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La Maison Rabelais

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, 9-minute walk to Château d'Amboise
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Buffet breakfast on weekdays (EUR 19 per person)
Classic Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Front of property
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Restaurant

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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8 Rue Rabelais, Amboise, 37400
  • Place, Château d'Amboise
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clos Lucé Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Château-Gaillard
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley)
    ‪30 min drive‬
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Room options

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Classic Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Basic Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Basic Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Lodge

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Amboise

La Maison Rabelais places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Château d'Amboise and Clos Lucé Castle. This 32-room, 4-star hotel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like a full-service spa and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • St. Denis Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Robert Debre Hospital Amboise - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Château d'Amboise - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Clos Lucé Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Château-Gaillard - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Amboise Station - 19 min walk
  • Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pâtisserie Bigot - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Baalbeck - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Shaker - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot L’amboisie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chez Oscar et Suzette - Guinguette d’Amboise - ‬6 min walk

About this property

La Maison Rabelais

Hotel with a full-service spa, 9-minute walk to Château d'Amboise
Guests of La Maison Rabelais enjoy features like a full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for EUR 15 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Electric kettles, hair dryers, and safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per night)

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 2.55 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 19 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 15 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), 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 and cash.

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 May 01 to September 30.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

La Maison Rabelais Hotel
La Maison Rabelais Amboise
La Maison Rabelais Hotel Amboise

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at La Maison Rabelais?

La Maison Rabelais offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at La Maison Rabelais?

As of Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Maison Rabelais on Dec 26, 2025 start from $155.38, excluding 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.

What's there to do close to La Maison Rabelais?

This hotel is located in Amboise, just steps from Chateaux de la Loire and St. Denis Church, and within a short walk of Château d'Amboise. You'll also find Clos Lucé Castle and Loire Aventure CKCA less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at La Maison Rabelais?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 15 per night. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Is there a spa available at La Maison Rabelais?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does La Maison Rabelais have a casino at the property?

No, La Maison Rabelais doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at La Maison Rabelais?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at La Maison Rabelais?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at La Maison Rabelais?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does La Maison Rabelais feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, La Maison Rabelais serves buffet breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will La Maison Rabelais allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at La Maison Rabelais for a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does La Maison Rabelais have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from La Maison Rabelais?

The closest major airport to La Maison Rabelais is Tours (TUF-Tours - Loire Valley), which is 15.7 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at La Maison Rabelais?

Yes, some guestrooms at La Maison Rabelais offer a deck and may feature garden views.

Reviews

La Maison Rabelais Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abelardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Lenexa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness. Location to restaurants and River path.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a quiet area, short walk to the city center. Spacious room, and convenient parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Yael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

Great choice in Ambois

Great location. Lovely staff. Clean pool. Would return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Water leaking out of bathroom wall creating pool of water in bathroom - smelled dank.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Giovanna, San Angelo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff is amazing, brand new, very clean and best breakfast food in our trip. Definitely recommend the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert, Huntsville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel in Super location! The Manager was absolutely incredibly nice and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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😀
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Best hot showers in France! Staff very helpful. Lots of shops/food in walkong distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

LUIZ EDUARDO DE GODOI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo Hernan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025