Carcassonne is a medieval town on a hilltop in the region of Occitanie. On the road to Lourdes stand imposing turrets, battlements, and stone walls. The town is divided into Ville Basse and Cité Médiévale by the Aude River. The Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne has 3 km (2 mi) of massive ramparts and 52 towers. Set your sights on the château of the Counts of Carcassonne (Château Comtal), the stained glass windows of Basilique Saint Nazaire, and Canal du Midi, which connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. This magical place and surrounding towns boast medieval castle accommodations ready to welcome you. Check out the top castle hotels near Carcassonne, France.
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1. Château Des Ducs De Joyeuse (from USD 145)
Reasonably priced dinner offered at booking. Expensive but memorable dining experience. Some rooms may be pricey.
Immaculately clean pool with relaxing river view. Secure motorbike parking. Atmospheric courtyard setting for dining. Comfortable bedding and regal room style.
Stunning riverside location with lovely views. Ideal for exploring Cathar castles and wine region. Quiet village setting, although some found it too rural.
Exceptional dinner with full tasting menu options. Great quality and memorable dining experience. Fabulous meals prepared upon request, but limited menu for dietary restrictions.
Live in the style of the Duc Anne de Joyeuse, the apple of King Henri III’s eyes, in this listed castle hotel in Couiza. The 16th-century Château des Ducs de Joyeuse is the perfect luxury getaway in the countryside.
This family-friendly hotel has 34 air-conditioned bedrooms. There is no elevator in the building. Take your time and enjoy every part of the walk from your room to the heated outdoor pool. The pool is available to swimmers from the end of May to the end of September. Tennis rackets are available to guests keen on breaking a sweat at the tennis court.
Château Des Ducs De Joyeuse
Address: Allée du Château
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2. Adonis La Redorte By Olydea (from USD 140)
Reasonable pricing for spacious villas and apartments with private pools
Beautiful lap pool, well-equipped kitchen for self-catering, supermarket and bakery within walking distance
Quiet oasis location, convenient for visiting nearby attractions like Canal du Midi, Carcassonne, and coastal areas
Local restaurant with amazing menu at a reasonable price, self-catering facilities in villas and apartments
Across the facade of Adonis La Redorte By Olydea is a lengthy swimming pool. Luxury suites and apartments await guests and their pets here. The 22 rooms offer views of a 2-ha (4.94-ac) vineyard. On a sunny day, you will likely dip in the 25-m (82-ft) swimming pool before sightseeing in Cité Médiévale.
The property’s Château de la Redorte and outbuildings represent 19th-century architecture in Languedoc. Adonis La Redorte By Olydea midway between Carcassonne and Narbonne and 26.8 km (16.6 mi) from Canal du Midi.
3. Medieval castle accommodation at Château d'Agel (from USD 1071)
At the foot of the Black Mountain is a 2-ac (0.81-ha) terraced park. At its centerpiece is a fully renovated castle built in the 12th century. Guests enjoy the three floors of opulent living areas, extensive grounds, and an outdoor pool. While you drink wine in front of the fireplace, others can play table tennis, pool, or pétanque. Check out the dovecote on the grounds and go for a walk-around to count the four towers of the château.
This castle is the family home of welcoming hosts. You can ask them about horse riding opportunities in Pech during your stay. Moreover, Carcassonne is 50.6 km (31.4 mi) from Agel.
Agel, Languedoc-Roussillon Midi-Pyrénées, FranceAccommodates: 16
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Make your way to the ramparts and towers of Carcassonne
Spend a vacation in Carcassonne and experience southern France. Among vineyards and rolling hills are exceptional accommodations, and you won’t have to look at castle keeps and towers from afar. Embrace the opportunity to call these fortresses and heritage buildings your next home away from home.
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