The Dordogne region is attractive hilly countryside, full of old villages, castles, small country towns, with plenty of scope for a relaxing holiday. Although popular with tourists there are still many places that you can find to explore that are 'off the beaten track'.
Where to Stay in Dordogne
Discover the top Dordogne places to stay
When you are deciding where to stay in the Dordogne you will find that there are four very popular areas; Perigueux itself; the capital of the region, this city has a beautiful historic centre, and is known for its ancient Cathédrale Saint Front, one of the oldest in France. The caves and prehistory area of the Vezère valley between Montignac, Lascaux and Les Eyzies. The beautiful and busy medieval city of Sarlat-la-Caneda, and the Dordogne valley itself, between Tremolat and Domme, an area including several of the finest of the Dordogne castles.
If you are looking for a less crowded area, especially during high-season, then there are a wealth of smaller towns that are worth visiting and staying in and where life moves at a slower pace. The town of Bergerac is also a busy hub in the western part of the region and has the advantage of having an airport and decent train connections.
Take a look at our selection of places to stay in our Hotel, charming B&B and our Boutique Hotel pages to find your ideal spot.
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Apartments in Dordogne
Holiday Rentals in Dordogne
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Le Domaine De Saint Pons Villa, Villars
3 bedroom Villa in Villars. Sleeps 6
Property for vacation rental in the Luberon - Le Domaine de Saint Pons
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Le Mas Villa
5 bedroom villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 10
Renovated 16th century farmhouse in Dordogne.
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Le Mas & Le Mazet Villas
6 bedroom villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 12
A combination of two renovated villas in the heart of Dordogne.
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Le Mazet Villa
1 bedroom villa in Dordogne, sleeps 2
Charming renovated detached cottage in the heart of Dordogne.
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Pech Marty Villa, Monflanquin
3 bedroom Villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 6
A sparkling retreat which offers something for everyone, Pech Marty will delight all who stay there. Set in spacious grounds with views over the surrounding countryside towards the 'bastide' town of Monflanquin, this lovely stone building has been sympathetically restored to become a most relaxing and comfortable 'home from home'.
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Le Colombier Villa, Albi
1 bedroom Villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 2
This charming dovecote restoration will delight honeymooners or couples seeking a romantic break. Situated in an elevated position and surrounded by rolling countryside, it is constructed from gleaming golden stone and features a most distinctive tall turreted roof.
Charming B&B's in Dordogne
B&B Hotels in Dordogne
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La Rolandie Haute B&B, Limeuil
Peace & quiet in picturesque Limeuil
Laurence and Stèphanie will welcome you with open arms to La Rolandie Haute, situated in the heart of the Pèrigord Noir in "one of the most beautiful villages in France".
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La Lysiane B&B, Gourdon
Ecological with authentic charm
An ecological approach is the name of the game in this blissful guest house. Sound proofed rooms, towering wooden beams, antique furnishings and luxurious linen creates a luxurious, yet relaxing environment for you to relish. Located in the heart of the Perigord-Quercy, this is an ideal spot to explore the many wonders of the region.
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Domaine des Faures, Gaugeac
Peaceful seclusion in country manor estate
Originally built in 1673, the manor house has been lovingly restored using traditional techniques. With pale stone walls and light green shutters, the house is now a comfortable and inviting abode with many modern conveniences. It is situated on its own 100 organic acre farm and has fabulous views of the countryside and Monpazier.
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Les Hauts de Gageac B&B, La Roque-Gageac
Unwind in Perigordian bliss
Old pale stone walls sit seamlessly alongside modern clean furnishings, outdoor terraces, perfectly pruned garden and intensely inviting swimming pool. With a spectacular view of the surrounding countryside and ease of access to Sarlat and other delights of the Perigord Noir, it is easy to see why this is the perfect location from which you can both explore and revive.
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Le Domaine de La Millasserie B&B, Mauzac et Grand Castang
Impeccable 17th Century Pèrigordian B&B
In the land of truffles, cepes, chateaus and exquisite scenery, La Millasserie stands as the ideal base for your holiday. With wonderful stone walls, red slate roofing, flourishing gardens and outdoor swimming pool, there is little not to love about this charming little place.
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Domaine des Eymaries B&B, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Peace & quiet in 15th Century restored farm
In the heart of the Pèrigord, just a short distance from prehistoric sites and a short drive to Medieval Sarlat, Domaine des Eymaries is a serene spot to base yourself. With its large heated pool, jacuzzi, large garden with pond, a bar and wonderful breakfast, there is plenty to be enjoyed.
Hotels in Dordogne
Hotels in Dordogne
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Hostellerie de Plaisance, Saint Emilion
At the heart of the famous medieval city of Saint Emilion
The Hostellerie de Plaisance is an unusual and unique place, offering surprising perspectives on the village’s architecture and the edges of the vineyard landscapes.
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Bon Encontre Hotel, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Charming Perigordian style hotel
Located just a 5 minute walk from the centre of Dordogne's capital Sarlat, the hotel has minimalist, comfortable rooms with a large en suit, flat-screen TV and free Wifi. Located in the grounds is also a hugely inviting swimming pool.
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La Chartreuse du Bignac Hotel, St Nexans
4 star rural hotel & vineyard in a renovated 17th century estate
The property is set a short distance from the centre of Bergerac, with 360 degree views of the surrounding vineyards. There are 12 hectares of grounds with 12 uniquely decorated rooms to choose from.
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La Maison des Peyrat Hotel, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Personality packed 14th Century building & gardens
With parts of the building dating back to the 14th Century, there is no surprise that the building itself acts as a focal point throughout the property. With stone walls and ancient wooden beams being left exposed, the place really feels as though there are stories to be told while sitting out in its large gardens, laced with nut trees and springs.
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Le Mas de Castel Hotel, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Peaceful old barn conversion in the countryside of the Perigord Noir
Located just 3 kilometres from the bustling historical centre of Sarlat, the hotel offers a tranquil retreat, with outdoor pool, gardens and terrace. You will undoubtedly be made to feel at ease in the neat, contemporary rooms, while still embracing charm of the original farmhouse features.
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La Rolandie Haute B&B, Limeuil
Peace & quiet in picturesque Limeuil
Laurence and Stèphanie will welcome you with open arms to La Rolandie Haute, situated in the heart of the Pèrigord Noir in "one of the most beautiful villages in France".
Camping in Dordogne
Campsites in Dordogne
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Des Iles Campsite, Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
Located in the Dordogne valley, within few kilometres of some of the most interesting sites
This 3 star and 7-hectare campsite offers spacious pitches in the shade, in the sun or on the banks of the Dordogne. There are also fully-equipped wood & canvas tents and mobile homes for rent.
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Le Capeyrou Campsite, Beynac-et-Cazenac
3-star campsite in a breathtaking setting
Located directly at the foot of the Beynac castle and by the river, this campsite has beautiful views all around. On a 5-hectare area of flat land, they offer 120 camping pitches as well as a campervan service area.
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Le Montant Campsite, Sarlat-la-Caneda
4-star campsite in the heart of the Périgord Noir
Located on a hill overlooking the Dordogne valley, this campsite offers camping pitches, mobile homes and beautiful wooden chalets and cabins to rent.
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La Bouquerie Campsite, Montignac
Located in Saint-Geniès, near Montignac, this campsite is situated in a 9-hectare wooded park
The campsite offers mobile homes and small chalets to rent, as well as pitches for tents, caravans and camper vans.
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Les Peneyrals Campsite, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Peaceful campsite located in the middle of nature
Situated next to a fishing lake, this campsite is perfect for nice hikes around the beautiful Dordogne valley.
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Le Moulin du Roch Campsite, Sarlat-la-Caneda
5-star campsite in the heart of the Dordogne
Located in the Périgord, near a multitude of chateaux, villages and fortified towns, they provide spacious and comfortable camping and mobile home pitches separated by hedges.
North Dordogne accommodation
The north of the Dordogne region is home to the capital of the department, Périgueux, the City of Art and History and the heart of Dordogne. You will find plenty of accommodation here as well as in the neighbouring towns of Brantome and Thiviers. The Roman town of Périgueux offers a good base to explore the Perigord Blanc and Perigord Vert areas and of course to enjoy the gastronomic specialities of this part of the region.
East Dordogne accommodation
To the east, the Upper Dordogne is full of some towns and villages that make you feel as though you are really a part of rural French life. The tiny town of Autoire has a sleepy feel and some wonderful scenery surrounding it, whilst Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, right on the banks of the river, offers a tranquil place to stay whilst enjoying the hustle and bustle of a busy medieval market town.
Saint-Cere, Souillac and Martel all offer more of a town feel with good accommodation options and are in within easy driving distance of the other towns in the area as well as all of the main sites and attractions.
South Dordogne accommodation
The south of the region, Cahors is undoubtedly the favourite place to stay. Rich in history as well as wine, this region produces a full bodied and dark coloured red wine that is reason in itself to visit. Situated close to the National Park of Causses du Quercy the area is very lush and covered by thick forest as the rivers Lot and Garonne run through it.
West Dordogne accommodation
The city of Bergerac sits at the heart of the Perigord Pourpre, with the wine town of Saint-Emilion to the west and the many towns of river Dordogne to the east. Bergerac is a great city (with a small town feel) to base yourself as it provides easy access to all of the hilltop and bastide towns in the region, as well as having it's own airport.
There are plenty of hotels and budget accommodation in the city itself, with more B&B style accommodation in the outlying areas. The smaller towns of Lalinde, Cadouin, Tremolat, Limeuil and Le Bugue offer more of a rural escape type appeal and have accommodation to match.
Central Dordogne accommodation
Central Dordogne is perhaps the most beautiful area. The Perigord Noir, known as such for its high concentration of very dark oak trees, is filled with famous chateaux, market towns and ancient villages. A great place to base yourself is the bustling town of Sarlat-la-Caneda. Known as the medieval capital of the Dordogne this walled town is not only full of hotels, but also fine restaurants and great shopping, as well as one of the biggest and best Saturday markets in the region. Although sometimes busy it does have great amenities and good access to the towns and tourist attractions of the surrounding area.
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Towns & Villages in Dordogne
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Le Bugue, Perigord Noir
Relaxed market town situated in the heart of one of the most visited areas in France
The relaxed town of Le Bugue sits on the river Vézère where it's joined by the Doux. A more tranquil base for exploring the region, it has some pretty, narrow streets and a bustling market twice a week.
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Limeuil, Perigord Pourpre
A pretty hill top village where the Dordogne river meets the Vézère river
Limeuil is a picturesque old village which features on the list of 'Les Plus Beaux Villages de France'. It has a pretty park on the top of the hill and some ruins from its medieval past.
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Trémolat, Perigord Noir
Charming village set amongst the green fields and vineyards of Bergerac
Trémolat was originally home to a 6th century hermit, Saint-Cybard, before monks built their monastery here in the 9th century.
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Les-Eyzies-de-Tayac, Perigord Noir
In Vézère valley, this is the centre of the region's prehistoric sites
The town and the surrounding prehistoric sites have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nearly 150 sites have already been discovered and contain significant finds dating back as far as the Middle Stone Age - about 300,000 to 40,000 years ago.
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Cadouin, Perigord Noir
Pretty medieval village featuring a 12th Century abbey in the east of the Dordogne
A small but beautiful medieval village built around the Cadoudin Abbey, constructed by the Cistercians in the 12th century. It's situated very close to the neighbouring larger town of Le Buisson de Cadouin
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Lalinde, Perigord Pourpre
The first English bastide town and an important historical military site
Founded in 1261, Lalinde was the first English bastide. Situated on the banks of the Dorgdogne, the town is also crossed by the Canal de Lalinde, constructed to bypass the dangerous rapids of Grand Thoret.


















































