Our history

A rich and unusual history... of a 4-star hotel in Brittany

With a history spanning more than 300 years, the Domaine de Locguénolé has lived many lives. From its post-revolutionary birth to the creation of a hotel renowned throughout Brittany, Locguénolé has always been a house of women and hearts.

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Early 1700s

The first stones

The manor house was built alongside a fortified 16th-century castle several kilometres away, which was destroyed during the French Revolution.

Stone manor house, classic architecture - 4 star hotel Bretagne
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Early 1800s

Locunolay before Locguénolé

Construction of Château de Locunolay (the original name of the locality) by Count César de la Tour Maubourg (1756-1832). The château remained the main residence of the De Perrien family and their descendants, the De la Sablière family, who created the hotel in 1966.

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1970

A Relais & Châteaux establishment

The château became a member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux association (the first in Brittany) and never left.

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1974

Michelin star

La Table du Château was awarded its first Michelin star, followed by a second in 1979, which it retained until 1996. Alyette de la Sablière, who owned the property at the time, gave this emblematic Morbihan restaurant its letters of nobility.

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2020

Beautiful Life Hotels

The château was bought by the young Breton hotel group Beautiful Life Hotels, which now has around ten properties, mainly in the Grand Ouest region between Saint-Malo and La Rochelle, as well as Dinard, Brest, Carnac and La Baule...

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Accommodation

Experience the maritime epic of the Indian Route. A timeless journey in comfort.

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Seminars &
Events

Whether you're a professional or a private client, make your guests experience excellence. A wedding in the enchanting setting of the Domaine or a seminar to reflect on.