domaine de clairefontaine

What domaine de clairefontaine does

Domaine de Clairefontaine is a family-owned luxury hospitality business operating from a 3-hectare historic estate in Chonas-l'Amballan, Isère, France, approximately 40 km south of Lyon. The property comprises three distinct accommodation offerings totaling 36 rooms: La Maison (a 17th-century manor with 6 seasonal rooms), Les Jardins (an 18-room 4-star hotel converted from a traditional Dauphiné walnut drying shed), and Le Cottage (a 12-room 3-star hotel 800 meters from the main estate). The business is operated by the Girardon family — Philippe Girardon (Meilleur Ouvrier de France 1997, chef of the Michelin-starred La Table de Philippe Girardon), his wife Laurence Girardon (hospitality and operations, Trophée des Arts de la Table 2014), and their daughter Amélie Girardon (Institut Paul Bocuse-trained).

The company generates revenue from five streams: hotel accommodations (ADR €61–€120/night depending on property and room category), gastronomic dining (Michelin-starred restaurant La Table de Philippe Girardon, open Wednesday evening through Sunday), casual dining (Bib Gourmand Bistrot du Cottage, closed Wednesdays and Thursdays), corporate seminars and private events (up to 130 seated guests, 300 for cocktails), and gift box packages sold via the Bonkdo e-commerce platform. Go-to-market is primarily direct-to-consumer through the company website (integrated with Mews PMS and Zenchef reservation systems), phone reservations, and select third-party booking platforms. Customers include leisure travelers, couples, corporate groups, wedding and private event hosts, families, and wine enthusiasts attracted to the nearby Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu vineyards.

The underlying technology is non-proprietary: the business relies on industry-standard hospitality SaaS (Mews, Zenchef, Synxis, Bonkdo) and an active presence on Instagram and Facebook. The legal entity is SARL Domaine de Clairefontaine, a privately held French limited liability company with no external investors, parent company, or subsidiaries, and no disclosed funding history. The company holds Michelin star status since 1993, Bib Gourmand recognition for its bistro, Green Key environmental certification, and membership in the Teritoria curated hotel collection.

Name

domaine de clairefontaine

Legal name

SARL DOMAINE DE CLAIREFONTAINE

Website

https://domaine-de-clairefontaine.fr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Hotel & Gastronomic Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAGACAF

Heritage & Palace Luxury Hotels

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Luxury Hotels & Resorts

Keywords

• Boutique hotel hospitality
• Michelin-starred gastronomy
• Wine tourism lodging
• Corporate event venues
• Luxury French countryside

Headquarters

HQ city

Chonas-l'amballan

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hotel Accommodations: Room rentals across three distinct properties: La Maison (6 rooms, seasonal May-September), Les Jardins (18 rooms, 4-star, year-round), and Le Cottage (12 rooms, 3-star). Revenue generated from nightly stays with varying rates based on room category, season, and meal plans including bed and breakfast or half-board options.
2. Gastronomic Restaurant: La Table de Philippe Girardon, Michelin-starred restaurant, generates revenue through à la carte dining, tasting menus, and special event menus. Open Wednesday evening through Sunday, with seasonal closures.
3. Bistrot du Cottage: Bib Gourmand Michelin bistrot offering casual dining with seasonal menus. Generates revenue from lunch and dinner service. Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays.
4. Seminars and Events: Corporate event hosting including seminars, conferences, business lunches/dinners, and receptions. Revenue from meeting room rentals, catering packages, and event organization services. Group packages available for 30+ attendees.
5. Private Events and Weddings: Wedding receptions, family celebrations, and private events. Revenue from venue rental, custom catering packages, and event coordination services. Capacity up to 130 guests at Cottage, up to 300 for cocktails at Domaine.
6. Gift Boxes and Packages: Prepaid gift packages and special offers sold through third-party platform (Bonkdo) and directly. Includes spa packages, dining experiences, and overnight stays.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Domaine de Clairefontaine operates a family-owned hospitality estate comprising three distinct hotels (La Maison, Les Jardins 4-star, Le Cottage 3-star totaling 36 rooms) and two restaurants (Michelin-starred La Table de Philippe Girardon and Bib Gourmand Bistrot du Cottage). The estate spans a 3-hectare historic park in Chonas-l'Amballan, Isère, and also offers seminar, wedding, and private event hosting for up to 300 guests.

Product overview

Domaine de Clairefontaine is a family-owned hospitality establishment in Chonas-l'Amballan, Isère, operating three distinct hotels and two restaurants. The portfolio includes La Maison (historic 17th-century manor, 6 rooms), Les Jardins (4-star hotel in a renovated walnut drying shed, 18 rooms), and Le Cottage (3-star hotel in a former Dauphiné farm, 12 rooms). Culinary offerings feature La Table de Philippe Girardon, a Michelin-starred gastronomic restaurant led by a Meilleur Ouvrier de France chef, and Le Bistrot du Cottage, a Bib Gourmand Michelin bistro. Additional services include seminar facilities for up to 130 guests and gift packages. The establishment is owned and operated by the Girardon family across a 3-hectare park.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Les Jardins: 4-star hotel located 20 meters from the main house, renovated from a former Dauphiné walnut drying barn
• Le Cottage
• La Maison
• La Table de Philippe Girardon

Products and services

• La Maison - Charming Hotel
• Les Jardins - 4-Star Hotel

Quantifiable outcome

• Michelin star maintained since 1993
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TeritoriaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTeritoria is a curated collection of independent hotels. Domaine de Clairefontaine maintains membership, appearing on their platform alongside other quality establishments. This partnership provides additional visibility among travelers seeking authentic boutique hotel experiences.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/domaine.de.clairefontaine
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/domaine-de-clairefontaine38

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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