La Maison Rabelais
Location: 8 Rue Rabelais, Amboise, 37400, Amboise, FR
Star Rating: 9.2 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Recreational Opportunities: Enjoy a seasonal outdoor pool and bicycles for rent at La Maison Rabelais.
Dining and Drinks: Indulge in snacks at the on-site deli and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Central Location: Centrally located in Amboise, just a short walk from Château d'Amboise and Clos Lucé Castle.
Book your stay at La Maison Rabelais for a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration in Amboise. 🌟
Important Information
- Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
- The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to September 30.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: N/A - Anytime
Check-out: N/A
Amenities & Facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Electric car charging station
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Concierge service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Outdoor pool - seasonal
- Outdoor furniture
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Meeting rooms
- Smoke-free property
- Grocery/convenience store
- Snack bar/deli
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Pool sun loungers
- Electric car charging station
- Water dispenser
- Private picnics
- Banquet hall
- Food and water bowls
- Secured bicycle storage
- Bicycle parking available
- Coworking spaces
- Energy-saving switches
Rooms Available
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Classic Room
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Soundproofed room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Energy-saving switches
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Superior Twin Room
2 Twin Beds or 1 King Bed
Soundproofed room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); free cribs/infant beds available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Energy-saving switches
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Superior Room
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Soundproofed room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Energy-saving switches
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Family Room
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Soundproofed room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and electric kettle
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Energy-saving switches
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Basic Apartment
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Soundproofed room
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and electric kettle
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Energy-saving switches
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Basic Studio
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
323-sq-foot room with garden views
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and electric kettle
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Energy-saving switches
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Lodge
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Features a private deck/patio
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Deck or patio
- Energy-saving switches
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Executive Room
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Soundproofed room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Energy-saving switches
Guest Reviews
- Maria Luisa (10/5): Cute hotel in perfect location - Great hotel, perfectly located to walk around Amboise, good breakfast, nice staff and good WiFi connection
- Mark (10/5): - Beautiful property. We were upgraded to a studio with a view of the garden and lovely pool. Wonderful and attentive staff at the reception desk. Five minute walk to town center. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
- Robert (10/5): - Very nice property. Accessible to all major sites
- Paul (10/5): - Excellent service from every administrative person and operations staff. Ty
- Jing (10/5): - Friendly staff
- Rodrigo Hernan (10/5): - Good
- Jan (10/5): - Cleanliness. Location to restaurants and River path.
- Stella (10/5): - Great hotel in a quiet area, short walk to the city center. Spacious room, and convenient parking
- Yael (6/5): - For the high price I expected more amenities. There wasn’t only a combined hair/body wash pot. There was some instant coffee but no milk provided. Our bathroom handle was broken and after reporting it, no one was sent to fix it. This was quite dangerous. We had a room for 4 but not enough towels for all of us. The property had not received our booking from Expedia apparently and check in took a long time. The staff were great and very friendly and the pool area is nice. I wouldn’t say it was worth the money.
- Peter (10/5): - Das Hotel liegt perfekt im Herzen von Amboise. Alle Sehenswürdigkeiten sind fußläufig in wenigen Minuten zu erreichen. Es gibt einen kleinen Außenpool, ein Spa sowie alle Annehmlichkeiten, die man erwarten kann. Hervorragend ist das Personal, das höflich, aufmerksam und zuvorkommend ist. Sehr gute Restaurantsempfehlungen.
- liege xavier (10/5): - Boa localização ficando a poucas quadras do Castelo e de muitos bons restaurantes! Piscina boa é tamanho do quarto bem Confortável
- Kathleen (10/5): Great choice in Ambois - Great location. Lovely staff. Clean pool. Would return!
- Howard (10/5): Fabulous - Great hotel within easy walking distance of restaurants and attractions. Friendly staff, good sized room, great pool and excellent pastries at breakfast. Would definitely stay again
- Stephen (6/5): - Water leaking out of bathroom wall creating pool of water in bathroom - smelled dank.
- olivier (6/5): Maison Rabelais Amboise - Mon retour d'expérience sur la Maison Rabelais aurait pu être difficile si la réception n'avait pas réagit. Place parking limité et logement lodge en dessous piscine ne bénéficie pas de refroidissement pas géothermie et exposé sud avec baies vitrées et température difficilement supportable. Heureusement, j'ai pu bénéficier d'un chambre PMR dans le logement principale climatisé par géothermie.
- Alberto (10/5): - Very good location and professional staff.
- Muriel (10/5): - Hôtel très agréable et bien situé. Décoration moderne et lumineuse. Bel espace piscine.
- Annie (8/5): - Hôtel très bien situé. Chambre pas très grande mais assez confortable avec une belle salle de bains. Très bon petit déjeuner. Personnel sympathique.
- James (10/5): - Our visit here was excellent. The property seems extraordinarily new or recently refurbished. The room was quite large given its close proximity to the downtown streets of Amboise. The staff were extremely pleasant and you could tell they are well trained/coached on ensuring positive guest experience. I would highly recommend a stay here.
- Maria Giovanna (10/5): - Great location, staff is amazing, brand new, very clean and best breakfast food in our trip. Definitely recommend the hotel.
- Robert (8/5): - Quiet hotel with an excellent staff. We used La Maison Rabelais as our base of operations as we discovered the Loire Valley region. One of the things was that it was just five minutes from a river trail where I could do my morning workout.
- Todd (10/5): - Great Hotel in Super location! The Manager was absolutely incredibly nice and helpful!
- jeffrey (8/5): - Beautifully restored hotel but was very sterile maybe because it was newly opened. The halls echoed with concrete but nicely painted. Our room was on the 1st floor over the entrance which was noisy with people returning at night or children playing out front. The last day the hostess warmed when engaged. Has great potential!! Staff at desk very helpful😀
- Neta (10/5): - Great breakfast. Best hot showers in France! Staff very helpful. Lots of shops/food in walkong distance.
- VANESSA (10/5): La nouvelle pépite d'Amboise - Cet hôtel a ouvert cette année (Avril 2024) et c'est une petite pépite ! C'est un vieux bâtiment (un ancien pensionnat) qui a été rénové et transformé en hôtel. Situé dans le centre d'Amboise, à quelques minutes à pied du centre-ville. Il est pourvu d'un parking (et de bornes de recharge). Meublé et décoré avec goût et sobriété. Le personnel est très aimable et aux petits-soins ! Très bon petit-déjeuner ! La Maison Rabelais dispose d'une piscine et des lodges sont en construction. C'est un établissement que j'ai déjà recommandé autour de moi et j'espère y revenir bientôt.
- Juan Raul (10/5): Agradable, cómodo, limpio y a 8 mns del Castillo - Muy agradables las habitaciones, limpias, camas cómodas, silencioso, con una pequeña cocineta con lo básico, amplio estacionamiento, aunque afuera hay lugar para dejar el auto y es seguro, no cuenta con elevador, el personal muy atento.
- Jacqueline (8/5): - Hôtel is in a great location for exploring Ambroise. Staff very obliging and rooms brand new, clean and comfortable. However as there was no air conditioning every room had their windows wide open day and night. Outside almost finished so still a few building noises and garden improvements to be made and for this reason we didn’t use the small swimming pool available.
- Jayne (10/5): - This is a brand new hotel; yes some areas are being worked on as previous reviews advise. However, we stayed for 4 days mid August and further works I suspect had been completed. We found the hotel to be lovely. The staff were great and very helpful with things like advising on restaurants and booking cabs etc. The outdoor pool area is great, gated for safety and with the added benefit of a lift up to it. I think this is superb for those with limited mobility. The rooms are compact but well thought out and nicely decorated. It’s a 5 minute walk into the main area of Amboise. You can reach everywhere on foot. We liked it so much, we stayed another 4 days. A nice place to relax.
- MARCELLO (6/5): - Nuovo hotel, scelto per proposta interessante e curiosità. Discreta colazione e piscina esterna utile. Staff cordiale ma impossibilitato a risolvere tante piccole e grandi esigenze che si possono avere in hotel. Hanno dovuto aprire prima che la struttura fosse completata. La hall è carina e le camere sarebbero belle se fossero più complete. Mancano armadi o modi di appoggiare o conservare gli abiti per esempio. Mancano prese corrente vicino ai divano letto. Manca areazione in bagno e l'umidità è restata sempre presente con il pavimento perennemente bagnato. I lavori in corso non permettono la pulizia duratura di alcun ambiente. Se avete bambini teneteli sott'occhio perché al momento ci sono zone non completate o fossi che rendono l'area esterna non sicura. C'è tantissima potenzialità e la cornice della città di Amboise è meravigliosa, quindi buona fortuna per il futuro.
- Romain (8/5): - Confort, insonorisation et wifi rapide, services irréprochables. Je recommande vivement cet établissement.
- Emilie (10/5): - Hôtel très bien situé, chambre élégante et impeccable. J'ai pu profité des installations bien-être durant mon étape professionnelle (sauna et séance massage) et j'en ai été ravie, merci.
- Maiena (10/5): - Services proposés (piscine, cuisine...) et recommandations touristiques au top, personnel très accueillant et petit déjeuner délicieux. Idéal pour des vacances en famille réussies au milieu des châteaux de la Loire !
- Alex (10/5): - Super adresse pour un cycliste comme moi : à deux pas de la Loire à vélo, garage à vélo sur place, proposition de pique-nique, conseils précieux de locaux pour explorer les alentours. En bref une expérience inoubliable !
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