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Your stay — place O Reves
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The Property — place O Reves
Place O Reves sits on Arras' main square, the Place des Héros, under the arcaded stone galleries. The lobby smells faintly of beeswax and coffee from the brasserie next door. Rooms are clean and functional, with good blackout curtains—essential given the square's 5am market traffic. It suits travellers who'd rather spend on dinner and sights than on frills, and who want a literal doorstep view of the UNESCO-listed Grande Place.
Chronicles of Arras
Arras was founded by the Atrebates tribe and rebuilt as a Roman settlement called Nemetacum. Its Gothic Town Hall and belfry dominate a square that was hollowed out by WWI shelling, then meticulously reconstructed in the original Flemish-Baroque style. Underneath the city runs a network of 19th-century chalk quarries, the Boves, used as wartime shelters. Today Arras is known for its Saturday market, its light-and-sound show on the Town Hall facade, and as a gateway to the Vimy Ridge memorials.
Best Time to Visit
Full Arras guide →Best months
May, June, September: mild temperatures (15-22°C), low rainfall, and the tulips in the main square are still out in May. June brings the Arras Film Festival but the city doesn't get swamped.
Peak / festival surge
July and August. The Main Square fills with tourists visiting the Somme battlefields and passing through on the Lille-Amiens corridor. Hotels like Place O Reves often run at 90% occupancy; prices increase 30-50% above shoulder-season rates. The Main Square Sound & Light Show runs nightly from mid-July.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: rooms drop by roughly 20%, the weather is still walkable (8-16°C), and the crowds thin. October also has the Arras Book Fair but it draws a local, not tourist, crowd.
Weather & packing
Arras sits in a rain-shadow but still gets drizzle—pack a light, packable rain jacket. The square gets gusty in the afternoon: a scarf or windproof layer is practical even in July.
Live City Briefing — Arras
- The town hall's belfry is scaffolded for restoration until autumn 2026; the carillon still plays but the viewing platform is closed to visitors.
- The Main Square parking zone has been expanded to pedestrian-priority from 10am to 6pm daily; driving in to unload luggage before 10am is recommended.
- A new cycle path from Arras station to the Grand Place opened in May 2026, making the 12-minute walk from the TGV stop simpler for cyclists.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to place O Reves, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are above street level but below the roof, reducing any footfall noise from above, and the courtyard side avoids the main road. The lift stops at these floors too, making luggage easy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lobby or bar area — you'll hear breakfast setup and evening chatter. Also skip any room directly over the street entrance on the first floor; Arras's Place des Héros often has café delivery trucks early.
Best views
Best view is from a courtyard-facing room on floor 3 — you'll see the typical Arras brick-and-slate rooftops without the traffic. Street-facing rooms look onto the Grand'Place (historic but can be loud on market days).
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest — away from street-level bustle and with only one floor of guests above on floor 4 to muffle any footsteps.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main square with cafes and bars; weekend evenings can bring rowdy groups. Morning garbage trucks service the street before 7am on weekdays. The lift is central, so any room adjacent to the lift shaft (often even-numbered rooms on the same side) will hum occasionally.
Insider tips
1. Email the hotel directly (not via OTA) to request a courtyard view on floor 2 or 3 — they'll often accommodate if you mention a late check-in. 2. Parking is tricky: the hotel doesn't have its own lot, but the Payant car park on Rue des Balances is a 5-min walk and cheaper than street meters. Reserve it online in advance on market days.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — place O Reves
Free, no login required, average 30 Mbps download (sufficient for video calls).
One lift serves all floors (ground to 4); no stairs-only sections.
No physical papers; free digital access to Le Monde via a QR code at reception. The building is a converted 19th-century flour mill, so guestrooms retain original stone walls in the ground-floor corridors.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 at no charge. Late check-out until 12:00 costs 50 EUR, or 150 EUR until 18:00 (subject to availability).
Free at reception for same-day collection before 20:00.
Step-free entrance via ramp to the left of the main door; one accessible room on the ground floor (requires advance request). The lift is large enough for a standard wheelchair.
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is Parking Vauban (4-minute walk), 19 EUR for 24 hours. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 1.65 EUR per adult per night
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a 200 EUR incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Cathédrale Notre-Dame et Saint-Vaast (208 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle des Chariottes (232 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Maison des jeunes du coclipas (417 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste (423 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Jardin de la Légion d'Honneur — 338 m · ~4 min walk
Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Arras — 278 m · ~3 min walk
Le Casino — 285 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Crédit Mutuel — 182 m · ~2 min walk
Pharmacie du Beffroi — 216 m · ~3 min walk
Notre EpiCoop Arrageoise — 23 m · ~1 min walk
Arras — 922 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations and tourist offices as they give poor rates.
Contactless cards and Apple Pay are widely accepted in most shops, cafés and restaurants; bring cash for small markets and street stalls.
Not expected; rounding up the bill or leaving small change is fine. Service is included in restaurant bills. Taxis and hotel staff don't require tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso or filter coffee at a café counter costs around €1.50.
A sandwich from a boulangerie or a hot savoury crêpe from a market stall costs about €4–6.
A main course at a brassiere or pizzeria starts at €10–12.
The main square (Place des Héros) has several stalls and casual crêperies for quick, affordable eats.
Supermarkets like Intermarché, Carrefour and Lidl are common in the area.
The pedestrian streets off the Grand' Place have chain stores like H&M and C&A for affordable clothing.
Walking is best for the compact centre; buses cost €1.30 for a single ticket (buy from a driver). The nearest airport is Lille (LIS) – the cheapest way into town is a Flixbus or TER train (around €5–8).
Eat at market stalls or takeaway crêperies for cheap meals. Buy fresh bread and cheese from the market (Wed/Sat) for a picnic. Most museums offer free entry on the first Sunday of the month.
Good to know — Arras
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Arras, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at place O Reves
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Crédit Mutuel — 182 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie du Beffroi — 216 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Gare d'Arras → Place de la Vacquerie (hotel stop)
💡 Buy a ticket from the driver or the Artis app. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from the stop. Avoid this after 8pm — service gets sparse.
Charles de Gaulle Airport → La Maison de Josephine
💡 Pre-book with a local Arras company like Taxis Arras to avoid surge pricing. Worth it if you're arriving late or with heavy luggage.
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV → Gare d'Arras
💡 Buy tickets on SNCF Connect a few weeks ahead to get the cheapest fares. The station is a 10-minute walk from La Maison de Josephine.
Paris Bercy Seine → Arras Bus Station
💡 Works if you're already in central Paris and have a strict budget. The bus drops you near the old town, a 15-minute walk to the hotel.
About Arras
Wikipedia ↗
Arras ( ARR-əs; French: [aʁɑs] ; Picard: Aros; historical Dutch: Atrecht [ˈaːtrɛxt] ) is the prefecture of the Pas-de-Calais department, which forms part of the region of Hauts-de-France; before the reorganization of 2014 it was in Nord-Pas-de-Calais. The historic centre of the Artois region, with a...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at place O Reves?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are above street level but below the roof, reducing any footfall noise from above, and the courtyard side avoids the main road. The lift stops at these floors too, making luggage easy.
Which rooms should I avoid at place O Reves?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lobby or bar area — you'll hear breakfast setup and evening chatter. Also skip any room directly over the street entrance on the first floor; Arras's Place des Héros often has café delivery trucks early.
Is place O Reves noisy?
The hotel is on a main square with cafes and bars; weekend evenings can bring rowdy groups. Morning garbage trucks service the street before 7am on weekdays. The lift is central, so any room adjacent to the lift shaft (often even-numbered rooms on the same side) will hum occasionally.
Which rooms have the best views at place O Reves?
Best view is from a courtyard-facing room on floor 3 — you'll see the typical Arras brick-and-slate rooftops without the traffic. Street-facing rooms look onto the Grand'Place (historic but can be loud on market days).
What are insider tips for staying at place O Reves?
1. Email the hotel directly (not via OTA) to request a courtyard view on floor 2 or 3 — they'll often accommodate if you mention a late check-in. 2. Parking is tricky: the hotel doesn't have its own lot, but the Payant car park on Rue des Balances is a 5-min walk and cheaper than street meters. Reserve it online in advance on market days.
What time is check-in at place O Reves?
Check-in at place O Reves is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does place O Reves have Wi-Fi?
Free, no login required, average 30 Mbps download (sufficient for video calls).
Is there a city or tourist tax at place O Reves?
1.65 EUR per adult per night
Where can I eat cheaply near place O Reves?
A sandwich from a boulangerie or a hot savoury crêpe from a market stall costs about €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from place O Reves?
Walking is best for the compact centre; buses cost €1.30 for a single ticket (buy from a driver). The nearest airport is Lille (LIS) – the cheapest way into town is a Flixbus or TER train (around €5–8).
When is the best time to visit Arras?
May, June, September: mild temperatures (15-22°C), low rainfall, and the tulips in the main square are still out in May. June brings the Arras Film Festival but the city doesn't get swamped.
Top Attractions in Arras
💡 Visit early morning or late evening when the squares are quiet and the setting sun lights up the sandstone facades. Tuesday and Saturday markets fill both squares if you want local bustle.
💡 Costs €6 (2024). Skip the queue by visiting on a weekday afternoon. The ticket also covers entry to the nearby Hôtel de Ville, but the belfry view is the main event. Weather-dependent: check visibility before climbing.
💡 €5 entry, but free on the first Sunday of each month (except July-August). Book ahead in summer as groups are limited to 25. Wear stout shoes – the floor can be damp.
💡 Adults €7, but the rooftop garden is free to access (no ticket needed). Good for kids or a rainy day. The café on site does decent local flatbreads for under €10.
💡 €8.50 (2024), but free for under-18s. Book online at least a day ahead – tours sell out. Entry includes a multilingual audio guide. Combine with the Wellington Memorial park just above – it's also free.