Best Spa & Wellness Stays in Poitiers

Domaine de l'Ecorcerie in Poitiers gives every room a balcony or terrace overlooking the garden or the pool, so children have outdoor space from the moment they wake up. The seasonal outdoor swimming pool and the lush garden are the highlights of a summer stay. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, a continental or à la carte breakfast is served daily, and the bar has outdoor seating.

An indoor swimming pool gives children something to look forward to at Domitys La Clef des Champs in Poitiers, whatever the weather. Each room has a kitchenette and a balcony, so simple meals and some fresh air are easy to organise. The garden and sun terrace add outdoor space, a fitness centre serves parents, and a traditional restaurant offers French cuisine. The front desk is open 24 hours and pets are accepted. I would suggest it to families who want a pool and a kitchenette.

I like Logis Hôtel de l'Europe for families who want to see Poitiers on foot and still have a quiet place to come back to. It sits in the city centre, with the main sights within walking distance, and its courtyard and garden give children a calm outdoor corner. The breakfast buffet features local and organic products. Futuroscope is a short drive away, which makes it a sensible base for a day at the park.

A ten-minute drive from Futuroscope, the ibis Styles Poitiers Nord is a natural family base for the theme park, and I would put the outdoor swimming pool first for children after a day of rides. The on-site restaurant saves a drive at dinner time, and family rooms with private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi keep things simple. Parking is on site, the 24-hour front desk helps with late returns from the park, and pets are welcome.

Best Western Le Bois de la Marche is a handy base for families visiting Futuroscope or Poitiers by car, with direct access from the A10 and N10 and free parking on site. The outdoor pool, open from mid-June to mid-September, is the summer treat for children, and the neighbouring park gives room for a quiet walk. Rooms are air-conditioned, the restaurant serves traditional French cooking, a buffet breakfast is available daily, and pets are accepted.

A fully equipped kitchen in every apartment and studio makes the Adagio Access Poitiers a practical base for families, and I would add its access to Futuroscope as the big reason to stay with children. The aparthotel is 600 metres from Poitiers train station, so arriving by rail is easy. Units are air-conditioned with satellite TV, a buffet breakfast is served daily for mornings off from cooking, and pets are welcome.

I would consider Séjours & Affaires Lamartine for a longer or family stay in Poitiers, since every unit has a kitchenette. The studios and apartments are in the city centre, directly opposite the SNCF station, with free Wi-Fi. Guests can use a fitness room at no charge. Local transport is easy to reach from the station, and Futuroscope is a short drive away.