La Bussiere-sur-Ouche, France
Abbaye de la Bussière
Cistercian parkland abbey
Cistercian parkland abbey
The twelfth-century monastery runs at an unhurried country pace, swapping asceticism for comfort across fifteen acres of private parkland.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A twelfth-century Cistercian abbey with classified Monument Historique status and vaulted cloisters.
Notable
Gothic rib vaults, stone spiral staircases, and rooms finished with antique woodwork.
Listed
In-room whirlpool soaking baths pair with on-demand massage treatments in the Ouche valley.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
It’s something from a fairy tale, surrounded by acres of parkland and vineyards, its newly renovated interiors looking… not a day under two hundred years old.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In the Ouche valley, an abbey estate surrounded by fifteen acres of private parkland.
The rooms
Bedrooms keep their exposed timber beams and antique woodwork. Most bathrooms have deep whirlpool soaking tubs.
Restaurant
Le 1131
Tables sit beneath painted Gothic rib vaults and stone arcades, with regional Burgundy dinners served under tall clerestory windows.
At the table
Tables on the terrace overlook the parkland trees, and wine tastings take place in the vaulted stone cellar.
How it began
The Diocese of Dijon ran the abbey as a spartan retreat for over eighty years until its 2005 hotel restoration.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.