Slept very well. Nice host. Good location. Nice breakfast. Fun to sleep in a cave

Stayed in September 2024

I was obviously expecting humidity but hadn’t really thought this through enough

Location was good, a short picturesque stroll into town. Street parking was very close. Host was great. Breakfast was good.

Stayed in July 2024

Some of the building work is a little rough in places, but it didn't bother us ... it is a cave after all and a very comfortable one.

Such an interesting building with a lovely garden to sit in and have a drink. The pool was a very welcome addition on a hot day. We slept amazingly well in the cocoon-like room. Help yourself to drinks and a lovely breakfast. Couldn't ask for much more.

Stayed in June 2024

We stayed for two nights. The items we had removed from our saddle bags were very wet by the time we left. The room’s humidifier was timed and not on long enough to stop moisture. Stay one night or pay more for a room with a window.

We had an internal room with no windows which meant total quietness. Safe bicycle storage and we used the garden to eat our picnic dinners. Our host gave us wine glasses for the bottle of local wine we had bought in town. Sleeping in a cave is novel. The owners are efficient, helpful and friendly. We walked up the hill path behind the cave, getting great views of the Loire, to reach Leonardo da Vinci’s house which was a highlight. Leaving the house we walked down many, many steps to arrive in Blois town right next to the chateau. Troglodyte Cave is in a good location.

Stayed in October 2023

The weather turned cold the day we arrived, and the pool is tepid, not hot. I was looking forward to a nice hot swim but the rest I can't fault 😀

The owner and staff were very friendly, lovely people, very helpful. The location was an easy walk to the castle's and village. It was a lovely little place, and very different to stay in a cave. I loved the history of this town Leonardo de Vinci last home, he died there, and there were many kings and queens. A very interesting and gorgeous place to go. Highly recommend 👌

Stayed in October 2023

We arrived about an hour before the designated checkin time and just wanted to use the bathroom urgently after a few hours of driving but the man who was there at the time (different person to the main reception gentleman) was very rude to us and basically kicked us out and told us to come back after the check in time. Bizarre. That man should not be talking to guests. Very angry person.

This is not a regular hotel. It's an experience. And a fantastic experience at that. The idea of sleeping in a very old cave with little ventilation, no natural light and high humidity might not sound appealing to all but we definitely enjoyed it. Personally I would not stay for more than one night but the property is well worth a visit. The room while not too bright is nicely decorated and pleasant to be in. The only complaint about the room is the wall between the room and the toilet which is not complete. Wall only goes until like 2 meteres and then there's a massive gap all the way to the high ceiling. You really need the toilet to be completely separate from the rest of the room which this was not. My wife and I have been married for several years but we still like our privacy and a sound/smell barrier is definitely needed if you know what I mean. Most of the staff were lovely. The gentleman that checked us in was very friendly and we felt welcome throughout the stay. The breakfast was excellent we just wished we had our own table rather than sharing with others. Not a dealbreaker but we like our privacy. Now our favourite thing about this property was the pool that never closes. So unlike virtually all hotels in the world, you can have a swim at any time of the day and night. Which we did, at midnight. While having a bottle of wine. It was incredible :)

Stayed in July 2023

There was a chlorine smell from the pool in the front area. I found it a little hard to breathe in the room, and the manager offered to put in a dehumidifier. This solved my problem completely and I slept well. It was a fun experience to stay there, all in all.

The experience of staying in a cave was unique and interesting. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was delicious. The pool was really cool to sit by, although we did not swim. We slept very well in the beds and were surprised at how late it was when we got up because the room was pitch dark. It was a fun experience to visit this hotel.

Stayed in August 2023

A little far from railway station

Different

Stayed in August 2023

Our room had no natural light and electrical lighting not quite enough .Our family in other room did have window and it was much better

Unique experience staying in a cave, owner was very helpful, breakfast good and glad we booked

Stayed in August 2023

Staff were quite indifferent to us - not especially welcoming. Overhead was not functioning and kept spraying everywhere. Being a cave, the room felt damp . Should have kept suitcase shut- top layers in suitcase clothing felt damp in the morning .

Good location Breakfast plentiful

Stayed in July 2023

Humidity is extremely high inside the cave, but a dehumidifier is put a our disposal. In the smaller bedrooms there are no windows.

The special experience of sleeping in the caves + pool inside the caves.

Stayed in July 2023

There was no car park at the guest house, but there was plenty of parking on the road side opposite.

It was a very warm night in Amboise when we were there but it was lovely and cool in our cave bedroom. The warm jacuzzi was very welcoming after an invigorating dip in the pool. The staff were very welcoming and took time to explain the history of the place. Good breakfast too. We liked the location as it was just a short walk to the town, restaurants and there was wine tasting next door!

Stayed in July 2023

The garden could have been better kept , it looked like they needed a lot of maintenance

It was fine but everything was a bit run down but the host was very friendly and the pool though above ground was refreshing

Stayed in June 2023

Had an interior windowless room- it was quite cold and humid with particles natural to a cave- all surfaces were moist (bedding, floors) Recommend a room with outside air connection (window-French doors)

Novel concept( appreciated being able to see the interior of a cave system and the work it took to turn it into a hotel. Extremely helpful hosts, nice breakfast.

Stayed in June 2023

Outside area is badly maintained and not inviting to enjoy. Location of property is not convenient, with parking on the street and hauling luggage to your room.

Experience to stay and sleep inside a cave. Nice pool located in the cave. Breakfast served next to this pool creates a different atmosphere.

Stayed in June 2023

Divider walls between rooms within the cave did not seem very soundproof--but of course this is due to the unique building within a cave.

We enjoyed our new and unique cave hotel experience. The location was convenient to many chateaus and walkable to town; breakfast was standard/satisfactory; the pool looked lovely, although we didn't use it; the room comfort was good (no windows and cave darkness is great for sleeping, and we expected the humidity). The common areas were comfortable and nicely decorated.

Stayed in May 2023

Covered this above.

Jacuzzi in the bathroom. Large bedroom. View on the garden, so natural light. Generous breakfast. Warm welcome. Not quite so keen on poor lighting as electricity, plumbing, ventilation, toilets are all necessarily retrofitted to caves, so typically a bit DIY-ish. Slight mustiness to the rooms as the care rock is slightly porous.

Stayed in April 2023

pool was cold needed a bit more heating also maybe a cooked element to breakfast

willingness of host to allow us free range to use lounge, pool and kitchen into the night - also cool staying in a cave

Stayed in October 2022

no home shoes, so was not comfortable to walk barefoot in room

jacuzzi is great

Stayed in October 2022

Soundproofing & humidity could be improved.

Staying in a troglodyte room was quite an interesting & enjoyable experience. The location is good for walking into town, along the riverside, to restaurants. Breakfast was a pleasant but basic continental with each person getting there own stainless steel flask. The owner was very helpful & friendly.

Stayed in September 2022

Possibly somewhere to dry swimming gear as the cool in the cave didn't allow mine to dry. We could have turned up the heater though.

The best nights' sleep of my whole holiday. Dark and silent and so cool when the days were humid and over 30°. Try this for a coupke of nights for a really different experience. We were made very welcome and we loved the calm when the town is so bustling. The inside pool is lovely too. Located close enough to town to walk and with plenty of free parking on the street

Stayed in September 2022

Interesting and unique experience. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast.

Stayed in September 2022

The main shower unfortunately didn’t work too well. But nothing that couldn’t be fixed.

Wonderful find. Very accommodating hosts and a great experience. Lovely breakfast - beautifully laid out. Lovely pool for relaxing around (inside the cave). I would highly recommend it - wonderful experience and really well located for centre of Amboise which is an amazing town. Short walk into town. Give it a go. You won’t regret it. Xx

Stayed in August 2022

Slightly better lighting by the mirror

Great accommodation as described the owner couldn't be more helpful. Breakfast as expected continental and started the day well. Town is a short walk away.

Stayed in August 2022