Le Moulin du Roc

It was undoubtedly the best, most refined hotel we stayed at during our 4-5 day tour of the Dordogne with our group of friends.||Yes, God has blessed us with beautiful nature, but the hoteliers have transformed that natural beauty into more of a home than a hotel. Every luxury you could possibly need is where it supposed to be, in the most elegant way. The staff is exceptionally well-trained, making you feel more like a guest visiting friends than a customer. It's clear they enjoy working at the Moulin de Roc.||As for dinner, I'll echo what everyone else has written. It deserves all the praise.||In my youth, thanks to my family and later my work, I had the opportunity to see many parts of the world. Le Moulin de Roc will be among the 3-5 hotels I'll not forget. I hope to able to return in the future.

Our stay at this heavenly hotel was one the most impressive hotel stays of our life despite the fact that we had opted for a small room. Had we chosen a larger room, it would definitely be the best stay. ||The setting is the most romantic one: an old building intertwined with nature, the soothing sound of the river accompanying you all the time, floral details making life aesthetically more pleasing. But what makes everything so perfect is the staff: I have never experienced such a candid and sincere customer care in a hotel before. You don't feel like a customer but rather like a very dear and esteemed guest of honor which is much more valuable. I was at the hotel on my birthday and my husband had asked for a flower bouquet. The lady tending the breakfast room in the mornings did prepare the bouquet herself from the hotel's gardens and it was by far the most beautiful floral arrangement I have seen. ||I truly fell in love with this hotel and recommend it wholeheartedly to those traveling to this area. At the breakfast, don't forget to try local apple juice and hotel's special fried egg. And some practical details: there is a free parking lot at the hotel grounds and on the nights the restaurant is closed (which you should definitely try), you can ask for the picnic kind of basket with cheese and hams, that's what we did and we loved it.

This hotel is in a beautiful setting with lovely gardens. But there is no elevator and the rooms are up a narrow step staircase. They are dated and have low doorways and there is no daily room service to clean rooms - you must request it. The wifi and TV don’t work well and often cut out. The air conditioning doesn’t work well and the rooms get humid and hot. I don’t recommend staying here. But dinner was delicious in the restaurant - great service, delicious Michelin star food with a lovely view of the gardens and river. I highly recommend it for dinner.

The Most Magical Stay of Our Lives – Moulin du Roc is Pure Perfection Moulin du Roc is, without question, the best hotel experience Jamie and I have ever had – and that’s saying a lot. Everything about this place is magic. The service? Impeccable. From the moment we arrived, we were treated with such care and attention, especially by the lovely and charming Elian at reception. He made us feel so welcome and genuinely cared about every detail of our stay. The food was absolutely delicious — every bite memorable. The setting? Straight out of a fairytale. The grounds are lush and peaceful, with the sound of the river in the background and hidden terraces that make you feel like you’ve stepped into a dream. Our room was spacious, beautifully appointed, and had its own terrace — a perfect blend of rustic charm and quiet luxury. The hotel itself is quaint in the best way, with elegance in every corner. We had aperitifs on one terrace, dinner on another, and ended the night with coffee in the grand salon. Each moment felt curated and special. And the most unforgettable part? It was the perfect place to propose to my fiancé. We will absolutely be back. Moulin du Roc isn’t just a hotel — it’s an experience, and one we’ll carry with us forever.

This was the best hotel experience my partner and I have ever had. Every little detail was thought of, and made us feel like we were part of the family. From pre dinner drinks all the way to the post dinner coffee. The grounds are beautiful, and the rooms delightful. Best night of sleep on our vacation so far. This is a must stay! Shoutout to the service as well. Every staff member, especially Elian, was absolutely impeccable. THANK YOU, we’ll definitely be back!

I'd like to be able to give the Moulin du Roc a 5* review to match its stated 5* ranking as a hotel but sadly I cannot - it's more like 4.5*. ||One reason is because its restaurant closes on a Tuesday and it operates with a skeleton staff who, if there are many resident hotel guests, are stressed and the service standards drop somewhat. Doubtless that is to keep costs down - which I totally understand - but the hotel is quite remote and there are no other dining options within walking distance. The hotel will provide a sort-of picnic from the excellent Bocaux de Liens in Brantôme for a Tues dinner if you don't want to go out.||Another reason, and I concede this is more a matter of a personal taste, the bedroom décor is just weird and somewhat creepy, particularly the light fittings. And talking of lights, as is all too common, there was not enough artificial light to read by after dark in our bedroom. Given that all our fellow guests definitely needed reading glasses (including us!), this is a basic error! ||Lastly, the breakfast was only adequate and not up to the standard of the excellent fine dining you'll experience, using the same space, in the hotel's Roda restaurant. For instance there's a very noisy self-service expresso machine that's in constant use by guests, the fresh fruit bowl had peaches which were woolly and tasteless as it was past their season, not enough figs which were in season & the cereal selection looked bought-in rather than home-made.||Having covered the less-good bits, the staff are wonderful, speak very good English, are helpful & knowledgeable. Our bedroom, décor & lights aside, was large, quiet, comfortable, had fast WiFi and had a great bathroom. The hotel grounds are lovely and I would imagine the swimming pool is great in the summer. There's free charging (courtesy of the water mill?) for EVs although their parking lot isn't for beginners - if you're a bit nervous, it's best to leave the keys with the concierge! ||Overall, it's a really nice hotel to stay comfortably for a few nights, to use as a base to explore the many sites in the region. Recommended.

This hotel is just picture perfect. It’s located on a beautiful river with many rooms facing it. The architecture of the hotel is wonderful to look at from your deck, the grounds are huge and gorgeous. This is a very special place.||We stayed in a deluxe room with terrace, and that terrace was huge! Perfect view of the river and beautiful side of the building. Room décor was a little dated, but nice. Service was excellent.||Ate at the hotel for dinner and breakfast which were both excellent. Restaurant beautifully appointed, great service and food. Don’t miss this one if you want something special.

Unlike the “could be anywhere” accommodations commonly offered to travelers these days, Le Moulin du Roc is memorable for its location, amenities, and service. We have visited Brantome regularly over the last two decades and stayed at the Moulin on most of those occasions including on our most recent visit in September 2024. We judge it the best among several very good accommodations in the area. Set in a garden near the village of Champagnac de Belair, an easy 10 minute drive from Brantome, the old mill and connected buildings house charming and unique rooms. The restaurant experience has remained among the best we've had in rural France. The food, as always, was well prepared and the service excellent. The Maitre d’/sommelier, who has served us on several visits, is a true professional who clearly wants guests to relax and enjoy themselves. We recommend starting dinner with an aperitif in the salon, adjoining the dining room, and ending there with tea or after dinner drink. Staying at Moulin du Roc remains, we believe, the best way to enjoy Brantome and the lovely surrounding region.