La Maison Rabelais
La Maison Rabelais occupies a 16th-century Renaissance manor in Amboise's historic center, originally built as a private residence during the reign of François I and meticulously restored to preserve its period architecture while incorporating modern amenities.
La Maison Rabelais is a hotel destination wedding venue in Amboise, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Tours Val de Loire Airport (TOU), 45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
About La Maison Rabelais
La Maison Rabelais occupies a 16th-century Renaissance manor in Amboise's historic center, originally built as a private residence during the reign of François I and meticulously restored to preserve its period architecture while incorporating modern amenities.
The stone façade and original wooden beams provide an authentic Loire Valley backdrop for ceremonies and receptions.
Guests enjoy direct access to the châteaux-lined streets of this medieval town.
Ask about a date.
Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
Professional and polite sraff. Very comfortable hotel. Nice beds. Quiet area. Good location at walking distance from centre.
B K · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- TOU, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 16th-century Renaissance building with original architectural elements intact
- Located on Rue Rabelais, steps from Château Royal d'Amboise and the Loire River
- 4.6/5 Google rating from 200+ reviews
- On-site hotel accommodations with 12+ guest rooms
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 5:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in to hotel rooms; welcome aperitif in courtyard
- 3:00 PMCeremony in main hall or courtyard; photographs in surrounding medieval streets
- 5:00 PMCocktail reception in courtyard or secondary salon
- 7:30 PMSeated dinner in historic dining room; toasts and dancing until midnight
- 10:00 AMFarewell breakfast for guests before departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- TOU · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Tours Val de Loire Airport.
- Typical total
- €4,500-8,000Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
€4,500-8,000 for 50-guest wedding including ceremony, reception (4 hours), and 1 night on-site accommodation for 25 guests
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €55-95 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- €90-150 a nightAisle estimate
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 02 19 00 31 00
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Wine pairings sourced from local Loire Valley producers available. Catering through approved vendors or on-site kitchen. Request detailed proposal from venue coordinator.
Questions about the venue
What makes the venue historically significant?+
The manor was constructed in the 16th century during the Renaissance period and has retained its original stone work, timber framing, and period details. The restoration maintained historical integrity while adding contemporary conveniences for modern events.
Can guests stay on-site?+
Yes, La Maison Rabelais operates as a hotel with multiple rooms available for wedding guests, simplifying logistics for destination weddings and allowing extended family to stay in the same historic building.
What are the outdoor options?+
The property features a courtyard suitable for aperitifs and ceremonies. Additional outdoor spaces along the surrounding medieval streets provide photography opportunities with Loire Valley architecture as backdrop.
Is the venue accessible for all guests?+
Contact the venue directly at https://www.maisonrabelais.com/?utm_source=GPB to confirm accessibility accommodations, as historic buildings may have stairs and uneven surfaces.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
Still deciding? Elena is Aisle’s AI wedding planner. Give her a month and a guest count and she will forecast the budget, work out how your guests would travel, and put a first plan on paper. No account needed.
Similar venues nearby
Other wedding venues
- La MaiZonMazan, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurAlso in France
- La Malouinière Des Longchamps Hôtel spa Aqua Bien EtreSaint-Jouan-des-Guérets, BretagneAlso in France
- La PailloteCavignac, Nouvelle-AquitaineAlso in France
- La Palmeraie De La TourLa Tour-de-Salvagny, Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesAlso in France
- La poz by DisiniVendargues, OccitanieAlso in France
- La Réserve de BeaulieuBeaulieu-sur-Mer, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurAlso in France
- La Réserve Ramatuelle - Hotel, Spa and VillasRamatuelle, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurAlso in France
- La RacaudièreVillandry, Centre-Val de LoireAnother hotel
Weighing La Maison Rabelais against the field?
Answer four questions, budget, season, guest count, feel, and a shortlist of comparable houses comes back in about a minute. No sign-up needed.
Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.