Les Jardins d'Epicure

Hotels
8.2 (428 reviews)
16, Grande Rue , Bray-et-Lû , FR
+33 1 34 67 75 87
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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Free Parking
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
Fishing
Cycling
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful park/gardens and bucolic setting
Quiet, peaceful location near Giverny
Lovely historic building and exterior
Comfortable, spacious rooms and suites
Many reports of helpful and friendly staff
Cons:
Lack of air conditioning in rooms
Inconsistent cleanliness (cobwebs, mold, odors, unmade beds)
Breakfast often described as poor or insufficient
Spa/restaurant closed at times; limited amenities available
Occasional unfriendly reception and billing issues/overcharging

Categories

Cleanliness
6.6
Multiple mentions of ageing/degraded bathroom fixtures, presence of cobwebs, reports of mold and a sewer smell in one room, and at least one report of rooms not being serviced — overall cleanliness is below expectations.
Service
9.2
Many guests praise very helpful and friendly reception staff (examples of exceptional assistance and kindness), though there are sporadic reports of unfriendly or brusque receptionists; overall service is a strong point despite some inconsistencies.
Location
9.9
Consistently praised: beautiful park setting, peaceful and bucolic grounds, very close to Giverny — the location and setting are standout features.
Room Quality
9
Several guests describe rooms and suites as spacious, comfortable and well furnished; however a minority report issues (old fittings, occasional odors and bathroom mold) — generally rooms are very good with isolated problems.
Amenities
6.9
Frequent complaints about lack of air conditioning in rooms during heat, closed spa/restaurant at times, and limited outdoor seating/terrace — amenities availability is a notable weakness.
Value for Money
6.8
Multiple comments about high prices, questionable billing (breakfast charged despite not taken), and expensive extras (coffee) — guests feel price-quality balance is often unsatisfactory.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Mixed feedback: some praise for the restaurant when open, but several guests find breakfast poor or insufficient (limited fruit, thermos coffee) and complain about availability/pricing — overall F&B is inconsistent.
Overall Experience
9.9
Overall impression is very positive due to the exceptional setting, beautiful building and generally helpful staff; shortcomings in cleanliness and amenities temper but do not erase a largely memorable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:23

Property Description

Les Jardins d'Épicure is a romantic hotel in a leafy setting, with 20 rooms and suites (many with private jacuzzi) spread over three character buildings dating from 1865: the Castel Napoléon III, the Anciennes Écuries and the Villa Florentine. Four categories: Classic, Premium, Suite with jacuzzi and themed suites with private jacuzzi. The estate also has a gourmet restaurant, a lounge bar, a spa (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi) and a landscaped park.

Important information:

Please note that the restaurant is open from Wdnesday for lunch to Sunday for dinner, and closed on Monday and Tuesday all day. In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CDG

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed. Cots are not available.

  • Age restriction

    Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in.

  • Parking

    Free parking is available on site.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available and is free of charge.

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 428 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.6
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 6.9
Value for Money: 6.8
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 9.9
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François • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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marc • couple • fr
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Francois • couple • fr
8
Un épisode bucolique avec un très bon petit déjeuner
Pros:

Très belle situation avec un joli parc

Cons:

L’aspect vieillissant de certains équipements dégradés ( lavabo, meuble de SdB) et présence de toiles d’araignée

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • ch
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Hansihuber • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Toller park

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
G
Graham • couple • gb
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
M
Maxime-Jeanine • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le cadre était très agréable et calme
La suite réservée était vraiment très bien, confortable, propre et spacieuse

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jane • extended_group • gb
10
A fabulous hotel with really helpful and friendly staff - we loved it!
Pros:

The lady on reception was wonderful. She couldn't do enough for us. We stayed on a Tuesday, so the restaurant was closed - my husband wasn't feeling well so she ordered takeaway pizzas for us - which were delicious. Our room was very comfortable.

Cons:

We would have loved to have eaten in the restaurant - next time we will go when it is open.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
P
PAUL • couple • be
9
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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AndreaLevoni • couple • it
10
Pace e confort
Pros:

Struttura incantevole circondata dalla bellezza bucolica, a brevissima distanza da Giverny. Stanza ampia, pulita e ben arredata. Staff cortese e super disponibile.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
V
Victor • extended_group • fr
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Yasmine • couple • fr
1
A fuir
Pros:

Rien

Cons:

Tout est revoir

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
R
Rian • extended_group • gb
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
G
GIANCOSIMO • couple • it
9
Pros:

Bel giardino rilassante.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Liz Nathalie • solo_traveller • ro
5
Pros:

Le lieu extérieur est reposant et plaisant. La personne a l accueil pourrait être plus souriante et agréable

Cons:

Par temps de canicule, ne pas avoir de clim pour un établissement 4 étoiles cela est un point à revoir

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
G
Guillaume • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Jens • couple • de
10
Traumhafte Tage in diesem Hotel
Pros:

Die Unterkunft ist herrlich in einem Park gelegen. Kommt man auf das Gelände, fällt der Blick sofort auf das wunderschöne Haus. Unser Zimmer war in einem schönen Nebengebäude. Eine tolle Unterkunft. Das Essen im Restaurant ist exklusiver und dementsprechend sind auch die Preise. Jedoch angemessen. Das Restaurant und der Frühstücksbereich sind toll eingerichtet. Das Personal sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Alle schön

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
R
Rolf • couple • de
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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ROSA MARIA • extended_group • es
6
Pros:

Los jardines

Cons:

El desayuno muy pobre para el precio. No hay aire acondicionado en las habitaciones.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • couple • fr
8
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee