Hotel Château de Palaja

Very special hotel on a tranquil, well maintained property convenient to Carcassonne without the chaos. Spent two peaceful nights in a very comfortable room. Delicious breakfast and delightful owners who helped us plan a day touring the countryside. Only wish we’d stayed longer. Don’t miss dining at ‘S Comme, a very special gourmet restaurant on the property.

We had a wonderful stay as a family group of 10. Catherine and Eric have done a fabulous job of renovating this charming chateau, and were wonderfully helpful both ahead of our stay and throughout. Our room, for our family of two adults and two children, was the La Cité family suite. It’s large, with a separate twin bedroom and main room. We had a large bathroom with bath and shower, and separate loo. There’s a sitting area where the children could relax with games. The room is characterful with original beams. Thankfully it also has air con, as it was unseasonably warm during our stay. Breakfast is a delicious self-service buffet of cereals, different breads (brioche, pain rustique, etc.), pastries, yogurts, hams, cheeses, juices, home made jams, etc. One evening we had platters and wine in the pretty garden, the platters were excellent and very substantial. Catherine and Eric recommended lovely local restaurants in Carcassonne and Trèbes, and were full of expert knowledge. We ate at S Comme twice during the stay. The food was really lovely, in a relaxed and pretty setting, and the chef was very accommodating of our children, one of whom has special dietary requirements. I would highly recommend Chateau de Palaja for a holiday, either as a couple, a family, or among friends.

We visited Catherine and Eric’s place during summer 2024 with our boys. They are such thoughtful hosts and the area is brimming with things to explore. It’s perhaps less-frequented as a place, but if you’re looking for something varied and with history to spare, this place and the hotel in particular are well worth your time. We loved dinner and breakfast in the garden as well as a little pétanque. The place is charming and I cannot recommend the proprietors enough.