Hotel Restaurant le Pain de Sucre

The four of us were hiking Way of St. James and were extremely tired by the time we reached Monistrol, with another 6 miles to go before our intended destination. We happened to be discussing what to do just outside this hotel, when the proprietor Peter popped his head out of the door and chatted with us in English. He made several suggestions and then even made arrangements for our onward journey that turned out to be extremely helpful!! We ended up staying the night at the attached hotel and eating dinner in the restaurant. About the latter: Peter sources as much of his food locally as he can, and it was all delicious and beautifully presented, and very reasonably priced. We KNOW he sources locally because on the next day's hike our friends stopped at a farm for a snack, and who should show up but Peter, to pick up some local cheese! Peter's French staff are all super attentive and friendly, too. It all made for a one-of-a-kind travel memory that we will cherish.

• Utile
• Pas utile
• Répondre

Okay, on the outside this is only a 2 or 3 star hotel. However, it is more fun staying here than most 4/5 star establishments. This is mostly down to hotel owner/chef Peter Joyce and his able assistant Patrick. Excellent food. Great value. They seem to be always wanting to be the best they can - but in a cheerful and personable manner. Many could learn a lot from them.

• Utile
• Pas utile
• Répondre

We stopped by here on our way to Saugues. In need of a tea & coffee to help us on our walk. The owner organised for us a ham & cheese baguette to go, he was very pleasant & helpful, I recommend for travellers to stop by.

• Utile
• Pas utile
• Répondre

I wish there would be more of these in rural France. Good food, friendly service, attention to simple details. And an amazing apple tart (bravo Patrick !)

• Utile
• Pas utile
• Répondre

I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an intimate, elegant Burgundy dining experience.

• Utile
• Pas utile
• Répondre