Hotel de L'Abbaye Le Tronchet
Historic-meets-contemporary Breton abbey. Quiet, romantic, and genuinely rural. Not a slick city-hotel experience — more like staying inside an actual piece of French heritage, with a proper gourmet restaurant and spa thrown in. The pace here is slow, the grounds are lush, and the pond view is hard to beat.
Book a room with a west-facing view over Lake Mireloup and the golf course — the sunset is worth requesting specifically
Why It Matters
One of the very few hotels in Brittany actually housed inside a working historic abbey (Notre-Dame-du-Tronchet, 11th–12th century, listed historic monument). The heated outdoor pool sits in what was the original cloister. The restaurant Le Jardin de l'Abbaye holds a Michelin Assiette recognition. The Saint-Malo golf course is literally 100 metres from the front door.
A 12th-century Benedictine abbey turned 4-star hotel, sitting on 3 hectares of park in a tiny Breton village. The ancient granite walls, exposed oak beams, and massive fireplace are very much intact — then you walk into a room and find king-size beds and contemporary fittings. It's a genuinely unusual combination that works. Purchased in 2022 by the Somewhere to Meet family group and now part of Accor's Handwritten Collection, the property opened year-round and has been steadily renovating since.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Classic Room – Double Bed
A step up from the single, still compact at 16 sqm. Suits couples on a tighter budget who want the abbey experience without paying for extra space. Same standard fittings: flat-screen TV, desk, private bathroom, free toiletries.
1 Double bed · 16 sqm
Classic Room – Single Bed
The entry-level room and the most compact option on site — 14 sqm is genuinely small, but it's a solo traveller's neat, air-conditioned base with garden views. Flat-screen TV, desk, private bathroom with shower, free toiletries, and in-room safe.
1 Single bed · 14 sqm
Deluxe Room – Double Bed
At 25 sqm, noticeably more breathing room than the Superiors. Pairs the hotel's natural-materials aesthetic with premium bedding and a more generous layout. A solid upgrade pick for couples who want space and calm.
1 Double bed · 25 sqm
Junior Suite
The top accommodation tier at the hotel. Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, and full soundproofing. Guests in reviews specifically mention suites as 'spacious' with a private lounge area and west-facing views over Lake Mireloup and the Saint-Malo golf course. Some offer private terraces.
King size bed
Superior Room – Double Bed
The sweet spot for most couples — 22 sqm with a modern, welcoming design using natural materials and Zen colour palette. King-size bed, contemporary fittings against the backdrop of old Breton stonework. Some units have terraces.
1 Double bed · 22 sqmSuperior Room – Double Bed & Sofa Bed
22 sqm room designed for up to three guests. The sofa bed makes this a solid family option without going up to a larger suite. Same natural-materials design language as the other Superior rooms.
1 Double bed + 1 Single sofa bed · 22 sqmSuperior Room – King Bed & 2 Sofa Beds
The most family-friendly configuration in the lineup — king-size bed for parents, two additional sofa beds for kids, all in 25 sqm. Sleeps up to 4. The hotel's park and wooded grounds make it a genuinely comfortable family base.
1 King size bed + 2 Single sofa beds · 25 sqmSuperior Room – Twin Beds
Same 22 sqm footprint as the double Superior, configured with two separate single beds. Good for friends travelling together or guests who prefer separate sleeping arrangements.
2 Single beds · 22 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Pets are welcome on the hotel grounds on a leash. The Somewhere to Meet group has partnered with Maison Lilibeth — a dog-focused hospitality brand — to provide welcome treats in rooms. Guests with dogs have access to the park, Forêt du Mesnil, and Lac de Mireloup walks.
3-hectare wooded park with age-old trees and a path along the abbey pond (Lac de Mireloup), which is adorned with water lilies. The Mesnil forest is a 2 km walk from the hotel — an easy trail through old-growth Breton woodland. Guests can walk along the covered alleyway of the Roche aux Fées, an important Breton megalithic monument.
On-site gym with cardio equipment. Reviewers note it is cardio-focused — if free weights or weight training machines are important, be aware the offering is limited in that area.
The Saint-Malo Golf Resort is literally 100 metres from the hotel — two 9-hole courses (can be played as 18) that wind between water features. Not operated by the hotel, but easily accessible on foot. The views from the hotel rooms over the fairways are a genuine selling point.
Outdoor tennis court on the hotel grounds, available subject to availability. Bring your own rackets or enquire at reception.
The outdoor pool sits in the heart of the former cloister garden, surrounded by lavender bushes. Heated and open May through September. Sun loungers provided. Guests consistently highlight this as a standout feature.
The hotel offers an official audio guide for a self-directed tour of the abbey and its historic architecture. The next-door Notre-Dame-du-Tronchet Abbey (11th century, listed historic monument) is also steps away and open for exploration.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Five meeting rooms totalling 400 sqm of event space. The largest — Salle L'Abbatiale — is 180 sqm and holds up to 170 people in auditorium style. The full venue accommodates up to 120 for banquets (up to 160 for receptions). Equipped with Wi-Fi and AV facilities. Popular for weddings and corporate seminars.
Room service is available, particularly on Monday and Tuesday evenings when the main restaurant is closed.
Daily continental and buffet breakfast served 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Additional cost approximately €19.50 per person. Homemade preparations using fresh, local ingredients. Reviewers praise the quality, though some note the egg options are limited.
Children's playground on the grounds.
Staff provide visit advice and local recommendations. Languages spoken: French, English, and Spanish.
Pets accepted with an additional fee of approximately €25 per stay. Pet bowls and Maison Lilibeth welcome treats provided in-room. Pets are not permitted in the restaurant or breakfast room.
Outdoor sun terrace available to all guests.
On-site library available to guests.
Free wireless internet throughout the property. Note: thick stone walls in some parts of the historic building can reduce signal strength in certain rooms.
Electric vehicle charging station in the hotel car park.
Large free private parking on site. No reservation needed.
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