The five course suprise menu was never worth a Michelin star. Cumulating in a lamb dish, which should never have made it on a plate in a restaurant of such a reputation. Not one single course was truly compelling. Positive was the tasteful interior design and the attentive service. Hopefully the chief had a bad day. Otherwise this Michelin star... More

we had a marvelous two nights at this establishment. One does not expect such an elegant, glamorous, even decadent place in the middle of a nature preserve, but that is what this is. We stayed here at the end of our tour of Brittany. It was the perfect end to a perfect trip. No question the food is quite expensive... More

We stayed at this hotel for just one night after a long drive from Switzerland. The place is in a very quiet area. Loved the fact that I was wakened by the farm birds, some of which appear to be rare breeds, in the morning - just check out the name of the place! The food was superb, the rooms... More

What the previous reviews have said is 100% correct. We stayed at La Mare aux Oiseaux for two nights and could not find fault with anything. From the friendliness of the staff, the quality and presentation of the food, the excellent rooms and the relaxing garden. All brilliant. Have already recommended this place to friends as a 'must' visit.

We both thought that this was a very special place. The village - St Joachim - itself was a pleasant surprise, thatched roofs and very picturesque. The hotel can actually be reached by boat, along the riverways in the Briere Regional Parc. The rooms are lovely, very well furnished and comfortable. Three of the rooms are in a log cabin... More

We stayed here recently for two nights. The location, hotel and restaurant were excellent. We would recommend it highly.

The Setting - The Restaurant - The Rooms - The Staff - Everything is at it´s very best in this place. I have stayed in many places and it´s very rare to find a place where everything is top of the line. Usually there is always one or more of the categories where the establishment fail to deliver. This is... More