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Amboise: The perfect B&B: Iris de Marais

April 2023

We are preparing to leave a wonderful stay at the Iris de Marais; highly recommended in the Rick Steves/Steve Smith community. A true French Amboise treasure in a most perfect setting; in the middle of old Amboise / Centre.

Built in the 1600s - 1800s and remodeled thru the years, this B and B is rich in character, charm, art, and hospitality. We loved our stay.

Rooms are designed with a suite in each, large to and quiet. A very private sleep though right off the main area. The quality of the experience is classic old school B and B with a wonderful breakfast and excellent conversation if wanted.

Please consider Iris de Marais if you are inclined to have a true French experience and filled with art, creativity, and life. Viva la France.

PS Amboise is a perfect location for a wonderful French village adventure: Castles, wine, dining, and nature. Tre Bon.

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We stayed at Iris de Marais about five years ago. We had a wonderful experience as well. I was amazed that parts of it were built in the 1600s. Breakfast was lovely and we enjoyed talking with the hostess.

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It's a wonderful stay ... Glad to know it's still a great special after all these years..

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It's funny -- when I checked it on its website after this post, I realized I recognized the building as I had marveled at it last time I was in Amboise and taken lots of photos ! It is quite near a hotel I have stayed at many times in Amboise, Le Blason.

I had no idea this historic building was a BnB!