The 10 best Castles in Occitanie, France

June 14, 2023 Esmeralda Fenner

Discover the best Castles in Occitanie including Chateau Les Carrasses, Chateau de Labro, Chateauzen, Olydea - Le Chateau de la Redorte & Spa, Chambres d'hotes Chateau de Lahitte, Chateau de Valloubiere, Chateau Bel Aspect, Camping Capfun Chateau de Boisson, Le Chateau de Projan, Castelchambres, Chateau de Malves.
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1. Chateau Les Carrasses

route Capestang, 34310 Quarante France 011 33 4 67 00 00 67
Excellent
76%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 421 reviews

Chateau Les Carrasses

Chateau Les Carrasses is a 19th Century Wine Domaine in the Languedoc, South of France, extensively restored as a luxury self-catering estate and boutique winery. Facilities include a magnificent infinity pool, floodlit clay tennis, boulodrome and barbecue area, conservatory, orchard and olive grove. Stylish self-catering accommodation consists of 30 suites, apartments and villas, many with panoramic views, private gardens and heated pools, and all fashioned from the original 19th Century buildings. Furnished in elegant French style, the properties suit parties up to 8 people, perfect for families and groups of friends. During the school holidays a kids club is open for children of ages 4 - 12 run by bilingual staff, and based around nature, water play, creativity, adventure and sports. Our restaurant awarded 2 toques by the 2020 Gault et Millau guide serves a modern take on Mediterranean cuisine and is open daily for lunch and dinner (closed Monday & Tuesdays in winter). Les Carrasses' wine range alongside a wide selection of the best regional wines and classic cocktails can be enjoyed around the pool, in the salon, the tasting rooms, or on any one of the terraces.

Slice of Heaven

Reviewed By blagdab

A most delightful hotel! We planned a 2-night stay but an injury and emergency surgery prompted us to stay a week in this beautiful chateau. The staff had already impressed us, but they really stepped up to help us heal. Wonderful food, too, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but many nearby alternatives as well. The location is very near Capestang, but feels totally remote among beautiful vineyards. Easy driving distance to Bezier, Narbonne, Carcassonne, the sea, and about a hundred lovely small villages. We will return with kids and grandkids! Highly recommended.

2. Chateau de Labro

Lieu-Dit Labro, 12850 Onet-le-Chateau France
Excellent
60%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 459 reviews

Chateau de Labro

Au cœur d'un magnifique domaine calme et verdoyant, le château de Labro vous ouvre ses portes et vous conte son histoire.Découvrez cette demeure d’exception alliant modernisme et romantisme où chaque pièce a été décorée avec goût et souci du détail par des objets chinés par le propriétaire passionné d’antiquités. Vous aurez le privilège de séjourner dans l’une de ses chambres, offrant chacune un univers particulier. Que ce soit dans la chaleur rouge de la Cardinale et son magnifique trumeau.

1 night visit

Reviewed By 311kirstyp

It’s just a beautiful place to stay and we wish we could have stayed longer. It’s an incredible Chateau and Philippine who works there is an absolute superstar she seemed to do everything and she did it with 5* service! We will be back when we have more time!

3. Chateauzen

303 Route Du Cros Madiere, 30120 Rogues France 011 33 4 67 71 85 38
Excellent
82%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 158 reviews

Chateauzen

In nature, away from the stress, noise and pollution, we have created a unique place where you can finally unwind completely.Madieres Castle is located in a magnificent setting on the transition from the old Way of Spain, it was a sentinel of the Causses and the Cevennes.Its ranking in 2011 as a UNESCO World Heritage is an outstanding recognition for an authentic area where man and nature are in perfect harmony.Also listed building, the Castle was mentioned for the first time in the archives under the reign of Philippe Auguste in 1181.Built on the foundations of the first stronghold, the current castle is a vast quadrilateral consists of three wings in a "V", closed by a fortified wall which opens in a monumental entrance gate.Two wings were built in the fourteenth century. We need the imposing south facade and terrace in the third, built in the sixteenth century to the end of the Renaissance.This terrace, which opens the Guard Room at the spectacular fireplace classified, based on a magnificent vaulted gallery.You will discover from the balcony overlooking the valley, a landscape of enchanting beauty.

Beautiful historic chateau & location, friendly staff

Reviewed By adrianlE2533JY

Amazing setting above the gorge surrounded by mountains, historic 12th/16th century chateau plus nice pool etc. Very comfortable rooms, and very helpful friendly staff. Good value dinner, we ordered one of the better bottles of wine but found it at 15% too heavy. I asked politely to order something else and of course offered to pay for both, but the sommelier replaced the bottle with something much more to our taste and di not charge, very kind. Lovely stay, sadly only 1 night as they were full up the next day.

4. Olydea - Le Chateau de la Redorte & Spa

Rue de la Pompe Neuve, 11700 La Redorte, Carcassonne France
Excellent
44%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
11%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 180 reviews

Olydea - Le Chateau de la Redorte & Spa

Hébergement Situé dans le Canal du Midi, à 30 minutes de route de Carcassonne, le Château vous accueille pour un séjour de détente et de raffinement dans un cadre exceptionnel. Cette demeure de caractère entièrement rénovée propose 20 suites et villas 4* entièrement équipés et vous permet de séjourner famille, entre amis ou en duo. Tous les hébergements disposent d'une cuisine équipée, télévision à écran plat, et salle de bain privative. Confort et détente sont au rendez-vous avec un spacieux bassin de nage qui fait face au Château, un espace bien être ou votre piscine privative dans certaines villas. Vous bénéficierez gratuitement d'une connexion Wi-Fi et d'un parking privé. La Région Bénéficiez de tous les atouts de l’arrière-pays méditerranéen : Promenades à cheval dans les vignes, dînez sous les étoiles dans les guinguettes typiques du Canal du Midi, laissez-vous envoûter par un patrimoine architectural et culturel hors du commun... Situé entre terre et mer, le Château de la Redorte est un point de départ central pour découvrir une région de caractère.

Lovely place to stop along the canal

Reviewed By Junk M

Wonderful big room in the chateau with a lovely private balcony. We were pleasantly surprised to have a little kitchen which meant we could eat in after too many days of restaurant food. There is a lockable garage for those who arrive on bicycle (like us) and a copious and tasty breakfast to get you fueled up to go the next day. Highly recommended

5. Chambres d'hotes Chateau de Lahitte

1 Chemin de Lahitte, 32720 Vergoignan France
Excellent
96%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 28 reviews

Chambres d'hotes Chateau de Lahitte

It's a pleasure receiving you as our guest at Chateau de Lahitte 4 star Bed & Breakfast. The house has been lovingly restored by the present owners and today the house is surrounded by lush parkland and gardens (once the vineyards) with many old trees and lots of flowers.

I was so looking forward to this trip. I needed to feel like a queen in a castle. It succeeded way beyond my expectation

Reviewed By Monica P

Peter makes sure that the castle doesn't get crowded by only letting a few rooms. This makes it outstanding: no noise, the swimming pool for myself, pretty much the whole castle…I found Peter perfectly available. I only brought to the swimming pool the bathrobe and as he saw me getting out of the swimming pool he brought extra towels for me, not risking I could get any cold. I had my nice swimming pool hammock with a comfy mattress ready for me. One night got chilled and so that I didn't feel cold he changed my quilt for one that had a type of feathers that would give more warmth (very appreciated). He is very into details. I couldn’t get any place for dinner that night and there he was until I finally got one, excellent by the way. Tons of towels of all sizes. I also had 2 bathrobes - I used the blue one for the swimming pool and the white one for the bath). Both were as light and soft as a teddy bear. The pillows (I am buying the same type back home), bed - slept like a baby,…the tea set of the room (English victorian style even the little spoons),... The castle has different sitting room areas. I loved reading at the one with the library (there are all sorts of books). While my stay I very much enjoyed reading the one about Egyptian art. He made the sitting room ready for me (even with candles on). The prairies surrounding the castle are very nice to walk. Amazing sunsets. The decoration is unbelievable well thought. My room views were to a garden perfectly cut into different shapes. I could get a shower looking at the nature... Even breakfast: 4 different types of homemade jams (one from fruits from the garden) and different type of cheese, all sorts of pastries as well. He always had the breakfast ready for me (anytime as he told me that I was on holidays),…Also having breakfast with a huge window looking at the trees...I enjoyed our conversations while breakfast. It's nice to talk to someone that has great sensitivity for life and art (opera, ballet, paintings...).

6. Chateau de Valloubiere

400 chemin de Valloubiere, 34150 Saint-Jean-de-Fos France
Excellent
36%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
10%
Terrible
13%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 378 reviews

Chateau de Valloubiere

Lovely Romantic Get-Away

Reviewed By RussBraby

Had an amazing time overall. The location is a dream, see the photos. I've seen some negative reviews about the room cleanliness - but I would wholeheartedly disagree, I found everything immaculate. The trip was supposed to be just my wife and I but last minute the babysitter fell through. I would advise against taking a toddler to this place, it is much much more suited to couples for a romantic get-away. So I can't fault the place for not being "family-friendly" - it is not trying to be (and shouldn't try to be in my opinion). The tapas provided was fairly substantial and ended up being good enough to serve as our dinner as we didn't want to venture out with the little one. If I could fault one thing, I'd say the signage on the approach could be improved, if it wasn't for Waze/Google Maps, I thought we were getting lost! Oh, also upon arrival we weren't sure where to go, I thought the signage to reception could be improved. It was a bit awkward somehow even when we found it.

7. Chateau Bel Aspect

Bel Aspect, 11410 Salles-sur-l'Hers France
Excellent
89%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 47 reviews

Chateau Bel Aspect

A hidden gem

Reviewed By MalRiley

We had a warm welcome from the owner Muriel, to this beautiful secluded chateaux sat in its own woodland. It has been superbly restored over the past few years, blending carefully chosen antiques with original features and more modern fittings. We stayed in the red suit, with a bath in the round tower(first floor, centre and right of photo). As we were the only guests Muriel gave us a tour of the ‘house’, which can also be hired complete as a gîte. In the evening we took the opportunity of a candle lit dinner of cassoulet, the local speciality, prepared by our host. A well stocked continental breakfast, including cake, sourdough bread and cheeses was provided in the morning. A real taste of chateaux luxury and a most enjoyable experience.

8. Camping Capfun Chateau de Boisson

Hameau de Boisson, 30500 Allegre-les-Fumades France
Excellent
35%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
5%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 250 reviews

Camping Capfun Chateau de Boisson

Dans le Gard, à 20km d'Alès, au cœur de la Vallée de la Cèze en Provence, Le Camping Château de Boisson vous propose à la location des mobil homes, chalets et gîtes. Le camping dispose d'un espace aquatique composé d'une piscine intérieure et chauffée, d'une piscine extérieure avec 6 pistes de toboggans et d'une pataugeoire chauffée pour les plus petits. Pour un instant détente, visitez la charmante commune d’Allégre-les-Fumades, qui offre une vue imprenable sur les Cévennes. Pour découvrir de magnifiques paysages de façon originale, montez à bord du train à vapeur des Cévennes. Besoin de connaître l’histoire du département ? Choisissez le pont du Gard ou la visite de Nîmes et ses arènes et replongez au temps des Romains. Vos enfants seront aussi ravis de découvrir la ville d’Uzès et son musée du bonbon Haribo, un passage incontournable pour les gourmands.

Truth will out.

Reviewed By johnsarjeant

We too had enjoyed 15 years of absolute heaven until 2019. Having read most of the reviews from 2019 onward, and indeed 2018 backward, it seems to give a false rating as the early reviews are great. This site from 2019 on is like Butlins on speed. The best part though is reading the replies from the local area manager, complete fiction. All the campers were told that there would be no camping in 2020 but after everyone has made alternative arrangements, they are advertising pitches again!! Nothing in the world would entice us to return, as the 2019 experience was an insult to most peoples idea of a relaxing experience.

9. Le Chateau de Projan

500 route du Chateau, 32400 Projan France
Excellent
75%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 48 reviews

Le Chateau de Projan

Excellent place for spend the night and enjoy the food

Reviewed By madanilosilva

I was hosted in this chateau for two nights, the interior spaces are huge, with very high ceiling, luxurious with an antique touch, very clean, the bed was extremelly comfortable, the lady that was the manager/director/reception was very kind, ready to help me with my questions, in the dinning room she offered an exquisite service, always with a smile. The food was extremelly delicuous, simple dishes prepared with regional products with full of flavours, good presentation, enough portions. The breakfast they offer a selection of home-made confitures, ummmmm!!! I recommend this hotel and its restaurant if you want to have a very good experience. Many thanks for the hospitality to all the team of the Chateau de Projan.

10. Castelchambres, Chateau de Malves

avenue du Chateau, 11600 Malves-en-Minervois, Carcassonne France
Excellent
54%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 46 reviews

Castelchambres, Chateau de Malves

Small and welcoming

Reviewed By travellingKarrieG

I stayed in a 6 bed mixed dorm, which was clean and comfortable, for one night. The castle itself is next door. It's a handheld shower but other than that, all was easy/good, including parking. There's a small bar that's open for coffee in the morning and drinks at night, and a local shop next door. There's no restaurant or takeaway delivery at night, so bring/buy food to prepare there, using their oven/fridge.

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