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Hotel Château de Palaja

4.0 star property
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A poolside table with a bottle of wine, glasses, a martini glass, a plate of bruschetta, and a glass of olives.
A two-story building with a garden in front.
A breakfast buffet with various food items, a coffee machine, and decorative bottles on shelves.
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A large tree with pink blossoms in a garden setting with outdoor seating.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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7 rue Barri del Castel, Palaja, Carcassonne, 11570
  • Place, Lac de la Cavayere
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Carcassonne Golf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪15 min drive‬
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Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, a large mirror, and a bed with white bedding and blue pillows.

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a mirror, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite Junior (2 persons)

A bedroom with a bed, two armchairs, a coffee table, a painting, and a lamp.

Suite Junior (2 persons)

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A room with two beds, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite Junior (3 or 4 persons)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a ceiling fan, and a TV.

Suite Junior (3 or 4 persons)

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE COMFORT

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Palaja

Hotel Château de Palaja places you within a few miles (5 km) of Parc Australien and Lac de la Cavayere. This 12-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lac de la Cavayere - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Carcassonne Golf - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Theatre Jean Deschamps - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Aude Gate - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Couffoulens Station - 14 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Marcou - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant La Barbacane - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Taverne du Chateau - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Comte Roger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Auberge Le Plô - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hotel Château de Palaja

At Hotel Château de Palaja, guests enjoy a children's pool, a 24-hour gym, and a sauna. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this golf hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center.
100-cm flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Minibars, safes, and desks are also standard.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • au comptoir de georges
  • La Pampa
  • S Comme

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 484 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1730
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 100-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of check-in hours must contact the hotel at least 24 hours in advance to arrange check in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.02 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to September 30.

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Château de Palaja
Château Hotel Palaja de
Château Palaja Hotel
Château Palaja
Château de Palaja
Hotel Château de Palaja Hotel
Hotel Château de Palaja Palaja
Hotel Château de Palaja Hotel Palaja

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Hotel Château de Palaja?

This hotel is located in Palaja, close to Lac de la Cavayere, Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone, and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. You'll also find Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Theatre Jean Deschamps within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Château de Palaja?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Château de Palaja on Aug 22, 2026 start from $161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Château de Palaja?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station, wheelchair-accessible parking, and bicycle parkingare also available.

Does Hotel Château de Palaja include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Château de Palaja doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Château de Palaja?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from June 01 until September 30.

Is Hotel Château de Palaja good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an al fresco restaurant and a bar plus some guestrooms feature a fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Château de Palaja?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Hotel Château de Palaja feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Château de Palaja serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at S Comme.

Does Hotel Château de Palaja allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Château de Palaja.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Château de Palaja?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Château de Palaja?

The closest major airport to Hotel Château de Palaja is Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare), which is 7.4 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Castres (DCM-Mazamet), which is around 26.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Château de Palaja?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Château de Palaja.

Hotel Château de Palaja Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reall nice hotel and very helpful owner who looked after us and had great local knowledge. Rooms were huge and pool was quiet and got the sun until late.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent little hotel. Nice relaxed service, good beds and cleanliness. Continental breakfast with fresh bread and good cheeses. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel was rated highly and priced as though it was a high end property - it is not. It is an ancient chateau remodeled into a 1970s motel with amateur carpentry. Upon arrival the manager attempted to upsell us on-site breakfast and booking a dinner reservation through her website instead of showing us to our room. Our room was surprising, as it was not attractive or comfortable. There was a giant space heater to be plugged in because the proprietor turns off the heat at night - in December! The bathroom door was an ill fitting rolling door that did not provide privacy. We were happy to check out the next day. I could not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons été heureux de sejourner ici. Tout est parfait et l'accueil est agréable. Merci pour ce super moment
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jean-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Moyen +

Nous n’avons pu dîner mais j’aurai dû appeler plus tôt Pas de cafetière dans la chambre Pas de petite bouteille d’eau gratuite Petit déjeuner seulement à partir de 8h30
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anne marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très accueillant

Très agréable accueil et joli endroit Étape d’une nuit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gran trato de los dueños
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Annick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pas a la hauteur des autres avis

Notre petite chambre au dernier etage de la maison etait vraiment decevante car petite, sombre et tres sommairement meublee (une chaise branlante et un lit pousse contre le mur). Il y avait egalemement une petite salle de bains avec cabine de douche basique. A l'arrivee la proprietaire nous a immediatement dit que la chambre et salle de bains ne seraient pas nettoyees pendant notre sejour et que si nous voulions des serviettes propres, il fallait les lui demander. J'aurais prefere savoir ca la reservation et ca a ete une mauvaise surprise de plus. Je poste des photos et vous laisse juger. Village bien situe a cote de Caracassonne et petit dejeuner copieux
Chambre (132 Euros)
Salle de bains
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Calm place away from the crowds

We stayed in a spacious suite for 2 adults & 2 children. Breakfast was lovely and generous, inside or in the garden, depending on the weather. We enjoyed the calm (and clean swimming pool) away from the crowds of Carcassonne, yet just 7min from it by car. The hotel is run by a couple and they are extremely busy, not to say stretched. There was no room service (making beds etc) due to Covid but it is nice and clean. Would be a great place for an outside party!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful. Well appointed. Friendly, helpful, patient staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel très agréable

Tel bel endroit à proximité de Carcassonne et des montagnes noires. Nous avons apprécié le lieu et la qualité de l’accueil. C’est une très bonne base pour visiter le cité et les châteaux cathares.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un ottimo soggiorno di relax

Ottimo hotel: bella camera, servizi adeguati, atmosfera cordiale. Perfetto per il relax e come base per il turismo in zona.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un havre de paix

Parfait sur tous les plans : rien à redire
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toute la famille a beaucoup apprécié cette petite halte dans ce coin de paradis. L'accueil a été extra. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié La bibliothèque remplie de BD! Nous reviendrons avec plaisir
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Service

Great place. excellent Service :-)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Very very nice staff - the receptionist and the owners were charming and helpful. Pretty building in a picturesque village close to Carcassonne. Good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accueil très chaleureux et personnel toujours souriant. L'isolation des bruits et du froid pourrait être améliorée mais le coin est très calme et le chauffage fonctionne très bien.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super

Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

zone blanche

une belle région
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay when visiting Carcassonne

Very welcoming with comfortable rooms and good breakfast. No evening meal but there is an excellent restaurant in the same building. Easy to get into Carcassonne and gives you a very tranquil place to stay. We were here when devastating floods hit the area and the village of Palaga. We had no problems thanks to the attentive service we had from the owners who did everything possible to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel for peace and quiet near Carcassonne

Loved our 5 night stay at this hotel. Very comfortable and quiet but still only a short drive from Carcassonne. The manager is very helpful with suggestions for sights. Adjacent restaurant is very good too. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A conseiller sans modération !!!

Nous avons juste fait un arrêt d'une nuit dans cet hôtel et nous avons été charmés par ce lieu très agréable, calme... Un accueil parfait , il règne dans cet hôtel une belle ambiance. La chambre spacieuse très propre. le restaurant aussi très bonne table et bel accueil également. Enfin bref une belle découverte et le plaisir d'y revenir.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Un poco cutre para un 4 estrellas

La verdad es que esperaba algo más de un hotel de 4 estrellas, si entrara sin saberlo diría que se trata de un 3 estrellas. Habitación pequeña y desayuno escaso. Bien para aparcar, parking gratis en el recinto.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is absolutely exquisite. The staff are wonderful and the rooms are so comfortable and beautiful. We enjoyed the grounds and the pool and wished we had booked more nights. I hope to go back one day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018