A former seaside villa from the 19th century, Hôtel La Villefromoy is a boutique hotel that promises a memorable vacation along the English Channel. Spend your days playing and relaxing on Saint-Malo's beaches, just steps away from the property. Back at the hotel, you'll have 26 beautiful guestrooms to choose from, including family rooms. You can also avail of a substantial and delicious Bretagne breakfast so you can face the day full of energy. As for where to go and what to do, Saint-Malo is a historic medieval town home to swashbuckling corsairs, so hop aboard a rental bike and visit the many museums, heritage buildings, and experiences offered by this beautiful commune.
Plage de Rochebonne - 7 boulevard Hebert, 35400 Saint Malo, France
The mansion that is now known as Hôtel La Villefromoy was built sometime in the 1800s, a time of prosperity for Saint-Malo because of the intercontinental trade during that time. The house was later converted into a spa villa, and then into a guest house, before finally being acquired and opened as a boutique hotel.
Since the hotel is located in a residential district, guests can find plenty of other old houses in the area. However, the medieval neighborhoods of Saint-Malo are on the other side of town.
Since Hôtel La Villefromoy was built during the 1800s, the house was designed with French Empire conventions in mind. These include the spiral staircase and rococo interior walls. These are then complemented by modern coastal and tropical touches, such as wicker basket seats and nautical accouterments.
The bedrooms are similarly furnished and decorated, with some rooms having walls depicting murals and paintings of the sea.
Breakfast
Labeling their breakfast as Savourez la Bretagne or "Enjoy Brittany", guests can start their day with a gourmet morning meal for 19 EUR (22 USD). The breakfast buffet will be served in the dining hall or in your room. Aside from the usual continental options, such as croissants and scrambled eggs, they also have Breton delicacies like crepes, craquelins, and far Bretons, which are custards with apples and prunes.
Availability: 7 am - 11 am
Lounge Bar
The lobby lounge of Hôtel La Villefromoy is designed and decorated more like a cozy living room than a ritzy hotel lounge, creating an atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy their favorite beverage. Their menu includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, so tipplers and teetotalers can easily enjoy each other's company. On sunny days, the garden patio is also open and equipped with comfy seats and tables, encouraging guests to bask in the warmth while sipping their drinks and munching on snacks.
Availability: All day until 1 am
Hôtel La Villefromoy encourages its guests to partake in the culture of Saint-Malo and Brittany, and will be happy to assist via their concierge services. Need an easy way to get around? Arrange for a car rental or bicycle rental so you can easily check out local attractions and establishments. They can also assist in getting tickets for ferries, cruises, and make restaurant reservations.
As for where to go, you'll have plenty of options to consider. You can book a surfing lesson at the beaches, or rent watersports equipment such as for kayaking or paddleboarding. You can also visit historic landmarks such as the Saint-Malo Ramparts, the island bastion of Fort National, or enter the hallowed halls of Saint-Vincent Cathedral of Saint-Malo. You can even take a day trip and visit other towns and villages, such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mont Saint-Michel.
If you're booking Hôtel La Villefromoy as part of a company trip, the hotel can transform one of their lounge salons into a meeting or seminar hall. Their packages include options for complementary breakfasts or lunches, as well as activities such as tasting tours and boat trips.
Couples or families can also inquire about similar deals. Though not to the same extent as company gatherings, the hotel may still be able to provide personalized services, especially if you're planning to celebrate a special day such as a birthday or anniversary.
Picture-perfect island commune that was once a coastal citadel, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (42-minute drive)
Coastal walls and towers built in the Middle Ages and protected the town from naval assaults. (11-minute drive)
Cathedral built in the 12th century, featuring Gothic and Romanesque architecture and ornate stained glass windows. (11-minute drive)
Dinard–Pleurtuit–Saint-Malo Airport (DNR) is the nearest airport to Hôtel La Villefromoy, just 16 minutes away by car.
The nearest railway is Saint-Malo Station, a 5-minute drive from the hotel.