"We booked this hotel very, very last minute as we had started to grow tired on the road. It was no problem at all and we were able to go straight to our room. The room was modern and comfortable and we slept really well . The doors do take a good push to close and are noisy when closing - but once the hotel had settled for the night it was a lovely calm environment. The village is very quaint and a self guided walking tour is suggested in the room which we would recommend that you do. The breakfast was phenomenal - even the yoghurt is home made. Downsides - if you book last minute you may not be able to eat at the restaurant and even if you book in advance you should reserve. There is no other places to eat a meal in the village. So having to drive out to another restaurant was a bit annoying after a long drive during the day. It would be good if maybe an option was available for weary travellers even if the full restaurant experience was not possible. Maybe a salad for you to eat in your room or at the outside tables? Equally - although the breakfast was excellent it is only served from 8:00 to 9:30 on a Sunday morning (probably to enable to team to prepare for a busy lunch service in the restaurant). It is a shame - especially since check out is 11am. Would still revisit if ever passing though. A lovely, none pretentious stop away a short drive from the A75."
" Very peaceful hotel in amazing location comfortable room with spotless bedding, huge shower. Lovely terrace and plenty of free parking. Evening meal and breakfast excellent value and all home cooked."
"We had a one night stay and we would stay in this hotel again! What a great find! Cute room and perfect for a family. Kids enjoyed the pool. The facilities in the room were great: shower over bath, separate toilet, mini fridge, shutters. Lovely and clean. Lovely view. We didn’t have breakfast as we had had a big meal the previous night in a lovely local restaurant."
Hôtel-Restaurant La Crèche et sa piscine intérieure - Logis Hôtels
8/10 Good
"Excellent traditional french logis hotel & restaurant run by the second & third generation of the family who created it from the family farm and full of old farm tools and implements. Very comfortable bed though traditional bolster with huge pillow and bed covers could be replaced. Very good traditional French country restaurant with local specialities and delicious local red wine plus good indoor swimming pool and views of the lovely countryside with sheep in the fields from the window.
A really good place to stop in the way down south with masses of parking just off the road.
Thoroughly recommended."
What's it like to stay at an apartment in Saint-Ilpize?
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Are you thinking about apartments over traditional hotel rooms?
An apartment comes equipped with a kitchen, so you can cook some of your meals, and is often more spacious than a traditional hotel room. Apartments are a good option for couples looking to stay away from the tourist areas, but also for families wanting the conveniences of home.
What can I expect from the weather when I travel to Saint-Ilpize?
Weather is only one factor, but it can really affect your travel plans, especially when you're planning an extended stay in Saint-Ilpize. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Saint-Ilpize is 851 mm.
What should I see in Saint-Ilpize?
Allier and Sources and Gorges of Allier Trail are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Sources and Gorges of Allier Trail and GAEC du Mont-Journal are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.
What's the best way to get to and around Saint-Ilpize?
Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes), which is located 20 mi (32.2 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.