During my last stay in Champagne, I had the chance to travel around the region and visit many producers, from the big Champagne houses to the small independent growers. In short, a lot of driving and a very busy tasting program for almost a week! My biggest wish once my days were over was to relax in the best hotels in order to extend the experience and enjoy a spa, the gastronomic offer or the great comfort of the rooms. So I took the opportunity to stay in high standing establishments. Here are my recommendations if you are planning a stay in Champagne and want to treat yourself.
Assiette champenoise
If you had to choose only one place, it would be the Assiette Champenoise. A member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux network, this luxury hotel and three-star Michelin restaurant, headed by chef Arnaud Lallement, is located in Tinqueux, just a few kilometers from Reims. The establishment has 33 rooms and suites. During my visit to the Assiette champenoise, I had the chance to live a unique gastronomic experience by opting for their Emotion menu: 9 courses, each accompanied by a glass of champagne. assiettechampenoise.com
Château de Sacy
Located in Sacy, only fifteen minutes from downtown Reims, this former bourgeois villa has been completely renovated and converted into a luxury hotel. The rooms and suites offer breathtaking views of the Reims mountains, the surrounding vineyards and the village of Sacy. I was lucky enough to stay in a beautiful suite. The spa is the perfect place to relax with a glass of champagne after a day of wine tasting! chateaudesacy-reims.fr
Château d’Etoges
Have you ever slept in a castle? That’s the experience you could have in this 17th century castle, listed as a historical monument. About 20 minutes from Épernay, this 4-star hotel has 28 rooms, a spa, an 18-hectare park, and a gourmet restaurant. The breakfast is excellent and you can of course accompany it with a good glass of champagne! chateau-etoges.com
Les Avisés
The hotel-restaurant Les Avisés belongs to the famous Anselme Selosse, probably one of the most adored growers in Champagne. Reservations are required to eat at the restaurant. If you are lucky enough to stay in one of the 10 rooms, you will have the privilege to attend a visit of the cellar and a tasting of the champagnes animated by Anselme Selosse himself. An unforgettable privilege and experience! selosse-lesavises.com
Les Crayères
This 5 star hotel and two star Michelin restaurant is a must in Reims. Luxury, refinement, wine cellar and champagnes to turn the head of any amateur. lescrayeres.com
Hostellerie La Briqueterie
Located four kilometers from downtown Épernay, this 5-star hotel is a member of the Relais & Châteaux network. Gastronomic restaurant, spa, swimming pool, jacuzzi, everything is gathered so that you can rest in the greatest comfort. labriqueterie.fr
Royal Champagne and Spa
This establishment, which includes a hotel, a restaurant and a spa on the mountain of Reims, about ten minutes from Épernay, was not yet open when I was in Champagne. To be tried on a future visit! royalchampagne.com
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