There is something immediately restorative about arriving at Hostellerie La Briqueterie. Perhaps it’s the sweep of four hectares of manicured gardens, or the way the property opens quietly onto the surrounding vineyards just moments from Épernay.
Fully renovated in the last few years, this beautiful hotel honours its country house roots while bringing a modern outlook to the experience.
The accommodation reflects this balance. I stayed in a Chambre Deluxe with terrace - a light-filled, generously proportioned room that extends effortlessly into the outdoors. It’s the kind of space that invites you to linger; doors open, morning air drifting in, a coffee in hand overlooking the gardens. The interiors are elegant without excess.
But it is in the wellness offering that the property truly comes into its own. The Spa by CODAGE Paris is quietly sophisticated and designed to mirror the rhythms of the natural world. The experience unfolds gently: a heated indoor pool overlooking the gardens, a jacuzzi, hammam and gym, all working in harmony to encourage a deeper sense of relaxation.
The pool becomes a natural anchor point - light-filled and serene, with views that keep you connected to the landscape even while indoors. From there, the transition into treatments feels seamless. CODAGE’s approach is entirely bespoke, built around targeted active ingredients and tailored techniques that respond to your skin in the moment.
Time stretches here. You might move from steam to stillness, from treatment to terrace, without ever feeling the need to rush. The experience invites you to soften into it - to let go of structure and simply follow what your body needs.
Even the fitness space feels aligned with this philosophy. Equipped with WaterRower machines crafted from sustainably sourced wood, alongside a treadmill, bike and weights, the gym is designed with a respect for natural movement and the body’s rhythm.
This interplay between restoration and pleasure carries through to La Briqueterie's wider experience. An aperitif by the fire or on the terrace sets the tone before moving into the restaurant, where Chef Nawal Rezagui offers a seasonal menu inspired by the idea of creating a “gastronomic voyage.” Classical dishes can be paired with an impressive wine list offering many back-vintage options, especially when it comes to champagne.
For those seeking an oasis just a stones-throw from Epernay, La Briqueterie offers an alternative way to visit Champagne; an invitation to linger, to savour, to reconnect with a way of living shaped by landscape, gastronomy and calm.
