Name: Chateau de Mercues
Address: ., Mercues, FR

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Tony

Wonderful food in the restaurant where we had a tasting menu.
Lovely breakfast
Staff very welcoming and a great place to stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2026

Micaela

The room was excellent and very comfortable, with stunning views of the valley below. What stood out the most was the generous and warm and professional staff from beginning to end. They were welcoming and made the chateau a very welcome destination after a long drive.

Business_and_leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2025

Florence

Magical place, swimming pool and tennis court made it so special to us! We enjoyed the upgrade so much! The food and the wine were out of this world.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2025

Carol

Loved it!

What an amazing chateau! So beautiful. We had a turret room which was grand. Did the wine tasting; had amazing dinners cooked by the incredible chef. Breakfast had everything you could possibly want from cheese, salmon, meats, muesli, fresh yogurt,
Eggs,
Fabulous breads and jams, whole box of honeycomb. Cannot recommend enough. Only disappointment was it was too cold to swim in the beautiful huge pool.

Partner

2/10

Poor

18 Sep 2025

Christopher

Relais and Chateaux-no- no NON!
Where to even begin? Our experience at Château Mer was one of the most disappointing hotel stays we've had in recent memory — especially considering the Relais & Châteaux label and the premium pricing.

We arrived on the afternoon of Monday, September 15th, and the lack of welcome was immediately noticeable. It took quite some time before anyone appeared at the front desk. Though the staff were pleasant enough, the entire welcome experience lacked polish, warmth, and organization. It felt chaotic, under-trained, and oddly indifferent — think Fawlty Towers, but without the charm.

We were offered an iced tea in what I assume was meant to be a tranquil garden. Unfortunately, the space was poorly maintained: wilted plants, uneven pathways, and furniture that had seen better days. The setting felt unloved. And yet, despite all this, the building itself is stunning — a beautiful old grande dame perched in an enviable location. That makes what follows all the more frustrating.

Room Disaster (a.k.a. “The Upgrade”)

After a long wait with no communication, we were told we’d been “upgraded.” Normally, that would be welcome news — but this so-called upgrade turned out to be a turret room spread over two floors. The first floor had a small room - basically an entryway - with a desk and a bench, a room with a sit-in tub/sink and another with a toilet. Up a stone spiral staircase was the sleeping room which had a round bed and a bizarre layout that made

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2025

Eric

Le personnel est extrêmement accueillant et agréable

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2024

Paul

amazing site and hotel

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2024

Renee

Princess for a day

You feel like a princess! It is a beautiful Chateau. The staff is amazing and take care of anything you need.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jun 2024

Marko

Chambre 3
Ameublement inapproprié, les chaises sont inconfortable. Une fois assis, la table est beaucoup trop haute. Pas possible de prendre le petit déjeuner sur cette table ou même lire le journal. La douche est Nala conçue. Même pas de petite tablette pour y déposer le savon, il faut laisser les article au sol dans la douche. Un château offre davantage! Egalment , le wifi est seulement disponible dans la chambre.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2023

Panorea

It has always been a dream of mine to stay in a real medieval chateau. We had an exceptional experience! Not only is the chateau absolutely beautiful, the staff and food was superb! They are all so friendly and accommodating. They go over and beyond and I would recommend a visit to everyone! Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2023

Andrew

Our stay at Château de Mercuès was fantastic. We stayed for one night and swam, dined, drank and slept wonderfully.

The staff were helpful, friendly, knowledgable and discreet. I cannot speak highly enough of all of them.

The pool area was build in the 60s and although maybe showing its age slightly, was charming, providing sunbeds and parasols

The evening service at La Dueze (on-site michelin starred restaurant) was impeccable. The food and wine were some of the best I have ever had.

The room was tidy, clean and comfortable and well equipped with tea-making, wi-fi and small minibar. The wine tour is a must. The cellars were immaculate and a testament to the care and dilligence of the staff thoughout.

The hotel is one of a kind. A genuine castle on top of a hill with some of the most breathtaking views I have ever experienced.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2023

Gary

Stunning property

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Hotel disappointing - Restaurant exceptional

The room was large and the bed was very comfortable. The decor was very old and tired and the air conditioning did not work - no matter what the wall machine said. The worst part was that there was no shower in the bathroom. Only a bath with a hand held (no not attached on high).
The restaurant, on the other hand was exceptional

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

The stay was amazing. Very nice and clean accomodation.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2020

Isabelle

We’ll come back

A truly amazing place! The view is spectacular, and the service and the food are extraordinary. It‘s very well maintained (which is very hard work for such a place - an old castle). It‘s worth a stay!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2019

David

Thoroughly recommend Chateau de Mercues, we had a wonderful stay and the surrounding area is amazing.

Partner

4/10

Poor

21 Sep 2019

John

7 Nights overlooking the Lot

We had an evening meal from the Bistro menu (restaurant closed that day) and one from the main restaurant menu. Both times we felt the meals were disappointing. Portion sizes small esp for this part of France. The flavours were not up to Michelin star rating. My husbands steak was dry and overcooked and my lobster was miniscule and mushy, and that was after waiting an hour for the food to arrive. Better meals can be had in nearby villages at a fraction of the price, less touristy, and with true French flavour. We didn't bother with the breakfast at 29 euros each. Our room had a private balcony with a magnificent view, and the room was comfortable in the gentrified, decrepit chateau style.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Beautiful Château steeped in history - only negative was no air conditioning in main bedroom although we had a second bedroom which had an air conditioning unit which helped cool the suite. Food gorgeous and attentive service.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

A most incredible property - a medieval castle/fortress on top of the hill overlooking the area. Beautifully restored with charmingly appointed rooms. Front desk staff good, however, restaurant staff was hopeless. It is a one Michelin star restaurant and the food is at a high level but the waiting staff is not up to scratch. They served us lukewarm white wine and it took them another hour to bring out the bottle of red and almost 2 hours to begin serving food. Just as bad was the wine tour which was conducted by a Young man half in English and half in French yet the he spent 90% of the time talking to the french crowd while we were forced to wait up to half an hour at a time for a 5 min speach. Have up in the end.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2019

Verified traveler

Gorgeous Château. Great location. Marvelous staff and amenities. Loved it.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2019

Jeffrey

Château, winery and hotel in one

First a caution. Our GPS (and we were told most GPS devices) will not get you to the hotel. Once you get to the town of Mercuès, follow the hotel’s signs not your GPS. The hotel is a true chateau with a long and interesting history. The building and grounds are lovely as are the rooms. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. The restaurant is starred and the food is extremely good. Prices at the restaurant are somewhat high but generally in line with other comparable restaurants. The chateau is also a winery. If you like wine, it is worth a visit.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2018

Herve

Beautiful, just before the season's close. If you like castle, wines, and outstanding food this is your place. Bonus: you can visit the castle's winery.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2018

Konrad

We had a fascinating room in one of the turrets. We cooled down (it was over 30C) by the outdoor pool. We sampled wines from the Cave. We ate at the Michelin 1-star restaurant. We enjoyed the vintage Jaguars from the antique car club that also stayed at the hotel. The only suggestion to make is to install a shower curtain around the bath for those who prefer to shower rather than bathe.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2018

Antoine

A beautiful venue with an amazing view. Great restaurant and a very friendly staff for the wine tasting!!

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

A truly amazing place to stay

The chateau is stunning, great pool and ground. The staff are wonderful and helpful (the manager gave us a lift in to Cahors when the local taxis said they were too busy). The food in the restaurant was incredible - one of the best meals I have had. Overall, a phenomenal experience.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2018

Chris

Exceptional chateaux

This property raised our standards for all future vacations and can not say enough about it.
This experience was truly one that exceeded all expectations.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2018

Corin

Divine comfort

We chose this place for a special luxurious experience and were not disappointed. The staff could not have been more helpful and the hotel and location are stunning.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2018

Shlomo

A prince for the night

The place is a ‘chateau’- you really get to be a prince & princess for one night. We had a warm welcome by the staff, the room had an amazing view to the river and was very spoiling...

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2017

James

Mu's 80th!!

We really enjoyed our stay
Dinner at Le Duze Michelin Restaurant in the courtyard is magic
The room was 40m2+, bathroom & showerroom, 220cm bed fab
Staff were excellent Fabulous position and views

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2017

Dan c.

uniqe place

the place is very uniqe' its an old castel that has been renovated. the room is actually an old bedroom and a batroom in two separte floors. it is not convinent,the stairs are too narrow and quite not safe. my partener sent to the bathrom down the stairs and slipped over hurting her leg and knee.
i think the hotel is very special and uniqe but the wa the rooms are seperated from the bathrooms is unsafe.
my partner is lucky that she didnt hurt her leg more seriosly.
also the breakfast is poor and expensive,

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2017

Clifford

Wonderful place!

Room great, grounds beautiful, dinner fantastic

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2016

Verified traveler

Commanding position overlooking surrounding views

Wonderful experience, staying in such an opulent, ancient chateau.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2016

Verified traveler

Our stay coincide with the grape harvest. We watched from the safety of the gardens above the cellars as huge amounts of red grapes were processed. All very modern...no purple feet here!!!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2016

Verified traveler

Wonderful hotel. No air conditioning though....

It was unusually hot in the beginning of September. Temperature outside was about 100 degrees, our room was amazing, but had no air conditioning. It was impossible to get any sleep. Only three rooms at Chateau de Mercues have air conditioning. Personnel stated that they will have more air conditioned rooms next year.

Family

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2016

sue

Slept in a perfectly round room for the first time ever. Quality decor and lovely bed and bedlinen

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2016

Verified traveler

beautiful region, castle and hotel

all good except for 2 major things.

1/ The bathrooms do not have either a shower or a shower head holder above the bathtub. Hence it is impossible to take a shower without uncomfortably sitting in a bathtub and holding the showerhead above your head like in a \"one star\" hotel. This is totally unacceptable and extremely unpleasant

2/ The Wifi is terrible and maxes out at 1.5 MBS download so basically worthless for anything else than texting
The access code varies by bedroom and is complicated enough to protect you from the NSA while requiring constant repeat of the needlessly complicated login procedure . All in all a huge waste of time for foreigners needing seamless WIFI for personal or professional use at an age where 2 star hotels in remote places of the globe have decent WIFI access and speeds

8/10

Excellent

01 Oct 2015

Verified traveler

Fairytale Castle Awesome!

This castle is extraordinary. I stayed twice in a short span, classic room both times. First room was gorgeous, second room needed updating of carpet, etc. the food was definitely a 5, across the board and the wine offerings were great as well as reasonably priced. Grounds were gorgeous and it's in the center of a very interesting area to visit.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2015

Daryl

An indulgence

A lovely location and venue. Supper excellent

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2015

Dave

We used the hotel as a stop off point on our way to the South coast - what a treat !

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2015

Frenchie

Staying at the Chateau is a trip back in time.

If you ever want to experience what it wasine to be a Nobel person in the 16th century France, visit the Chateau Mercues.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2014

Derek

Excellent peaceful location for visiting Cahors.

Reception welcoming and helpful. Manager on the ball!
Some rooms are a bit lacking light and monastic but top rooms are historic but good with big bathrooms.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2014

Woglinda

Splendid stay

This castle/chateau was once a bishop's residence. It's a bit funky, charming, beautiful, and has the most exquisite views. We only wish we had stayed more than one night in this glorious place!

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2014

Verified traveler

Love it dream place

Incredible

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2014

MikeH

a perfect overnight stay

everything about this hotel was as close to perfect as I have experienced

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2014

David

Fantastic hotel, great location, incredible food

One of the best hotels we have stayed in in France. Perfect for a romantic break, with lovely rooms, fantastic views and delicious dinners set in a beautiful courtyard. Well placed for trips to local Cahors vineyards and for the town itself, which is charming.

Both waiting and front-of-house staff were attentive and engaging and the sommelier suggested great wines at reasonable prices.

Definitely deserving of its Relais & Chateau status and well worth a route deviation to enjoy.

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2014

awang127

Memorable Experience

It's a trip that me and my wife have planned for a long time after our 3 year was born. It was an immediate choice to stay in the castle as soon as we saw the property. The service is no doubt a five star plus quality from the entry, dining and the winery visit. The property is a bit old but of course, it's an castle since 13th century (I recalled) so what do you expect? The room is full atmosphere of a castle should be with quacking sounded wooden floor but everything else if pretty new....well, fairly new. However, the view is fantastic. It's definitely something worst of remembering. The service in the restaurant is superp however the quality of the food was so so not the greatest but okay. When visiting, you gotta visit their cellar. It's compact but the guide gaves you lots of details and knowledges of the entire process. During the tasting, you can tell if they really care you and the wine. Is that they will washed off your glass with wine (some third cru class we went in Bordeaux will just pour straight into your empty class when switching wines). For my personal preference, I highly recommand their white. There are three kinds, try them all and you'll appreciate it!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2013

Chris

Excellent food in salubrious surroundings

This was an anniversary celebration. We had a lovely time this place is amazing, steeped in history, fantastic views, the restaurant was excellent and to top it all off the staff were very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely return.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2013

Sally

Wonderful for couples

Fabulous setting and very luxurious.
Restaurant wasn't open as we were there on a Mobday evening but had a delicious dinner in the courtyard.
Swimming pool was huge, spotlessly clean and peaceful.
Superb breakfast and friendly super service. Will definitely go back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2012

stanila

WOW

Excellent, Excellent and from were to start. Once we arrived at the hotel we've been greeted by the luggage porter. The checking took about 10 min, but good 10 min: the hotel receptionist had made a tour and showed us around and our room. In the room a good touch of customer service from the hotel management and chef. The room was huge and the bed( i think 4 people could sleep in it) Very clean. Beautiful view and good swimming pool. The restaurant is A LA CARTE, never felt so good looked after in any hotels that i have stayed in.This was the best Hotel ever.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2011

Verified traveler

the real castle experience

Amazing hotel in the french Lot countryside. Excellent service, excellent food. Very much recommended.