I agree with everything in the reviews preceding mine with the one exception that the refurbishment noticed by a previous visitor is evidently finished as there was no sign of it when we stayed. The previous reviews sum this hotel up pretty well and it's difficult to know what to add. But there are a few things I can emphasise,... more

This is a great family-run hotel (actually the village Chateau). The location is perfect, Just up a winding river valley from one of the most beautiful Cathares Chateau. About an hour's drive from Carcassonne. The rooms were spacious and clean and extremely quiet, which was nice after a noisier night spent near Carcassonne. And the diner at the restaurant was... more

Hostellerie du Grand Duc is a serene and comfortable stopover if you are visiting the Cathar castles along D117 in the Languedoc Roussillon region of France. The property is located in an area of exceptionally dramatic scenery, and you get great views of Chateau Puilaurens as you drive the winding 7 miles from D117 to Hostellerie du Grand Duc. The... more

Stayed Oct 04 76 euro for a double, large room, very comfortable. Restaurant excellent. Nothing else in the small town. Grand Duc means Large Owl and they have funky owls all over the place. more

Hostellerie nichée dans un village de 45 habitants, avec des chambres confortables et spacieuses, à la déco élégante. Le calme... more