Bed and breakfasts en Ars-en-Ré

Alison Francia

After spending six nights at Les Clés d’Ars in May '22, we both thought this was one of the loveliest places we've ever stayed, anywhere. Christine and Arnaud have created a calm, tasteful oasis in Ars en Ré; genuinely, a tiny piece of paradise on Île de Ré. They are both experts in hospitality and it really shows. They made us feel so welcome in a warm, kind but discreet way. We really did feel as if we were staying with close family friends. The common areas of this exceptional location have been carefully designed in a really tasteful, timeless way. So you feel as if you are staying in an exclusive hotel, even though it's a three-room guest house. The centrepiece is a cool, private courtyard, surrounded by climbing plants, and birdsong that leaves you feeling as if you're enjoying breakfast in a forest glade. And Christine's sublime breakfasts' legendary status is richly deserved (warning: they're also extremely generous. The fresh juice, fresh fruit, granola, yoghurt, great coffee and basket of bread and pastries left us full all morning). Our room was excellent, finished to a very high spec with a fantastic overhead shower. We also both slept really soundly, despite being at the front of the building – mainly thanks to the very excellent, firm mattress. There was some street noise one night while we were there (to be expected near the port). But, overall, we found the area was almost silent from 22:00 onwards, even in May. Christine and Arnaud have earned their high rankings on Booking.com and Tripadvisor for good reason and we would recommend them to anyone who's planning to visit this fascinating island.

Simirea Rumanía

The place was cosy and clean, the room was spacious and had everything you need. I totally loved the big window facing the terrace and the dressing table.

Cherruault Reino Unido

The location was perfect, easy to walk into the little village for the markets. The breakfast in the morning was great and the girl working there was amazing. Super helpful, friendly and just made our stay really nice. Would definitely go back.

Karen Reino Unido

It was very clean and very well appointed. The pool and garden were lovely and the beach was a short walk. You could also walk to the village easily where there were many restaurants. The owners were fantastic. They helped with recommending places to visit, provided electric bikes for us to rent and even cooked us a lunch. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was amazing with fresh bread and croissants, jams, coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice. Thank you Florence and Remy (and Fluffy)! We would highly recommend this accommodation.

Conal Irlanda

Very friendly host, fantastic location next to a lovely beach great for swimming

Heather Canadá

Superb hosts who made every effort to make us comfortable. Lovely room/ bathroom. comfortable and private pool and garden area for quiet time.

Peter Reino Unido

lovely hosts and comfortable accommodations. get food from morning market and enjoy in the garden!