Le Relais de Vellinus

This hotel lies in the central square of Beaulieu sur Dordogne, a charming medieval village situated near to all the region's major tourist attractions, such as the beautiful villages of Rocamadour, Collonges la Rouge, Turenne and Autoire, and the Gouffre de Padirac caves. Around Beaulieu itself, sites of interest include a medieval town featuring religious architecture and buildings such as the 9th Century abbey, the 12th century Chapelle des Pénitents, which houses temporary exhibitions, medieval fortifications and plenty of 14th century houses. The hotel offers guests the charm of days gone by combined with modern comfort, a warm welcome and a convivial atmosphere. Renovated in 2006, the hotel boasts a gourmet restaurant, a bar and 20 charming rooms. There is also enclosed parking for motorbikes (for a fee). The soundproofed rooms are decorated according to various themes and feature modern comforts with en suite shower in each room, Canal Plus satellite/cable channels on a flat screen TV, wireless Internet access and direct dial telephone. Walkers will enjoy the variety of hikes possible around Beaulieu, which is in a region boasting an abundance of natural beauty, including the beach and edges of the Dordogne region, the Caves of Presque and Lacave, the Pit of La Farge and Padirac and the waterfalls of Murel and Gimel. Guests can also discover the many castles in the surrounding area, such as Chateau d'Estresses at Astaillac, Chateau Castelnau and Chateau Montal. There is a family atmosphere at the gourmet restaurant, well known for serving hearty meals. The chef offers a fresh perspective on fine local cuisine and the dishes will give guests an unforgettable gastronomic experience. The restaurant and hotel are non-smoking (smoking is permitted on the terrace).