Meet the history of France at the Chateau des Ducs de Joyeuse, Best Western Signature Collection, and live a unique experience! For five centuries, the valiant spirit of the Joyeuse family, and the sumptuous celebrations organized in their time, have permeated the Chateau. The beautiful road leading to the upper Aude Valley has many surprises in store for tourists sensitive to beautiful sites, providing history lovers with unsuspected anecdotes. By reaching Couiza, at the end of a bend, you will not fail to be won over by the spectacle that awaits you. ‘Chateau’ hotel of character in a privileged natural environment, inspired by a contemporary spirit. Place of friendliness, hospitality, happiness, history and arts, nature and beauty, place of well-being, and good food, applying an eco-responsible approach. Choose between different kinds of rooms: standard, superior with poster bed, or prestige room on the wide towers of the castle, including poster beds and double sink bathroom. Take time to discover our gastronomic restaurant: large room, medieval decoration, divided into two dining rooms by a central chimney; the tables are well dressed with white tablecloths; the service is friendly, attentive, and professional. During the summer, take time to enjoy the ‘Renaissance’ atmosphere on our terrace, the most beautiful terrace in the valley. Arnaud Villiez and his kitchen team prepare with passion and precision dishes with respect to the land and seasons, such as Catalan lamb, and organic trout. Our priority is local products! Everything is homemade! Our cave purpose is more than 85 local references of wine and local ‘blanquette’, which is the local ‘Cremant’, a traditional recipe of the Champaign that we all know nowadays. Our team also welcomes you for all your events: meetings, team-building, weddings, parties, anniversaries, etc. Thanks to our three meeting rooms, and our business corner, boost your event to make it unique. Success guarantee!