Your stay — Hôtel du nord
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The Property — Hôtel du nord
Hôtel du nord is a straightforward three-star on the central Place de la Gare, so you step out the front door onto the pavement opposite the train station. The lobby feels like a working French railway hotel — clean, functional, with a small bar and a heavy breakfast room that smells of coffee and croissant. Rooms are compact and a bit dated, but beds are firm and the double-glazing keeps the square’s traffic noise at bay. It suits a short-stay traveller who needs reliable, central accommodation without frills.
Chronicles of Compiegne
Compiegne began as a Gallo-Roman settlement called Compendium, then grew around a royal palace that became a favoured summer residence for French kings. The château was rebuilt under Louis XV and was where Napoleon III signed his surrender in 1870. The city survived both world wars largely intact, preserving a mix of medieval alleyways, 18th-century townhouses and a broad pedestrian square. Today it’s a working administrative centre with a strong connection to the Armistice of 1918, signed in a railway carriage in the nearby forest.
Best Time to Visit
Full Compiegne guide →Best months
June and September: warm, settled weather with long daylight, but school-holiday families haven’t fully arrived. May is also good if you dodge the occasional late rain.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest, driven by summer holiday traffic and the city’s proximity to Paris. Hotel prices rise by 20-30% and rooms fill up, especially around Bastille Day (14 July) and local fetes in the forest.
Budget shoulder season
April, early June and September-October bring milder temperatures, lower room rates and fewer tourists. You’ll find better availability and a quieter atmosphere.
Weather & packing
Compiegne can switch from warm to damp within hours, even in summer; a light waterproof jacket or packable umbrella is non-negotiable. Pack layers: a long-sleeved top and trousers for evening, plus a pair of comfortable walking shoes for the cobbled streets.
Live City Briefing — Compiegne
- The A1 motorway north of the city is undergoing resurfacing work through summer 2026; expect delays if you’re driving, especially on weekend afternoons.
- The Musée de l’Arc de Triomphe in the forest clearing (site of the 1918 armistice) opened a redesigned exhibition hall in spring 2026, with new interactive displays on the negotiations.
- The weekly Saturday market on Place de l’Hôtel de Ville has been extended with a dedicated local-produce section; arrive before 11am for the best selection.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel du nord, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the courtyard (rear of the building). These are quieter and have better views over the rooftops and the Oise River beyond.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception and breakfast area — street noise from the Rue de la République carries through the entrance and lobby. First-floor rooms directly above the bar/restaurant can also get noisy until late.
Best views
Rooms on the fourth floor with a courtyard aspect look out over the treetops of the Parc de la 3ème Division Blindée and the spire of the Saint-Antoine church. Street-facing rooms have a view of the old facades on the rue de la République.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors are the quietest, as they're set back from street-level activity and above the restaurant's extraction fans.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main pedestrianised thoroughfare near the Place de la République, which gets early-morning deliveries and evening terrace chatter from neighbouring cafés. The bar downstairs has live music on Fridays in summer.
Insider tips
If you're driving, the hotel has no private parking — use the public pay car park under the Place de la République (2-minute walk). For a quieter stay, request a room on the courtyard side when booking, as the standard street-facing ones can be loud even with double glazing.
- 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 — Hôtel du nord
Free WiFi (up to 20 Mbps download) with simple login on network 'Hôtel du Nord'
Small lift to all three floors; limited to 2 persons or 1 person with luggage
No digital newsstand. Complimentary printed copies of Le Parisien at reception. Building dates from 1903 with original tiled lobby
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available after 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged half-night; after 14:00 charged full night
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; longer storage by prior arrangement
No step‑free entrance. One step at main door; staff provide portable ramp on request. No adapted rooms. Lift is too narrow for wheelchairs
No on‑site parking. Nearest public car park: Parking de l'Hôtel de Ville (2 min walk), €8 per night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.10 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Guarantee with credit card; €200 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mosquée Turque de Compiègne (293 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Salle du royaume des Témoins de Jéhovah (505 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Église Saint-Pierre (596 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Église Sainte-Jeanne d'Arc (683 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Marché aux Herbes — 511 m · ~6 min walk
Parc Songeons — 620 m · ~8 min walk
Musée Antoine Vivenel — 599 m · ~7 min walk
Théatre à moustaches — 649 m · ~8 min walk
Square Yves Duteil — 639 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
SG — 97 m · ~1 min walk
Pharmacie Fontaine — 277 m · ~3 min walk
Dernier Train L'epicerie Lebara — 16 m · ~1 min walk
Gare Routière — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (e.g. Société Générale, BNP Paribas) for the best rate; avoid currency exchange bureaux at train stations and tourist offices due to poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is standard for purchases under €50; American Express is rarely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: leave small change (€1–2) at a café or round up the bill in a restaurant; taxi drivers and hotel staff do not expect tips unless for exceptional service (€1–2).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso at a café counter costs about €1.20–1.50; a cappuccino or coffee with milk is €2–3.
A fixed-price menu in a brasserie or a bakery sandwich with drink costs €10–14.
A main course in a modest restaurant (e.g. pizza, steak-frites) runs €14–18.
Compiègne’s Saturday market (Place Saint-Antoine) has fresh crêpes, quiches, and rotisserie chicken; also grab a kebab or falafel from kebab shops in the town centre for €5–8.
Supermarkets: Leclerc, Carrefour, and Lidl are common; Intermarché is also present.
The town centre has chains like H&M, C&A, and Zara; the Compiègne market (Saturday mornings) has stalls with affordable clothing.
Walking is best in the town centre; bus day pass on TIC network €1.50 (single trip) or €5 for a day pass; from Paris (Charles de Gaulle Airport), take the TER train from Aéroport CDG 2 TGV station to Compiègne (€25–35, 1h15).
Eat the plat du jour at lunch for a cheaper set meal; buy a museum pass (Château de Compiègne, etc.) for multi-site discounts; drink tap water instead of bottled – it's safe and free.
Good to know — Compiegne
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Compiegne, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hôtel du nord
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · SG — 97 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Fontaine — 277 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Gare de Compiègne → Hôtel du Nord (Place de l'Hôtel de Ville)
💡 Buy tickets from the machine at the station; you can also walk in under 10 minutes if you skip the bus.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Hôtel du Nord, Compiègne
💡 Pre-book with G7 or local Compiègne taxis; fixed fares avoid surge pricing.
Beauvais Airport (BVA) → Avenue de la République, Compiègne
💡 Check Oise Mobilité for seasonal schedules; bus drops near the train station, then walk or take line A.
Gare de Paris-Nord → Gare de Compiègne
💡 Buy tickets via SNCF Connect app; the Hôtel du Nord is a 10-minute walk from the station.
About Compiegne
Wikipedia ↗
Compiègne (French pronunciation: [kɔ̃pjɛɲ] ; Picard: Compiène) is a commune in the Oise department of northern France. It is located on the river Oise, and its inhabitants are called Compiégnois ([kɔ̃pjeɲwa]).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hôtel du nord?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the courtyard (rear of the building). These are quieter and have better views over the rooftops and the Oise River beyond.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel du nord?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception and breakfast area — street noise from the Rue de la République carries through the entrance and lobby. First-floor rooms directly above the bar/restaurant can also get noisy until late.
Is Hôtel du nord noisy?
The hotel sits on a main pedestrianised thoroughfare near the Place de la République, which gets early-morning deliveries and evening terrace chatter from neighbouring cafés. The bar downstairs has live music on Fridays in summer.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel du nord?
Rooms on the fourth floor with a courtyard aspect look out over the treetops of the Parc de la 3ème Division Blindée and the spire of the Saint-Antoine church. Street-facing rooms have a view of the old facades on the rue de la République.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel du nord?
If you're driving, the hotel has no private parking — use the public pay car park under the Place de la République (2-minute walk). For a quieter stay, request a room on the courtyard side when booking, as the standard street-facing ones can be loud even with double glazing.
What time is check-in at Hôtel du nord?
Check-in at Hôtel du nord is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel du nord have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi (up to 20 Mbps download) with simple login on network 'Hôtel du Nord'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel du nord?
€1.10 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel du nord?
A fixed-price menu in a brasserie or a bakery sandwich with drink costs €10–14.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel du nord?
Walking is best in the town centre; bus day pass on TIC network €1.50 (single trip) or €5 for a day pass; from Paris (Charles de Gaulle Airport), take the TER train from Aéroport CDG 2 TGV station to Compiègne (€25–35, 1h15).
When is the best time to visit Compiegne?
June and September: warm, settled weather with long daylight, but school-holiday families haven’t fully arrived. May is also good if you dodge the occasional late rain.
Top Attractions in Compiegne
💡 The best light for photos is late afternoon, when the long shadows stretch across the canal. Free public toilets are near the palace entrance.
💡 Go on a free Sunday morning — the crowds are thin and you can linger over the detailed dioramas without rushing. The World War I section is exceptionally well done.
💡 Start from the Carrefour de la Tour des Conservateurs for the most well-marked trails. Avoid weekends in autumn when hunting is active — check local notices.
💡 Pack a picnic and use the free gardens as your starting point. Entry to the palace itself costs around €7.50, but the guided tours of the Emperor's private apartments are worth the extra few euros.
💡 Skip the paid museum unless you're a WWI buff — the free outdoor monument and interpretive panels tell the story clearly. Combine with a forest walk. Check opening hours of the museum online; the clearing is always open.