Hôtellerie Du Bas-Bréau

Hotels
7.8 (727 reviews)
22 Rue Grande , Barbizon , FR
+33 1 64 64 06 24

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (near forest and city attractions)
Charming decor and pleasant, comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff/owner
Nice garden/outdoor space and pool (when available)
Parking/garage available
Cons:
Poor cleanliness and signs of lack of maintenance
Breakfast minimal or overpriced; restaurant sometimes closed
Heating/hot water issues reported in some rooms
Some décor and fixtures are outdated (moquette, blocked shutters)
Pool or amenities occasionally closed for renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
5.5
Multiple reviews mention dirtiness, poor upkeep and an overall impression of an unmaintained hotel; specific notes include 'very dirty' and renovation/lobby changes that reduced charm.
Service
9.3
Service is often praised: owner personally laid out breakfast for a lone guest, staff described as sympathetic and kind; generally attentive despite other issues.
Location
9.8
Consistently highlighted as a strong point: ideal location near the forest and city attractions, repeatedly described as 'excellent' or 'ideal'.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms often described as pleasant, charming and comfortably furnished (good beds, tasteful decoration, some excellent bathrooms), though some elements are aging (moquette, a stuck shutter).
Amenities
7.7
Good outdoor space, garden, pool and parking/garage mentioned; however some amenities (pool, restaurant) were closed/under renovation during stays, reducing reliability.
Value for Money
7.1
Mixed value: guests note high prices for underwhelming breakfast and an unexpected pet surcharge; location and charm support value but poor maintenance and extra charges detract.
Food and Beverage
5.8
Frequently criticized: breakfasts described as minimal/poor for the price, restaurant closed at times and limited hot options; one guest received a bespoke breakfast but this was an exception.
Overall Experience
8.6
Generally a charming, well-located hotel with friendly staff and pleasant rooms, but recurrent maintenance, cleanliness and food-service shortcomings temper the overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:42

Property Description

Former Hunting Lodge in Barbizon
Nestled on the edge of the Fontainebleau Forest, Hôtellerie Du Bas-Bréau offers a unique stay in the picturesque village of Barbizon. The shaded park surrounding the property provides a tranquil atmosphere for guests to unwind and connect with nature.

Wine Cellar and Buffet Breakfast
Indulge in the exquisite wine collection at the hotel's wine cellar, offering a taste of local flavors. Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast, featuring a variety of fresh and savory options to satisfy your palate.

Artistic Legacy and Nearby Attractions
Immerse yourself in the rich artistic history of Barbizon, known as a gathering place for pre-Impressionist painters. Explore the well-preserved natural beauty of the area and visit the nearby Château de Fontainebleau for a glimpse into the past.

Experience the charm of Barbizon at Hôtellerie Du Bas-Bréau. Book your stay now.

Important information:

Please note that for bookings of 3 or more rooms, specials conditions may apply. Please contact the property after booking for further information.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 727 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.5
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 7.1
Food and Beverage: 5.8
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Annette • couple • fr
6
Pros:

L emplacement à côté de la forêt

Cons:

Impression d hôtel non entretenu

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Bourre • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Pierre AUBERT • couple • fr
4
joli hôtel où je ne reviendrai pas
Pros:

Petit déjeuner tout à fait correct

Cons:

il faisait franchement froid dans la chambre, le chauffage ne marchait pas . Et surtout il n'y avait pas d'eau assez chaude pour se laver

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • je
10
I will certainly return
Pros:

I was the only guest yet the service was excellent. The owner let me park my car in his guarage and personally laid out breakfast buffet just for me.

Cons:

Sadly their restaurant was out of action but many other choices were nearby.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • it
7
Piacevole, e molto tranquillo.
Pros:

luogo e posizione molto belli, e ottimo il gusto per la decorazione degli spazi interni ed esterni. Camera piacevolissima, arredata con gusto, Il bagno eccellente, a parte il piatto doccia che andrebbe di tanto in tanto decalcarizzata.

Cons:

Il sovrapprezzo richiesto per l'animale: 25€, soprattutto per un cane di piccola taglia (6kg) è francamente eccessiva, eccede di almeno 10 - 12 euro qualsiasi altra richiesta nella nostra esperienza di viaggio per strutture di pari livello, e in questi casi sarebbe più corretto specificarla prima (in fase di prenotazione) anziché limitarsi a un generico "potrà essere applicato un sovrapprezzo".
Altro piccolo appunto, non siamo riusciti a spegnere la luce esterna davanti alla ns camera, e un'imposta era bloccata e non si chiudeva, sicché abbiamo avuto un "effetto mattino" per tutta la notte.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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joaquim • couple • fr
2
Même pas un petit déjeuner ils ne le font qu à partir de 8 h de plus le restaurant est fermé
Pros:

Que l emplacement

Cons:

Très vieux limite près à fermer et très vétuste

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • fr
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Laurent • couple • fr
8
Hôtel calme et beau cadre très bien situé
Pros:

Hôtel calme, soigné avec goût, gentillesse du personnels , cadre lieux calme et très bien situé apaisant

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Gaëlle • solo_traveller • fr
8
Belle expérience dans un établissement charmant au coeur d'une ville exceptionnelle !
Pros:

L'emplacement est idéal et le lieu est très agréable ainsi que le personnel

Cons:

Décoration un peu vieillissante (moquette)

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • ua
8
Pros:

Location close to the entrance to the forest. Mg sleep was good- maybe good pillows and mattress - I’ve enjoyed it.

Cons:

It was all very dirty and they also renovated the lobby and bar that looked great when was as historical but lost all the charm after changes. In general if more love and care would be putted in service and arrangement - this could be a nice place.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Thierry • couple • fr
8
Chambre agréable, petit-déjeuner décevant.
Pros:

L’emplacement, la décoration et l’ameublement à l’ancienne comme chez mes grands-parents, la sympathie du personnel.

Cons:

Le petit-déjeuner minimaliste, nettement moins copieux qu’une chaîne d’hôtels à bas prix (pas d’œufs brouillés, pas d’aliments chauds, pas d’eau minérale, pas de cakes ou gâteaux…) pour un prix élevé non justifié (21 €).

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Alexandre • couple • fr
4
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Alban • couple • fr
2
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Sébastien • couple • fr
7
Pros:

L’emplacement.

Cons:

Vieillot et triste.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Guillemette • couple • fr
4
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Paraskevi • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Great location, with a lovely outdoor space in the back.

Cons:

Sadly the pool was closed for renovations during our stay, which was not flagged when we booked or at a later time.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Mélissa • extended_group • fr
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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PATRICK • couple • fr
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
8
Nice Hotel near museums and art galleries
Pros:

Good location for us as we were visiting friends nearby. We stayed in a good sized bedroom with air conditioning. The room had plenty of storage plus a large bath and shower room. There is a large garden which was great for us as we had our dogs with us. There is also a swimming pool.

Cons:

Breakfast was very basic for a large hotel.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Tatiana • family_with_children • fr
4
Un bel endroit qui mériterait un rafraîchissement de fond en comble .
Pros:

La localisation et la tranquillité sont parfaites

Cons:

Tout est vieillot , des rideaux avec des anneaux décrochés , une déco qui a 40 ans .. lors de notre arrivée , en pleine canicule la piscine était totalement à l’abandon , pas propre . J’ai moi même utilisé l’épuisette pour le premier nettoyage de surface, rempli de feuilles , moucherons etc
Le nettoyage lui même le 3 eme jour ..
très peu de personnel , une impression d’hôtel vide , personne au bar , au salon ..

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee