Aerial view of Château du Palanquey and its vineyards

Saint-Émilion · France

A discreet retreat
for discerning epicureans

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A place for those who take their time

A 360° panorama
over the vineyards.

Ten minutes from the village of Saint-Émilion, in the heart of the vineyards, Château du Palanquey & Spa offers an exceptional setting in a haven of tranquillity and authenticity.
1,200 m² are dedicated to your wellbeing.

Awarded a MICHELIN Key in 2024–2025 and in 2026

6rooms
& suites
13,000sq ft for
wellbeing
2heated
pools
360°vineyard
views

Two treatment rooms Sauna Jacuzzi Fitness room Indoor and outdoor pools

Le Palanquey

Luxury, calm & authenticity

Surrounded by eleven hectares of vines, the house combines character-filled lounges, a park with century-old trees and far-reaching views. An ideal setting for a stay as a couple or with friends in an adults-only property.

The story of the house

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Spa Institut Esthederm

Revitalise yourself.

An indoor pool heated to 30°C all year, a heated seasonal outdoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness, face treatments and massages from around the world. Spa access is included with every overnight booking.

Institut Esthederm Paris

The art of living

Palanquey — what else?

The table d’hôtes

From garden to plate

By reservation, we serve traditional dishes emblematic of our region for dinner. They are prepared with fresh produce from our kitchen garden and, wherever possible, neighbouring organic producers. Ice creams, smoothies and pastries are also homemade.

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“By transforming Château du Palanquey into a guest house with a boutique-hotel spirit, we wanted a more balanced family life in harmony with our values. We are delighted to share this Slow-Life way of living with you.”

Mélanie & Laurent Zontone · Your hosts

To enjoy & to give

Gift boxes & themed stays

Exclusive use of Palanquey

Bring together those who matter

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Destination Saint-Émilion

A different pace,
40 minutes from Bordeaux.

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Frequently asked questions

Your stay, a few questions answered

Essential information for planning your stay at Château du Palanquey, near Saint-Émilion.

Where is Château du Palanquey?

Château du Palanquey is in Sainte-Colombe, surrounded by vineyards, ten minutes from the village of Saint-Émilion. Visit our Contact page for the address and directions.

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Is Spa access included with an overnight stay?

Yes, Spa access is included with every overnight stay. Facilities include the pools, sauna, jacuzzi and fitness room. For massages and Institut Esthederm treatments, please consult the treatment menu and prices.

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Are the pools heated?

The indoor pool is heated to 30°C throughout the year. The outdoor pool is heated seasonally and overlooks the vineyards.

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Do the rooms have a private jacuzzi?

Yes, two of our suites, Vendange and Vignoble, each have a private jacuzzi on their own private terrace overlooking the vines.

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Is Château du Palanquey adults-only?

Yes, Château du Palanquey is an adults-only property, designed for a peaceful stay among the vineyards.

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Can we have dinner at the Château?

Yes, our table d’hôtes serves dinner by reservation. The cuisine features produce from our kitchen garden and, wherever possible, local organic producers.

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Can I give a Palanquey gift voucher?

Yes, explore our gift packages to offer an experience at Château du Palanquey. Each offer sets out the included services, conditions and availability.

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Can we organise a seminar or hire the Château privately?

Palanquey hosts residential and day seminars, team-building activities and private events. Contact us to discuss a plan tailored to your event.

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Your Palanquey escape

The vineyards await.

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According to the MICHELIN Guide

One MICHELIN Key
“A very special stay”

The MICHELIN Key is to hotels what the MICHELIN Star is to restaurants.

The Keys recognise the most remarkable hotel experiences in the Guide’s selection. Inspectors assess hotels against five criteria, summarised here:

One Key highlights a hotel’s character and the quality of its hospitality within its category. Keys are awarded to hotels; Stars are awarded to restaurants.

Summary of the MICHELIN Guide’s criteria.