We asked AI is hotelsafloat.com a barge brooker?

There are two main things that make them a helpful option if you are planning a trip:

• They offer both luxury and DIY options: Unlike some brokers who only focus on ultra-luxury fully crewed hotel barges, Hotels Afloat books both luxury crewed hotel barges (like Finesse or Grand Victoria) and self-drive rental boats (bareboat charters through operators like Le Boat, Nicols, and Locaboat).

• No extra cost to you: Because they operate as an authorized agent, they are paid a commission by the boat owners and operators. Booking through them costs the same as booking directly with the barge, but you get their centralized, multi-brand advice for free.

If you are looking specifically at Burgundy, they represent a wide range of the region's barges and self-drive options, making them a great resource for comparing different boat styles and routes.