The Best Pays de la Loire Mid-Range Hotels

a unique hotel formed of a 17th century residence, well-presented rooms - some cave rooms carved into rock - and an indoor/outdoor pool

refined, country hotel, quietly set overlooking the River Loir, with smart bedrooms, a restaurant serving authentic dishes and a waterside terrace

an authentic 1920's villa set in the villagey Les Pins area of La Baule, with just 16 homely rooms it offers a relaxed and intimate atmosphere

unique cave hotel where many of the rooms are carved into the rockface - some non-troglodyte rooms too - breakfast is also served in a cave

an elegant 19th century residence has an interior of light and space with rooms in restful shades of grey and white - and a prime central location

a friendly hotel in a 19th century building in the historic centre has smart boutique-style rooms and spaces to relax, including an attractive terrace

charming, creeper-clad hotel with a rich, motoring heritage that is on display throughout, bedrooms are elegant and the dining is first rate

wood beams, stone walls and an impressive fireplace remain in situ at this former farmhouse, now a well-groomed hotel with smart rooms

an 18th-century townhouse sympathetically restored to preserve original character whilst providing comfortable and refined bedrooms

well-presented, themed bedrooms - Africa, Asia, Baroque, maritime - are courtyard style, some have a terrace, with the pool at their heart

tucked away in a quiet little street in the centre, a charming family hotel, once a 17th century convent, offers classic comfort in the rooms

18th century château set in 12 hectares of parkland offers smart, well-appointed rooms with original features and a spa for relaxing treatments

enjoy a relaxing escape to the country at this elegant manoir set in a 2-hectare parc that sits alongside the waters of the River Mayenne

a renowned, family-run hotel - in a pretty waterside village - a blend of former coaching inn, a modern addition and quality rooms and dining

this friendly hotel, located just five minutes' drive from Le Mans centre, features a large garden with relaxing spaces, and smart modern rooms

this delightful seaside hotel offers refined contemporary rooms and features its splendid Michelin award-winning restaurant with sea views

offers a more independent stay in the city centre, choose to stay in modern studios, or 1-bedroom apartments, with kitchenette

on Laval's northern fringes, just off the ring road and with easy access to the A81, a smart, modern hotel with well-appointed rooms

between the forest and the sandy beach, attractive serviced apartments with kitchens; a buffet breakfast and heated pool are also available

ideally located for the town centre and beach and offers smart, comfy rooms set in either an Art-Deco building or attractive stone villa