I wasn’t a fan of how busy the property is- when I arrived there was a garden market which made it extremely busy to visit the castle and the garden. I decided to wait until the morning to visit the garden and was so serene - until a group of school aged children were admitted. I wasn’t expecting the property to be so commercial, although I know it’s important to bring in revenue it really dampened the stay. I also felt a bit clasterphobic in the rooms not being able to open any windows, and it was quite dark.

It was a very authentic stay in a castle property. I can tell the owners put in alot of work into ensuring the property was preserved to the medeival times. The gardens are so beautiful, and a relaxing walk through the gardens while I stayed made the visit.

Stayed in June 2024

Absolutely nothing.

Very warm welcome. One-of-a-kind setting -- sleeping and being treated like chateau owners. The castle and its gardens are so inviting for a relaxing time. There is a nice gastronomic restaurant on the spot.

Stayed in May 2024

The view,staff and the food

Stayed in October 2023

Good but average breakfast.

Atmosphere, historical furniture, silence, excellent restaurant.

Stayed in August 2023

no bar, no mini-bar even, no television in room, no milk in room, breakfast was a little meagre, car park was a little too far from property ( esp. when arriving initially).

the setting, the restaurant, the gardens, the room itself.

Stayed in September 2022

Nothing

Gorgeous traditional looking French chateau which has been sympathetically restored with contemporary touches. The gardens were a real bonus and very interesting to look round. We loved our room which was very spacious and comfortable. Excellent meal in the restaurant with great service.

Stayed in September 2022

It would have been helpful to have been given clear directions for how to find the chateau. Our Sat Nav took us to the wrong (locked) entrances. For anyone visiting - don’t turn off until you reach the turning at traffic lights. Then you will find it easily.

The Chateau is stunning and the grounds magical. It has a real fairytale feel to it. The food was excellent in the gastronomic restaurant as well. We loved our visit and would definitely visit again.

Stayed in September 2022

We cannot fault anything. It was perfect.

The chateau is unbelievably good; it is just like a dream: a fairytale. We arrived late and were guided to the secret garden restaurant. What an astonishing location for a restaurant within the castle. The food was the best food we have enjoyed in France and all the better for the beautiful location. Service was incredible. The chateau accommodation was a delight and magical. This is top class accommodation with incredible views of the main chateau building. The breakfast was excellent. Overall, a high quality stay in a magical, fairytale chateau. The owners have clearly taken great care to make the chateau perfect. Thank you so much.

Stayed in August 2022

The internet was a public Wi-Fi and hard to log into. For future guests to be aware, it is not a hotel but rather an extremely high end B and B!

It is rare to arrive at a property and find that it looks even better than it did online. The chateau is truly stunning, the gardens are beautiful, the room and bathroom were beautifully appointed and everything was of the highest quality. The bedrooms themselves are in the converted stables, with views over the chateau and garden (photo is of our view). The materials used in the conversion are outstanding and the owners’ taste and vision are apparent everywhere.

Stayed in August 2022

restaurant closed

location and the grounds. The castle and history

Stayed in August 2022

Staying here is a unique experience.

Stayed in August 2022

no options to get a drink once the castle closed to visitors.

beautiful location. rooms were of a good standard. great for a couple of nights

Stayed in August 2022

Beautiful place to stay

Stayed in August 2022

It was a little difficult to find the entrance at first and if there was a small pool that would have been wonderful to relax after touring during the day, especially since we were experiencing a heat wave.

The location was very convenient and the food and presentation was fantastic.

Stayed in August 2022

Just a pity that the restaurant is closed early in the week. Chinon is a bit of a drive away for alternative restaurants

Very welcoming and helpful staff. The setting and buildings are beautiful - a privilege to stroll in the gardens with only the peacocks for company!. Breakfast is astonishingly good. Really hot weather but the AC is brilliant and quiet and the bed very comfortable. Our bike rental as arranged by the staff worked very well and the green cycle route is very close.

Stayed in June 2022

The chateau was incredible. the rooms were very well decorated and the staff was so friendly. Gastronomic restaurant also very good value. would come back anytime and advise any of my friends / family to make a stop here

Stayed in July 2022

nothing

amazing place

Stayed in July 2022

Absolutely nothing.

It feels like living in a fairytale. Just wonderful.

Stayed in June 2022

Just be aware that the restaurant is open from Wednesday evening so as in our case we had to look for alternative solutions for Sunday to Tuesday.

The hotel forms part of the château with access to the gardens even when closed to the general public. Only seven rooms so no overcrowding and great breakfast.

Stayed in June 2022

the castle view, atmosphere, breakfast

Stayed in April 2022

I wish the restaurant was open every evening, but I also appreciate that it is important to have days off and respect that. For a suggestion, it would be nice to offer a simple picnic supper for guests on those days if they wish to keep things easy and not go to local restaurant.

Chateau du Rivau is a wonderful place to stay. The service was exceptional - the communication so responsive before we arrived, even booking us a reservation at a local restaurant (we arrived on a day the hotel’s restaurant was closed) and helping us when we arrived later than planned due to roadworks. The room was beautiful - a lovely combination of period and modern style, with a great bathroom. I highly recommend enjoying the gardens in the evening (if arriving on a day restaurant is closed, consider bringing a picnic and staying on site).

Stayed in May 2022

- The breakfast was overall good, but with inconsistent quality due to the varying availability of staff members.

+ Very nice ambiance in an old chateau and the rooms are well decorated, with great garden and castle view. Rooms are comfortable, with spacious, well-stocked bathroom. + Our host Thomas was super friendly, considerate, and helpful. Though the on-premise restaurant was not open during our stay, he helped us book fantastic restaurants nearby and gave tour recommendations. + Massage was good.

Stayed in March 2022

no

nice

Stayed in April 2022

nothing, nothing at all

the staff is helpful and friendly, the site is exceptional, everything is immaculate, absolutely unforgettable

Stayed in April 2022