Château de Fontanges
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Summary of reviewsChâteau de Fontanges is celebrated for its prime location on the outskirts of Rodez, offering both accessibility to the city center and airport and a serene, bucolic setting. The historic charm and well-preserved elegance of the chateau create a tranquil atmosphere amidst meticulously maintained surroundings. Guests appreciate the convenience of nearby electric charging stations and closeness to a golf course, enhancing the appeal for families with spacious rooms and pleasant outdoor areas such as terraces and gardens overlooking the pool and countryside.
Breakfast at the chateau is frequently praised for its hearty and generous portions with a variety of fresh, delicious selections. Many guests enjoyed their meals in a picturesque setting, either on a covered terrace or in a room with extensive views. Although some mentioned the absence of certain items and minor logistical issues, the overall sentiment remains positive, highlighting the attentive staff and the exceptional morning experience provided.
Dinner experiences at the chateau draw mixed reactions; while many patrons commend the high-quality, delicious and refined cuisine, the dining service sometimes falls short due to slow service, long wait times and limited menu options. The restaurant’s occasional unavailability and cost also detract from the experience, although the quality of meals is generally appreciated.
Rooms are largely described as spacious, clean and comfortable with guests particularly enjoying the large family suites and high vaulted ceilings. While the decor and some amenities like bathrooms and lighting could use updating, the overall standard of the rooms aligns with a three-star level of service, offering a serene and comfortable stay.
Cleanliness is another strong point for Château de Fontanges. Guests consistently highlight the high standards maintained in rooms, shared areas and the refurbished castle setting, contributing to a neat and pleasant atmosphere. The pool area is also well received for its stylish and relaxing environment, though guests occasionally mention cooler water temperatures and cleanliness issues.
The staff at the chateau are often described as friendly, attentive and professional, creating a warm and welcoming environment. Guests appreciate the attentive service and the dedication of team members, which significantly enhances the overall experience despite occasional lapses in hospitality and language barriers.
For families, the chateau offers spacious family rooms and suites, along with a vast garden that becomes a favored area for children. Staff attentiveness to family needs and the joy children experience, particularly with amenities like the swimming pool, contribute to a positive family experience despite some concerns about menu variety and safety features.
Lastly, the bedding at the chateau is generally well-received with many guests praising the comfort and high quality of the beds. Although there are occasional issues with bed sizes and mismatched components, the overall feedback suggests a restful and comfortable stay.
In summary, Château de Fontanges provides a blend of historic charm and modern convenience with high marks for its serene location, overall cleanliness, friendly staff and comfortable accommodations. Despite some areas for improvement, guests generally enjoy a pleasant, comfortable stay with a positive overall experience.
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Breakfast at the chateau is frequently praised for its hearty and generous portions with a variety of fresh, delicious selections. Many guests enjoyed their meals in a picturesque setting, either on a covered terrace or in a room with extensive views. Although some mentioned the absence of certain items and minor logistical issues, the overall sentiment remains positive, highlighting the attentive staff and the exceptional morning experience provided.
Dinner experiences at the chateau draw mixed reactions; while many patrons commend the high-quality, delicious and refined cuisine, the dining service sometimes falls short due to slow service, long wait times and limited menu options. The restaurant’s occasional unavailability and cost also detract from the experience, although the quality of meals is generally appreciated.
Rooms are largely described as spacious, clean and comfortable with guests particularly enjoying the large family suites and high vaulted ceilings. While the decor and some amenities like bathrooms and lighting could use updating, the overall standard of the rooms aligns with a three-star level of service, offering a serene and comfortable stay.
Cleanliness is another strong point for Château de Fontanges. Guests consistently highlight the high standards maintained in rooms, shared areas and the refurbished castle setting, contributing to a neat and pleasant atmosphere. The pool area is also well received for its stylish and relaxing environment, though guests occasionally mention cooler water temperatures and cleanliness issues.
The staff at the chateau are often described as friendly, attentive and professional, creating a warm and welcoming environment. Guests appreciate the attentive service and the dedication of team members, which significantly enhances the overall experience despite occasional lapses in hospitality and language barriers.
For families, the chateau offers spacious family rooms and suites, along with a vast garden that becomes a favored area for children. Staff attentiveness to family needs and the joy children experience, particularly with amenities like the swimming pool, contribute to a positive family experience despite some concerns about menu variety and safety features.
Lastly, the bedding at the chateau is generally well-received with many guests praising the comfort and high quality of the beds. Although there are occasional issues with bed sizes and mismatched components, the overall feedback suggests a restful and comfortable stay.
In summary, Château de Fontanges provides a blend of historic charm and modern convenience with high marks for its serene location, overall cleanliness, friendly staff and comfortable accommodations. Despite some areas for improvement, guests generally enjoy a pleasant, comfortable stay with a positive overall experience.
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Château de Fontanges boasts a prime location on the outskirts of Rodez, making it an ideal destination for those looking to explore the region. Visitors appreciate its accessibility to Rodez airport and the city center, while still enjoying a serene and bucolic setting. The historic site with its charming castle structure and elegant interior, offers calm and tranquility amidst well-kept surroundings.
Guests frequently mention the convenience of nearby electric charging stations and the proximity to a golf course, adding to its appeal. The setting is perfect for family visits with spacious rooms and a pleasant terrace and garden that overlook the pool, Rodez and the beautiful countryside.
While some reviews note minor inconveniences such as difficulty in locating the hotel, proximity to busy roads and occasional noise, the overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights the excellent geographical position and the peaceful environment. Whether for leisure or regional exploration, this chateau offers a delightful blend of historic charm and modern convenience.
Château de Fontanges' breakfast offerings have garnered a variety of experiences from guests with an overwhelming emphasis on their generous and hearty portions. Many guests praised the fresh, abundant and delicious selections available. The breakfast buffet is frequently highlighted for its generous and replenished offerings, providing a good start to the day with a varied and plentiful selection. Guests also appreciated the pleasant setting, often enjoying their meal on a covered terrace or in a beautiful room with extensive views.
While there were numerous positive comments, some felt that the breakfast could benefit from improvements, noting the absence of certain items such as scrambled eggs and almond milk. A few guests mentioned the insufficiency in the variety and highlighted occasional logistical challenges, such as the buffet being far from the veranda or issues with the coffee machines.
Despite these points of improvement, the overall sentiment remains positive with excellent, delicious and good selection comments being predominant. The attentive staff and the beautiful setting of the veranda added to a very pleasant breakfast experience. The breakfast at Château de Fontanges seems to offer a delightful morning experience, meeting guests' expectations for quality and quantity, even if there is room for fine-tuning some details.
Château de Fontanges offers a dining experience that evokes mixed reactions from its guests. Many patrons appreciated the high quality of the dishes, describing their meals as delicious and the cuisine as excellent and refined. The menu, although limited, was praised for being interesting and featuring good dishes. Some highlighted the excellent value for money.
However, certain aspects of the dining service drew criticism. Guests reported slow service, instances of poor dining service and long wait times despite the small plates and charcuterie boards being of quality. Additionally, some found the restaurant's offerings to be too costly, especially given the limited options available.
The restaurant's availability also posed an issue for many with reports of it being frequently closed or fully booked, sometimes reserved for specific groups. The lack of room service and alternative weekday dining options compounded these concerns. Overall, while the restaurant’s meals garnered positive feedback, the overall dining experience was marred by service inefficiencies and accessibility challenges.
Guests of Château de Fontanges generally highlight the spaciousness and comfort of the rooms. Many appreciated the large, clean rooms with high vaulted ceilings, noting that they provide a serene and calming atmosphere. The family suites receive positive remarks for their size and additional living space.
Bedding is frequently described as comfortable, contributing to a good night's sleep. Rooms are often noted as matching their descriptions and many have been recently renovated. Cleanliness is a common point of satisfaction with guests finding their accommodations well-kept.
However, not all feedback is glowing. Some rooms are described as basic, outdated or lacking sufficient lighting. The bathrooms, in particular, seem to require renovation with some guests mentioning the need for updated showers and better quality facilities. Soundproofing also appears to be an issue in several reviews, as is the absence of air conditioning and fridges, which can be problematic in hotter weather.
While the decor in some rooms is deemed below the overall standard of the property, the suite in the tower stands out as exceptional. Despite some criticisms, the general consensus is that the rooms at Château de Fontanges offer a comfortable and spacious stay, aligning with a three-star level of service.
Guest feedback on the beds at Château de Fontanges generally highlights a positive experience. Many guests praised the high-quality and very comfortable bedding, often describing the beds as cozy and offering great comfort. The mattresses are frequently noted for their generosity in size with many appreciating the large king-size and even larger 200/200 beds. Phrases such as high-quality bedding and very comfortable bedding recur throughout the reviews, indicating a consistent standard.
However, there were some mentions of bed sizes being insufficient with specific instances pointing out mismatched box springs and mattresses, where a 160 cm mattress is placed on a 140 cm box spring. There were also occasional complaints about beds being either too hard or too small and some beds being described as old fashioned.
Overall, the Château de Fontanges appears to offer a mix of bed sizes and types with the majority of guests finding the beds to be extremely comfortable and the bedding to be of high quality, suggesting a restful stay for most visitors.
Château de Fontanges receives high marks for its cleanliness, contributing significantly to the overall guest experience. Many reviews praise the establishment for being very clean, including rooms, bedding and shared areas. The setting within the castle and the surrounding domains are noted for their neatness and pleasant atmosphere. Guests also commend the well-planned refurbishing, which maintains the property's charm while ensuring modern standards of cleanliness and upkeep.
The pool area generally receives positive remarks for being well maintained, although there are isolated comments suggesting it could be cleaner at times. Rooms, while occasionally mentioned as small, are often described as clean and pretty, indicating a consistent level of attention to detail in maintaining hygiene. A few reviews highlight the cleanliness of the suites as exceptional, enhancing the overall appeal of staying at the castle.
Despite a few criticisms regarding window cleanliness, coffee machines and occasional lapses in room upkeep, the general sentiment leans heavily towards satisfaction. The cleanliness of the rooms and bathrooms is highly recommended with an emphasis on the pleasant and clean ambiance throughout the property.
The staff at Château de Fontanges generally receive high praise for their friendliness, attentiveness and professionalism. Guests frequently describe the team as pleasant, helpful and hospitable, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The reception is often highlighted for its exceptional quality with guests appreciating the staff's kindness and dedication to providing top-notch service. Although a few reviews mention some shortcomings in experience and a lack of a warm welcome at times, the overall sentiment leans towards a positive and accommodating experience. Special mentions go to specific team members, such as the bartender, for making a particularly favorable impression. Despite occasional language barriers, the staff's efforts to assist and provide quality service shine through. The consistent mention of their attentiveness and friendly demeanor makes the stay at Château de Fontanges notably pleasant and inviting.
The pool at Château de Fontanges is generally appreciated for its well-maintained and stylish appearance, offering guests a pleasant and relaxing swimming experience. The area is described as neat, albeit with some mentions of untidy plants around the pool. The pool is noted for being large and beautiful, providing a calm and relaxing ambiance most of the time. Towels are available for guest use, adding to the convenience. However, reviews also point out some inconsistencies such as occasional rust on the chairs, cooler water temperatures and periods when the pool is closed or unavailable. The cleanliness of the water has been mentioned with some mixed feedback, but overall, the pool area remains a favored amenity for many guests seeking relaxation at the hotel.
Château de Fontanges caters well to families with children, offering spacious and comfortable family rooms and suites that allow for a pleasant stay. Reviewers frequently noted the large family rooms and spacious family suites that provided ample space for everyone. The hotel's vast garden is particularly appreciated by families, as it provides a pleasant area for children to run around and play. Guests mentioned that children enjoyed the experiences at the hotel and were completely amazed, especially those who had dreamt of a swimming pool. The staff are very attentive to family needs, adding to the overall positive experience. However, a few points to consider are the limited menu for families and some concerns about unprotected stairs in the family rooms, particularly for those with very young children. These aspects could use some improvement to better accommodate families of four.
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Guests frequently mention the convenience of nearby electric charging stations and the proximity to a golf course, adding to its appeal. The setting is perfect for family visits with spacious rooms and a pleasant terrace and garden that overlook the pool, Rodez and the beautiful countryside.
While some reviews note minor inconveniences such as difficulty in locating the hotel, proximity to busy roads and occasional noise, the overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights the excellent geographical position and the peaceful environment. Whether for leisure or regional exploration, this chateau offers a delightful blend of historic charm and modern convenience.
Breakfast
While there were numerous positive comments, some felt that the breakfast could benefit from improvements, noting the absence of certain items such as scrambled eggs and almond milk. A few guests mentioned the insufficiency in the variety and highlighted occasional logistical challenges, such as the buffet being far from the veranda or issues with the coffee machines.
Despite these points of improvement, the overall sentiment remains positive with excellent, delicious and good selection comments being predominant. The attentive staff and the beautiful setting of the veranda added to a very pleasant breakfast experience. The breakfast at Château de Fontanges seems to offer a delightful morning experience, meeting guests' expectations for quality and quantity, even if there is room for fine-tuning some details.
Dinner
However, certain aspects of the dining service drew criticism. Guests reported slow service, instances of poor dining service and long wait times despite the small plates and charcuterie boards being of quality. Additionally, some found the restaurant's offerings to be too costly, especially given the limited options available.
The restaurant's availability also posed an issue for many with reports of it being frequently closed or fully booked, sometimes reserved for specific groups. The lack of room service and alternative weekday dining options compounded these concerns. Overall, while the restaurant’s meals garnered positive feedback, the overall dining experience was marred by service inefficiencies and accessibility challenges.
Rooms
Bedding is frequently described as comfortable, contributing to a good night's sleep. Rooms are often noted as matching their descriptions and many have been recently renovated. Cleanliness is a common point of satisfaction with guests finding their accommodations well-kept.
However, not all feedback is glowing. Some rooms are described as basic, outdated or lacking sufficient lighting. The bathrooms, in particular, seem to require renovation with some guests mentioning the need for updated showers and better quality facilities. Soundproofing also appears to be an issue in several reviews, as is the absence of air conditioning and fridges, which can be problematic in hotter weather.
While the decor in some rooms is deemed below the overall standard of the property, the suite in the tower stands out as exceptional. Despite some criticisms, the general consensus is that the rooms at Château de Fontanges offer a comfortable and spacious stay, aligning with a three-star level of service.
Beds
However, there were some mentions of bed sizes being insufficient with specific instances pointing out mismatched box springs and mattresses, where a 160 cm mattress is placed on a 140 cm box spring. There were also occasional complaints about beds being either too hard or too small and some beds being described as old fashioned.
Overall, the Château de Fontanges appears to offer a mix of bed sizes and types with the majority of guests finding the beds to be extremely comfortable and the bedding to be of high quality, suggesting a restful stay for most visitors.
Cleanliness
The pool area generally receives positive remarks for being well maintained, although there are isolated comments suggesting it could be cleaner at times. Rooms, while occasionally mentioned as small, are often described as clean and pretty, indicating a consistent level of attention to detail in maintaining hygiene. A few reviews highlight the cleanliness of the suites as exceptional, enhancing the overall appeal of staying at the castle.
Despite a few criticisms regarding window cleanliness, coffee machines and occasional lapses in room upkeep, the general sentiment leans heavily towards satisfaction. The cleanliness of the rooms and bathrooms is highly recommended with an emphasis on the pleasant and clean ambiance throughout the property.
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Yes, Château de Fontanges has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Château de Fontanges.
Yes, Château de Fontanges welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Château de Fontanges.
Yes, Château de Fontanges has a gym.
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