If Le Golf National is the main event, Novotel Saint Quentin en Yvelines puts you exactly where you want to be, just minutes from the Albatros Course, host of The Ryder Cup in 2018. It's a genuinely handy base for early tee times and stress-free returns after a long day on a championship test, with the Paris region's other quality courses also within easy reach.
The hotel is a modern, recently refurbished, 4-star option that's been refreshed in recent years, so it feels up to date without pretending to be a five-star resort. You're also only a short hop from Versailles and around 30 minutes from central Paris, which is ideal if your group wants to mix serious golf with a bit of sightseeing, dinners out or a day in the city.
For anyone building a golf holiday in France around Le Golf National, this is the sort of place that makes the whole trip easier: simple logistics, reliable standards and the right location for getting the golf done first, then enjoying everything else the area has to offer. The Albatros Course remains one of the toughest and most rewarding tests in France, and being this close means you can focus on your game rather than worrying about transfers or traffic.
Who is this for?
Golfers and society groups who want a comfortable, well-located base near Le Golf National, with easy run-ins to Paris and Versailles.
Who is it best for?
Players prioritising the Albatros Course and other strong layouts in the area, and groups who value convenience, sensible pricing and a hotel that's used to hosting golfers.