We stayed at the Le Chateau d'Etoges for one night during our travels in the Champagne region, and…read moredecided to spend a couple hours using their spa facilities. We did not get any services, so this review is only of the facilities, which includes a small jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. I'm not sure if the spa get busy, but the day we went at around 4:30pm, we were the only people in the spa until it closed at 7pm. The facilities are really clean and nice, but once you start using the facilities, the whole area does gets very wet. I love steam rooms and this is one of the best I've been in recently, with just the right temperature and the perfect amount of essentials oils. The sauna was a bit hot for me and I could only stay in it for a few minutes. But you could sit in the jacuzzi, for forever as I think the water was heated to body temperature, so not hot and not cold. It was a nice place to relax, and a perfect way to spend a couple hours.

Very charming Hotel!…read more The dinner at the restaurant was excellent from the beginning to the end. Congratulations to the chef The sommelier was wonderful very knowledgeable and very friendly, we enjoyed also the service from the Team at the bar and at the restaurant on Sunday night. The Champagne list is spectacular! The Big Star of the Hotel was Aline the therapist at the Spa, she is definitely a wonderful asset for your company Do not hesitate to book a massage or a facial at the Spa.

We had stopped at the Hostellerie la Briqueterie on our way from Calais to Provence…read more Location: The hotel is in Vinay which is a small town near Epernay. It was pretty central to the Epernay town centre, Avenue du Champagne and the big L.Leclerc if you needed anything. Arrival: Don't let the big wall on the street fool you. Once you turn into the driveway it's beautiful. Bellman: They were helpful and took our luggage to our room. Reception/Front Desk: Very friendly welcome. Lobby: The lobby area is ok with a couple of small sitting areas. Room: We were in room on the first floor. We booked a classic double room which was fine size wise and fit our needs for the stop over. View: We had windows that opened up to the front garden of the hotel. Bed: The queen size bed was very comfortable. Bathroom: The bathroom was fine. The size wasn't small, but it wasn't big. The shower and bathtub was one. Hair dryer: It was one of those which were attached to the walls. I am not a fan of these dryers because they're slow and this one you had to keep your finger on the button to keep it going. It died after awhile. Products: Etro products which were ok. If you want hair conditioner you need to call and ask housekeeping. Closet: The closest was very small and hidden. At first I didn't think we had one until we saw the small sliding door next to the mini bar. Safe: Regular safe in room available. Control Panel: N/A. Just a remote for the TV. Minibar: Very standard with the traditional options. Mirrors: There was one mirror. Housekeeping: Fine. Wifi: The wifi speed was good. Dining outlets we visited: The hotel has a bar, a michelin star restaurant and a patio where you can eat breakfast. 1. The bar was very cozy where we had a glass of champagne. Definitely have a drink there. 2. We didn't eat in the restaurant because we didn't feel like doing a fancy restaurant while on holiday even though the hotel really pushes it. 3. The patio where we had breakfast was disappointing. The service was bad, the food was below average and it was expensive. Breakfast is not included in the room rate and is 22 Euros per person. I asked for soft boiled eggs and they came out in between soft and hard. My husband asked for baked eggs and they came out like frisbees. Spa: Didn't check out the spa. Concierge: They did help us with reservations at Moet et Chandon and offered a few restaurant recommendations. Style: The hotel is very old school. Note: It was raining the two days were were in Champagne and unfortunately didn't get to fully experience their garden which looked amazing. We did a quick walk in between rain showers and there were nice paths, herb garden and open space to walk. Pet friendly: Dogs are welcome at 50 Euros per day - very expensive! They put a bed, water and food bowls in the room which is nice. Dogs are not allowed anywhere in the hotel except for the lobby area and the room. At 50 Euros you would think should be allowed everywhere in the hotel. Would I go back? Probably not. The hotel was fine, but it wasn't our style.

Truly a special experience staying here. A welcomed mini break from the hustle and bustle of Paris,…read moreabout an hour and a half drive from the city. Gorgeous establishment with charming character and a helpful, cheery staff. Don't miss this gem! Also....DO NOT NEGLECT to make a reservation at the Michelin star restaurant downstairs. You will not be disappointed.

Beautiful hotel. Modern for such a old building. There were some little quirks with the water…read moretemperature in the room but that's Europe for you. Very expensive and remote but knew that going in. Wish they has AC when you open the windows you get lots of bugs in your room. No screens on the windowed either. Had a massage. It was more of a oil rub. Probably won't go back myself but would probably recommend going for the sights and experience. Awesome location to the castle you can't get any closer.