Bourges, France
Villa C Hôtel
Turreted provincial mansion
Bourges, France
Renovated
2020
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LocalOutside the door
The house
Logis HotelsTurreted provincial mansion
An oak spiral staircase climbs the central stone turret of this nineteenth-century townhouse, giving it the feel of an intimate private residence.
What it’s good at
Notable
Hand-crafted Murano glass lighting and carved mango wood accent contemporary guest rooms.
Notable
A nineteenth-century private mansion preserving original stained glass and a central stone turret.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
It’s full of antique touches, from stained glass to an original oak staircase, while the twenty rooms (and one suite) are decorated in a contemporary style.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Bourges railway station is a two-minute walk away. The historic centre and its UNESCO-listed cathedral are ten minutes on foot.
The rooms
Ground-floor rooms open onto private patios by the lawn, and bathrooms are finished in Rocheville stone.
At the table
The bar pours regional Loire wines from a tiled counter, and the adjoining lounge has an open fireplace.
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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.