Chateau Grattequina Hotel - Blanquefort (Gironde)

4-star château on the Garonne River with wine-tasting experiences and direct boat access to Bordeaux

Amenities

The château offers an outdoor heated swimming pool with a pool house containing a sauna. Guests have access to a tennis court on-site and a golf course nearby, plus bicycle rentals for exploring the grounds and riverbanks. A self-service wine vending machine dispenses regional wines by the glass, charged directly to the room.

Rooms

Each of the 10 rooms at Château Grattequina includes a flat-screen TV, a large bathroom, and windows that open onto river or garden views. Suites provide additional space with a sitting area and a private terrace overlooking the Garonne. The 19th-century estate has been renovated to preserve historical character while adding modern comforts such as air conditioning and soundproofing.

Dining

Breakfast is served on a terrace overlooking the river, with fresh orange juice, fruit salad, egg dishes made to order, and croissants. During the day the kitchen offers cold plates such as salads, cheese boards, and charcuterie. A self-service wine bar allows guests to taste a curated selection of Bordeaux wines at any hour using a card charged to the room.

Location

Chateau Grattequina sits 9 km from Bordeaux, between Pauillac and Saint-Émilion wine regions. A private speedboat takes guests to the center of Bordeaux in 15 minutes, with drinks served onboard. The property is also 10 minutes from Bordeaux-Lac golf courses and offers easy access to the A10 highway.

Activities

The hotel organizes wine-tasting tours to the Médoc and Margaux vineyards. On-site, guests can swim in the heated pool, use the sauna, or play tennis. The grounds include a picnic area by the river and landscaped gardens that invite walks.

• Location: 9 km from Bordeaux, 15-min private speedboat ride to city center
• Rooms: 10 spacious rooms with river or garden views, suites with private terraces
• Dining: Breakfast on terrace with fresh options, self-service wine bar with regional vintages
• Wellness: Heated outdoor pool, sauna, tennis court, nearby golf course
• Activities: Wine-tasting tours, bicycle rentals, private speedboat transfers