Our selection for spending an unusual night in a military fortress
Walk in the footsteps of the sentinels of yesteryear in these bastions of history!
The imposing walls, the battlements outlining the horizon, the muffled sound of footsteps on cobblestones... Fortresses, once designed as ramparts against invaders and witnesses of military strategies, have transformed into exceptional places of hospitality. Stay in a fortress, and travel through time, between impenetrable defenses and majestic dungeons, all while enjoying modern-day comfort. These bastions of the past, thanks to meticulous renovations, offer an accommodation experience where history blends with serenity, often with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world where yesterday's battles meet today's luxury? Browse our selection and let yourself be seduced by the epic adventure of staying in a former military fortress.
Le Fort d'En Tal
At the tip of Ental, spend your nights sheltered in a small fort.
Military fortress Ile de Houat
Spitbank Fort
From your sea citadel, the view is breathtaking over the waters of the Solent.
Military fortress Au large de Portsmouth
Citadelle Vauban Hôtel-Musée
Overlooking the entrance to the port of Palais (Belle-Ile-en-Mer), a place of character in a historic setting.
Military fortress Le PalaisOnline avail
Festung Vitznau
Held secret for many years, the artillery fortress is being transformed into a hotel: a first!
Military fortress Vitznau
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Château de Trigance
Guardian of the gates of Verdon, the Trigance fortress also watches over its chivalrous history.
Military fortress TriganceOnline avail
Cap Rocat
Heading to the Bay of Palma: behind the fortress, a hideaway for a romance.
Military fortress Cala Blava (Majorque)Online avail