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Domaine des Hauts de Loire
Veuzain-sur-Loire, France · Independent · High Luxury
Domaine des Hauts de Loire began as a Loire Valley hunting lodge, rebuilt in 1860 as the Chateau du Pavillon. The Bonnigal family bought the ivy-clad manor in 1971 and opened it as a hotel in 1974, joining Relais & Chateaux that first year. The 31-room estate, now under the H8 Collection, sits in woods and lake country near Chaumont-sur-Loire, holds a MICHELIN Key, and serves chef Arthur Peta's kitchen plus a Bib Gourmand bistrot.
- 36 rooms
- Opened 1974
- Neighborhood: Onzain
- Rooms from 140 sq ft (13 m²)
About Domaine des Hauts de Loire
- The Bonnigal family opened the 1860 hunting lodge as a hotel in 1974 and joined Relais & Chateaux in that first season.
- The H8 Collection took over the 31-room estate in March 2014.
- Chef Arthur Peta leads the gastronomic kitchen; the bistrot holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand, and the hotel holds a MICHELIN Key.
- The lodge stands in a park of about 70 hectares, and its spa is by Clarins.
- Entry-level rooms start at 140 sq ft (13 m²).
History
Domaine des Hauts de Loire occupies a former hunting lodge in the Loire Valley near Onzain and Chaumont-sur-Loire, rebuilt in 1860 as the Chateau du Pavillon. The Bonnigal family acquired the ivy-clad manor and its grounds in 1971.
The family opened it as a hotel in 1974, joining Relais & Chateaux from its very first year. In March 2014 the H8 Collection took over the property, which today offers 31 rooms amid its wooded estate and lake. The restaurant lost its last Michelin star in 2025; the hotel holds a MICHELIN Key and the Bistrot des Hauts de Loire a Bib Gourmand, with chef Arthur Peta leading the gastronomic kitchen.
The setting
23.7 km from medieval Château Royal d'Amboise.
Restaurants and bars
- Gourmet restaurant — Restaurant
- The Bistro — Restaurant
Experiences
- Spa by Clarins — Beauty treatments and rituals by appointment, for hotel guests and day visitors, in a white and wood setting.
- Helicopter access — The estate has its own helipad, in partnership with Helifirst.
- Hot air balloon flight — Hot air balloon flight listed as an activity offered on the estate.
- Bike rides — Bike rides across the 70-hectare estate and on the roads of the Loire Valley; the Loire by Bike is also listed.
- Hiking and nature-focused experiences — The 70-hectare park suits hiking and nature experiences inspired by the Loire landscape; a bespoke programme can be designed.
- Kids Club — Dedicated Kids Club with games and activities for younger guests.
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free secure parking
- Own helipad (in partnership with Helifirst)
- Car rental arranged at front desk
- Air-conditioned rooms
- 70-hectare wooded park
- In-room breakfast service: €5 per person
- Early or late arrival service: €50 per hour
- Extra bed upon request: €35 per person, per day
- Adult breakfast: €29 per person, per day
- Child breakfast (ages 5 to 13): €15 per person, per day
- Pets allowed: €35 per pet, per day
- Baby cot: free
- Hot air balloon flight
- Wine Route
- Bike rides
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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