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La Maison Rabelais

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly Amboise hotel connected to the airport, a quick walk to Château d'Amboise

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Classic Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Reception
Front of property
Bicycling

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Classic Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Lodge

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
8 Rue Rabelais, Amboise, 37400

What's nearby

  • 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 - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mini-Châteaux Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café les Sports - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pâtisserie Bigot - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant l'Ecluse Amboise - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Amorino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chez Hippeau - ‬5 min walk

About this property

La Maison Rabelais

Upscale hotel near Château d'Amboise
Located close to Clos Lucé Castle and Château-Gaillard, La Maison Rabelais provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and a garden. Indulge in a massage at Bien être et spa, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and coworking spaces
  • A water dispenser, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at La Maison Rabelais include amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.51 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to September 30
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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

Does La Maison Rabelais have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is La Maison Rabelais pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at La Maison Rabelais?

Self parking is available for EUR 15 per night.

What time is check-in at La Maison Rabelais?

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

What time is check-out at La Maison Rabelais?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Maison Rabelais located?

Located in the heart of Amboise, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Château d'Amboise and Clos Lucé Castle. Château-Gaillard and Mini-Châteaux Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Amboise Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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La Maison Rabelais Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria Giovanna

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Robert

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

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

8/10 Good

jeffrey

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

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

Valentine

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

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA

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

La nouvelle pépite d'Amboise

Cet hôtel a ouvert cette année (Avril 2024) et c'est une petite pépite ! C'est un vieux bâtiment (un ancien pensionnat) qui a été rénové et transformé en hôtel. Situé dans le centre d'Amboise, à quelques minutes à pied du centre-ville. Il est pourvu d'un parking (et de bornes de recharge). Meublé et décoré avec goût et sobriété. Le personnel est très aimable et aux petits-soins ! Très bon petit-déjeuner ! La Maison Rabelais dispose d'une piscine et des lodges sont en construction. C'est un établissement que j'ai déjà recommandé autour de moi et j'espère y revenir bientôt.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

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

Très bien

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

10/10 Excellent

Juan Raul

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

Agradable, cómodo, limpio y a 8 mns del Castillo

Muy agradables las habitaciones, limpias, camas cómodas, silencioso, con una pequeña cocineta con lo básico, amplio estacionamiento, aunque afuera hay lugar para dejar el auto y es seguro, no cuenta con elevador, el personal muy atento.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

MARCELLO

Nuovo hotel, scelto per proposta interessante e curiosità. Discreta colazione e piscina esterna utile. Staff cordiale ma impossibilitato a risolvere tante piccole e grandi esigenze che si possono avere in hotel. Hanno dovuto aprire prima che la struttura fosse completata. La hall è carina e le camere sarebbero belle se fossero più complete. Mancano armadi o modi di appoggiare o conservare gli abiti per esempio. Mancano prese corrente vicino ai divano letto. Manca areazione in bagno e l'umidità è restata sempre presente con il pavimento perennemente bagnato. I lavori in corso non permettono la pulizia duratura di alcun ambiente. Se avete bambini teneteli sott'occhio perché al momento ci sono zone non completate o fossi che rendono l'area esterna non sicura. C'è tantissima potenzialità e la cornice della città di Amboise è meravigliosa, quindi buona fortuna per il futuro.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel très bien situé, chambre élégante et impeccable. J'ai pu profité des installations bien-être durant mon étape professionnelle (sauna et séance massage) et j'en ai été ravie, merci.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Romain

Liked: Amenities
Confort, insonorisation et wifi rapide, services irréprochables. Je recommande vivement cet établissement.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super adresse pour un cycliste comme moi : à deux pas de la Loire à vélo, garage à vélo sur place, proposition de pique-nique, conseils précieux de locaux pour explorer les alentours. En bref une expérience inoubliable !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maiena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Services proposés (piscine, cuisine...) et recommandations touristiques au top, personnel très accueillant et petit déjeuner délicieux. Idéal pour des vacances en famille réussies au milieu des châteaux de la Loire !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024