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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Château retreat in rural Palaja

A seasonal outdoor pool creates a quiet oasis for relaxation. Guests enjoy continental breakfast with fresh bread and quality cheeses in the French restaurant with al fresco dining. Individually decorated rooms offer spacious comfort, complemented by a sauna and fitness center.

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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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
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite Junior (2 persons)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Palaja, Hotel Château de Palaja is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Téléski Nautique de Carcassonne and Carcassonne Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lac de la Cavayere and Raymond Chesa Leisure Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ziplining. Visit our Palaja travel guide
Map
7 rue Barri del Castel, Palaja, Carcassonne, 11570

What's nearby

  • A historic castle with a conical tower, stone walls, and a surrounding moat.
    Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • A historic stone castle with multiple towers and a cobblestone pathway leading to an arched entrance.
    Aude Gate
    7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Lac de la Cavayere
    5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Carcassonne Golf
    7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Theatre Jean Deschamps
    7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Le Trouvère
    8 min drive
  • Restaurant La Barbacane
    7 min drive
  • La Taverne du Chateau
    8 min drive
  • Maison Joseph
    8 min drive
  • My Beers Carcassonne
    9 min drive

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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

  • Bed sheets 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
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 2.02 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 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

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, 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

We should mention

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 June 01 to September 30

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Château de Palaja have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Château de Palaja pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Château de Palaja?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Château de Palaja?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Château de Palaja located?

This family-friendly Palaja hotel is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Parc Australien, Lac de la Cavayere and Téléski Nautique de Carcassonne. Museum of the Middle Ages and Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Château de Palaja Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mangnificent, restaurant next door, magnificent
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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
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4/10 Poor

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gran trato de los dueños
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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4/10 Poor

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
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful. Well appointed. Friendly, helpful, patient staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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

Excellent Service

Great place. excellent Service :-)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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

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

zone blanche

une belle région
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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6/10 Okay

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