This simple, family-run hotel from the 17th Century offers a calm elegance in the charming city of Chinon. The Hôtel Diderot, with its courtyard garden and white limestone walls, is a 12-minute walk from Chinon Royal Fortress. Guest rooms are all individually decorated and have private en suite bathrooms with a bath or shower and a toilet. A French breakfast is served next to the 15th-century fireplace in the breakfast room, or it is served on the terrace during the summer. Guests have use of the garden and patio. Many shops and restaurants are located nearby. Chinon Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the property. This property does not have elevator ,porteur,airconditioning and minibar.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We last visited about 24 years ago and as this hotel was on route, decided to revisit. Lovely memories of this hotel! Lived up to expectations.
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Unbelievably fantastic breakfast, wonderful building and excellent location.
  • Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming building, good location and a comfortable room. The owners were very pleasant and helpful, and the breakfast was delicious. Friends had recommended the hotel to us and we would certainly recommend it to others.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Hôtel Diderot
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs € 8 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Hôtel Diderot takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 21:00 and 07:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 12 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
2 - 9 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 12 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Hôtel Diderot accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that picnics are forbidden in the garden and patio.

Please note that at night,

Guests are entrusted with the key to the night entrance.

Please inform Hôtel Diderot in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Hôtel Diderot

  • The prices at Hôtel Diderot may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Hôtel Diderot include:

    • Double

  • Hôtel Diderot is 550 yards from the centre of Chinon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hôtel Diderot is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Hôtel Diderot offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental