Au Relais Saint Maurice

Great find with a very welcoming host who is generously sharing his house with you. Interesting and quirky décor but very comfortable (the size of our room was fabulous). Fantastically situated in the centre of Chinon. Anyone who knows the lovely town will recall that parking is not easy. The Relais has a garage but we found the best option was to find a parking space about 100m away and ask for the card at the Relais which gives you free parking. Highly recommended all round!

A Perfect Stay We stayed 2 nights at the guesthouse of Maurice, the host, who was personable, always accommodating, and extremely attentive. Maurice completely renovated this 13th century structure with the utmost care and excellent taste. Our room was large for French guest rooms and the bed was extremely comfortable. The breakfast was sumptuous and is served in an elegant dining room. Maurice makes sure he attends to every detail in order to make breakfast a delightful experience. The location is perfect for exploring the sights of Chinon. If you plan to stay in Chinon, don’t go to a hotel, you will be glad that you chose to stay with Maurice. Parking is available and pets are welcome.

We found the host charming and helpful as he welcomed us to his home. The house has been restored to an exceptional standard of both design and facilities and cleanliness, and it was a delight to stay there. Nothing had been forgotten in terms of in room comfort and the breakfast was perfect. Would not hesitate to return

We stayed two nights for visiting chateaus by the Loire River. My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary, this was our first bed and breakfast experience. The place is tastefully furnished by mostly antique. Maurice is a great host, caring, cheerful, and detail oriented. Not only he helped us with our luggage but also made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Our room was on the top floor, the Agnes’ room, named after Agnes Sorel, a mistress of King Charles VII, art model who once lived there. The house was from 14th century, Maurice purchased it in 2015 and renovated it. He has done it very well. Our room was much larger than the ones we had in Paris, a tapestry and a portrait of a woman from medieval times decorated the walls. In addition to a coffee table set, there were an ottoman chair and two luggage chairs, a writing desk, a dresser, and closet cabinet. There were much more than ordinary supplies, such as an ice pillow, not to mention that coffee cups, a coffee maker, and wine glasses. We had a modern shower with good water pressure and water closet in the room, and a vanity table had abundant supplies. The bed was firm and comfortable. You would definitely feel the host’s hospitality, care, and love. I especially loved the windows on the roof. There were countless choices for breakfast: croissants, coffee, tea, crepes, milk, three fruit juices, scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, sausage, hams, jams, peaches and grapes, and several cakes, yogurt and more…to our surprise, silver utensils and linens were used. Maurice poured coffee and hot milk for us. We used to help ourselves with coffee machines in Paris. His breakfast was indeed impressive and noteworthy. Merci, Maurice.

An absolute gem. The rooms are gorgeous, the breakfast is unbelievable and the host is an absolute treat. Great location. Complete luxury for a bargain price. Our only complaint is we only booked one night so looking to rectify that next year. Absolutely amazing place that puts all other b&bs I’ve stayed in to shame.

Of the 8 nights spent in France at 6 different hotels, this was by far the best room we stayed in. Room is very large and very well equipped, bed and pillows super comfortable, and large separate bathroom. Host is very friendly and breakfast selections are immense. Parking is right behind in a private garage. Would definitely stay again.