Le Clos Sainte-Marguerite

This is my fourth stay in Beaune and fourth visit to this hotel. I have always loved this place. I write a new review now because it is under new ownership now. It used to be run by the Fatien family. Now Estelle has bought it and the name is both “Chez les Fatien” but also “Clos de saint-marguerite” I was nervous because I thought maybe the hotel would change in a bad way, from its small hotel charm. But do not worry. It is as charming and her upgrades are only making it better. They now have 5 rooms, and all rooms have AC (which it did not have before!). Given the rising temperatures everywhere, having AC is good especially in some of the higher rooms. The lines are beautiful, the Nuxe items in each room are lovely French treat to your skin, and the breakfast remains outstanding. Estelle and her staff are wonderful. If you need too much attention, then this is not the place for you. It isn’t a hotel where there is someone there every second. As it has just 5 rooms, they are there for check in and check out, and breakfast, of course. But you have privacy most of the time which I really appreciate. The gorgeous courtyard has lovely bistro tables and we had bread and cheese there with wine, many evenings. They treat you like family. There is a honor bar in the dining room so you can take wine that you like and just write your name down so it will be on your bill when you leave. We got soaked in the rain one day biking and our clothes and shoes were absolutely dripping. They offered to throw our stuff in the dryer. That would not happen in big hotels! Also they helped us get our luggage to the train which was so kind. Beaune is my happy place, and in large part it is due to this sweet, romantic hotel. Estelle will continue to make it spectacular with her touch!

Going to make this very clear if you come to Beaune stay at this hotel. Simple enough? Your arrival is very unassuming as the façade and aging grey front door don’t prepare you for what is inside. Once the door opens you are greeted by your helpful and enthusiastic host Arnaud and your eyes transported to the 1890s Parisian courtyard. Arnaud even helped me carry in 10 boxes of wine. My wife and I stayed on the ground floor, which is the best apartment. The room is well air-conditioned has the most comfortable bed and sheets. The bathroom is larger than my first NY apartment and features two sinks, a vintage bathtub and a large shower. The room is also a door with furniture artistic touches. Every morning Arnaud prepares a delicious breakfast of local French pastries, meats and cheeses. Fresh OJ and coffee is also made by his hands. The hotel is located on the quiet street and parking is available in a secure lot around. WIFI is free and reasonably fast.

Just four rooms or suites around a private courtyard through a door in a wall. We had the ground floor suite with quickly bathroom inc bath and plenty of space in the room. Delightful breakfast. Lovely quality bedlinen and towels. Excellent breakfast. Was met at the hotel by Arnaud who was most helpful.