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Le Clos des Sens is a Relais & Châteaux hotel in a historic manor built in 1866, overlooking Lake Annecy and facing the Bauge Mountains. The hotel's restaurant holds three Michelin stars and specializes in plant-based, lake-sourced cuisine. The 11 rooms and suites combine contemporary design with rustic touches, set within permaculture gardens.
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Le Clos des Sens is located in Annecy-le-Vieux in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The hotel occupies a historic manor overlooking Lake Annecy, with views toward the Bauge Mountains. The property features a lounge-fireplace design and a terrace with old chestnut trees. A permaculture garden and smokehouse occupy the grounds, with a swimming pond adjoining the garden.
The hotel has 11 rooms and suites across four categories. Nature Double Rooms range from 28 to 30 square meters and feature a king bed with balcony or terrace. Signature Double Rooms span 50 to 70 square meters, also with king beds and lake or mountain views. The Duplex Family Room accommodates four guests across 50 square meters with a king and double bed. The Melisse Suite offers 70 square meters with a double and king bed. All rooms include balconies or terraces overlooking the lake or mountains.
The hotel's restaurant holds three Michelin stars and emphasizes plant-based and lake-sourced cuisine. The kitchen sources ingredients from the lake and the property's permaculture garden. Early dinner service and kids menus are available for families.
Le Clos des Sens offers a heated outdoor pool and a swimming pond within the permaculture garden. Massages and in-room treatments are available. The location near Lake Annecy provides access to water activities including sailing, water skiing, diving, canoeing, and kayaking. Nearby pursuits include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, cross-country skiing, hot-air ballooning, paragliding, and an 18-hole golf course 11 kilometers away.
The hotel welcomes families with children, offering family suites, baby-sitting services, high chairs, kids menus, and early dinner options. Pets are accepted in at least one room and common areas for an additional cost. The lakeside setting near Lake Annecy, combined with the permaculture garden and access to water sports and mountain activities, appeals to guests interested in outdoor pursuits.
Editorial verification: Le Clos des Sens Hotel - Luxury hotel Annecy le Vieux is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The hotel is in Annecy-le-Vieux in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, overlooking Lake Annecy and facing the Bauge Mountains.
The hotel is a Relais & Châteaux property in a historic manor built in 1866. Its restaurant holds three Michelin stars and specializes in plant-based, lake-sourced cuisine.
Le Clos des Sens has 11 rooms and suites: Nature Double Rooms (28–30 sqm), Signature Double Rooms (50–70 sqm), Duplex Family Rooms (50 sqm), and Melisse Suites (70 sqm). All have balconies or terraces.
Yes. The hotel offers family suites, baby-sitting services, high chairs, kids menus, and early dinner service for children.
The hotel features a heated outdoor pool and swimming pond. Water activities on Lake Annecy include sailing, diving, canoeing, and kayaking. Nearby pursuits include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and golf (18 holes, 11 km away). Massages are available on site.
Yes, pets are welcome in at least one room and common areas for an additional cost.
Le Clos des Sens Hotel - Luxury hotel Annecy le Vieux is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Le Clos des Sens Hotel - Luxury hotel Annecy le Vieux is in Annecy-le-Vieux, France. Address: Rue Jean Mermoz 13, Quintessence, Annecy-le-Vieux, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, 74940, France.
| Location | Annecy-le-Vieux, France |
|---|---|
| Address | Rue Jean Mermoz 13, Quintessence, Annecy-le-Vieux, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, 74940, France |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/le-clos-des-sens/
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