Déjà vu. As we drove…read moreup to the Château, something tugged at my memory about this place. It was familiar...but from where? A contact I had in Normandy made a reservation for me here, knowing my interest in local cuisine and ingredients. Sitting in the main dining room with an exquisite view of the French (English, to some) Channel and watching the tides' tremendous retreat, it struck me. Anthony Bourdain had been a guest of Chef Olivier Roellinger in his Brittany episode...which may explain why, at 2 tables, people were taking pictures of every dish. Gastro-tourism at its finest. What was nice about having seen the show was knowing the backstory. The attention to detail, the emphasis on local ingredients, the gardens, the locally sourced meats and fish. Even the simple country bread was memorable. We enjoyed a decadent (prix fixe) lunch, consisting of an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. The selections were seafood focused, with local Cancale Oysters as a highlight (you can see the chateaux from the oyster houses on the coastline), and various fish and shellfish. I enjoyed the "Mont St. Michel" lamb, as well. World class, exquisite fare that was fresh beyond belief...although classic French, the modern influences, even some Asian in a little lagniappe that we had at the start of the meal. (Yes, I know lagniappe is Cajun not Continental French, but although you can take the girl out of Louisiana...) We could not pass up the cheese cart (insert between entree and dessert). It's a required gastronomic experience when visiting northern France...Normandy and Bretagne cheeses are the best in the world, in my opinion...though my Norman travelling companion had a strong opinion on #1 in that constest. The dessert cart was a superlative experience...one could make a feast of that alone. I went for a mere four little tastes including a delicious pistachio confection and (for me) the obligatory chocolate treat. The wine list was pretty phenomenal, as I would expect, and we enjoyed a bottle of Chassagne Montrachet, a noteworthy wine to accompany an unforgettable experience. Indeed. I won't forget this one.

Superbe, from start to finish once again…read more I will say, there was a dead mouse on the steps right as the gravel pathway ended, and I would have thought such a sight, a firm deterrent for an imminent eating experience- not so. Turns out the cat had just hunted it to death, it happened outside the castle/nowhere near the kitchen, and the staff was just about to inter the poor creature. A dramatic beginning but knowing what to expect from Chef Roellinger I was running to the food rather than away from the dead mouse. We began with aperos and amuses bouches: champagne with spice (unknown) and citron vert and cidre, rum and ginger; the amuses bouches were beef, foie gras, and fish. I forget the accompanying cream/sauces. Initially the server brought fruits de mer but I'm allergic to shellfish so all forfeited for what the pictures show. The entree was a dorade, cru, served with cheese of all things- I forget which-but they were delicately sliced like a fleur and crowned the presentation with leaves and algae. Hubby had the foie gras served with leaves and algae. The main was a small sol (him) and a St Pierre (me). The latter was served with a retour to inde curry sauce and the former with I think a beurre blanc? The sol was served with delectable mashed potatoes and the St Pierre is on a bed of steamed chou and a sauce of potiron (squash) and coing (quince). The deserts were that carriage of everything your eye sees you may have typical of the Chateau- we forfeited the cheese experience. From profiteroles to the fruit verrines- all delightful and palate pleasing. I didn't like the Noël cake but hubs devoured it. We retired to the salon to finish our pouilly fume and had the lightest of lovely biscuits (in the English not Kentucky sense), passion fruit coconut something, chocolate dusted marshmallows and meringues. First time visiting in winter and the tide and sea were postcard beautiful with wintry charm. I so look forward to my next time. Chapeau.

Fantastic hotel in Dinan. Stayed for two nights while on a bike trip through Brittany…read more Outstanding staff, quick to get you whatever you need. Breakfast was superb. The gardens and view from the back are great. And Dinan itself is a fantastic town to walk in.

From the owner: Elégance et charme Ce bel hôtel uni luxe et charme. Les chambres donnent sur un jardin qui a lieu…read moremême un vis a vis sur les remparts. En saison estivale, il est fortement conseillé de prendre le petit déjeuner ou l'apéritif sur la terrasse. Les trois suites de l'hôtel donnent un cachet au lieu qui reste une adresse de qualité. Et si, après avoir marché toute la journée, vous n'avez même plus la force de monter l'escalier vous pourrez opter pour l'ascenseur.

This staff here is amazing, and the hotel itself is located in a beautiful spot. The staff members…read morewe encountered were extremely friendly and helpful, even with our ridiculous American questions. It was so convenient they all spoke English well. They went above and beyond what we could had expected and made our trip to Saint Malo that much better. The hotel is located right across the beach, with amazing sunset views. Fort National is right there, only accessible during low tide. The walled city is a five minute walk, and has so much to offer, especially food. The tourism office is right on the way towards the walled city. Our first day, or night I should say, was the worst possible start of a trip in the history of ever; but this hotel and it's wonderful, cheerful, helpful staff came right in and saved our trip. They made our first night super relaxed and enjoyable, though we'd been through hell. We can't recommend this hotel enough, it was really exactly what we needed to be able to reset ourselves and enjoy our trip after a terrible flight/car rental/arrival/stranded mishap (thanks for nothing Expedia -_-)

Breakfast (we were on a Globus tour) sucked so terribly AC…read morein room was a joke Would never stay here again and would never recommend it. Room was a joke

From the owner: Découvrez notre hôtel avec une vue exceptionnelle sur la baie de St-Brieuc. Chaque chambre possède…read moreune terrasse avec une vue mer panoramique. Chambre tout confort avec plateau de courtoisie, mini-bar, etc. L'hotel dispose de l'accès internet gratuit et d'un grand parking privé. Votre séjour vous offrira le calme et le repos du bord de mer avec un accès direct à la plage.

Nice smaller hotel in a repurposed historic building. Rooms have good furniture and are spacious…read more Great location in the center. Seems to be a good value typically.

We enjoyed this hotel very much, the location was great and very interesting…read more The hotel staff was very friendly and spoke both French and English, and they were kind enough to hold our cases for 3 days after our visit, so we could make a bicycle tour without our luggage.

From the owner: Un hotel à Dinan en Bretagne, dans les Côtes d'armor. L'hôtel Le Challonge trois étoiles, est situé…read moreen plein centre ville, au coeur de la cité médievale de Dinan. Que vous soyez seul, en famille ou en groupe, cet hotel de charme, vous offre le choix de 18 chambres doubles, dont 2 familiales et une suite salon. Un parking public est situé face à l'hotel, vous pourrez ainsi aisement, visiter la ville de Dinan à pied. Une restauration régionale et de choix vous est proposée par de nombreux etablissements. Cet hotel est situé à proximité de Saint Malo, Dinard, Cancale et du Mont Saint Michel... ainsi qu'un certain nombre de golfs aux alentours. Notre équipe saura vous guider, dans vos choix. Etablissement labelisé trois étoiles Rénovation hiver 2012 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

So you're touring the amazement that is Mont. St. Michel - a once in a lifetime experience for…read moremany! And a whole lotta calorie burning for most as you climb your way up to the Abby. So, how does one cap off this experience? With an amazing lunch, that's how! To clarify, your options are a bit limited, let's not forget this, but still, this place has it all! Good service, awesome ambiance, and bitchin' food! All three of us in our party were thoroughly satisfied! I had an individual pizza that was fantastic! My wife had oysters and some other fish dish and she loved it. My daughter had spaghetti and judging by the empty plate? She definitely loved hers too. It was great, really! Do yourself a solid and give 'em a go if you have the opportunity. Cheers!

Because the location is SO cool (and you don't have to cart your luggage nearly as far up the hill…read moreas other hotels on the rock)! You can also easily access the ramparts (more direct access to Mont St Michel less crowds) through the back door with your key card. And the staff are all so friendly, kind, and accommodating. :-) Restaurant buffet breakfast is GREAT! And you will not need to eat lunch - trust me! For their dinner restaurant, please take my advice and spring for the more expensive prix fix meal - it's SO worth it! One night I had the cheaper option but - kinda meh. :-( But the 2nd night I had lobster salad, amazing rack of lamb, and yummy peach Melba for dessert. I left sooo satisfied and soo full! :-) One note, please ask that they be upfront and transparent about exactly which days their morning deliveries will be. B/c the amount of LOUD banging and clanging of said deliveries on the cobblestone street that starts RIGHT outside your room window on some days (Wednesday for me) from 6:30am til 9am is unbelievable. The racket is literally akin to having the drum section of a marching band right outside. If they had warned me I would have tried to have been asleep by 10pm. There is no way to mitigate the loudness either - no white noise machines or fans. Bring ear plugs - but even those probably won't help. Just go to sleep early those nights before so your sightseeing days won't be impacted.