Discover the Périgord with a selection of charming hotels

If the Dordogne is famous for the prehistoric Lascaux cave or the Sarlat truffle market, travelers will discover the hidden assets of this beautiful region on a Périgord vacation. Staying in a charming hotel in Aquitaine means enjoying the bucolic setting of a beautiful establishment, savoring traditional cuisine and tasting the conviviality of the Périgord region. Follow the guide.

A charming hotel in Périgord Blanc

In south-western France, Périgueux, capital of the Dordogne department, offers a foretaste of the riches of the Périgord region. Built on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, Saint-Front Cathedral marks the starting point of the maze of narrow streets in the medieval town’s historic center.

But you’ll have to go deeper into this unspoilt countryside to fully appreciate the charms of Périgord Blanc, named after the limestone of many of the region’s monuments, confined to the Auvézère and Isle valleys. A stopover in a charming hotel in the Périgord region is a must.

Set in verdant surroundings, the hotel leChâteaude Lalande, a 19th-century manor house, is appreciated for its old white stones and turret. Inside, the personalized decor of the seventeen charming rooms, with their antique furniture and period woodwork, varies between authenticity and modernity. From the shaded terrace, a century-old wisteria marks the pathway to the pleasant outdoor pool.

The establishment, run by Catherine Staebell as hostess and Yves Staebell in the kitchen, offers a haven of peace in a family atmosphere. For a taste of Perigordian gastronomy, Les Collectionneurs offers combined overnight stays and dinners during gourmet walks in which the establishment participates.

A charming hotel in the Périgord Pourpre region

The poetic resonance of this region comes from the color of the vineyards in autumn, when the Monbazillac and Pécharmant hillsides have just been harvested. This southern part of Périgord can be visited on foot or by hot-air balloon, to discover the main sites such as the Saint-Avit-Sénieur abbey, the English bastide of Beaumont-du-Périgord or the Château de Montaigne , where the writer penned his Essais. A canoe trip on the Dordogne river will take you to the unmissable town of Bergerac.

Just a stone’s throw away, in the small village of Saint-Nexans, the Chartreuse du Bignac enjoys a privileged location. This beautiful home nestles in a green setting, ideal for relaxation. Whether by the large swimming pool or on the terrace with its breathtaking views over the surrounding valleys, the setting is idyllic.

For an evening out or a romantic break in the Dordogne, this elegant 17th-century building becomes a cocoon of tranquillity, with its cosy library and vaulted cellars.

A charming hotel in the Périgord Noir

This is the oldest appellation, referring to the forests of holm oaks and their dark foliage. Black Périgord, in the Vézère valley, on the border between the Bordeaux region and the Quercy limestone plateaux. France’s most beautiful villages, such as La Roque-Gageac or Sarlat, famous for its local produce such as truffles, walnuts and figs.

In the heart of the Aquitaine region, a few kilometers from the prehistoric village of Les Eyzies, in a place called Millac, nestles La Métairie. This 19th-century bourgeois house, with its exposed beams and large fireplace, is an invitation to serenity.

The warm, friendly welcome adds to the charm of the place. Among the spacious, uniquely decorated rooms, the Prestige superior room offers not only all modern comforts, but also an enchanting view of the Périgord countryside.