- a romantic getaway,
- an unusual weekend with friends,
- or even a business trip that breaks with the usual norms.
An establishment perfectly in line with the Domaine's offerings
A unique experience at the heart of a multi-activity estate
Staying at the Domaine du Château des Pères offers a unique and unusual hotel experience within an establishment boasting avant-garde architecture, minimalist design, and a strong connection to nature. The Hôtel L’EssenCiel, with its bold silhouette inspired by a tree, features large skylights that invite contemplation, escape, and disconnection. Each nest-like room becomes an observation post overlooking the landscape, a cocoon suspended between sky and earth. Spending a night in this 4-star hotel is much more than sleeping: it's embracing the very essence of the Domaine. Your stay continues with a multitude of discoveries: Immerse yourself in a 31-hectare wooded park Explore a permanent exhibition of monumental sculptures Try your hand at art in one of our workshops Relax in our spa Savor culinary delights in one of our two restaurants A stay at L’EssenCiel It is an invitation to slow down, feel, create, and contemplate—a total experience where art, nature, and well-being converge.
Very close to Rennes An ideal situation
Located in Piré-Chancé, the Hôtel L’EssenCiel enjoys a prime location, just 25 minutes from Rennes and 30 minutes from the Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande train station and airport. You can reach Nantes in 1 hour and Paris or London in just 2 hours, making our hotel a destination that is both exotic and easily accessible.
Here, the experience begins upon arrival: an immersive stay in the heart of the countryside, surrounded by unspoiled nature, where the Domaine's avant-garde architecture invites relaxation, creativity, and escape.
Our 4-star hotel is the The perfect setting for:
Enjoy Premium 4-Star Services A Unique Hotel with 42 Rooms
Located within the Domaine du Château des Pères, L’EssenCiel Hotel will feature 42 rooms of 26 m², each offering high-end amenities and an immersive experience in an architectural concept unlike any other.
For lovers of unusual stays, 36 elevated rooms provide a breathtaking experience, with the highest perched at over 28 metres above the ground. From these suspended cocoons, guests will enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the exhilarating sensation of sleeping between sky and nature.
For easier access, six rooms are located at ground level and three fully adapted for guests with reduced mobility, ensuring comfort and inclusiveness for all travellers.
To enhance your stay, you will also enjoy direct access to the Sculpture Park and a complete spa area featuring swimming pool, balneotherapy, sauna and hammam — the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploration, contemplation or artistic practice.
Everything Designed for Your Comfort Our Amenities
At L’EssenCiel Hotel, every detail has been carefully considered to ensure a relaxing and comfortable stay. Guests can enjoy a full range of premium services: fully equipped double rooms, a delicious breakfast, a large swimming pool, and a relaxation area with a bar for shared moments and leisurely breaks.
Whether you're here for a romantic getaway, an unusual weekend escape or a business trip, everything is in place to offer you a serene, rejuvenating and unforgettable experience.
The quest for excellence A rewarding effort
2023, the opening year of the L’EssenCiel Hotel-Spa, marked an exceptional turning point in the Domaine's history. From its very first months, the establishment received several prestigious awards, attesting to the boldness of its architecture, the quality of its service, and its unique guest experience.
Among these awards:
- The Green Key eco-label, the leading international sustainable tourism label, proof of our commitment
- 3rd most beautiful hotel in the world in the Unusual category, awarded by the Hotel & Spa Lodge Awards
- Official Award of our 4 Stars
These distinctions fuel our ambition and encourage us to continue our quest for excellence, with a clear objective: to offer you unique, memorable, and authentic stays.
We have also joined the Cosy Places Luxe label, created by the Charme & Caractère alliance. This demanding label brings together independent hoteliers who share the same commitments: to offer unique, ethical, and high-quality experiences. This further recognition confirms the distinctiveness of our approach.
Travel with your pet Accueil V.I.P. – Very Important Pets
At the Hôtel-Spa L’EssenCiel, we know that your pets are part of the family. That's why we are pleased to offer them a very special welcome with our VIP – Very Important Pets – package.
Your companion can stay with you in one of our rooms and enjoy personalized attention designed for their comfort and well-being.
To ensure a pleasant experience for all our guests, pets are welcome, limited to one pet per room, at a rate of €40 per night, while they are accepted free of charge in our restaurants.
A dedicated welcome booklet will be provided upon your arrival, outlining the special care planned for your pet and a few simple rules to ensure a harmonious stay for everyone.