If you are planning to explore the sights around Paris, you do not necessarily have to stay in the centre of the city.
Just west of Paris, in the charming town of Meulan-en-Yvelines, Les Tourelles de Thun offers a very different way to experience France: stay in an elegant French maison d’hôte dating from the late 19th century, wake up in a peaceful countryside setting, enjoy breakfast in a unique historic dining room, and use the property as a comfortable base for discovering some of the region’s most popular destinations.
From here, you can easily combine a visit to Paris with day trips to Versailles, Giverny and Saint-Germain-en-Laye.
A French maison d’hôte near Paris
Les Tourelles de Thun is not a conventional city hotel. The property offers the atmosphere of a traditional French maison d’hôte, with the charm and character of a late-19th-century house.
Instead of waking up surrounded by traffic and city buildings, you can start your morning in a peaceful house surrounded by greenery, while still being within easy reach of Paris and many of the region’s major attractions.
It is an appealing option for travellers who want to discover Paris and its surroundings while experiencing a quieter, more authentic side of France.
Visit the Palace of Versailles
One of the easiest day trips from Les Tourelles de Thun is Versailles, home to the magnificent Palace of Versailles and its famous gardens.
Spend the day exploring the palace, the Hall of Mirrors, the royal apartments and the extensive gardens before returning to the peaceful surroundings of Meulan-en-Yvelines for the evening.
Staying outside Versailles can also be an attractive alternative for visitors who prefer a more relaxed environment at the end of a busy day of sightseeing.
Discover Giverny and Monet's garden
For art and garden lovers, Giverny is another particularly appealing excursion.
Les Tourelles de Thun is approximately 45 minutes by car from Giverny, making it a convenient base for visiting Claude Monet's former home and the famous gardens that inspired some of his most celebrated paintings.
After a day discovering the gardens and the village, you can return to Meulan-en-Yvelines rather than staying in a busy tourist destination.
Explore Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Another worthwhile destination nearby is Saint-Germain-en-Laye, a historic royal town surrounded by the Forest of Saint-Germain.
The town is known for its château, historic centre, terraces overlooking the Seine valley and elegant streets lined with shops and restaurants.
It makes a lovely half-day or full-day excursion and offers visitors another opportunity to discover the history and character of the Île-de-France region beyond central Paris.
Start your day with breakfast in a special setting
One of the pleasures of staying at Les Tourelles de Thun is simply enjoying the house itself.
Breakfast is served in the property's special dining area, a setting with a distinctive historic atmosphere that makes breakfast feel like part of the experience rather than simply a meal before heading out for the day.
Wake up in a late-19th-century French house, have breakfast at your own pace and then set off to explore the region.
Convenient secure parking — including EV charging
Travelling by car makes exploring this part of France particularly easy.
Guests at Les Tourelles de Thun can leave their vehicle in the property's secure parking, giving you a convenient and reassuring base while you explore Versailles, Giverny, Saint-Germain-en-Laye and the surrounding countryside.
For guests travelling with an electric vehicle, EV charging is also available, making the property particularly convenient for road trips around France.
A different way to visit Paris
Les Tourelles de Thun is an ideal choice for travellers who don't want their entire French holiday to revolve around a city hotel.
Instead, you can combine the excitement of Paris with the atmosphere of a traditional French house.
Spend your days discovering palaces, gardens, museums and historic towns. Then return to Meulan-en-Yvelines, park your car securely, enjoy the quieter surroundings and wake up the following morning in a characterful French maison d'hôte.
For travellers looking for a peaceful and memorable place to stay while exploring Paris and the destinations west of the city, Les Tourelles de Thun offers the best of both worlds: the convenience of a base near Paris and the charm of staying in a historic French home.
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