The Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay blends rural serenity with family comfort. Kids love the playground, adults enjoy the terrace and garden. Sip coffee at the café while admiring the historic surroundings, consistently praised for their welcoming atmosphere.
Located in Island, Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. Musée de l'Avallonnais and Zervoz Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Maria Cluny and Domaine La Croix Montjoie. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Island travel guide
7 rue du Chateau, Island, Yonne, 89200
What's nearby
Morvan Regional Natural Park
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Vezelay Abbey
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Morvan
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Lac des Settons
46 min drive - 57.2 km
Church of Saint Lazare
6 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Avallon Station
11 min drive
Restaurants
Bar de l'Hôtel de Ville
8 min drive
El Cactús
7 min drive
Dame Jeanne
8 min drive
Le Vingt Heures Vins
8 min drive
Le Grand Café De L'europe
8 min drive
About this property
Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay
Historic family-friendly hotel in a rural location
A free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
Free self-parking and extended parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and laundry services
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks such as safes and high-speed Internet.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Childcare services and cots/infant beds
Select Comfort beds, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and day beds
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
70-cm TVs with satellite channels
Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Free offsite parking
Free extended parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Piano
Playground
Family friendly
Cot (surcharge)
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities
Living room
Playground
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Separate bedroom
Separate in-room dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
2,152 square feet of conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
In a regional park
On the riverwalk
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 15 November and 15 March.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15, per pet, per day, plus a deposit of EUR 15.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 12.0 per night
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 2.75 per cent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet deposit: EUR 15.00 per stay
Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 12.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Château Avallon Vézelay
Château Avallon Vézelay House
Château Avallon Vézelay House d'Island
Château d'Island
Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay
Château d'Island Vézelay
Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay Hotel
Château Avallon Vézelay Hotel
Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay Hotel
Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay Island
Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay Hotel Island
Frequently asked questions
Is Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of EUR 15.00 per stay and a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay?
Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM.
What time is check-out at Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay located?
This family-friendly Island hotel is located on the riverwalk, steps away from Vezelay Abbey, Morvan and Morvan Regional Natural Park. La Maison du Visiteur and Parc des Chaumes are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Château d'Island Avallon Vézelay Reviews
6.6
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
7.0
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 34 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 34 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 34 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 34 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 34 reviews
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
Karen
23 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked the style of the hotel and the quietness it has. But the price is far too high compared to other hotels in that
price range. A next time I won't stay in the hotel if I have to pay the same amount.
Le personnel est très accueillant et agréable. Ce château rural est dans un cadre magnifique, verdoyant, fleuri et ombragé. Notre chambre était simple mais décorée avec goût.
La salle de restaurant est agrémentée d’une immense cheminée pour y passer un dîner chaleureux.
Le petit déjeuner est simple mais suffisant.
Francois
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
2 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice castle, for a high price
Beautiful small castle, but far too expensive (bad ratio quality price)
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
22 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The Château is situated outside of Vézelay and it will take a 15 minute drive to get to the town. It is almost eerily quiet. The service is very standard but friendly. Although they advertise grand rooms, the standard rooms are rather basic and the decoration more 80s than 18th Century. We had a good night sleep.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
6/10 Okay
Sandra
17 Jun 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Schöner Park. Haus in die Jahre gekommen; zu teuer
Das Hotel ist wunderschön gelegen mit einem traumhaften Park. Leider war unser Zimmer sehr in die Jahre gekommen und das Bett resp Matratze war eine Katastrophe. Der Zimmerpreis ist eindeutig zu teuer für was man kriegt!
Das Abendessen war ausgezeichnet aber relativ teuer und die Bedienung nur mittelmäßig. WLAN nur bei der Rezeption und nicht in den Zimmer oder dem Restaurant.
Sandra
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
5 Aug 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hübscher Aufenthalt in einem gut geführten mittelalterlichen Schloss. Aus den baulichen Gegebebheiteb wurde das Maxim herausgeholt. Sehr nostalgisch. Nettes Personal
Bonjour notre séjour dans ce château a été formidable.nous avons été très bien accueillis. L’endroit est exceptionnel.? Nous avons dormi dans le donjon du château expérience fabuleuse et inattendue. Nous conseillons fortement ce bel endroit.
BEATRICE
4/10 Poor
Axel, Bruxelles
5 Aug 2016
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Comment rater une belle opportunité
L'endroit est sublime, vraiment. Et après tout est décevant. L'accueil pour commencer: nous n'avons vu le premier jour qu'un brave réceptionniste-serveur tout en un mais qui n'était pas à la hauteur. Le lendemain au petit déjeuner nous n'avons vu personn, il y avait juste une table dressée avec tout dessus.
La chambre n'etait pas mieux: propre mais malodorante. En plus le château était vide et nous avons été relégués dans une dépendance ...
Axel
4/10 Poor
meb
9 Aug 2015
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overpriced and short sighted
The hotel is in a beautiful setting.
There were very few guests and it would have been nice to get a bit better room.
I mentioned my Expedia Gold status without any response. Breakfast was very disappointing, should have been included in the room price, but certainly not worth €16 per person - it was expensive, they ran out of eggs. For the total price of the stay for the two of us, there are much better options in the area. We won't return. It's a shame as the place had great potential.
Ruhiger Platz und angenehmes Zimmer . sehr geschäftstüchtige Gastgeberin, die bei unvorhergesehener Mitnahme des Enkelkindes , 4 Jahre, sofort ein neues Zimmer anbot ( plus40 Euro) mit Zusatzbett(plus 25 Euro) und das Frühstück für das Kind auch noch berechnete, sodass der Aufenthalt von 2 Nächten den ursprünglichen Preis um rund 140 Euro überstieg und teurer war als im Hotel der gehobenen Kategorie.
Accueil et séjour agréable. Ce château n'est pas luxueux mais plein de charme.
Serge
6/10 Okay
kc
17 Nov 2014
Liked: Staff & service
authentic country stay
Picked this location as easy to get to on arrival to France [vs having to navigate a village]. The hotel is incredibly peaceful ... joked about having our own chateau! That said, it's not for everyone. Don't expect too much, just accept what is and you'll enjoy it.
We were literally the only ones in the Chateau. The grounds are nice. Not perfect, in a bit of decay, but in a charming way. There is a nice small little garden next to the hotel, but the main grounds are not landscaped very well. We stayed here because it was a good spot between Lyon and Paris. Breakfast was great. The salon is very pretty. Our room was underwhelming, but it looked like there were some nice rooms.
My wife and I stayed here for one night as our half way point across France. We had a wonderful stay. It was like stepping back to the Baroque. NOTE: Learning some French will benefit you greatly as one of the owner (the husband) is the only English speaking representative at the estate.
Das Hotel ist ein seit fünf Jahren renoviertes Schloss in hervorragender Lage zwischen Avallon und Vezelay. Die Zimmer und Aufenthaltsräume (Kaminzimmer für das Frühstück, großer Salon) sind sehr geschmackvoll und liebevoll eingerichtet worden. Der Service ist ausgezeichnet. Das Preis- Leistungsverhältnis stimmt. Das Frühstück war nicht zu übertreffen.
Verified traveller
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
11 Oct 2012
Liked: Staff & service
bonne
Verified traveller
6/10 Okay
FRANCOIS
29 Sept 2012
Liked: Cleanliness
Bonne impression, mais tarif un peu élevé pour la chambre.Petits déjeuners bien copieux.
NO conditioning, bad smell makes this hotel disatractive for staying. No lift, no near shops and no any attraction on place. The beautiful nature surrounding, gentle service, very testy breakfast, good parking.
Serj
6/10 Okay
Roeland
18 Aug 2012
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bed and Breakfast in oud kasteel
Hotel is groot en wordt door ouder stel, hele arrdige mensen, al 30 jaar beheerd. Eigenlijk is er te weinig geld voor onderhoud, dus het kasteel is langzaam aan het vervallen. Kamers en gangen hebben vele geuren. Kamer was groot met bad. Muren hangen met handvaardigheden . Kasteel is niet chique. Wel grappig om te zien hoeveel werk onderhoud het vraagt.
Das Zimmer war sauber, der Empfang herzlich. Besonders beeindruckend ist die Lage. Hier findet man Ruhe und ist doch sehr schnell in Vézelay und Avallon (für kulturell Interessierte). Für Naturliebhaber: das Chateau liegt am nördlichen Rand des Morvan.
Für Individualisten, die die Ambiente von liebevoller Restaurierung, unkommerzielle Atmosphäre, absolute Ruhe, Ideenreichtum der Besitzer bei der indivuellen Gestaltung der Zimmer schätzen. Volltreffer für das Unkonventiolle unter dem Begriff "Hotel". Man fühlt sich voll aufgenommen im Privaten des Schlosses.
Elisabet
8/10 Good
Sue, Washington, DC
6 Apr 2012
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is located in a very beautiful country area of France. The staff has limited English but were consistently polite. We had a problem with our credit card but the manager was more than helpful with working out the problem.