Some cosy places to stay for a winter holiday
Fancy a getaway to Burgundy this winter, to beat those pesky winter blues?
On the programme, you can expect long walks in the great outdoors, enjoyable encounters with our winegrowers and leisurely strolls along the historic streets of our towns, relaxing afternoons at the spa or evenings in front of the fireplace after a Burgundian fine-dining experience. Charming guesthouses, luxury hotels or cosy holiday gites surrounded by vines or rolling countryside…
We have selected some of the best places to come and stay this winter, for a weekend or longer. Come and see them for yourselves, as soon as the first frost sets in!
Hostellerie du Clos
ChablisIf you are a fan of Burgundy wines, you will love the winegrowing village of Chablis. This village can easily be accessed from Paris and is well-known across the globe for its Chardonnay.
On the programme for your weekend break, you can expect wine tasting with a commentary from a passionate winegrower, before going back to the hotel for a relaxing moment in the wellness area.
We recommend enjoying a pre-dinner drink in front of the fireplace before going for a meal at one of our fine-dining establishments.
Hotel-Spa-Restaurant Frédéric Carrion
Between Mâcon and ClunyIn this white stone house in southern Burgundy, you can expect nothing short of excellence.
The chef Frédéric Carrion will share his passion for delicious, top-quality products with you, such as his superb, juicy Charolais beef or mature cheeses of Burgundy.
At the heart of an unspoilt natural environment, you could go on a wine-themed tour in a Jeep, before being pampered at candlelight in the hotel's private spa.
L'Hôtel de Beaune
BeauneHead to the capital of Burgundy wines and home to the famous Hospices de Beaune for a much-needed getaway in this small, intimate hotel with 7 rooms.
At the restaurant, the menu varies depending on the products of the market, but the chef's Bresse chicken remains one of our favourites, that we highly recommend.
As for the wine, this establishment offers you a vast choice: 800 references, all featured in the magazine Wine Spectator.
Château de Courban & Spa
Montigny-sur-AubeAt the heart of the Châtillonnais, in the land of the Crémant sparkling wine and very close to the brand-new Forêts National Park, the Vandendriessche welcome you to their château. Michelin-starred restaurant, Nuxe spa, comfortable rooms… everything you could possibly expect from the French art of hospitality, with the ultimate charm and elegance to boot!
Hôtel & Spa Les Sept Fontaines
TournusYou will be taken aback by the easy-going way of life in Tournus. After a revitalising walk along the banks of the Sâone, you will be delighted to get back to the comfort of your hotel.
Beautiful rooms that have been superbly renovated, a fine-dining restaurant, vaulted wine tasting cellar, a wellness area and relaxing spa… you will want to spend the whole of the winter right here!
Relais Bernard Loiseau
SaulieuThis house is an institution in Burgundy when it comes to the typical hospitality and friendly atmosphere you can expect here. Come and see for yourself this superb yet simple venue for fine-dining and wellness, on the outskirts of Morvan Regional Nature Park.
At the Relais Bernard Loiseau, the teams pull out all the stops to ensure that this establishment is the ideal place for you to come and unwind, and get some well-deserved pampering.
Château La Borde
LeugnyWhat a luxury it is to get pampered in winter!
How will you choose to spend your time at La Borde? Will you take an afternoon nap in front of the fireplace in your room? Will you go for a relaxing massage at the spa? Or maybe you’d prefer to taste some gourmet delights or a glass of Chardonnay?
Whatever you choose to do, this is most definitely the ultimate cosy, peaceful place you’ve been looking for!
Saint-Georges Hôtel & Spa
Chalon-sur-SaôneIn Chalon-sur-Saône, you’ll get a taste of the south of France, so why not come here for a getaway this winter?
The climate is fairly mild, the narrow pedestrian streets are lined with colourful buildings, and the river Sâone flows by peacefully. You’ll instantly feel on holiday here! And your hotel will only add to this feeling with a chic and inviting atmosphere, a relaxing wellness area and comfortable rooms for a good night’s sleep guaranteed!
Domaine des Carriers
ChevrochesThis estate provides 2 holiday gites and several guestrooms in restored buildings that have been tastefully decorated with charm and authenticity. Soft colours, beautiful furnishings, high-quality materials…
This is the perfect place for a cosy getaway as a couple or with your family, for a weekend or a whole week in the winter, surrounded by nature. Whether you stay in the master house, the foreman’s house or in the tiny holiday gite, prepare to be staying in a cosy little bubble of peace and tranquillity, a far cry from the daily grind. You can’t get better than that!
Le Clos du Colombier
PommardPress ‘pause’ on your life in this magnificent winegrowers’ house transformed into a hotel-guesthouse right at the heart of the most prestigious appellations, for a weekend or a whole week.
Picture-perfect scenery, a historic house, spacious rooms and a spa overlooking the vineyard, a lounge with beautiful furnishings and delicate stylish details, welcoming, two-hundred-year-old wine cellars and so much more. Here, everything has been designed to make sure your stay is a peaceful, comfortable and relaxing one. All that’s left to do is make a booking and enjoy yourselves!
La Côte Saint-Jacques
JoignyJean-Michel Lorain is sure to leave you starry eyed in this little medieval town, listed as one of the ‘Most Beautiful Detours in France’!
Michelin-starred restaurant (with 2 stars no less!), 5-star hotel, spa overlooking the river, and so much more. Just let the friendly and highly professional staff take good care of you, with the utmost discretion and elegance, and get ready for an exceptional experience very close to Paris.
