We have just returned from the lovely area of Languedoc Roussillon, from North of Beziers in the vineyards to the lively city of Montpellier. It was a first time for us. We were looking forward to stay in the hotel castle Chateau Saint Martn in Murviel sourrounded by vineyards. The choice for accomodation in this area is very limited. The three stars hotel was a major disapointment. Lack of comfort in the bedroom with pellows that had done their times over and over and a bathroom with a shower only and a broken shower head that woul not stayed in the wall. The room was huge but had a cold feel with no atmosphere, no charm or redeeming feature but the view on the countryside. The food at the restaurant was also a big disapointment in the way that all the starters, main courses and deserts were very heavy. All starters and mains courses, meat or fish, were covered with sauces. Not a great way to have a taste of the local fresh produces, if any fresh produces were used in the cooking. No possibility to have a light meal, even asking for a simple ice cream-sorbet as a desert was refused. And finally, I had booked for a junior suite but was allocated a superior room as I was complaining about the lack of a bath in a junior suite. No apology and I wonder what a standard room might be. Conclusion: an old castle with no charm and no services where you cannot wait to leave, certainly not a three stars hotel.We limited our stay to two nights instead of three and went happily to the Sofitel in Montpellier. A heaven of luxury, charm, care and attention from friendly staff, from the cleaning lady up to the manager. I highly recommend a stay at the Sofitel.
I am French and my husband is Irish-American.
V.C.

This place could be amazing but could seriously do with some investment. The building itslef is quite beautiful, but the rroms are quite old-fashioned and not very cosy. It could do with some modernisation and fresh painting.
It's setting is beutiful and is quite remote, so you will need a car to get there!
I wouldn't go back again.

The chateau is in a rural location, about 20 minutes drive from Béziers. For a quiet, relaxing stay, it is a good choice if you can get a good rate. For sightseeing, it is poorly located as it is too far from public transportation and major sites. If you have a car, this may be less of an issue. A cab from Béziers to the chateau is 38 Euro. A bus offers a limited schedule from Murviel les Béziers to Béziers at about 4 Euro per person.

The chateau offers large, attractive, well-appointed rooms. There is a pool but it is not always available - check in advance. The breakfast buffet is good but expensive (about 13 Euro) if not included in the room rate. There is a restaurant that offers lunch and dinner as well, though we did not try these meals. Service is pleasant but plan on carrying your own bags up the staircases. Also, plan on an early rise - the birds are incredibly noisy and will be sure to wake you up.