Hotel Les Vignes De La Chapelle, "The Originals Relais" - Sainte-Marie-de-Re

3-star eco-friendly hotel on Ile de Ré with European Ecolabel certification

Sustainability

Hotel Les Vignes De La Chapelle, "The Originals Relais" is the first hotel in Charente-Maritime accredited with the European Ecolabel. The property uses solar panels, heat pumps, and recycles rainwater to reduce environmental impact. All accommodations feature effective soundproofing and are entirely non-smoking, including outdoor areas.

Accommodations

Each suite includes a flat-screen TV, a wooden terrace, and a snack corner, while larger Ecolodges have a lounge area with a sofa bed. Unique duplex lofts are specifically designed to accommodate larger family groups with separate sleeping areas. Some family suites include a kitchenette and can host up to four guests.

Family Amenities

The hotel provides baby kits and a children's swimming section in the heated outdoor pool, open from mid-April to mid-September. Indoors, there is an indoor play area, board games, puzzles, and baby safety gates. For older children, table tennis and bicycle rental are available on site.

Location & Activities

Set on the edge of a nature reserve, the hotel is 650 yards from Plage de la Basse Benaie and ten minutes from the nearest beach on foot. Free bicycle rentals allow guests to explore the island, and guided walking tours are offered during stays. Nearby outdoor activities include hiking, cycling, and visits to cultural landmarks such as Les 4 FERS À L'AIR.

Wellness & Dining

The wellness center features a sauna, hot tub, steam room, and an open-air bath for relaxation. A range of treatments includes back, foot, and full body massages, with spa packages available. Each morning, a breakfast buffet offers organic and locally sourced products, and the hotel partners with local restaurants for evening meals served on the terrace.

• Sustainability: European Ecolabel certified hotel with solar panels
• Rooms: Duplex lofts and family suites with kitchenette
• Location: 650 yards from Plage de la Basse Benaie
• Wellness: Sauna, hot tub, steam room, and massage treatments
• Activities: Free bicycle rentals for island exploration
• Family: Baby kits, children's pool section, indoor play area