Le Donjon - Domaine St-Clair
Romantic manor-house with genuine personality — think eclectic Normand estate rather than polished chain hotel. Old keys at reception, five fireside salons, a resident cat, beehives in the garden. Each room is genuinely its own world. Quirky but never tacky.
Book the Sarah Bernhardt junior suite superior if budget allows — it's the only room with that direct sea-and-cliff panorama from the bed itself
Why It Matters
The only Michelin-starred restaurant in Étretat sits here, chef Gabin Bouguet cooking a tightly focused menu built around local seafood and coastal Norman produce. The dining room features a fresco by fashion designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac. Add a rooftop Jacuzzi on a medieval tower with unobstructed views of the chalk cliffs and this is one of the most distinctive small hotels in Normandy.
A 19th-century Anglo-Norman château perched on a hillside above Étretat, Le Donjon has been operating as a hotel for over 40 years. Its 25 rooms are spread across three buildings — the turreted castle itself, a Belle Époque villa, and a cottage — each named after a historical or literary figure like Claude Monet, Marcel Proust, or Sarah Bernhardt, and each decorated completely differently. The gastronomic restaurant holds a Michelin star. The Canopée rooftop jacuzzi on top of the tower, with 360° views over the cliffs, sea, and town, is the kind of thing you don't forget.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Chambre Club
From EUR140 / nightThree rooms spread across the property, designed for solo travelers or couples on shorter stays. Compact but full of character, each with its own personality. Good entry point into the Donjon experience without breaking the bank.
Chambre Confort
From EUR160 / nightEight rooms split between Le Donjon and La Villa buildings. Spacious and generally fitted with King Size or King Size XL beds. Vibe varies from cosy and muted to surprisingly bold — the decor can be flashy. Almost all have hydro bath or jet shower. Perfectly comfortable for a weekend stay.
Chambre Grand Confort
From EUR200 / nightNine rooms, each telling its own story through a very specific decorative universe — materials, tones, lighting all chosen individually. Some have a private terrace or balcony with sea, valley, or garden views. King Size beds and hydro bath or jet shower in most. Good for all lengths of stay.
Junior Suite
From EUR320 / nightFour suites named Guy de Maupassant, Pierre Loti, Camille de Saint Phale, and Lili. Generous space is the primary asset here, with hydro bath or full bath-plus-shower combos and quality bedding. Two of the four have sea views. Pierre Loti is large enough for four (sofa beds), and Guy de Maupassant's salon can accommodate a third person. All accept a baby cot.
Junior Suite Supérieure — Sarah Bernhardt
From EUR450 / nightThe top room. One of a kind, named for the great actress and decorated in her honour. The oversized window faces the King Size XL bed and looks directly at the sea and the Falaise d'Aval — the same cliff beloved by the fictional Arsène Lupin. Laid out like a small apartment with a boudoir entry, sitting area, hydro bath and jet shower in separate rooms, and separate toilet. Spacious and very luminous.
The Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A private salon equipped with a foosball table and a retro arcade game machine (Pac-Man, Space Invaders). Good for families or rainy afternoons.
A fully immersive escape game hidden behind the hotel library. Playable alone or as a duo, it draws on Étretat's mythological and literary heritage. Complimentary for hotel guests — just ask at reception. Non-guests can access it with a bar purchase.
A curated half-day wellness experience (seasonal, March 16–November 14): 30-min private sauna + 1-hour Canopée Jacuzzi privatization + 1-hour duo massage in the treatment rooms + a cocktail per person with mignardises + unlimited heated pool access + afternoon tea.
Private sauna set in the wooded hotel grounds. Bookable solo or as part of the Balade Signature circuit.
Seasonal heated pool with sun terrace and partial sea views. Open March 15 to November 15. Sun loungers and umbrellas available.
Private Jacuzzi on the roof of the tower, with 360° views over the town, sea, and chalk cliffs. One of the hotel's signature experiences. Bookable separately or as part of the Balade Signature package.
Rent an e-bike directly at the hotel to explore the Côte d'Albâtre at your own pace — the Aiguille Creuse, Porte d'Aval arch, and Étretat town center are all reachable in minutes. Book at reception.
On-site kitchen garden and beehives producing honey and seasonal produce used directly in both restaurants from March to October. Guests are welcome to explore the grounds.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The hotel has no lift and no rooms adapted for guests with reduced mobility (PMR). Rooms are accessed via stairs. Contact reception for accessibility questions before booking.
Three fully equipped lounges with sea views for seminars and business events. Terrace and pool space for cocktail receptions. Property can be privatized from 22 rooms.
Five distinct cosy salons including a covered patio with glass ceiling, a fireside lounge, and a private salon — reflecting the 'maison de famille' ethos of the property.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the property.
Available on request at extra charge.
Gift vouchers and experience boxes available for stays, spa treatments, and dining.
Dogs and cats welcome in guestrooms at no extra charge. Not permitted in pool or spa areas.
Fast EV charging available on-site.
Two free car parks on-site. No reservation needed.
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