Just an hour from the hotel, you can discover one of the most beautiful forest areas in France: the Tronçais forest. Located in the Allier region, it has the reputation of being the most beautiful oak forest in France. It has been awarded the Forêt d'Exception® label (only about twenty of the 1,300 French state forests have this label). A living testimony to French forestry excellence, Tronçais is known worldwide for the quality of its wood, which is used to make the barrels that enhance the finest wines and spirits. The label highlights the excellence of forest management. It also distinguishes the preserved environmental heritage, the richness and diversity of the cultural heritage, the reception of the public and the animation of this unique area.
Some of the majestic trees in the Tronçais forest are several hundred years old.
Among them are some remarkable specimens not to be missed: the Square Oak, which is said to have been born around 1630, the Sentinel, which is said to have made its first leaves around 1580 and which has a circumference of 6.55 metres, and the Twins, which were born from the same stump more than 400 years ago. Covering more than 11,000 hectares, the Tronçais forest is an extraordinary place for walking, cycling or horse riding.
On this immense estate, the reception of tourists and walkers is organised around 5 major centres: the Futaie Colbert II, the Rond de Thiolais, the étang de Saint-Bonnet-Tronçais, the étang de Pirot and the Rond de la Cave.
Upon entering, the VERY VERY narrow locker room is also used as a shower and is not cleaned every time you go in. There were small gravels at the bottom of the locker of... read more storage. On 10/12 it was 2 degrees outside... and in the massage room the small window was open and could not be closed. The general atmosphere was cold. In the jacuzzi, many of the jets were not working and the water was a bit chilly. There were 6 of us and there are only 4 deckchairs. The snack table was covered with a bath sheet instead of a table cloth, there was no sugar, little choice of coffee and a jar of dried fruit.
Classic hotel, well kept but not in the usual Mercure style. Great welcome.
What makes the difference is the spa. Very well equipped (spa, sauna, hammam, baths... read more In the basement under the chapel with architectural elements well highlighted, a lot of charm.
Very good reception and quality care.
Preferential access for customers of
My mother and I had a one-hour body treatment as a duo on Thursday 31 October. The price included 1 hour in the hot baths before the treatment... read more (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi). We waited almost 20 minutes before being taken for our treatment by the staff who seemed very exhausted from their day. In the end we had 45 minutes of treatment and not 1 hour. Moreover, during the treatment we heard giggles from the staff and we assume that this was when they noticed my mother's foot disability. The treatment itself was pleasant (despite the 15 minutes less) but I found the behaviour of the staff very inappropriate and disrespectful! I would not recommend the spa at all, for the price of the treatments it is better to go to a
Only positive for this superb hotel, we sleep in magnificent rooms, large, richly decorated and in absolute calm. High quality bedding.
Much progress has been made... read more for breakfasts, with choice and quality.
In short, a more than restful stage in
Hello, we had a voucher for 2 people for 2 hours of SPA. We had an appointment at 4pm. We arrived slightly early, we were made to wait 15... read more minutes in a waiting room. The SPA is on the other side of the reception and it took us 5 minutes to get there. 5 minutes to get changed, so almost 30 minutes to get there... At 5pm I ask for 2 teas, the tea was served at 5:30pm, and unfortunately there was not enough water for 2 cups in the small container the hostess was alone, and had disappeared we waited 10 minutes more the time to reheat the water... otherwise the setting is rather pretty but nothing crazy for the price. The hostess offered us a macaroon each for the inconvenience but it doesn't change the quality of the service. A bit disappointed considering the price of the tea (8 e for two)! I don't think I'll be back for a relaxing moment.
Hello, we had a voucher for 2 people for 2 hours of SPA. We had an appointment at 4pm. We arrived slightly early, we were made to wait 15... read more minutes in a waiting room. The SPA is on the other side of the reception and it took us 5 minutes to get there. 5 minutes to get changed, so almost 30 minutes to get there... At 5pm I ask for 2 teas, the tea was served at 5:30pm, and unfortunately there was not enough water for 2 cups in the small container the hostess was alone, and had disappeared we waited 10 minutes more the time to reheat the water... otherwise the frame is rather pretty but nothing crazy for the price. The hostess offered us a macaroon each for the inconvenience but it doesn't change the quality of the service. A bit disappointed considering the price of the tea (8 e for two)! I don't think I'll be back for a while
Nice time with friends, in a beautiful place, in the cellars of a chapel. Restful place, beautiful stone, very clean. Pleasant welcome. Jacuzzi, hammam, sauna, Scottish shower, deckchairs are... read more available. 2 hours of rest and relaxation.
Nice time with friends, in a beautiful place, in the cellars of a chapel. Restful place, beautiful stone, very clean. Pleasant welcome. Jacuzzi, hammam, sauna, Scottish shower, deckchairs are... read more available. 2 hours of rest and relaxation
we had the benefit of a spa which luckily had no other guests, which added to the pleasure of spending 2 hours in this magnificent place. the pool is actually a large... read more Jacuzzi which is smaller than the photo suggests.
The young lady who accompanied us during our stay was very kind and helpful.
Period decorated room. Professional staff. Simple restaurant. Special mention for the very pleasant spa. On the other hand, I had a chest massage which made me feel a bit tired.... read more intimidated even though the masseuse was very co
Whether you are a hotel guest or not, you can enjoy this beautiful place. Clean, quiet and completely relaxing. We enjoy the sauna... read more There is also a nice hammam and the possibility to have additional treatments such as massages or a salt water experience. Really top and personal
At first when we arrived I was worried that the SPA was overbooked as all the sunbeds were occupied or at least with guests' towels on them.... read more Then after the sauna and hamam we found that some places had become available. We were able to enjoy the different activities at our ease before a relaxing massage. It was very pleasant and we didn't want to get up from the massage table... but stay there.... on the other hand this time we had the treatment after the spa I prefer the opposite.
We refer with pleasure. It's a very pleasant moment to share with your darling or friend.
First experience of spa with a 3 days 2 nights package at the hotel in Paris.
Very good reception, staff who adapt to all our requests and changes of schedule.... read more Very nice decor.
I didn't think we could spend so much time in the city.
I came to the spa one afternoon, and no one to welcome me! I managed to get a bathrobe, no flip-flops, no water bottle!
Then... read more arrival in the balneo area one of the jacuzzi was out of order, for the rest of the pool the water was warm and smelled of seaweed!
Very disappointed with the change in status and care.
family stay not far from the zoo park le pal. Large quadruple room, very clean and tidy, one double bed and two single beds.... read more shower. Very good hotel 4
We had a good relaxing time. The welcome is friendly and of good quality. The SPA is very clean and allows us to enjoy the place without apprehension. The showers are... read more also very
Having received a gift voucher for a duo message, we enjoyed the benefits of the spa at the Paris hotel last Saturday.
The setting is splendid, as the facilities... read more were set up in the crypts of the old chapel. Before the actual treatments, we had access to the thermal area for an hour: hammam, sauna and whirlpool. A small bottle of water is provided at the entrance, as well as a bathrobe and flip-flops.
The duo massage is then done in a separate room. We chose the Japanese-inspired Hanakasumi course, and we were not disappointed: after 75 minutes of modelling and scrubbing, we came out completely zen!
The staff are welcoming, smiling and competent. We warmly recommend this spa.