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L'EssenCiel
4.0 star property

Upscale hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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L'EssenCiel

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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner, brunch served; French cuisine
Front of property
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 18 per person)

Overview of L'EssenCiel

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is £133
Price available on 1/5/2024

Explore the area

Map
Domaine du Château des pères, Route de Boistrudan, Piré-Chancé, Ille-et-Vilaine, 35150
  • Popular LocationThe Fairies' Rock14 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlace de la Gare25 min drive
  • Popular LocationRennes Cathedral27 min drive
  • AirportRennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques)31 min drive
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Room options

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

Room (Nid Canopée)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room (Nid Azur)

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

Double Room (Nid Azur)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (Nid Horizon)

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

Double or Twin Room (Nid Horizon)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Room (Nid Essence) garden level

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

Room (Nid Essence) garden level

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Pire-sur-Seiche

Located in Piré-Chancé, L'EssenCiel is in a rural area and in a provincial park. Parc Expo Rennes is another place to visit that comes recommended.
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What's nearby

  • The Fairies' Rock - 14 min drive
  • Place de la Gare - 25 min drive
  • Rennes Cathedral - 27 min drive
  • Place des Lices - 28 min drive
  • Parliament of Brittany - 28 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Crêperie Saint-Pierre - 8 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza - 10 min drive
  • La Java Bleue - 6 min drive
  • Au Merry Land - 9 min drive
  • Giopépé - 9 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 body scrub, Ayurvedic treatments and a facial at L'EssenCiel by Thémaé, 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
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), train station pick-up service and an electric car charging station
  • A lift, a ballroom and wedding services
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 dressing gowns.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and children's dressing gowns
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and travel cots

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 18 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
  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

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
  • 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
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 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
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • 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
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 per person

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 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
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
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
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.

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

As of 30 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'EssenCiel on 1 May 2024 start from £132.84, including 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.

What time is check-out at L'EssenCiel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is L'EssenCiel located?

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

L'EssenCiel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Yanish, Atherton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Farah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hermann

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Guillaume

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

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