Château les Oliviers de Salettes
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Château les Oliviers de Salettes · Charols, France
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Expert Review: Château les Oliviers de Salettes
Château les Oliviers de Salettes, a Michelin Key Selected property nestled in Charols, France, offers guests a luxurious and serene escape in the heart of the Drôme Provençale. This magnificently restored 16th-century château, surrounded by 31 hectares of vineyards, meadows, and lavender fields, consistently receives high praise for its enchanting setting, exceptional service, and exquisite dining.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The general consensus among guests is overwhelmingly positive, with the château frequently described as "exceptional" and "excellent." Guest scores are remarkably high, often reaching 9.4 out of 10 on various platforms, 9.2 out of 10, and an impressive 19.6 out of 20 from verified Michelin Guide guests. Reviewers commonly refer to it as a "beautiful property," a "little piece of heaven on earth," and an "amazing place."
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently laud the breathtaking beauty of the property and its grounds. The exceptional location, with stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including lavender fields and mountains, is a major draw. The historical charm of the building, coupled with a high-quality renovation, creates a unique and appealing ambiance. Other significant highlights include the two outdoor swimming pools, a tranquil spa, and the overall attentive and friendly staff. The gastronomic dining experiences are also frequently cited as a standout feature.
3. Room Quality
The rooms at Château les Oliviers de Salettes are celebrated for their comfort, elegant design, and generous proportions. Guests describe them as large, high-ceilinged, beautiful, clean, well-equipped, and tastefully decorated. Many rooms offer picturesque views of the grounds, pool, mountains, or the surrounding park. Accommodations feature premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibars, and in-room safes. Bathrooms are well-appointed, with some boasting claw-foot tubs and designer toiletries. The hotel offers a variety of room types, from Classic Double Rooms to more spacious Junior Suites and expansive Prestige Suites, which can be up to 150 square meters. While rooms in the main château exude aristocratic origins, those in the Bastide are sometimes noted for a slightly more modern style.
4. Dining Experience
Château les Oliviers de Salettes is a true culinary destination, featuring two restaurants: Lavandin, a gourmet restaurant honored with a Michelin Star, and a less formal Grill restaurant. Guests consistently praise both for their quality, with the Grill often described as "outstanding" and dinners at Lavandin being hailed as a "pure marvel gustative." The cuisine is characterized as traditional French, creative, and original, with a strong emphasis on local products. Dining is an experience in itself, with meals served in a splendid stone-vaulted dining room or on scenic panoramic terraces. Breakfast, available for an additional charge (approximately EUR 30 for adults), is frequently lauded as delicious, refined, and excellent. The château also features a bar for guests to enjoy.
5. Service & Staff
The hospitality at Château les Oliviers de Salettes receives widespread acclaim. Guests consistently describe the staff as "amazing," "attentive," "professional, friendly and efficient," and "desirous to please." Many reviews highlight the staff's helpfulness and their commitment to ensuring a pleasant stay, often citing them as a key factor in their positive experience.
6. Location & Accessibility
The château enjoys an idyllic rural location in Charols, within the picturesque Drôme Provençale. It is strategically positioned between the charming towns of Grignan and Montélimar, acting as a gateway to Provence. The property itself is set within 31 hectares of serene landscapes, including vineyards and fragrant lavender fields. While offering a secluded feel, it is only 0.8 miles (1.3 km) from the center of Charols and well-connected, being 14 km from the A7 highway and 20 km from Montélimar train station. The area is perfect for exploring medieval villages like Grignan, Poët-Laval, and Mirmande. For convenience, the hotel offers complimentary private parking and Wi-Fi. Guests can also rent bicycles (including electric bikes) and classic cars to explore the region in style.
7. Value & Pricing
While exact prices fluctuate based on dates and specific room types, Château les Oliviers de Salettes is generally considered to offer good value for the quality of service and luxurious experience provided. An approximate nightly rate around $186 (total $211 with taxes and fees) has been noted for certain dates. It's important to note that a buffet breakfast incurs an additional charge, typically around EUR 30 for adults. For guests traveling with pets, an extra fee of EUR 20 per pet per night applies. Charges also apply for amenities like cribs and rollaway beds.
8. Common Complaints
Despite overwhelmingly positive feedback, a few minor criticisms have been mentioned by guests:
- One review for "Le Grill" noted disappointing food, including cold plates, and slow service, though this appears to be an isolated incident given other positive reviews for the same restaurant.
- A recurring issue for some at the Grill restaurant was the presence of flies.
- One guest expressed disappointment with the use of "surgelées frites" (frozen fries) at the Grill.
- The ambiance of the spa was described by one guest as resembling a "municipal pool changing room," though the outdoor jacuzzi with its nature view was appreciated.
- There was a report of a discrepancy where a deluxe double room was booked and charged, but a classic room was provided.
- One guest commented that the lighting in the restaurant was too warm, which made it difficult to fully appreciate the colors of the dishes.
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Points to Consider
- •Despite overwhelmingly positive feedback, a few minor criticisms have been mentioned by guests:
- •One review for "Le Grill" noted disappointing food, including cold plates, and slow service, though this appears to be an isolated incident given other positive reviews for the same restaurant.
- •A recurring issue for some at the Grill restaurant was the presence of flies.
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Recent Guest Reviews
Yana Shadrina
We were driving to Switzerland and randomly stopped here for the night — and it turned out to be such a great find! The château is cosy and stylish, the breakfasts are delicious, and the staff are wonderfully polite. The room felt luxurious, and we slept so comfortably.
Signe Bruun
Luxurious all the way through. Even the cheapest (petite) room that we had was still large enough for a couple of days and the pool area was so beautiful. We did not eat at their formal restaurants, but had champagne and food from their room service menu at the terrace facing the valley and hills both nights. The staff were so sweet. A bit young and could use a bit more knowledge, but they made th...
Response from the owner
Dear Guest,<br><br>Thank you very much for your detailed and positive feedback. We are delighted to learn that you appreciated the comfort of your room, the beauty of our pool, and the experience of e...
Costina Corina
Bad experience. Suff not speaking english and not friendly. Even if we booked 5 months in advance we received rooms in separated buildings with very bad smell. The rooms smelled like humidity and mold, really hard to breathe. The stuff got in the room right after we checked in to do some unnecessary things, like roll back the wet bath floor towel, this way could not dry...and remove the cover on ...
Martin Ye
Really nice getaway. I loved the estate’s beautiful grounds and the friendly staff. The breakfast I will remember for the rest of my life. The warm baguette with honey and homemade butter - it sent me to heaven. The massage and spa were also fantastic. They were kind enough to accommodate me with last minute request. Not many places fall into the category of “I’d like to take my parents here” - ...
Response from the owner
Dear Mr YE,<br><br><br>Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience with us, especially the breakfast – we’re thrilled that our warm ba...
Shreeram Deshpande
Stunning gem of a place. Hidden away in a small village, Charols, this is just one the best Chateau Hotels that's I have ever visited. Stunning views of the mountains, infinity pool, amazing rooms, brilliant service. They are happy to accommodate unusual requests ( group of 12 cyclists!) and amazing breakfast spread to top it all.....
Response from the owner
Dear Shreeram,<br>Thank you so much for your great comments and we’ve been very pleased to welcome you to our property.<br>We do hope to see you soon (with your bikes!)<br>Warmly,<br>Jean-Louis Descoi...
Arnold Miller
This is a pure oasis with much to recommend in the small village of Charols. The staff is very welcoming, helpful and friendly. Javier particularly was exceptional in making our stay memorable. We were at Les Oliviers for five nights. He was able to suggest various itineraries for us to visit small towns in the area within a short drive from the Chateau. He also was helpful in suggesting and makin...
