Hotel Anne D'Anjou, The Originals Collection - Saumur

4-star historic hotel on the Loire River with Michelin-star dining and views of Château de Saumur

Accommodations

The 41 fully renovated rooms at Hotel Anne D'Anjou mix modern amenities with preserved original decor from the Louis XVI, Restoration, and Empire periods. Rooms with views of the Loire River or Château de Saumur are available upon request, including the Prestige Château room and Superior Double Room. The attic family room offers spacious accommodations for families, and ground-floor rooms like Room 401 open directly to the garden.

Dining

The on-site Michelin-star restaurant L'Essentiel offers high-end culinary options and is located around the corner from the hotel. Guests can also enjoy breakfast in the courtyard or garden terrace with a view of the château, featuring fresh cheese, pastries, homemade cakes, and hot options like scrambled eggs. The lounge bar serves cocktails and local wines such as Crémant de Saumur in a setting that recalls the elegance of the 1920s and 1930s.

Wellness & Pool

The heated outdoor swimming pool is open from April to October and offers a view of the château, with sun loungers, umbrellas, and pool towels provided. Guests can book the wellness centre featuring a jacuzzi and sauna for an additional charge, with a direct view of the castle from the jacuzzi. Full-body, couples, and foot massages are also available on-site.

Family & Pet-Friendly

Anne D'Anjou offers family rooms in the annex and attic family rooms that accommodate groups of up to four, along with a children's playground. Dogs are welcome with no overcharging, and the hotel provides pet bowls and ground-floor rooms with garden access for easy walks. Board games and puzzles are available for family entertainment, and the pool is fenced for child safety.

Location & Activities

Situated on the banks of the Loire River directly below the Château de Saumur, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from the town center and its restaurants. Nearby attractions include the Gratien & Meyer wine cellar, the Saumur Armored Museum, and the Loire bike route, with canoeing and horse riding available in the area. The hotel offers secure on-site parking (bookable, €13/night) and electric vehicle charging stations, plus free street parking along the quayside.

• Rooms: 41 renovated rooms with river or château views
• Dining: On-site Michelin-star restaurant L'Essentiel
• Pool: Heated outdoor pool open April-October
• Wellness: Sauna, jacuzzi, and massage treatments
• Family: Family rooms, children's playground, board games
• Pets: Dog-friendly with garden-access rooms
• Location: Overlooking Loire River and Château de Saumur