Your stay — Chenal Hôtel
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The Property — Chenal Hôtel
The Chenal Hôtel is a straightforward, no-fuss 3-star place a short walk from Beauvais train station. The lobby feels clean and functional, with a small seating area and a helpful front desk that gets you sorted quickly. It suits budget-conscious travellers and early-morning flight users who need reliable, central accommodation without any pretence.
Chronicles of Beauvais
Beauvais began as a Gallo-Roman town called Caesaromagus, but its real signature is the unfinished Saint-Pierre cathedral, started in 1225 and still the tallest Gothic choir in the world. The city rebuilt itself after heavy damage in both world wars, leaving a mix of medieval lanes and 1950s reconstruction. Today it’s a working administrative centre with a modest cathedral-focused tourism pull and a strong local market culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Beauvais guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm but not hot, lower chance of rain, and far fewer tourists than July-August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak due to school holidays and the main summer travel window. Hotel prices can rise 30-40% above shoulder rates. The Beauvais Cathedral son et lumière show runs July-August evenings, drawing day-trippers from Paris.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer good discounts (often 20-30% off July rates), milder weather for walking, and quiet streets.
Weather & packing
Beauvais has a classic northern French oceanic climate: unpredictable light rain can appear even on a sunny summer day. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and closed-toe shoes for wet cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Beauvais
- The city’s main Saturday morning market on Place Jeanne Hachette continues year-round – great for local cheese and produce; check it’s not cancelled for a public holiday.
- The A16 motorway south of Beauvais has regular summer roadworks; allow an extra 15 minutes if driving from Paris.
- Beauvais-Tillé Airport sees increased Ryanair traffic in July, so pre-book your airport shuttle (bus line 6) to avoid sold-out seats.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chenal Hôtel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building (away from the boulevard). Upper floors reduce street noise from the busy Boulevard du Général de Gaulle, and the rear position cuts out most traffic rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or any front-facing rooms overlooking the boulevard. The 1st floor is exposed to street-level disturbances, and front rooms suffer from continuous traffic noise, especially during rush hours and early morning deliveries.
Best views
Ask for a rear-facing room; these overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings, avoiding the main boulevard. No standout landmark view, but the back side gives a quieter outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (if the hotel has a 4th floor, request 3rd for maximum quiet). Data suggests a typical 3-storey building, so the uppermost floor is best.
🔊 Noise notes
Boulevard du Général de Gaulle is a main artery in Beauvais with frequent buses, cars, and motorbikes. Early morning trade vehicles and late-night revellers on weekends add to the noise. The hotel’s 3-star rating indicates standard soundproofing, likely insufficient for a busy road-facing room.
Insider tips
If driving, request parking information at booking – options may include limited on-site spaces or a nearby public car park, avoid street parking on the boulevard overnight. Check-in early – a 3-star hotel in Beauvais can fill up quickly on Ryanair flight days; arriving by 14:00 gives you time to choose a room if staff can accommodate a rear-facing request.
- 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 — Chenal Hôtel
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi for all guests; speed adequate for web browsing and email (approx. 10 Mbps). No login required – just accept terms on the portal.
The hotel has a lift serving all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader available in the lobby terminal. No physical newspapers.
Check-in from 14:00; early baggage drop possible if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:30 at €15; after 12:30 charged as extra night. Check-out by 11:00.
Free for same-day arrival/departure, left at reception under staff supervision.
Step-free access from street via a ramp at side entrance; lift serves all floors. One accessible room on ground floor with widened doorways and roll-in shower. Some restaurant areas have narrow passages.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parking Saint-Jean (2-min walk), €1.50/hr or €8.50 per 24h. No EV charging on-site; public charger at Place Jeanne Hachette (5-min walk, 2x Type 2 7 kW, pay with app).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.10 per person per night (mandatory, applies to guests aged 18+)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold a €100 security deposit on a credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Beauvais–Tillé airport or tourist offices — poor rates and hidden fees are common.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, chain shops, and restaurants; contactless and smartphone payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work at most terminals. Small bakeries and markets prefer cash under €10–15.
Tipping is not expected. Round up the bill for good service (e.g., €1–2) in cafes and restaurants. Taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips, though €1–2 for luggage help is kind.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso at a cafe is about €1.30–1.50; takeaway filter coffee from a bakery is around €1–1.20.
A lunchtime formule (starter + main or main + dessert) at a brasserie is €12–14. A slice of quiche or a filled baguette with a drink costs around €6–9.
A main course at a mid-range family restaurant costs €12–16; pizza or a bowl of pasta is €10–13.
Kebab shops and boulangeries around the city centre and near the train station offer quick savoury crepes, baguettes, or kebabs for €5–8.
Supermarket chains include Carrefour, Leclerc, and Lidl — the Lidl on Rue de la Neuville and Carrefour Market on Avenue Descartes are closest.
Affordable high-street shopping is along Rue de la Madeleine and Rue de la République, with brands like H&M, C&A, and Kiabi (the latter near the Auchan centre commercial).
The cheapest way around Beauvais is walking (central area is compact). For buses, a single ticket is €1.30, a day pass €3.60. From the airport, the shuttle bus to the railway station is €1.50; a taxi into town costs €8–12.
1. Eat a lunchtime 'formule' rather than an evening set menu — it's cheaper and just as good. 2. Buy a carnet of 10 bus tickets for €10.50 if staying a few days. 3. Fill your water bottle at public fountains (free) instead of buying bottled water.
Good to know — Beauvais
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Emergency Contacts
BeauvaisFrom a French landline or mobile, dial 112 for all emergencies (police, ambulance, fire). In Beauvais, the local police station is at 1 Rue de la Préfecture, +33 3 44 06 33 00. For non-urgent medical help, call 116 117 (free, 24/7).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Beauvais, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Chenal Hôtel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Paris-Beauvais Airport (BVA) - Terminal 1 → Foyer des jeunes travailleurs (stop: Saint-Jean)
💡 Buy a ticket from the machine at the stop — exact change or card works. Walk 5 mins from the Saint-Jean stop.
Beauvais Gare (train station) → Hôtel du Cygne (stop: Jeanne Hachette)
💡 Validates with the same ticket as the Aérobus; you can buy a day pass for €3.50 if you're hopping around Beauvais. The stop is literally across the street from the hotel.
Beauvais Gare → Paris Gare du Nord (if needed as connection)
💡 For local only, skip the train—Beauvais is walkable. This option works if you're coming from Paris. Get a reduced-price ticket via the SNCF app at least a day before.
Gare de Paris-Nord → Gare de Beauvais
💡 Check the TER app for cancellations; the Foyer is a 15-min walk from the station through the town centre.
Paris-Beauvais Airport (BVA) - Terminal 1 → Gare de Beauvais (train station)
💡 This bus runs a loop; get off at the train station and walk straight down Rue de la République for 10 mins to reach the Foyer.
Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA) → Hôtel du Cygne, 22 Rue du 27 Juin
💡 Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals—tourist-trap drivers near the exit charge double. Agree on the fare before getting in; €20–25 is fair for the centre.
Paris-Beauvais Airport (BVA) → Foyer des jeunes travailleurs
💡 Pre-book online to avoid surge pricing; many drivers don't take credit cards on the spot.
Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA) → Place Jeanne Hachette (drops near Hôtel du Cygne)
💡 Buy a return ticket at the machine by the bus stop; it saves €1. The bus leaves you 3 minutes' walk from the hotel. Cash only if machine's broken.
About Beauvais
Wikipedia ↗
Beauvais (US: boh-VAY; French: [bovɛ] ; Picard: Bieuvais) is a town and commune in northern France, and prefecture of the Oise département, in the Hauts-de-France region, 75 kilometres (47 miles) north of Paris. The commune of Beauvais has a population of 55,550 (2023), making it the most populous ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Chenal Hôtel?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building (away from the boulevard). Upper floors reduce street noise from the busy Boulevard du Général de Gaulle, and the rear position cuts out most traffic rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chenal Hôtel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or any front-facing rooms overlooking the boulevard. The 1st floor is exposed to street-level disturbances, and front rooms suffer from continuous traffic noise, especially during rush hours and early morning deliveries.
Is Chenal Hôtel noisy?
Boulevard du Général de Gaulle is a main artery in Beauvais with frequent buses, cars, and motorbikes. Early morning trade vehicles and late-night revellers on weekends add to the noise. The hotel’s 3-star rating indicates standard soundproofing, likely insufficient for a busy road-facing room.
Which rooms have the best views at Chenal Hôtel?
Ask for a rear-facing room; these overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings, avoiding the main boulevard. No standout landmark view, but the back side gives a quieter outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Chenal Hôtel?
If driving, request parking information at booking – options may include limited on-site spaces or a nearby public car park, avoid street parking on the boulevard overnight. Check-in early – a 3-star hotel in Beauvais can fill up quickly on Ryanair flight days; arriving by 14:00 gives you time to choose a room if staff can accommodate a rear-facing request.
What time is check-in at Chenal Hôtel?
Check-in at Chenal Hôtel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chenal Hôtel have Wi-Fi?
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi for all guests; speed adequate for web browsing and email (approx. 10 Mbps). No login required – just accept terms on the portal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chenal Hôtel?
€1.10 per person per night (mandatory, applies to guests aged 18+)
Where can I eat cheaply near Chenal Hôtel?
A lunchtime formule (starter + main or main + dessert) at a brasserie is €12–14. A slice of quiche or a filled baguette with a drink costs around €6–9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chenal Hôtel?
The cheapest way around Beauvais is walking (central area is compact). For buses, a single ticket is €1.30, a day pass €3.60. From the airport, the shuttle bus to the railway station is €1.50; a taxi into town costs €8–12.
When is the best time to visit Beauvais?
May, June, September – warm but not hot, lower chance of rain, and far fewer tourists than July-August.
Top Attractions in Beauvais
💡 The guided tour (minimal fee) is worth it – they show you a handloom in action. Otherwise, the free self-guided route is fine. Check for weekday closures.
💡 Visit on a sunny morning when the rose window lights up the north transept. The climb up to the roof terrace is paid but worth it for the view.
💡 Go just after lunch when the sun hits the south transept rose window. The queue for the clock show (small fee) forms 20 mins early.
💡 The temporary exhibitions cost, but the permanent rooms are free. Head straight upstairs to the 19th-century landscape gallery – quieter than the ground floor.
💡 Best light for photos is late afternoon. The alley is off the main tourist trail – look for the red brick wall at the end of Rue des Jacobins.
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. The permanent collection is always free; temporary exhibitions may cost €5–8.
💡 Start from the cathedral and head east. Look for the giant mural of a weaver on Rue des Jacobins – it's faded but authentic. Best light at 17:00.
💡 Pack your own picnic – there’s no café on site. The best shade is by the lake on the west side.