"One of the coolest hotels in the Loire Valley, the Marine de la Loire provides a chic boutique alternative to château grandeur. The 11 romantic rooms, conceived by the interior decorator owner are inspired by Loire Valley themes – while the pool area oozes rustic chic, with heavy stone urns and a pool framed by ancient stone walls. There’s no restaurant, but room service is available all day; for a truly romantic stay, book the ‘Cabane’, a private cabin suite set in the woods. " - Anna Brooke