🇫🇷 Avignon, France
Novotel Avignon Centre
📍 82 rue Henri Farman, Issy-les-Moulineaux, 92130
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Your stay — Novotel Avignon Centre
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The Property — Novotel Avignon Centre
Decent chain hotel on the ring road, a ten-minute walk from Avignon's central train station and the historic city walls. The lobby feels like a functional transit hub: clean, modern, with a small bar and a big digital check-in screen. It's a sensible pick for travellers who want a reliable four-star base with a pool and underground parking, not local character.
Chronicles of Avignon
Avignon was a small Roman settlement, Avenio, before becoming the seat of the Catholic papacy from 1309 to 1377. Seven popes ruled from the immense Palais des Papes, a fortress-like Gothic palace that still dominates the skyline. The city remained papal territory until the French Revolution, which kept it politically separate from France for centuries. Today its medieval ramparts enclose a UNESCO-listed historic centre, while the annual Festival d'Avignon turns the whole place into a massive, high-brow theatre and performance venue.
Best Time to Visit
Full Avignon guide →Best months
May and September: warm, sunny days (low 20s °C) with fewer tourists than summer. April also works, though rain is more likely
Peak / festival surge
July: the Festival d'Avignon runs for three weeks, flooding the city with performers and crowds. Hotel prices nearly double, and budget rooms vanish months ahead. The heat is intense, often above 35°C, and the Mistral wind can still gust
Budget shoulder season
Late March, early April and October: low crowds, mild weather (12–18°C), hotel rates drop 30–40% below July peaks. Some sights reduce winter hours from November
Weather & packing
Avignon gets the notorious Mistral wind — strong, dry, and unrelenting for days. Pack layers: a light jacket for windy evenings, plus a sun hat and sunscreen for scorching mid-July afternoons
Live City Briefing — Avignon
- Avignon's main train station, Gare Avignon Centre, is fully operational but line works in summer 2026 may cause delays on the Paris–Marseille TGV route; check real-time schedules.
- The Palais des Papes has extended its virtual tour with new AR features on the Papal chambers, but expect 30-minute queues at peak festival times.
- A new bike-share scheme, Vélopop', launched in early 2026 with 200 stations across the city centre; a quick way to dodge festival traffic.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Novotel Avignon Centre, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request high-floor rooms (5th floor or above) on the courtyard side, away from the main road. The hotel is at 82 rue Henri Farman, a business zone street with moderate traffic, so upper levels buffer road noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 especially those facing the street. Ground-floor rooms may suffer from lobby and service-area sounds. Rooms near the lift banks can be noisy due to foot traffic and mechanical hum.
Best views
The address sits in Issy-les-Moulineaux, a Parisian suburb. Rooms facing east or south offer views over the Seine riverbank or the surrounding office towers, but the real value is the quiet courtyard side rather than any scenic panorama.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 and above tend to be quieter, assuming standard lift travel typical for a 4-star property of this size (likely 6-8 floors). The address in a commercial area means upper floors catch less street-level bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Expect traffic noise from rue Henri Farman (a through road in a business zone) especially during peak hours (8-10am, 5-7pm). The nearby heliport (Issy-les-Moulineaux) operates during weekdays—helicopter noise may be audible around 9am-6pm. Weekend evenings are quieter.
Insider tips
1. If driving, park in the hotel's underground garage rather than street parking—it's safer and costs reasonable for Paris. 2. Check-in early by 2pm or request a room on the courtyard side when booking—this reduces chance of street-facing assignment. The hotel's restaurant does decent French bistro food but skip breakfast if you're on a budget (€15+ per head).
- 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 — Novotel Avignon Centre
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed is adequate for streaming and video calls but not for heavy gaming. Login via room number and surname; no time limit.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections. The building is a single modern block, fully lift-accessible.
No physical newspapers. Complimentary digital access to PressReader via hotel tablet in lobby. The hotel is a modern chain property with no notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 12:00 (free). Late check-out until 14:00 for €25, after 14:00 charged half a night's rate. Standard check-out by 12:00.
Free luggage storage available at reception for same-day check-in/check-out.
Step-free entrance and lift to all floors; one accessible room with wider doorways and adapted bathroom. No slope issues at main door.
On-site paid parking: €18 per night (underground, height limit 1.85m). Nearest public car park: Parking Chartreux at 0.3 km (€12-15 per day). No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.65 per person per night (taxe de séjour), applies to adults 18+
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a pre-authorisation of €50 per stay for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chapelle Saint-Louis (100 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Temple Saint-Martial (134 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Collégiale Saint-Didier (379 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle des franciscains (456 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Carrefour Court'in — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Square Agricol Perdiguier — 164 m · ~2 min walk
Collection Lambert — 56 m · ~1 min walk
Au palace — 49 m · ~1 min walk
Jardins Urbain V — 896 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 79 m · ~1 min walk
Pharmacie Principale — 214 m · ~3 min walk
Le Palma — 151 m · ~2 min walk
Avignon Poste — 248 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange offices at the airport or Gare TGV which have poor rates and high fees.
Contactless cards are accepted almost everywhere, including supermarkets, cafés, and public transport; mobile pay works well. Cash is rarely needed except for very small purchases or market stalls.
Tipping is not expected — service is included in the bill. Rounding up the bill or leaving a few coins for good service is appreciated but optional. Taxi drivers get the same treatment; hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a counter in a café will cost around €1.20 to €1.50; sitting down with table service adds €1–2.
A set lunch menu (formule) at a brasseries or bistro offering starter+ main or main+dessert usually costs €14–18.
A main course at an affordable sit-down restaurant (pizzeria, crêperie, Asian) runs about €12–18.
Look for food trucks along the quays on market days (Tuesday/Thursday) or grab a panini or galette from a street-side kiosk in the centre for €6–9.
Carrefour, Franprix, and Lidl are common; there's a Carrefour City not far from Rue Henri Farman for essentials.
The H&M and Zara on Rue de la République offer affordable basics; for second-hand, try the Emmaus charity shops in the suburbs around Avignon.
A single bus ticket is €1.40; a day pass (valid on all buses and tram) is €4.80. To/from the airport (AVN), take the scheduled bus (line 1) for €10.
Eat lunch at a bakery with a sandwich (€5–7) rather than a restaurant. Buy a city pass (Avignon Passion) if you plan to visit multiple museums/attractions — it covers public transport too. Fill water bottles at public fountains (free, safe).
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 Novotel Avignon Centre
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 79 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Principale — 214 m · ~3 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.
About Avignon
Wikipedia ↗
Avignon (, US also , French: [aviɲɔ̃] ; Provençal: Avinhon (Classical norm) or Avignoun (Mistralian norm), IPA: [aviˈɲun]; Latin: Avenio) is the prefecture of the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southern France. Located on the left bank of the river Rhône, the commune...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Novotel Avignon Centre?
Request high-floor rooms (5th floor or above) on the courtyard side, away from the main road. The hotel is at 82 rue Henri Farman, a business zone street with moderate traffic, so upper levels buffer road noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Novotel Avignon Centre?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 especially those facing the street. Ground-floor rooms may suffer from lobby and service-area sounds. Rooms near the lift banks can be noisy due to foot traffic and mechanical hum.
Is Novotel Avignon Centre noisy?
Expect traffic noise from rue Henri Farman (a through road in a business zone) especially during peak hours (8-10am, 5-7pm). The nearby heliport (Issy-les-Moulineaux) operates during weekdays—helicopter noise may be audible around 9am-6pm. Weekend evenings are quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at Novotel Avignon Centre?
The address sits in Issy-les-Moulineaux, a Parisian suburb. Rooms facing east or south offer views over the Seine riverbank or the surrounding office towers, but the real value is the quiet courtyard side rather than any scenic panorama.
What are insider tips for staying at Novotel Avignon Centre?
1. If driving, park in the hotel's underground garage rather than street parking—it's safer and costs reasonable for Paris. 2. Check-in early by 2pm or request a room on the courtyard side when booking—this reduces chance of street-facing assignment. The hotel's restaurant does decent French bistro food but skip breakfast if you're on a budget (€15+ per head).
What time is check-in at Novotel Avignon Centre?
Check-in at Novotel Avignon Centre is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Novotel Avignon Centre have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed is adequate for streaming and video calls but not for heavy gaming. Login via room number and surname; no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Novotel Avignon Centre?
€1.65 per person per night (taxe de séjour), applies to adults 18+
Where can I eat cheaply near Novotel Avignon Centre?
A set lunch menu (formule) at a brasseries or bistro offering starter+ main or main+dessert usually costs €14–18.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Novotel Avignon Centre?
A single bus ticket is €1.40; a day pass (valid on all buses and tram) is €4.80. To/from the airport (AVN), take the scheduled bus (line 1) for €10.
When is the best time to visit Avignon?
May and September: warm, sunny days (low 20s °C) with fewer tourists than summer. April also works, though rain is more likely
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.