Le Bout du Parc: the café-hotel on the edge of the Château de Versailles

Looking for a more affordable way to live the "château life" in Versailles? Head for Le Bout du Parc, a café-hotel that opened its doors on the edge of the Château de Versailles at the end of April 2024. Admittedly, it's not exactly "château life" in the strict sense of the word (and that's no reason to go overboard...), but the setting will give you the impression of being there, at any rate.

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The establishment is also nestled in the heart of theGally eco-district, an innovative 20-hectare project located between the famous Château de Versailles estate and Saint-Cyr-l'École. Right on the edge of the Château's park, accessible from theÉtoile Royale gate, Le Bout du Parc promises an experience where simplicity and conviviality blend perfectly with the surrounding natural environment.

The design of this café-hotel was a real architectural and environmental challenge. The project, led by the Huttopia group and marking their fourth address under the Hoscar brand, was carefully crafted to respect the 9-meter height limit, in harmony with the historic setting of the Parc de Versailles while incorporating modern and ecological elements. Architects William Wilmotte and Bénédicte Lorenzetto, with the support of landscape architect Michel Desvigne, created a main building in grey-tinted natural wood, topped by a zinc roof, elegantly incorporating the spirit of the French gardens designed by Le Nôtre. Around thehotel, thirty wooden chalets blend into the landscape, offering an ideal setting for a stay in the heart of nature.

On the café-restaurant side, the menu offers something for everyone. Starters range from 9 to 16.50 euros (velouté du moment, egg mayonnaise, smoked salmon platter, raviole à la crème, etc.), main courses from 16 to 22 euros (croque-monsieur, raviole, piece of meat, sausages, etc.), pizzas from 12.50 to 18 euros and desserts from 6 to 12 euros (fruit salad, chocolate fondant, crème brûlée, etc.). Enough to fill your stomach, whether you're staying in a hotel or not!

Le Bout du Parc stands out not only for its architecture, but also for its functionality and varied range of services. The interior, designed by Valérie Taesch, emphasizes simplicity and durability without compromising comfort. The communal areas, decorated in wood and warm hues, invite relaxation and conviviality, with large bay windows opening onto the lush gardens. The café serves simple, home-style cuisine using local produce, while the hotel offers a range of accommodation options, from standard double rooms to private chalets and dormitories, to suit all preferences and budgets.

With this new project, Versailles is reinforcing its image as a "natural city" destination, attentive to the preservation of its history while looking to the future with innovative ecological initiatives. The café-hotel Le Bout du Parc is more than just a place to stay; it's a place to live, an ideal base for locals and visitors alike to discover the treasures of Versailles. Shall we book a stay in Versailles, folks?

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