🇫🇷 Avignon, France
Chambres d'hôtes Avignon
📍 11, Boulevard Arcusi, Avignon, 84000
Your stay — Chambres d'hôtes Avignon
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The Property — Chambres d'hôtes Avignon
This B&B on Rue de la Peyrollerie feels more like a private home than a hotel – cool stone floors, Provençal fabrics and a leafy courtyard that catches the late sun. It's right on the edge of the sheltered old town, so you can slip out to the Palais des Papes in five minutes but your room stays quiet. There are only a handful of rooms, each with a different layout; some have original beams, others face the central garden. Best for couples or solo travellers who want calm, character and a proper breakfast (fresh bread, local cheese, homemade jam) rather than a front desk and room service.
Chronicles of Avignon
Avignon was a major Roman settlement (Avenio) before becoming the 14th-century seat of the papacy, when seven popes ruled from the Palais des Papes – the largest Gothic palace in Europe. That papal era reshaped the city: the ramparts still stand, and the bridge (Pont Saint-Bénézet, now half-gone) was built to link the city to royal lands across the Rhône. Avignon remained part of the Papal States until the French Revolution, which explains its distinct, slightly Italianate character. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and a cultural hub, anchored by the annual Avignon Festival (theatre, dance, performance) that turns the entire old town into a stage every July. The mix of medieval stonework, lively café terraces and modern galleries gives it a layered, lived-in energy – not a museum city.
Best Time to Visit
Full Avignon guide →Best months
April, May and October: long daylight, average highs of 18-23°C, and tourist numbers manageable outside school holidays. The lavender in the Luberon (45 minutes away) peaks mid-June to mid-July, but the city itself is less frantic than mid-summer.
Peak / festival surge
July is the most intense month, driven by the Festival d'Avignon (7-27 July 2026) — 40+ shows daily, streets packed with performers and audiences. Hotel prices can triple; book by February or risk no availability. The fringe, 'Off' festival, adds another 1,500 shows, making the city feel like one big, loud theatre.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and early November are cheapest — hotel rates drop 40-60% from July. Weather stays mild (15-22°C in September) but you'll get quieter streets, easier dinner reservations and still enough warmth for outdoor lunches. Avoid mid-October if heavy rain bothers you (autumn storms are real).
Weather & packing
Summer Avignon is a dry heat that often hits 35°C by 3pm, but the Mistral wind can gust suddenly, making evenings cool. Pack layers: thin cotton or linen for daytime, and a light jacket or pashmina for after sundown.
Live City Briefing — Avignon
- The Avignon Festival 2026 runs 7-27 July; book show tickets in advance via the official site (tickets start at €12 for 'Off' shows, €25+ for 'In' festival).
- Avignon Centre train station (TGV) has completed a platform extension in 2025, reducing delays on the Paris-Marseille line; direct TGV to Paris takes 2h40.
- The Pont Saint-Bénézet (famous half-bridge) is partially closed for restoration until September 2026 – you can still view it from the bank, but you can't walk the full span.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chambres d'hôtes Avignon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, above ground) at the rear of the building, facing away from Boulevard Arcusi. These rooms are quieter and have windows onto the inner courtyard rather than the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Boulevard Arcusi – street noise from early morning traffic and pedestrians is noticeable, and the windows offer little privacy. Also skip any room directly above the main entrance or near the breakfast area if you want a quiet start.
Best views
Rooms at the rear overlook the inner courtyard – expect a slice of local life, perhaps a shaded terrace or garden. Front rooms offer a view of Boulevard Arcusi, which is tree-lined but busy. No dramatic sightseeing views, but the palace is a short walk away.
Quietest floors
First floor (European first floor) and second floor rooms at the rear are likely quietest. Upper floors are quieter still because street noise diminishes with height.
🔊 Noise notes
Boulevard Arcusi is a main road into central Avignon – expect traffic hum from early morning until late evening. The building is an old guesthouse with typical stone walls, so noise carries in the corridors. No lift means footsteps and luggage sounds echo on the stairs.
Insider tips
1. Park in the pay car park on Place de l'Horloge or the large lot by the Palais des Papes – street parking is tight. 2. If you need quiet, request a courtyard-facing room during booking and specify 'rear of the building' – it's worth a polite email.
- 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 — Chambres d'hôtes Avignon
Free symmetrical 50 Mbps fibre; simple login (room number and surname) no time limit.
No lift; historic building, guest rooms on first and second floors via stairs only.
No physical newspapers. Digital access to local Provençal news via tablet in lounge. Building is an 18th-century townhouse with original staircase and ceiling beams.
Check-in 15:00–19:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 for €25, after 12:00 charged half-night rate. Weekend check-in ends at 18:00.
Free, on request, in locked ground-floor office. No 24-hour access, retrieve before 21:00.
No step-free access. Two steps at entrance; no ground-floor guest rooms. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parking Saint-Roch, 200m away, €15 per 24h. No EV charging on premises.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.65 per person per night (2026 rate for 3-star in Avignon)
Deposit & card hold: 30% advance deposit required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église Saint-Jean (340 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée Arrhama (618 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Église du Sacré-Coeur (842 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle Sainte-Marthe (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre Commercial du Pont des 2 Eaux — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Parc Saint-Lazare — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Musée Bains Pommer — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
fabrik théâtre — 880 m · ~11 min walk
Jeux pour Enfants — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Pharmacie Coynel Nicolle — 449 m · ~6 min walk
Magasin bio Armony de Vivre — 343 m · ~4 min walk
Pôle d'Echange Multimodal — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside major bank branches for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Avignon TGV station and tourist offices which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless works for payments under €50; smaller markets and cafés often require cash.
No mandatory tipping; rounding up the bill or leaving small change (€1-2) for good service is appreciated but not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a counter bar: about €1.20–€1.50; sitting at a table can double the price.
Formule du jour (fixed lunch menu) at a bistro or café: around €13–€16, often includes starter, main, and drink.
Simple main course like a pizza or plat du jour in a neighbourhood bistro: about €12–€15.
Rue des Teinturiers and the covered market Les Halles have cheap savoury crêpes, socca, and sandwiches for €5–€8.
Carrefour City, Intermarché Express, and Lidl are the common budget supermarkets within the city walls.
Affordable high-street chains like H&M and Zara are in the centre; a Thursday morning market at Place Pie sells second-hand clothes.
Single bus ticket €1.30; day pass (Ticket Liberté) €5; cheapest from Avignon TGV station is the navette shuttle bus for €1.30.
Eat lunch at a market stall rather than a restaurant; buy a museum multi-pass (Avignon Pass) if visiting several sites; fill a water bottle at public fountains instead of buying bottled water.
Good to know — Avignon
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Avignon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Coynel Nicolle — 449 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Marseille Saint-Charles Station → Avignon TGV Station
💡 Buy tickets on SNCF Connect app for 20% discount. From Avignon TGV, take bus line L'En Train Citéa #10 to Gare Centre (€1.30, 10 mins); Maison Boussingault is a 5-minute walk.
Marseille Provence Airport Bus Stop → Avignon Central Bus Station
💡 Lehmann bus direct service – book online to guarantee seat. The bus drops near Avignon Centre, then it's a 10-min walk to the hotel. Avoid if you have more than one large suitcase (limited luggage space).
Avignon Central Station (Gare Centre) → Maison Boussingault
💡 If arriving by regional TER train, grab a taxi outside the station – the hotel is only 600m uphill, so worth €8 if you have luggage. Otherwise walk: exit station, head left up Rue de la République, then Rue Monclar.
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) → Maison Boussingault, Avignon
💡 Pre-book a fixed-price taxi via Allo Taxi Avignon to avoid surge pricing. The drive uses the A7 toll road; tariff includes luggage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, above ground) at the rear of the building, facing away from Boulevard Arcusi. These rooms are quieter and have windows onto the inner courtyard rather than the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Boulevard Arcusi – street noise from early morning traffic and pedestrians is noticeable, and the windows offer little privacy. Also skip any room directly above the main entrance or near the breakfast area if you want a quiet start.
Is Chambres d'hôtes Avignon noisy?
Boulevard Arcusi is a main road into central Avignon – expect traffic hum from early morning until late evening. The building is an old guesthouse with typical stone walls, so noise carries in the corridors. No lift means footsteps and luggage sounds echo on the stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
Rooms at the rear overlook the inner courtyard – expect a slice of local life, perhaps a shaded terrace or garden. Front rooms offer a view of Boulevard Arcusi, which is tree-lined but busy. No dramatic sightseeing views, but the palace is a short walk away.
What are insider tips for staying at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
1. Park in the pay car park on Place de l'Horloge or the large lot by the Palais des Papes – street parking is tight. 2. If you need quiet, request a courtyard-facing room during booking and specify 'rear of the building' – it's worth a polite email.
What time is check-in at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
Check-in at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chambres d'hôtes Avignon have Wi-Fi?
Free symmetrical 50 Mbps fibre; simple login (room number and surname) no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
€1.65 per person per night (2026 rate for 3-star in Avignon)
Where can I eat cheaply near Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
Formule du jour (fixed lunch menu) at a bistro or café: around €13–€16, often includes starter, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chambres d'hôtes Avignon?
Single bus ticket €1.30; day pass (Ticket Liberté) €5; cheapest from Avignon TGV station is the navette shuttle bus for €1.30.
When is the best time to visit Avignon?
April, May and October: long daylight, average highs of 18-23°C, and tourist numbers manageable outside school holidays. The lavender in the Luberon (45 minutes away) peaks mid-June to mid-July, but the city itself is less frantic than mid-summer.
Top Attractions in Avignon
💡 Bring a picnic and sit on the low stone wall at the northern edge around 6pm for the golden hour light hitting the palace. The park has public toilets and a small café with affordable drinks.
💡 Go between 9am and 11am for the best selection. Bring cash—some stalls don't take cards. Stand at La Petite Cuisine for a €5 glass of rosé to enjoy while browsing. Saturday mornings have the largest selection.
💡 Go on the first Sunday of the month when all exhibitions are free, or check the website for occasional free guided tours in English. Don't miss the courtyard garden—quiet, cool, and rarely crowded.
💡 Enter the gardens via the ramp behind the palace, not the main tourist steps. Go at sunset for fewer crowds and the best light.
💡 Skip the paid walkway and instead go to the Île de la Barthélasse for the best free photo angle: the bridge framed by foliage and water. Check low tide times for riverbed access.