Chinon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street in a European town with historic buildings, cars parked along the road, and pedestrians walking.
A stone wall, historic buildings, and a clear blue sky.
A densely packed cluster of historic buildings with steeply pitched roofs and brick chimneys.
A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and pedestrians.
A historic castle with a tall tower, a stone wall, and a bridge in the foreground.

Our guide on where to stay in Chinon

Find the best Chinon areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Old Town

Old Town is well liked for its wineries. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Chinon area, you might plan a trip to Domaine Couly-Dutheil or Maison de la Riviere.

ibis Styles Chinon

ibis Styles Chinon

3 out of 5
11 Rue de la Digue St. Jacques Chinon Indre-et-Loire
The price is NZ$153 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$153
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Maison de la Riviere and Forteresse Royale ...
8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)
"Nice hotel with friendly staff"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

ibis Styles Chinon
Brit Hotel Chinon le Lion d'Or

Brit Hotel Chinon le Lion d'Or

3 out of 5
10 Place Jeanne D Arc Chinon Indre-et-Loire
The price is NZ$119 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$119
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Domaine Couly-Dutheil and Le Clos de l'Echo are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (202 reviews)
"Stayed at this hotel before. In a convenient location with parking in front. Easy walk to all the shops bars and restaurants. The hotel rooms are a bit dated and tired, but great for a quick stop over."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Brit Hotel Chinon le Lion d'Or
Hôtel Rive Sud

Hôtel Rive Sud

3 out of 5
19 Rue Du Raineau Chinon Indre-et-loire
The price is NZ$177 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$177
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Forteresse Royale de Chinon ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
"The Hotel is located over the river from Chinon, so a good location for visiting the town and exploring the area. There are 3 parking places outside the hotel but there is a secured off-site car park for hotel guests a short distance away. We visited during the very hot weather in June 26 and our ..."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Hôtel Rive Sud
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Jeanne's apartment. 500 from the castle, in a quiet, green setting

Jeanne's apartment. 500 from the castle, in a quiet, green setting

Chinon Indre-et-Loire
Stay at this apartment in Chinon. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Domaine Couly-Dutheil and Le Clos de l'Echo are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Impeccable. Si je pouvais je mettrais la note de 20/10. Emplacement idéal en plein coeur du Chinon médiéval, l'appartement est d'une propreté irréprochable, la literie très confortable, la décoration sobre et charmante, absolument rien à dire."

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Jeanne's apartment. 500 from the castle, in a quiet, green setting
Quality Aparthotel Saumur

Quality Aparthotel Saumur

11 Rue des Carabiniers de Monsieur Saumur
Stay at this aparthotel in Saumur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cavalry Museum and Casino JOA de Saumur ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"Amazing property. The flat was very specious and comfortable. Fantastic location, almost next to the river and a few minute walk from the Cavalry Museum and the town centre. Rare find. Exceeded all expectations."

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Quality Aparthotel Saumur
Terres de France - Le Domaine du Golf

Terres de France - Le Domaine du Golf

3 out of 5
Route des Mortins Saumur Maine-et-Loire
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Saumur. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Musée du Champignon and Ackerman are located ...
8/10 Very good! (145 reviews)
"On the photos the hotel with its swimming pool looked good to me but the pool was half empty and closed moreover I found my room not very clean especially the bathroom."

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2025

Terres de France - Le Domaine du Golf
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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