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L'EssenCiel

4.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 4-star Piré-Chancé hotel

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, spa tub, steam room, body treatments
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner, brunch served; French cuisine
Front of property
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 18 per person)
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

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Domaine du Château des pères, Route de Boistrudan, Piré-Chancé, Ille-et-Vilaine, 35150
  • Popular LocationPlace de la Gare25 min drive
  • Popular LocationParc Expo Rennes26 min drive
  • Popular LocationRennes Cathedral27 min drive
  • AirportRennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques)31 min drive

Room options

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Room (Nid Canopée) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room (Nid Canopée)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room (Nid Celeste) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double or Twin Room (Nid Celeste)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Double Room (Nid Sur les Bois) garden level

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room (Nid Azur)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double or Twin Room (Nid Horizon)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room (Nid Essence) garden level | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room (Nid Essence) garden level

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Pire-sur-Seiche

In provincial park.You'll be 16.3 mi (26.3 km) from Parc Expo Rennes with a stay at this Piré-Chancé hotel.

What's nearby

  • Place de la Gare - 25 min drive
  • Parc Expo Rennes - 26 min drive
  • Roazhon Park - 27 min drive
  • Rennes Cathedral - 27 min drive
  • Place des Lices - 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

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 4-star Piré-Chancé hotel
L'EssenCiel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and 8 meeting rooms are available. A sauna, spa services, and a library are also featured at L'EssenCiel. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Piré-Chancé hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2022
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
L'EssenCiel offers 42 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

This Piré-Chancé hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

L'EssenCiel by Thémaé has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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/truck 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

Things to do

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

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 cribs/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, ANCV Chèques-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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

How close is L'EssenCiel to the airport?

L'EssenCiel is 22.8 mi (32-min drive) away from the Rennes (RNS-Saint-Jacques) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'EssenCiel on Jun 3, 2024 start from $159.37, 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.

Does L'EssenCiel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at L'EssenCiel.

Does L'EssenCiel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at L'EssenCiel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 18 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at L'EssenCiel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at L'EssenCiel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at L'EssenCiel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does L'EssenCiel have a pool?

L'EssenCiel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does L'EssenCiel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like French cuisine, garden views, and brunch.

Does L'EssenCiel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at L'EssenCiel by Thémaé, where you can enjoy facials, body treatments, and Ayurvedic treatments.

How close is L'EssenCiel to downtown Piré-Chancé?

L'EssenCiel is 0.1 mi away from Pire-sur-Seiche.

L'EssenCiel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 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 traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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 traveler
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