Bricquebec is a small commune in northwestern France, located in the Manche department of Normandy on the English Channel. Ancient castles -- and remnants of castles and monuments -- stud the once-medieval city's landscape. Hotels in Bricquebec are mostly housed in authentic, renovated medieval structures such as manor homes and castles. Nearby towns include Cherbourg-Octeville, Flamanville and La Glacerie.
Built in 1010, L'Hostellerie du Chateau, in central Bricquebec, is the commune's sole local hotel. Housed in a medieval castle, guests enjoy authentic architecture, a knights' hall and cozy guestrooms. Views from the hotel towers and guestrooms show of the Loup valley on one side and the village square on the other. The 17 guestrooms include a daily free newspaper, complimentary bathrobes, Wi-Fi, a private bathroom and a fireplace. According to the hotel website, Queen Victoria visited the hotel in 1857 and Field Marshall Montgomery in 1957. Room rates, as of January 2011, start at 160 euros ($115) per night.
La Mare Chappey, located 1.3 km or .5 miles from Bricquebec, is a traditional 16th-century bed-and-breakfast hotel. Housed in a towered manor house typical of Normandy, guests can relax in the drawing room and in the evening gather by a traditional log fire. Guest accommodations, located near the medieval tower, have a traditional French design, including fabrics and wallpapers. All rooms include en-suite bathrooms, canopy or four-poster beds and balcony or window views of the rolling countryside. A Tower Suite, including breakfast, for two persons starts at 87 euros ($124) as of January 2011. A standard suite starts at 57 euros ($79) per night.
Best Hotel St Lo, located 8 miles from Bricquebec, is a more traditional chain hotel ideal for families or those looking for a more Westernized hotel experience. Opened in 2007, the hotel has modern amenities and accommodations but also charm. The hotel includes comfortable rooms, a reception area and access to the beach. As of January 2011, room rates start at 41 euros ($54).
Hotel le Louvre Cherbourg, 15 km or 9 miles from central Bricquebec, is a modern hotel in Cherbourg. The hotel’s 40 rooms include showers or baths, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen televisions. A good choice for families, the hotel offers large family-style rooms for three persons or more. Prices as of January 2011 start at 64 euros ($85) for one guest and range to 76 euros ($101) for up three guests, per room.
