Chinon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Indre-et-Loire which includes a small town or village
Indre-et-Loire which includes a small town or village
Chinon
Chinon
Indre-et-Loire showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle

Where to stay in Chinon

Indre-et-Loire which includes a garden

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 Forteresse Royale de Chinon or Maison de la Riviere.

Old Town
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$221 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$221
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Maison de la Riviere and Royal Fortress ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)
"The room was not the best, bathroom required renovation and in general service could be improved, in fact we stayed for 2 nights and nobody cleaned our room after the first day... we returned in our room around midnight and we found it as it was at 10 am"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2023

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$147 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$147
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Domaine Couly-Dutheil and Le Clos de l'Echo ...
7.6/10 Good! (178 reviews)
"The room was dated but clean and quiet and the hotel provided everything we needed for a one night stopover breaking a very long car journey. Breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Brit Hotel Chinon le Lion d'Or
Best Western Hotel De France

Best Western Hotel De France

3 out of 5
47, 49 Place Du General De Gaulle, Chinon, Indre-et-loire
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$185 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$185
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Le Clos de l'Echo and Royal Fortress ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (181 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here very much and would stay again. The staff was friendly and helpful and the room was very comfortable. Enjoyed happy hour on the outdoor terrace - the bartender picked the strawberries off the plant growing in a pot and gave them to us - the best strawberries I've ever had! ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Best Western Hotel De France
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Résidence Odalys Le Clos Saint Michel

Résidence Odalys Le Clos Saint Michel

3 out of 5
4 Rue du Pavé Neuf, Chinon
Stay at this 3-star residence in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Maison de la Riviere and Royal Fortress of ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
Lovely Loire valley spot
"The location was wonderful, the view of Chinon castle was spectacular, central loire valley location in a medieval town with a busy Centreville and close to amenities. The pool was great, as was the balcony overlooking all. The unit was well appointed and large enough. A little tired but it was what ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Résidence Odalys Le Clos Saint Michel
Le Rabelais, typical duplex in Chinon, 500m from the castle, quiet, free parking

Le Rabelais, typical duplex in Chinon, 500m from the castle, quiet, free parking

Chinon
Stay at this apartment in Chinon. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Domaine Couly-Dutheil and Le Clos ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Great location! Easy walk to most everything.
"Thank you so much for allowing my husband and I to stay at this perfectly located apartment. We adored the quaint area and how quiet it is. It was everything we needed."

Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2024

Le Rabelais, typical duplex in Chinon, 500m from the castle, quiet, free parking
Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Saumur

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Saumur

11 Rue des Carabiniers de Monsieur, Saumur
Stay at this aparthotel in Saumur. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Cavalry Museum and Maison de Vin are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Séjour ds cette résidence était une première pour nous.nous avons adoré.c était parfait"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences Saumur
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Popular places to visit

Indre-et-Loire which includes heritage architecture

Royal Fortress of Chinon

Royal Fortress of Chinon is just one of the places to see in Chinon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Royal Fortress of Chinon
Indre-et-Loire showing heritage architecture

Forteresse Royale de Chinon

Restored to past splendor, this medieval fort brightens the Chinon skyline with its battlements. From the summit, marvel at a stunning view of the riverside village.

Forteresse Royale de Chinon

Château de la Grille

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Château de la Grille during your travels to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Château de la Grille

Maison de la Riviere

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Maison de la Riviere during your trip to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Maison de la Riviere

Domaine Couly-Dutheil

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Domaine Couly-Dutheil during your travels to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Domaine Couly-Dutheil

Maison Couly Dutheil

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Maison Couly Dutheil during your travels to Chinon. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Maison Couly Dutheil

Activities

Chinon: Bicycle Tour of Saumur Wineries with Picnic Lunch

Chinon: Bicycle Tour of Saumur Wineries with Picnic Lunch

NZ$624
per adult
Chinon: Bicycle Tour of Saumur Wineries with Picnic Lunch
From Saumur: Loire Valley Private 2-Day Wine Cycling Trip

From Saumur: Loire Valley Private 2-Day Wine Cycling Trip

NZ$1,659
per adult
From Saumur: Loire Valley Private 2-Day Wine Cycling Trip
Children's walk in the forest of ROIFFE

Special children's ride - relaxation and fun for children guaranteed

NZ$32
per adult
Special children's ride - relaxation and fun for children guaranteed
The picnic table ready for your lunch!

Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience

NZ$149
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience
Horse ride with family near Fontevraud

1-hour tourist walk with guide

NZ$68
per adult
1-hour tourist walk with guide
Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties

Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties

NZ$92
per adult
Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties
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