Dordogne

Landmark4.4/5

Lascaux International Center of Parietal Art

Montignac-Lascaux’s full-size replica takes you past prehistoric animals painted across cave walls. The original caves are closed, so this reconstruction lets you see Lascaux’s paintings at cave scale.

Landmark4.6/5

Château de Beynac

This medieval castle clings to a limestone cliff above the Dordogne River, its stone walls rising over the village below. Climb through its rooms to the Lionheart Room and views across the valley.

Landmark4.5/5

Grotte du Grand Roc

This cave opens in a cliff face, its low ceiling close over stalactites and stalagmites. A guided tour takes you through passages where the formations are still growing.

Landmark4.6/5

The Marqueyssac Gardens

Sculpted boxwood hedges ripple across these cliff-top gardens above the Dordogne. You wind through them to a belvedere, where the river and valley spread below.

Culture4.6/5

Castelnaud-la-Chapelle Castle

Castelnaud-la-Chapelle’s clifftop castle holds rooms of medieval weapons and armor, with views across the Dordogne. A live blacksmith works here, and a demonstration fires a trebuchet.

Landmark4.4/5

Grotte de Font-de-Gaume

Painted bison, horses and mammoths line the walls of this Dordogne cave, where you can see original Paleolithic art. A guide’s torch picks out the animals in the dim passage.

Eat$$$$$4.7/5

L'Essentiel

Courtyard French restaurant with polished, low-key service and carefully presented dishes. The maître d’ guides guests through an extensive wine list.

Eat$$$4.6/5

The Golden Apple - Craft Beer House

This Bordeaux pub serves burgers and fish and chips, with beer and cider. Sports jerseys line the walls beside a dartboard.

Cafe$$$$4.4/5

Café Lavinal

Pauillac bistro with a terrace and a long wine list. You can order wines by the glass with snacks.

Stay$$$$4.7/5

Château Hôtel Edward 1er

This hotel is located in the medieval village of Monpazier. This 4-star hotel offers rooms overlooking the hills of the Périgord and Monpazier. Rooms at the Edward 1er Hotel have a private bathroom and satellite TV. Free Wi-Fi is available. A full breakfast can be served in the restaurant, in the garden or at the Terrace The Éléonore restaurant offers authentic, healthy, frank and direct cuisine. This à la carte cuisine is composed of fresh products from the Périgord and elsewhere. The wine cellars contain a selection of regional wines. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the bar. Restaurant is closed on Wednesdays evening. Bergerac and Sarlat is 40 km from the hotel. All the chateaux and gardens are just 35min drive away.

Stay4.7/5

Hôtel l'Oustal de Vézac

Located next to Marqueyssac Gardens, this 3-star hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers. It is 8 km from Sarlat and 1.5 km from the Castelnaud Castles, Beynac and Les Milandes. There is free WiFi in the rooms and public areas. Decorated in a contemporary style, some rooms at L'Oustal de Vézac feature views of the swimming pool or castles. Each one has a TV and also offers a private bathroom with a shower, and toilet. The buffet breakfast is served every morning on the veranda, which overlooks the countryside and Château de Beynac.The family room features a mezzanine level. Free private parking is possible on site. Sarlat Train Station is 8 km away and local activities include canoeing and fishing on the Dordogne River, 1 km from the hotel as well as adventure parks and hot air balloons.

Stay4.6/5

Chateau De Lalande

The Chateau De Lalande is a traditional hotel in elegant surroundings, 12 km from Périgueux. It offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and large, peaceful grounds. Guest rooms at the Chateau De Lalande are air-conditioned. They include en suite facilities, a flat-screen TV, telephone and safe. The restaurant serves gourmet cuisine. This can be enjoyed on the covered terrace in nice weather. Additional facilities include a library, a comfortable lounge and bike hire. Chateau De Lalande is just 1 hour from the popular town of Sarlat and the wine region of Saint-Emilion. It is a good base to explore the beautiful Dordogne region.

Stay4.45/5

Hotel Château les Merles

Château Les Merles located within walking distance of the Dordogne River and close to Bergerac airport. It offers 4-star rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi internet access. Gourmets will appreciate Château Les Merles’ gastronomic restaurant that serves creative, contemporary cuisine. The lounge style bistro and bar welcome you anytime with snacks and a wide selection of Bergerac wines. In addition to its renowned golf course, Château Les Merles also has a swimming pool, and a tennis court.

Stay$$$$4.35/5

Hôtel & Spa Les Glycines

Set in the Périgord Noir region, this eco-friendly hotel with an outdoor swimming pool is set in a 19th-century post house. It offers wine tasting and the stylish guest rooms include free Wi-Fi. Each room has a classic style, decorated with neutral colours and antique furnishings. All of the rooms have satellite TV and an en suite bathroom. French cuisine is served on the restaurant’s shaded terrace, overlooking the park planted with willow trees. An extensive wine list is on offer in the bar and a buffet breakfast is prepared every morning. Free private parking is provided at Les Glycines. Bike rental is possible on site, allowing you to explore the surrounding countryside.

Stay4.8/5

Château de la Treyne

This château hotel rises above the Dordogne, with formal French gardens around it. At night, lights pick out the grounds as you walk among them.

Stay4.6/5

Hôtel Restaurant Manoir Hautegente

This manor hotel and restaurant sits beside a river, with horses and chickens around the grounds. Swings hang in the garden.

Stay4.5/5

Hotel Plaza Madeleine À Sarlat

This Sarlat hotel sits beside the medieval pedestrian district, with a heated pool. Its bar pours wine from a machine beside a pool table.

Stay4.3/5

Hôtel De Sèze

Welcome to Hôtel De Sèze, a chic and stylish haven located in the heart of Bordeaux, France. This boutique gem offers luxurious rooms with modern amenities and a touch of French flair. Indulge in a delicious breakfast before exploring the vibrant city, with its charming streets, wine bars, and cultural gems just a short stroll away. Soak up the joie de vivre and let Hôtel De Sèze be your perfect base for a memorable Bordeaux adventure.

Stay4.1/5

Logis Hôtel Pontet Hostellerie Maleville

Castle-side hotel in Beynac-et-Cazenac, with breakfast and small rooms. The village castle stands just above it.