Hotel

Loire Valley Lodges

37320 Esvres, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), 45 minutes

Loire Valley Lodges stands apart by offering on-site accommodation for 150+ guests, eliminating the logistical nightmare of coordinating scattered hotels across the region. This hotel venue in Esvres provides ceremony, reception, and overnight lodging under one roof, allowing wedding parties to celebrate without guests departing for distant accommodations. Located in France's premier wine country, the property delivers direct access to châteaux tours and vineyard experiences unavailable at competing venues.

Highlights

Accommodates up to 150 guests with on-site lodging, eliminating transportation coordination
Situated in Loire Valley wine region with direct access to 300+ châteaux within 1-hour radius
Hotel rating of 4.7/5 on Google reflects consistent guest satisfaction
Full-service venue handles ceremony space, reception facilities, and multi-night accommodation packages
Flexible indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for intimate 20-person ceremonies through 150-guest celebrations

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportTUF

Visit venue website

Plan your wedding at Loire Valley Lodges

Getting there

Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF)

45 minutes to venue

Private car rental

€45-80 daily rental

45 minutes · Self-drive from Tours airport via N10/D31 to Esvres

Hired car service

€80-120 per vehicle

45 minutes · Pre-arranged transfer from Tours airport to venue

Train

€15-25 per person

1.5 hours total · Tours train station to Esvres station (5km away), then local taxi

Paris CDG to venue

€120-200 private transfer

3-3.5 hours · Direct transfer or train via Tours hub

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Typically €500-1,500 (varies with space selection)

Reception (per guest)

€85-150 (food and beverage; premium wine packages available)

Accommodation (per night)

€90-180 (standard rooms; group rates negotiable for 20+ guests)

Estimated total

€25,000-50,000 for 50-guest weekend wedding with 2 nights lodging

Final cost depends on season (peak June-September), guest count, meal selections, wine packages, and room categories. Direct inquiry recommended for custom group rates and seasonal pricing.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome reception and vineyard tour departure

Saturday

10:00 AMPre-wedding activities: optional château visit or wine tasting for guests

3:30 PMGuest arrival at ceremony location on hotel grounds

4:00 PMCeremony begins

5:30 PMCocktail hour and reception dinner in hotel dining facilities

11:00 PMEvening celebration concludes; overnight lodging

Sunday

9:00 AMBreakfast service; leisurely checkout

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we arrange wine country tours for our guests?

Yes. Loire Valley Lodges can coordinate vineyard visits and château tours. The region contains over 300 châteaux within an hour's drive, and many offer group tastings and guided experiences for wedding parties.

What's included in accommodation packages?

Standard packages include room nights, breakfast service, and common area access. Contact the venue directly at http://www.loirevalleylodges.com/ for current room rates and group discounts based on party size and length of stay.

Are there restrictions on ceremony timing?

The hotel accommodates both morning and evening ceremonies. French legal requirements mandate civil marriages occur at local mairie offices; the venue hosts the celebratory ceremony and reception following civil registration.

How far is the nearest major airport?

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 210 kilometers away with a 2.5-3 hour drive. Tours Val de Loire Airport, 45 kilometers away, offers regional flights with 45-minute transfer time.