Guest comments

The following are genuine guest comments, either written in our visitors book or registered on other internet bookings sites:

"This hotel is in an awesome location with an incredible view of the mountains. I had never heard of Mirepoix and was simply looking for a place close to Carcassonne when I found Auberge du Balestie on the web. Turns out Carcassone took half a day, while Mirepoix and the surrounding areas took my breath away for 4 days. Add to that the service you receive from David and Sylvie and you've got the perfect package!

David was quick to over suggestions for your daily itinary and Sylvie cooked up amazing dinners to enjoy once you returned. Both English and French are spoken here and if you factor in the view, the patio and the pool - you have a great relaxing stay!"
Deborah, Calgary March 2009

"Thioroughly enjoyable and we will make an effort to return when next travelling in that area. Good directions, delightful, elevated position with views of the Pyrenees and overlooking a lake. Hosts very welcoming and helpful. Pleasant room. Very good evening meal."

Brian 30th March 2009

"Thoroughly enjoyed the stay, great ambience, comfortable bed, excellent shower room and superb food. Will be recommending to our friends"
Nina and Chris James

"The auberge was run by an English couple....and my first thoughts were that this was not going to work in France. However, the atmosphere and the food was such that I never felt that it lost any of that "Gallic charm". The couple were both very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. For people like ourselves who like walking the area had plenty of attractions and the nearby town of Mirepoix was a gem. The auberge is actually on the long-distance path that links Rome with Santiago De Compostela in Spain. Rooms and bed were comfortable and of a good size. Everything worked and it was clean." Adrian, Oakham 5 Oct 2008

"Excellent food and hospitality - nothing was too much trouble! We will return again!"
Carol and John Phillips 18 June 08

"We found you through booking on the web and had no idea where we would be ... and what a fantastic surprise! Wonderful views and atmosphere and will defiently come back again"
Mark and Annika 04/05/08

"Arriving late and tired from travel all the way from iceland, had a marvelous welcome here. Thanks Dave"
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Stefania, Bjorn, Gunnhildur 7 june 2008

" Had a lovely stay, nothing too much trouble for Dave and would defiently recommend"
Sandra and Rodger Moor 22 May 08

"A very warm welcome and what a marvelous view. We are lucky to have found you and have been very comfortable. Thank you".
Graham and Margret Hunter 04/05/08

"Wow. What a view from room 9. Many thanks"
Ed and Helen 04/05/08

"Very enjoyable stay, we will be back"
Jean 27/4/08

"Great hosts, food great, view and room great in fact everything great"
Terry and Shirley Farnally 3/4/08

"I have traveled extensively over the last 30 years, and have stayed in many places including 4 and 5 star hotels, but Auberge du Balestie provided me with my best experience ever. The hosts Dave and Sylvia are wonderfully warm and friendly, and were always ready to help. The rooms are comfortable and well serviced, the restaurant was great, and the views of the Pyrenees are unbelievable. The surrounding area is wonderfully picturesque. Prices are more than reasonable. We originally booked for 4 nights and ended up staying for nearly 2 weeks." Andy, Perth, Australia 02/04/2008

"Just like coming home! Great hosts and great food. We love coming back each year. Thank you so much." The Wiseman Family USA 01/04/2008

"Perfect location and hosts. Looking forward to another visit. Many thanks." Philip, Spain 14/03/2008

"A perfect stay! Delicious Minervois and warm hospitality." Family Jones, England 13/03/2008

"Fantastic area, good value for money, friendly lovely owners." Tracey, Caboolture, Australia 27/10/2007

"This beautiful hotel with stunning views of the Pyrenees is excellent. The English owners are extremely friendly and incredibly helpful. The food in the restaurant is outstanding and all freshly home-cooked in the hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the setting for this Auberge is perfect. Altogether an excellent place to stay in this beautiful countryside." Sue, Somerset, England 05/10/2007

"Beautiful locatiton and friendly, helpful staff. Don't miss visiting Mirepoix. It is a beautiful little village."
Henry, Tarpon Springs, Florida 03/10/2007

"Beautiful to be in the countryuside, but close to Mirepoix. Very clean rooms and very comfortable. Superb value for money."
Julia, Edinburgh, Scotland 24/09/2007

"The medieval towns of Mirepoix and Carcassonne had been recommended as places not miss whilst visiting the Pyrenees this summer. I came across the web site of Auberge du Balestie whilst researching the area on the net and took contact details with us. David and Sylvia could not have been more welcoming as we just literally turned up on the doorstep. The rooms have all been recently decorated, are well appointed and good value for money. Breakfast needed to be ordered as the rolls and croissant are freshly baked on the premises each morning. A fair selection of restaurants are available a five minute drive away in Mirepoix but we ate three out of five nights in their own restaurant. The meals were prepared to a very high standard and reasonably priced. David served the best house wine we found all holiday! The location of the Auberge is excellently placed for touring the area with stunning views across to the mountains during the day but do take a moment to look at the sky on a clear night. With little or no light pollution the stars were a stunning spectacle I have seen in only far more exotic locations."KJ, Kent, England 18/09/2007

"We had a fantastic holiday at the Auberge du Balestie. The food was wonderful, we had excellent meals every night. David and Sylvia are great hosts. It was great to be able to walk out of our bedroom and join the GR7 walking route, which runs past the hotel. The surrounding countryside is beautiful, as is the nearby lake. The views of the Pyrenees from the hotel are stunning." Tracey, Paramelle, France 12/09/2007

"We could not have wished for a more friendly & accomodating welcome than the one we received from the Auberge owners David & Sylvia - they went out of their way to ensure we were happy with our room - the catering was first class which was confirmed by the many local french people who used the restaurant for dining out."
Peter, Stockton Heath Warrington Cheshire (GB). 08/09/2007

"Beautiful location, fantastic food, lovely room, seviceminded, helpful people. Everything was absolutely first class and we could not wish for more! There is no hesitation in recommending this place to people."
Therese, Sweden 03/09/2007

"Thank you for your hospitality and letting us have such an early breakfast! Wishing you every success." Karen and Mick, Maidstone, England 22/07/2007

"Thank you for going out of your way to help out on our trip to the area for the Etape du Tour. We couldn't have done it so smoothly without you! Love the woolly orange towels - very welcoming, like Dave and Sylvia! Many thanks." Bryony & Iain, London 18/07/2007

"Fantastic food and brilliant, friendly, informative service. Thanks very much and good luck." Ruth & Tom, London 15/07/2007

"Excellent accommodation, could not be faulted. We had a lovely stay and the food was delightful." Paul, Molton, England 08/07/2007

"We have been all over Europe and I have to say these were the most comfortable beds we've slept in. We liked it here so much that on our way back up north, we stayed here again. This place is lovely with great people and food!" Amy & Walter, USA 03/07/2007

"Comfortable with excellant panoramic view of Pyrenees."Gerald, Wimborne, England 17/06/2007

"We were not aware that it was possible to get an evening meal there, which turned out to be very good. The accomodation, food and service was as good as anywhere we stayed." John, Ireland 16/05/2007

"Had a brilliant stay - an amazing setting, lovely hotel and very welcoming hosts. 5 star in my book!" Paul, Wales 12/05/2007

"The hotel was great and had all amenities we needed and the owners were wonderful - extremely helpful. The scenery and wildlife around the hotel was also great."
Sarah, Netherton, England. 02/04/2007

"Very nice auberge in the country site with a very friendly service and an excellent (local) kitchen. Need some rest and fresh air in a wonderful surroundings, this is the place to go."
Gerard, Brussels Belgium. 2006-12-05