🇫🇷 Avignon, France
Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis
📍 20, Rue du Portail Boquier, Avignon, 84000
Dein Aufenthalt — Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis
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Das Eigentum — Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis
A 17th-century cardinal's palace turned four-star hotel, all stone vaults, cloister garden and courtyard silence two minutes from the Palais des Papes. The lobby still smells of incense and old stone, with a modern bar tucked under the arches. It suits Culture-trippers who want historic character over chain-hotel polish; the USP is sleeping inside a listed monument without the museum hush.
Chroniken von Avignon
Avignon was a modest Roman town on the Rhône until 1309, when Pope Clement V fled Rome's chaos and set up the papal court here. For most of the 14th century, seven successive popes ruled Christendom from the Palais des Papes, a fortress-palace that still dominates the skyline. The city remained papal property until the French Revolution, which is why its ramparts and medieval core survive so intact. Today it's a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for theatre (the month-long Festival d'Avignon in July) and for the broken bridge of the song 'Sur le Pont d'Avignon'.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Avignon-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and September: 22-26°C, long daylight, lavender fields in bloom (June-July) but before the July crowd surge. Provencal markets are full of cherries and melons; terrace tables are easy to get.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the absolute peak because of the Festival d'Avignon (theatre, dance, street performances; 7–27 July 2026). The city's population triples. Hotel prices at Cloître Saint-Louis can double from their May rate, and booking a year ahead is wise. Even the cloister garden gets crowded at breakfast.
Budget Schulter Saison
October: 18-22°C, harvest festivals, wine fairs, no queues at the Palais des Papes. Hotel rates drop 30-40% from July's highs. The mistral wind can pick up, but it clears the sky to sharp blue. Good-value alternative: April (still cool, but spring flowers).
Wetter & Verpackung
Avignon sits in a rain-shadow of the Alps and gets the violent, dry mistral wind that can gust to 100 km/h. Pack a windproof jacket even in July: you'll need it crossing the Rhône bridges or walking the ramparts. And always have a sun hat and reusable water bottle — the heat is dry but intense by midday.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Avignon
- The Avignon tram line T1 extension to the train station is complete, but the central Place de l'Horloge pedestrian zone is still undergoing pavement works until mid-2026 — expect some noise and detours from the hotel's front door.
- The Palais des Papes has launched a new augmented-reality tour in English and French for summer 2026, focusing on the papal kitchens and the frescoes in the Grand Tinel.
- The Festival d'Avignon's 2026 programme includes a major Shakespeare cycle in the Cour d'Honneur; street performances will block many small streets in the old town from late afternoon. Plan evening walks accordingly.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis, 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 interior courtyard (if available) – these upper floors are quieter and have better light, away from street-level bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms by the street (Rue du Portail Boquier) – higher foot traffic and delivery noise; also skip rooms near the lift shaft on floors 1-2 as the motor hum can be audible in older buildings.
Best views
Corner rooms on the 3rd floor facing south-west offer partial views over the old city rooftops and the Palais des Papes, but no full landmark vistas from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally the quietest – furthest from street and lobby activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue du Portail Boquier is a narrow one-way street with daytime pedestrian and moped traffic, plus bin collections early morning (around 6-7am). The hotel’s bar/restaurant downstairs can generate chatter until 11pm.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, pre-book parking at Parking Jean Jaurès (5 min walk) – it’s cheaper than valet and you avoid the limited access zone. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side in booking notes – no view but far quieter than the street side.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis
Free for all guests; no speed cap, typically 50 Mbps; no login constraints—just accept T&Cs
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Free digital newspaper kiosk (PressReader) on hotel tablet in lobby; no printed papers
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 09:00; late check-out until 13:00 for €50, after 13:00 for full night
Complimentary, available 08:00–22:00, locked room; out-of-hours ask at front desk or use self-service area
Step-free from street via ramp at side entrance; lift to all rooms; one accessible room (310) with roll-in shower and grab rails; no pool hoist
No on-site parking; Valet parking available €30 per night (reserve ahead). Public car park: Parking Cloître Saint-Louis (20m from hotel) €25 per 24h. No EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: Full first night charged as guarantee at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- 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)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
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 Minuten 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
Geld & Währung
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.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem 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.
Gut zu wissen — Avignon
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
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 Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis
🕒 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 →Umher zu kommen
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.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the interior courtyard (if available) – these upper floors are quieter and have better light, away from street-level bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
Avoid ground-floor rooms by the street (Rue du Portail Boquier) – higher foot traffic and delivery noise; also skip rooms near the lift shaft on floors 1-2 as the motor hum can be audible in older buildings.
Is Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis noisy?
Rue du Portail Boquier is a narrow one-way street with daytime pedestrian and moped traffic, plus bin collections early morning (around 6-7am). The hotel’s bar/restaurant downstairs can generate chatter until 11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
Corner rooms on the 3rd floor facing south-west offer partial views over the old city rooftops and the Palais des Papes, but no full landmark vistas from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
1. If arriving by car, pre-book parking at Parking Jean Jaurès (5 min walk) – it’s cheaper than valet and you avoid the limited access zone. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side in booking notes – no view but far quieter than the street side.
What time is check-in at Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
Check-in at Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; no speed cap, typically 50 Mbps; no login constraints—just accept T&Cs
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
€2.00 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
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 Hôtel Cloître Saint-Louis?
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?
May and September: 22-26°C, long daylight, lavender fields in bloom (June-July) but before the July crowd surge. Provencal markets are full of cherries and melons; terrace tables are easy to get.
Top-Attraktionen 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.