The location is incredible, a unique setting being in the middle of this idyllic village. The room was so cute, it was essentially a whole house. Charming, beautifully decorated. Staff were helpful and friendly, very at tentative and a real family feeling. Food was good but not great. Was going to mark the property down for this one reason, but... More

Outstanding surroundings and outstanding idea as regards to renovating a small village into a luxury 5 stars hotel - the houses are actually the rooms-. Outstanding welcome as well from the owner, who makes you feel like being good and close friends meeting up again – the handling of guest is smart and warm, with a great sense of humor... More

Lovely stay at Les Deux Abbesses, an enchanting place for a couple to spend some quality time and visit the gorgeous region. Our little house was very nice, clean and comfortable; a perfect "nid d'amour". Food was excellent although the chef should improve on the risotto, as it was definetly overcooked. Service was great and we felt the staff really... More

A beautiful and enchantered place located in a small renovated village of the Middle AGes .The restaurant and living room are located in the castle . Excellent cook , varied and imaginative that we enjoyed for week . The rooms are located in the houses of the village that overlooks the river Allier. A swimming pool but can go hiking,... More

First we must say that the “les Deux Abbesses” website is absolutely truthful. We needed a relaxing holiday and the information on the website seemed to suggest that this was the place we were looking for and it actually was. If you want to live a holiday” far from the madding crowd” this is the right place . The whole... More

If your idea of an ideal rural French hotel stay is to experience a view from one of the medieval hill towns you pass while exploring the countryside, then the Les Deux Abbessess is your ideal. The hotel occupies much of the restored village of Saint Arcons de Alliers, located in the sparcely populated Haute Loire department in the vicinity... More

I am in France quite often on business and living for extended periods in Provence. I am a traveler who really knows his way around the Hexagone. I thought I'd share some of my more 'objective' opinions on tripadviser. I knew I was off to a good start when during my correspondance with the owner, Laurence (yes...a lovely, lovely woman),... More

This was our second visit to Les Deux Abbesses. Our first stay there was last July (2009). We had to go back and bring our adult children who where visiting us here in France where we currently live. This is the most unique place we have seen in our extensive travels throughout France. If you like the outdoors, horseback riding,... More

The location is stunning, and both the vision and the ambition of the owner are remarkable: a largely dead village perched hill-top with lovely views restored lovingly building by building, with great taste. The place should be relaxing for most and could have been for me. I happened to check in late and tired on one of the year's hottest... More