Noizay, France
Château de Noizay
Renaissance parkland château
Renaissance parkland château
The property runs like a private Renaissance country house, where twenty-four hectares of woodland and manicured parterres open onto Vouvray vineyards.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A sixteenth-century Renaissance castle that served as headquarters during the 1560 Amboise conspiracy.
Listed
Secluded lodgings split between the main château and Clock Pavilion rooms opening onto private gardens.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The 16th century Château de Noizay sits amongst a storied 24-hectare estate filled with manicured French gardens, woodland and vineyards.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In Vouvray vineyard country, set in 24 hectares of private parkland outside the village.
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The rooms
Bedrooms have carved four-poster beds and Toile de Jouy wallpaper. In the Clock Pavilion, ground-floor rooms open onto private gardens.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor pool sits enclosed by stone walls and hedges, lined with white parasols and sun loungers.
Le restaurant du Château de Noizay
Regional Touraine dishes are served beside a carved stone fireplace, or out on the gravel terrace overlooking the gardens.
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Our shorthand
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.