Boutique hôtel Entraigues, five centuries of hospitality in the heart ofUzès
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There are houses we visit. Then there are others we stay in—for a few nights—as if we were opening an old book in which each page had been written in a different era.
Located at 8 Rue de la Calade, across from Saint-Théodorit Cathedral and the distinctive silhouette of the Fenestrelle Tower, the “ Boutique Hôtel Entraigues ” is one such place. Behind its ancient porch, the pale stone ofUzès preserves the memory of five centuries: Renaissance lords, the dark days of the Wars of Religion, a heroic general from 1870, a grand opening on a summer evening in 1980, and finally, a rebirth that has restored this residence to its former glory.
Here is his story.
Before the house, there is the street.
Rue de la Calade owes its name to the “calades”—smooth, polished stones once found in abundance on the Saze Plateau, which were used to pave the streets of Uzès in days gone by. Walking here means following in the footsteps of canons, merchants, lords, and travelers who have walked these streets for centuries.
For Uzès, France’s first duchy, is not a city like any other. As early as antiquity, the Romans tapped into the nearby source of the Eure River to supply water to Nîmes via a monumental aqueduct, of which the Pont du Gard remains the most striking testament. Beginning in the 5th century, the city became an important episcopal see. Then, in the 17th and 18th centuries, the prosperity of the textile industry filled the city with mansions, secret courtyards, and stone facades that still define its beauty today.
Our house stands in the heart of this neighborhood, between the Ancien Evêché, the cathedral, and Place aux Herbes.
Act I — Two Homes, One Family (15th–16th centuries)
The story begins in the 15th century, with not one but two residences: two neighboring mansions, built of stone fromUzès, which bear witness to the city’s aristocratic way of life.
Around 1520, after acquiring the seigneury of Le Pin, the illustrious d’Entraigues family settled in this neighborhood. Their name has remained associated with the place ever since. Five centuries later, it is still that name that can be seen above the door.
In the 17th century, the two buildings were remodeled and then joined together to form a single residence. The vaulted ceilings, passageways, staircases, and spaces that our guests discover today are living testaments to these successive transformations: architecture designed to endure, to span generations, and to continually adapt to new ways of life.
Act II — The Storms of History (1622)
The neighborhood hasn't always been as peaceful as it is today.
In 1622, in the midst of the Wars of Religion, the Duke of Rohan sought to incite the South to rise up against the monarchy. The bishop and the Catholics fled the city. In the rush, the bishop’s servants tried to save the titles and valuable documents by taking them to 17 Rue de la Calade, the home of Judge Jacques de Brueys. The house was ransacked.
The medieval cathedral, too, was severely damaged during those years; it would be rebuilt in the 17th century. Only the Fenestrelle Tower, built in the 12th century, weathered the turmoil and continues to watch over the city.
And across from it, the house at number 8 still stands. An island of stone and permanence, watching the centuries go by.
Act III — General d’Entraigues: The Honor of a Name (1843–1926)
Among the figures who bore the name Entraigues, one stands out in particular: General Jean-Charles Albéric d’Entraigues.
Born on April 27, 1843, in Salins, he entered Saint-Cyr at the top of his class. In 1870, the Franco-Prussian War broke out. He fought at Beaumont, then at Sedan, where he was wounded. Taken prisoner, he refused to remain in captivity: on a daring night, he escaped through enemy lines alongside Lieutenant de Contenson and rejoined the Army of the Loire.
At the Battle of Coulmiers, the young captain distinguished himself through his courage and tactical acumen. The Legion of Honor was awarded in recognition of his bravery.
He devoted his final years to helping others, serving as chairman of the Nîmes committee for aid to wounded soldiers until his death in 1926. Around 1910, the Entraigues name was still a prominent feature of local public life when a general from the family ran for office in the cantonal elections.
Courage, loyalty, and a spirit of welcoming the most vulnerable: this is also the legacy embodied in the name of our organization.
Act IV — July 4, 1980: The First Spark
For a long time, it was believed that the hotel’s history began in 2015. A document that was discovered changed everything.
In the Saturday, July 5, 1980, issue of *Le Républicain d’Uzès et du Gard* (No. 1783), an article titled “A Warm Welcome in Uzès ” recounts the previous day’s inauguration of the Hôtel d’Entraigues. The newspaper describes an old mansion on Rue de la Calade, across from the Bishop’s Palace, which had been completely renovated and furnished to accommodate travelers.
On that summer evening in 1980, for the first time, the old d’Entraigues estate opened its doors to those coming to discover Uzès. A tradition of hospitality was born. It would never fade away.
Act V — The Rebirth (2013–2015)
In the early 2010s, the company was preparing to undergo its most ambitious transformation.
In 2013, a major renovation project began. The challenge was a delicate one: in a historic residence, it is not enough simply to modernize. One must listen to the building, respect its proportions, and reveal its materials. Rather than erasing the marks of time, the project chose to enhance them. The exposed stone, the ribbed vaults, and the original spatial volumes become the very heart of the experience, and contemporary comfort blends in discreetly, without ever seeking to compete with them.
Two years later, in July 2015—almost exactly thirty-five years to the day after the original opening—the house reopened under a new name: Boutique Hôtel Entraigues.
One conviction guides every decision: the true luxury of a historic home is not to make you forget its age, but to allow you to experience it, while enjoying all the comforts of today.
Today — The Art of Living Amid Stone and Light
Boutique Hôtel Entraigues now welcomes guests to its 19 rooms, including three suites, where the rustic charm of the stone blends seamlessly with understated elegance.
On the first floor, a suspended pool seems to float facing the cathedral and the Fenestrelle Tower. Higher up, the panoramic terrace offers one of the most beautiful views of the rooftops ofUzès. Here, the contemporary spaces do not detract from the heritage; rather, they invite visitors to contemplate it.
In the morning, the light glides across the stone and brings the facades to life. As the day goes on, the narrow streets come alive, bells ring, and the terraces on Place aux Herbes fill up. Then, as evening falls, the city regains its intimacy, and the house its silence.
Since April 2024, the hotel has also served as an art gallery. Regularly changing exhibitions create a dialogue between contemporary art and the patina of the centuries-old walls. Travelers, artists, and heritage enthusiasts come together here, and the building, once again, finds a new purpose.
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A story that continues to unfold
There are hotels we choose for their location, comfort, or decor. The Boutique Hôtel Entraigues offers all of that—and something even rarer: a history carved in stone.
Here, the old and the new do not follow one another; they coexist. The walls tell stories of the past, the spaces embrace the present, and the warm welcome sets the stage for tomorrow’s memories.
Every visit, every encounter, every exhibition adds a page to this book that has been open for five hundred years.
Welcome home, to the heart of the history ofUzès.
| Date | Moment |
| 15th century | Construction of two townhouses on Rue de la Calade |
| Around 1520 | The d'Entraigues family, lords of Le Pin, settled in the area |
| 17th century | Renovation of the two homes, combined into one |
| 1622 | Wars of Religion: looting of the home of the judge of Brueys, at No. 17 on the street |
| 1843–1926 | The Life of General Jean-Charles Albéric d’Entraigues, Hero of 1870, Legion of Honor |
| July 4, 1980 | Inauguration of the Hôtel d’Entraigues |
| 2013–2015 | Major renovation of the residence |
| July 2015 | Opening of the Boutique Hôtel Entraigues |
| April 2024 | Art Gallery Opening |
Do you have any questions about the history of the " Boutique hôtel Entraigues "?
Where is the hotel located, and what can you see from the rooms?
Boutique Hôtel Entraigues is located at 8 Rue de la Calade, in the heart ofUzès, across from Saint-Théodorit Cathedral and the Fenestrelle Tower. From the first-floor infinity pool and the panoramic terrace, guests enjoy a direct view of the cathedral, the tower, and the city’s rooftops.
What is the history of the building?
The house was created by combining two 15th-century mansions. The d’Entraigues family, lords of Le Pin, settled there around 1520. The residence weathered the Wars of Religion, was inaugurated as a hotel on July 4, 1980, and was then completely renovated between 2013 and 2015 before reopening under the name Boutique Hôtel Entraigues.
How many rooms does the hotel have, and what are its highlights?
The hotel has 19 rooms, including three suites. The exposed stone, ribbed vaults, and original architectural features were preserved and enhanced during the renovation, while incorporating modern comforts. The hotel also features a suspended pool, a panoramic terrace, and—as of April 2024—an art gallery with regularly rotating exhibitions.
Why is it called “ Boutique hôtel Entraigues ”?
The name refers to the d’Entraigues family, who moved into the mansion around 1520 after acquiring the seigneury of Le Pin. The name has remained engraved above the door for more than five centuries. It also commemorates General Jean-Charles Albéric d’Entraigues (1843–1926), a hero of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870 and an officer of the Legion of Honor, who bore this name with distinction.