At home in the Château de Chambord's former kennels in front of the castle, this four-star hotel offers larger-than-life views of the château from some rooms and a sensational bar and restaurant terrace. Contemporary rooms are country-chic, dining is modern French and the hotel has a spa. Guests can borrow electric bicycles to cruise around the vast private estate. Rates include breakfast.
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