Plan to stay in Sarlat as a base for exploring the historic sites. Trying to decide on staying in town, or one smaller BandB type places outside town. Concerned about traffic noise at places like Logis Hotel La Couleuvrine and Hotel Plaza Madeleine. Appreciate any
advice on the two hotels or any suggestions about any other lodging.
Sincerely, John
Posted by
Santa Cruz
186 posts
Two years ago we enjoyed staying at a lovely b&b right in town: Les Cordeliers. It was a perfect location for enjoying Market Days, walking to dinner in the evenings, as well as walking to any of the sights within the city. Traffic noise was not an issue and it was easy to drive out in the mornings. Chris and Amanda were most helpful hosts. Enjoy!
Posted by
San Diego
552 posts
Oh yeah, that place is nice Carol! If it's the one I'm thinking of,... perched above the square with a cozy patio restaurant behind a big gate?
There are lots of cute places in the area and I don't see how traffic noise could be a problem just about anywhere. It's pretty quiet at night around the town.
We stayed at La Villa des Consuls because they advertised free use of laundry room. And, of course, they had kitchenettes for preparing our 1er grade goose foie gras! They had several units dotted around the main street, but most all were up on the pedestrian lanes well away from any cars.
Posted by
Tucson
4183 posts
Les Cordeliers is at www.hotelsarlat.com. Your description is not of the place we stayed. We entered straight off the side street and our room was on the top floor overlooking the square.
Posted by
California
777 posts
Another vote for Les Cordeliers! We loved our spacious room with a big comfortable bed, nearby car park, wonderful hosts and great location.
Posted by
Santa Cruz
186 posts
Right, Les Cordeliers is on the corner overlooking the square. But no, Bill, there was not an attached patio restaurant.
Posted by
Peterborough, ON, Canada
1634 posts
I agree - Les Cordeliers is the place to stay in Sarlat.
Posted by
New York City, NY
301 posts
If you haven't yet booked, I vote for La Lanterne (in Rick's book). Family run, 16th century building, beautiful rooms, reasonable prices, lovely included breakfast, gorgeous inner courtyard area with roses and purple wisteria where you can sit and have a glass of wine (deposit 1 euro in the "honor box" - you can bring your own picnic food from the market and they supply plates, etc). And they are unbelievably accommodating. Richard was like our mother -packed us a lunch for the train when we left!
Posted by
OP
Long Beach, CA, United States
8 posts
Thanks for all the suggestions. We decided on La Lanterne.
Sincerely, John