St Malo Golf Resort 4*

Just a short drive from St Malo, this first class hotel is part of the excellent 27 hole Golf de St Malo-Le Tronchet domain which borders a lake on the edge of Mesnil forest. With stone walls and wooden beams, a 19th century priory has been renovated and extended into contemporary accommodation that is attractive and air conditioned. Bedrooms on the ground floor have a terrace looking out towards the 18th hole or lake, whilst those on the 1st floor have a balcony and are duplex family rooms (double or twin beds plus 2 singles on mezzanine). There is also a pleasant bar lounge with large tv screen, an outdoor pool (mid Apr-mid Sept), a gym and 2 restaurants overlooking the lake, 1 that is open to the public and the other which is reserved for hotel guests only (closed Nov-Feb). Pet accepted 15€/night.

Le Tronchet is no doubt best known for its golf course and if you are a golfer then it is doubtful you will want to stray far from the excellent facilities at the Hotel St Malo Golf Resort. However, with St Malo, Mont St Michel, Dinan, Dinard and Cancale all within 30-40 minutes drive, this is also an excellent location for a Brittany break, even if you don't play golf.

Le Tronchet is a charming and tranquil village with its abbey at its heart. It's a great place for walkers and cyclists and the Mesnil forest is a favourite for both visitors and locals alike. There are plenty of marked trails and circuits with information boards providing interesting facts about the land, fauna and flora.

If you are here in June don't miss the Tronchet rally - pedestrian, not motor!