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L'EssenCiel

4.0 star property
L'EssenCiel's countryside retreat balances peaceful surroundings with luxury experiences, from fine dining to spa treatments and local art exploration

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Travelers find a peaceful getaway at L'EssenCiel in the countryside. The property features an on-site art gallery and shopping opportunities. Guests can relax at the spa or enjoy meals at two restaurants, including one with a Michelin star.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ฿4,703
฿5,271 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Double Room (Nid Azur)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room (Nid Horizon)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room (Nid Celeste) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Double or Twin Room (Nid Celeste)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Room (Nid Sur les Bois) garden level | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Double Room (Nid Sur les Bois) garden level

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Room (Nid Essence) garden level | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Room (Nid Essence) garden level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Domaine du Château des pères, Route de Boistrudan, Piré-Chancé, Ille-et-Vilaine, 35150

What's nearby

  • Enigmaparc - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • St. Maximilian Kolbe Church - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • The Fairies' Rock - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Youpi Parc - 16 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Glaz Arena - 20 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Janze Station - 9 min drive
  • Rennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terre Et Mer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Java Bleue - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza Janzé - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gabby - ‬8 min drive

About this property

L'EssenCiel

Upscale hotel in a rural location
Consider a stay at L'EssenCiel and take advantage of a corner/local shop, a terrace and an art gallery on-site. Indulge in a facial, Ayurvedic treatments and a body scrub at Spa L'EssenCiel x Codage, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner and a Michelin star rated meal. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), train station pick-up service and an electric car charging station
  • Bike tour information, a banquet hall and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at L'EssenCiel include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and children's dressing gowns
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • La Tables des Pères
  • Le Re-Père

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2022
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 50
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests should be aware that cats reside at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 14 December 2025 to 31 December 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.32 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 per person
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, ANCV Cheques-vacances and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

L'EssenCiel Hotel
L'EssenCiel Piré-Chancé
L'EssenCiel Hotel Piré-Chancé

Frequently asked questions

Does L'EssenCiel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from December 14 2025 until December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at L'EssenCiel?

As of 5 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'EssenCiel on 11 Jan 2026 start from ฿4,703.41, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is L'EssenCiel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at L'EssenCiel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at L'EssenCiel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at L'EssenCiel?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 50 (subject to availability).

Where is L'EssenCiel located?

Situated in a provincial park, this hotel is 16.3 mi (26.3 km) from Parc Expo Rennes.

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Reviews

L'EssenCiel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really quirky and nice property in great grounds. Need to book restaurant in advance as reading reviews often dull and not much in the area and nothing else walkable. Overall a nice stay - great spa, lovely grounds. Special mention to Raphael who helped us 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Nest-tastic :)

Unique experience! tranquile, great surroundings; place that is offering combination of relaxation, art, cuisine and connection with nature in minimalist style. Profesional attentive and friendly staff. Special Thanks to Kuku and the Team at Buffet Restaurant - Morgan & Sam made our dinner experience very enjoyable The SPA is also memorable - clean, well designed and peaceful! Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing! Stunning views from the nest and the staff were so helpful! We ate at La Table des Pères which was also wonderful! We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to take a weekend away from the city

Big rooms with a very comfortable bed. The swimming pool area is amazing, cleand, beautiful and perfect to relax. Restaurant buffet also super good quality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Amazing. Quirky hotel. Lovely room. Very quiet. Best meal ever at the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Interesting concept poorly executed.

It's a fun place to stay and if your motive is visiting the fine restaurant on site and taking selfies, then it works for a night. However whether it is due to the weight restrictions of the pods, or some financial issues, the finish of the decoration is not up to standard. This is a €300 a night hotel, and I fully expect them to increase this rate in the near future. The finish in the rooms though is akin to a €80-120 roadside motel. Cheap chip board and cheap plastic everywhere, not I do not mean anything custom designed. The double beds are two singles pushed together- unforgivable. The toilet seat the cheapest plastic you could find in Lidl middle isle. Nice to have a Nespresso machine, however 2 pods total? Most hotels would give you a selection and perhaps even a dash of milk if so desired. It is quite possible for the rooms to be plastic filled to reduce weight and yet remain stylish. However little thought has gone into this which is a shame. I do not think I am alone in saying this as well - a staff member told me he hears this often. On the plus side, the staff were wonderful and very helpful. On balance though I would not recommend staying here for more than one night, and only then if you are eating at the restaurant. Definitely do not expect any sort of finesse or smattering of luxury though as aside from the staff, this is not there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

jean pierre

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hôtel que je classe en catégorie formule 1 amélioré
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour remarquable.

L'hôtel, les restaurants, le domaine, la serre, tout a été source de moments exceptionnels. Une grande équipe réellement compétente et très sympathique travaille sur le domaine. L'alliance entre le talent, la nature et la compétence. Un séjour d'exception que j'ai vécu grâce à eux.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and memorable stay. Unique design. Would return and stay longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Élisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Endroit magnifique et insolite, le personnel est digne de cet endroit, gentils, très professionnel et très agréables. Super spa, piscine... On y reviendra
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

bon hotel pour un court séjour

Hotel très agréable avec une architecture futuriste un peu à l'écart de tout mais dépaysant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent séjour que ça soit hôtel ou restaurant,avec un personnel au petit soin À refaire
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible and magical hotel. Absolutely, the very best hotel I have stayed at, in France. The staff were Excellent. The property grounds is Amazing. Very clean, very safe, very quiet. Parking was excellent. We stayed in one of the modern-art-like "Pods" and it was a very unique and memorable experience. The pool/spa area was also a delight. Highest accolades possible. Thank you for an incredible stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Plutôt déçue

Nous y avons passé notre anniversaire. C'était utile de le préciser pour avoir deux chocolats. C'était notre second séjour. Je trouve que les bâtiments ne vieillissent pas bien... Si la literie et le cadre sont agréables nous nous serions passé de la chauve souris écrasée dans la charnière de la fenêtre. Quand au restaurant étoilé, une flânerie à 400€ qui ne valait pas le détour... La Rôtisserie est correcte, a condition d'expliquer à la barmaid qu'un americano peut aussi être un apéritif et non un café... Bref, même si le calme et le spa était au rendez vous, nous ne garderons pas un grand souvenir de notre passage et ne reviendrons pas de sitôt...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Très agréable mais un peu cher

Les chambres "nid" sont originales et très agréables, bien équipée et avec une bonne literie. Le SPA est également au top. L'environnement est également très agréable, au calme. Cela dit, le prix reste quand même très élevé en comparaison avec ce que d'autres 4 étoiles peuvent proposer. Le petit déjeuner est correcte mais avec trop peu de choix en salé à mon gout.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

mathilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Une petite attention pour notre anniversaire de mariage. Cela nous a fait plaisir. Par contre le petit dejeuner n'est vraiment pas a la hauteur d'un hôtel 4 etoiles.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Espectacular e inesperado

Lugar muy bonito perdido en Francia
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour merveilleux

Cadre, environnement, personnel, tout est parfait pour un séjour très agréable .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bien

Lit très confortable, propre et services impeccables. Petit déjeuner de grande qualité, j'ai beaucoup apprécié le saumon fumé et le bacon frais. Le spa était très relaxant, le sauna assez chaud, mais l'eau de la piscine était un peu froide. Ce fut un agréable séjour chez l'essenciel. Je recommande vivement cet hôtel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

VALERIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

UNIQUE...

Superbe découverte, nuitée dans les airs, jolie chambrée bien au chaud un espace bien-être au top, tout pour passer un excellent séjour, je recommande fortement à faire au molns une fois dans sa vie!!! Un accueil professionnel et des plus agréable. Encore merci pour ce moment unique....
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incontournable

Magnifique hôtel futuriste, dans un très beau parc de sculptures. Endroit incontournable pour déconnecter
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super mooi hotel. Heel futuristisch aan de buitenkant! Ruime kamers Alleen GPS kent locatie niet en je moet een stuk verder rijden.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaetan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

tangi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025