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Moulin des Ruats

4.6(826)
Hotel

About

Set in an 18th-century mill along the serene Cousin River valley, Moulin des Ruats blends rustic charm with modern comfort across 25 elegant rooms. The riverside setting offers a tranquil backdrop ideal for focused meetings or relaxed team retreats.

The onsite gourmet restaurant serves refined regional cuisine with fresh, local ingredients, complemented by a scenic terrace and cozy bar. This boutique hotel balances peaceful natural surroundings with attentive service, making it a distinctive choice for business stays and events near Avallon.

Best for

  • Executive retreats in a historic riverside setting
  • Intimate client dinners with gourmet cuisine
  • Small group stays with nature views

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

18th-century mill on a riverside location
Historic Setting
18th-century mill on a riverside location
The hotel is housed in a charming former 18th-century mill set along the peaceful Cousin river in a wooded valley, offering a unique blend of rustic character and natural tranquility.
Restaurant with panoramic river views and refined local cuisine
Gourmet Dining
Restaurant with panoramic river views and refined local cuisine
The onsite restaurant serves exceptional traditional dishes made from fresh, regional ingredients, complemented by a terrace that overlooks the river, enhancing the dining experience.
Sustainable energy and waste management initiatives
Eco-Friendly Design
Sustainable energy and waste management initiatives
The hotel incorporates eco-conscious features such as solar water heating, a low-consumption boiler, a new water treatment station, and comprehensive recycling and composting programs to minimize environmental impact.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 826 reviews