts Museum and Château ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (484 reviews)
average room is not super clean

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Appart Hotel Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres

Appart Hotel Odalys City Tours Le Jardin des Lettres

49 bis Boulevard de Preuilly Tours Indre-et-Loire
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8.4/10 Very Good! (534 reviews)
Staff helpful and friendly. More information about parking before arrival would have been helpful (cannot park until you've checked in!). Room is quite simple and rather dated. Kitchenette provided but notices state you must clean kitchen or be charged an additional €30. Felt in some ways more like ...

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Full day tour on sidecar from Tours

Full day tour on sidecar from Tours

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Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Private Guided Tour with Ticket

Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Private Guided Tour with Ticket

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Away-le-Rideau is one of our favourites in the Loire valley. This was a stopover on this trip but we will return for a more leisurely stay

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It’s a charming village with lots of restaurants, and many nearby chateaux etc

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