Thanks to expedia, we gained a substantial discount on one of the superior rooms in the hotel where we stayed for four days last week. The Parc Hotel is in a good position not far from the centre of Chateau Gontier. The bedroom and public rooms were very clean, although the bathroom needs a makeover. The lack of proper shower faciliities (just a hand-held one in the bath) is a shortcoming, as is the inabilty to get the mix of hot and cold water to the right temperature on some days. This is offset by an excellent buffet breakfast (not included in the price) and very friendly, helpful staff. It would have helped to have some info on what restaurants were open, and on which days- particularly in August. The hotel does not provide evening meals, so it is not as if it would be aiding the opposition! it also has a very nice pool and a tennis court, as well as games for kids. It is 40-odd kilometres from Angers, and substantially cheaper than most hotels in the Loire Valley- and there are many beautiful privately-owned chateaux in the local countryside.