Castel Novel
Castel Novel
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Why people book this hotel
“Staff were very attentive, friendly and helpful”
“The staff were all excellent, knowledgeable and very helpful, prepared to use so…”
“Our bedroom had everything we needed and the material lined and padded interior …”
“Excellent location, confortable rooms and a big and refreshing swimming pool”
“Amazing quiet location, with good parking facilities”
“Location great”
“Breakfast on the whole was good, could be improved by adding some hot breakfast …”
“Breakfast was very good , great location”
“The staff was very friendly, and we loved the pool on a very hot afternoon”
“The dinner menu's offered two set prices (€43 & €90) and reasonably priced wine …”
Overview
Set in Varetz, 47 km from Lascaux, Castel Novel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are room service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy French and local dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Every room has a private bathroom with a bath, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units at Castel Novel feature air conditioning and a desk. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play tennis at Castel Novel, and the area is popular for hiking. Brive Commercial Court is 10 km from the hotel, while Brive Exhibition Centre is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Brive Dordogne Valley, 23 km from Castel Novel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Colin
couple
December 7, 2025
“Great castle and restaurant”
Easy access, nice hotel, French charm.
v
couple
October 18, 2025
“Overall a good place to stay, and will return if we are in the area.”
Beautiful chateau set in very well kept grounds. Staff were very attentive, friendly and helpful. Breakfast on the whole was good, could be improved by adding some hot breakfast options along with the boiled eggs, also some items of food were running low and should be replenished without guests having to ask for this.
Penelope
couple
October 3, 2025
“Weird experience given the Halloween festival. Would not return. Cannot recommend.”
The outside of the hotel looks lovely. Little amuse bouches at dinner were delicious.
Vimish
couple
September 23, 2025
“Chateau with real character”
Lovely chateau with a great deal of atmosphere and beautiful gardens. We enjoyed the tributes to its past occupants.
John
couple
September 7, 2025
“Definitely worth revisiting”
This is a beautiful chateau, well maintained with a stunning floral exterior. The staff were all excellent, knowledgeable and very helpful, prepared to use some english if we were struggling with the french. My dietary requirements were taken seriously and the menu was adjusted to give me complete confidence in my evening meal. The restaurant food and service were excellent! Our bedroom had everything we needed and the material lined and padded interior walls were stunning
Paul
couple
August 30, 2025
“Lovely character Chateau/Castle”
Amazing quiet location, with good parking facilities. A beautiful property with real history & character. The food and the service in the restaurant was excellent.
Neil
couple
August 8, 2025
“Disappointing”
Location great .Flowers on hotel spectacular. Helpful telephone call to check if we wanted to eat at hotel
Brian
extended_group
August 4, 2025
“Great Castle, amazing cuisine”
Amazing place. Delicious food. Great restaurant staff - evening and morning. Beautiful grounds
Frederic
couple
August 4, 2025
Breakfast was very good , great location
Mathias Ogier
family_with_children
August 2, 2025
“Great stay in a beautiful location”
Excellent location, confortable rooms and a big and refreshing swimming pool. We enjoyed a nice dinner as well in the restaurant, and the manager of the place is very friendly. We'll be back for sure.
Adrian
couple
July 14, 2025
“Fawlty Towers in France!”
The garden
Chris
extended_group
June 29, 2025
“Fantastic!!”
Extraordinary castle, with the flowered covered front which is almost unbelievably beautiful. The rooms were well-appointed and the beds very comfortable. The staff was very friendly, and we loved the pool on a very hot afternoon.
Jan-Pieter
couple
June 19, 2025
“wonderful overnight stay with a delicious dinner served as a bonus.”
Very scenic hotel, inside an old castle. It has all of the luxury of a modern hotel while maintaining the castle looks (like a spiraling staircase inside a tower - for the adventurous, there is a lift too obviously). The restaurant at the hotel serves excellent food, based on local dishes but with a twist that makes them elegant and very tasteful. Really recommended
Maureen
couple
May 13, 2025
The reception staff were very helpful and friendly. The dinner was excellent and the breakfast buffet was very good
Rajshekhar Inglay
couple
May 2, 2025
Good staff. Nice property.
Nadeen
solo_traveller
April 20, 2025
The hospitality was exceptional and the staff were very accommodating with my lack of French. They made me feel welcome. On top of that, the hotel is beautiful, my room had an amazing view, and the most comfortable bed I ever slept on!
chris
couple
April 19, 2025
The architecture and decor and setting
John
couple
November 30, 2024
“An excellent chateau whether for an overnight stay or for that extra special occasion.”
Beautiful chateau in woodland grounds, Very friendly staff. Large warm & comfortable room with king size bed (we stayed in November). Excellent restaurant and good breakfast. The dinner menu's offered two set prices (€43 & €90) and reasonably priced wine from under €30. Upon request, added an indoor firework to my wife's desert on her birthday. Dog friendly (allowed in restaurant / breakfast room).
Fionnuala
couple
October 26, 2024
“A gem of a place with a warm welcome and great food. 😊”
A beautiful old castle with such character in a peaceful location.
Farbrother
couple
September 20, 2024
“We have not stayed at a hilltop castle with turrets and spires before In the light of a full moon!”
The cold buffet was beautifully displayed in state of the art chillers. Fresh bread and patisseries, meats and cheese. Coffee of all types.
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Children's playground, Hiking, Tennis equipment
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast options, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Bar, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Heating, Lift
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Outdoor furniture
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool with view, Heated pool, Pool/beach towels, Fence around pool, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shuttle service, Pet bowls, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Car hire
Family Room
The family room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The family room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, as well as heating. The unit offers 3 beds.
Double Room
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Garden View
The double room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The double room provides a seating area, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Large Double Room
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
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