Hotel

Catering

Activities

Access

Marols, 42560, France - H-B014

Le Domaine et Château de Valinches

4.1

(123 Reviews)

250 maximum

93 beds

41 bedrooms

40 bathrooms

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The partner's word

Welcome to this castle, located near the Forez plain and nestled within a wooded park of 15 hectares. The charm and authenticity of this place, a true haven of peace, will allow you to enjoy an exceptional stay for your corporate events.

Its 30 rooms and 5 lounges, its golf practice area, and the numerous activities available within the estate provide an ideal setting. Let yourself be guided and enjoy the culinary services offered: bistronomic restaurant, and breakfast options will be prepared to your liking.

The features

Hotel

Castle

The spaces (5)

Maximum capacities per room configuration

Classroom

108 pers.

Theater

250 pers.

Banquet

U-Shape

60 pers.

Cabaret

Boardroom

70 pers.

Cocktail

The work equipment

Secondary screen(s)

Video projector

Flipchart(s)

Printer

Meeting room

Microphone(s) and sound system

Audio-conferencing system

Photocopier/Scanner

Video-conferencing system

Outdoor wifi

Pens & paper

Multiple sockets/Multi-plug

The rooms (41)

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Chateau

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Écurie

x 1

2 single beds

Private bathroom

Chambre Roulotte Cèdre

x 1

2 single beds

Chambre Roulotte Cèdre

x 1

2 single beds

Chambre Roulotte Cèdre

x 1

2 single beds

Chambre Roulotte Cèdre

x 1

2 single beds

Chambre roulotte Séquoia

x 1

2 single beds

Chambre roulotte Séquoia

x 1

2 single beds

Chambre roulotte Séquoia

x 1

4 single beds

Chambre roulotte Tilleul

x 1

1 single bed

Chambre roulotte Tilleul

x 1

1 single bed

Dortoir

x 1

1 single bed, 2 bunk beds (2 single beds)

Dortoir

x 1

5 bunk beds (2 single beds)

Rooms

Home products

Access

The estate is accessible by train from Saint-Etienne Châteaucreux TGV station, located 36 km away. Allow 2 hours and 49 minutes by train from Paris Gare de Lyon.

The work equipment

Disabled access

Parking

Electric recharging point

Available catering

Pause après-midi

Déjeuner (hors vin)

Dîner (hors vin)

Petit-déjeuner

Buffet

Pause matin

Forfait vin déjeuner

Forfait vin dîner

Apéritif 8 pièces salées

Apéritif 6 pièces salées

Consommation Cocktail

Punch, sangria, soupe champenoise.

Apéritif 4 pièces salées

Consommation Kir Royal

1 verre par personne.

Consommation Kir

1 verre par personne.

Consommation Moscato d'Asti

1 verre par personne.

Fût de bière (20L)

Fût de bière Heineken de 20 litres.

Location tireuse à bière

Café d'accueil

Available activities

Activities and leisure

Petanque (court and balls)

Table football

Hiking trails nearby

Mölkky

Golf course

Darts

Nature walks

Bluetooth speaker

Board games

Archery

Frequently asked questions

Le Domaine et Château de Valinches sits in the Loire/Forez countryside near Saint-Étienne, making it a practical “out-of-town” setting for focused offsites. From Lyon–Saint Exupéry (LYS), plan roughly 1–1.5 hours by car/coach depending on traffic. We can help coordinate private transfers and arrival timing for multi-day programs.

We recommend Valinches for leadership retreats, strategy workshops, board-style meetings, and client hospitality that benefits from privacy and a château atmosphere. The estate format supports plenary moments plus smaller breakouts, and the surrounding parkland is ideal for team-building between sessions. Naboo can tailor the flow to your agenda and group size.

Yes—Valinches is well-suited to business use, with dedicated indoor spaces that can be configured for presentations, workshops, and breakouts. We’ll confirm Wi‑Fi coverage, screen/projector needs, microphones, and room layouts based on your run-of-show. If you’re bringing hybrid components, Naboo can advise on the best setup for stable connectivity and sound.

Expect a distinctly French experience—seasonal menus, local products, and a château-style dining setting that elevates client dinners and team celebrations. We can arrange working lunches, cocktail receptions, and multi-course dinners, plus coffee breaks timed to your sessions. Dietary requirements (vegetarian, gluten-free, allergies) can be accommodated with advance notice.

The estate’s natural setting makes it easy to build in outdoor moments—walks in the grounds, informal networking on terraces, and structured team-building. For offsite options, the Saint-Étienne area offers cultural stops and easy logistics for suppliers. Tell us your goals (bonding, reward, wellness), and Naboo will propose activities that fit your schedule and budget.

Strategic Event Planning with American Expertise

As an American account executive, I understand the importance of having a local team that knows the ins and outs of event planning. With Naboo in France, you get the best of both worlds—local execution in the United States and global sourcing in France and beyond. Our extensive network ensures that venues like Le Domaine et Château de Valinches are not just a name on a list but a strategic choice for your corporate events. The Naboo website connects you with thousands of venues and suppliers in France, providing you with shortlist quality, speed, and negotiation leverage. Our end-to-end coordination reduces risk and aligns stakeholders, ensuring your event is a success.

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The rooms (41)

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Access

The work equipment

Available catering

Available activities

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