Hôtel & Spa Château de La Côte - Brantôme

Returning for 3rd time Returned to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary just for one night. Although rooms are quite basic in decoration, the chateau is incredible and the dinner was exceptional. We loved it and will definitely return again.

The Chateau looked impressive on the outside and promised a 5 star experience. Other positives were cleanliness, pleasant staff and great views. Unfortunately, these were outweighed by the negatives and we couldn't wait to move on especially with the high temperatures at night. Our second floor room had a bed and some antique furniture but little else :- No handles on some of the drawers so I had to hook something in the key holes to pull open, No kettle, No fridge, No water, No standing shower or curtain, No fan or aircon, thin budget towels, only two tubes of shampoo for a three night stay and a ban on bringing any drinks or food to the room. For me, one of the most unforgivable sins was the uPVC windows. Most of the facilities had codelocks fitted which, in such a remote area, seemed unnecessary. A wonderful location to visit with much interesting history and beautiful countryside but the Hotel Chateau de La Cote was a disappointment.

This place was a true find! Set in the peaceful countryside, the view when you approach is super. The welcome in reception is warm and you are made to feel valued, bearing in mind, this stay was not much over €50, a real bargain. I booked a table in the restaurant for dinner and this is a must! The food is ample in choice and absolutely amazing as is the service from the two gents waiting the tables. The chef serves food that tastes as good as it looks, great attention to detail. A great wine selection to go with the meal. All in all, I loved my stay, great staff, fantastic location and an incredibly comfortable bed. I look forward to returning in the future.

The château is nestled in a picturesque setting. The rooms are very ample and private bathrooms as well. They offer a lovely continental breakfast à la française with everything fresh !! The staff are friendly and helpful. The owner Olivier is a passionate and proud owner who looks to ensure everyone’s stay is excellent. Well maintained château and beautifully kept grounds.

I wasn’t told until arriving that the restaurant was closed. The nearest alternative was 15 minutes drive. The bar closed at 8 pm when all the staff (1) went home. A beautiful venue but I won’t go back until they get their act together.

Nice not Luxury impressive hotel in beautiful countryside, but not luxury and the bathrooms (and furnishings) are in need of updating. Example is shower head on flexible pipe half way up body on the wall in bath tub and no curtain or glass screen. Our room (12) was big and spacious and nice bed. Food in the hotel was very expensive (30-60 Euros for dinner per person), and breakfast at 15EU per person for a cold typical French bread and jam and cold meat)... very nice staff.