🇫🇷 Arles, France
Résidence Les Carmes
📍 Rue des Carmes, Arles, 13200
Il tuo soggiorno — Résidence Les Carmes
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La proprietà — Résidence Les Carmes
Résidence Les Carmes is a calm, cost-effective three-star set in a quiet residential quarter a 10-minute walk from the Roman arena. The lobby is small and functional, with tiled floors and a polite reception desk, not a design moment. The real USP is the private outdoor pool and terrace, which are rare for this price bracket in central Arles. It suits independent travellers who want a clean base with a pool, not a boutique experience.
Cronache di Arles
Arles was founded by the Greeks in the 6th century BCE and became a major Roman port, leaving a wealth of well-preserved monuments such as the Arena and the Théâtre Antique. In the 12th century it briefly ruled as capital of the Kingdom of Arles. The old town is a Unesco World Heritage site, and the city’s contemporary identity is shaped by its strong photography festival, Les Rencontres d’Arles, and as a gateway to the Camargue. Van Gogh’s year here in 1888–89 produced over 300 paintings of local scenes, which still draw visitors to the city’s sunlit streets.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Arles →I migliori mesi
April–May and September–October: highs of 20–25°C, lower humidity, and thinner crowds before July–August heat and the Rencontres festival.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and especially August, when Les Rencontres d’Arles photography festival (July–September) brings international crowds. Hotel prices can jump 40–60% above shoulder-season rates. The festival itself is the main driver, plus the general swell of Provençal summer tourism.
Stagione di spalla
April and October are the best budget months: still mild (15–22°C), far fewer tourists, and hotel rates often drop 25–35% from the summer peak. March and November can also work if you gamble on wetter weather.
Meteo e imballaggio
Arles has a strong Mistral wind from the north-west, which can whip through even on otherwise hot afternoons. Rule: always pack a wind-resistant jacket or scarf, even in summer, and a reusable water bottle to combat the dry air.
Briefing della città — Arles
- Les Rencontres d’Arles photography festival runs from 1 July to late September 2026; expect road closures and higher foot traffic around the exhibition venues near Place des Arènes.
- The Théâtre Antique’s summer concert series (Les Nuits de l’Histoire) takes place in July; check local listings as it can close access to the monument during evening rehearsals.
- A new cycle lane along the Rhône quays, opened in late 2025, now connects the railway station more directly to the city centre, making bike hire a practical option for quick transfers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Résidence Les Carmes, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) at the rear of the building, away from Rue des Carmes. This puts you above ground-level street noise but still easily reachable by stairs if the lift is small or slow. Rear-facing rooms overlook the inner courtyard or neighbouring rooftops, which are typically quieter in Arles' old town.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Rue des Carmes. Street-level rooms here pick up foot traffic, café noise, and early-morning delivery trucks. Also skip top-floor rooms directly under the roof if the hotel has no air conditioning—they can get very hot in summer (Arles hits 35°C+ in July).
Best views
Best view is from upper rear rooms overlooking the courtyard or the old town roofs. A front-facing room on a higher floor gives a glimpse of Rue des Carmes and the cathedral tower (if unobstructed), but at the cost of street noise.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (European numbering) are the quietest—far enough from street level but not under the roof. If the hotel has a rear wing, those rooms on these floors are best.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue des Carmes is a narrow medieval street in central Arles—expect pedestrian chatter, restaurant deliveries (6–8am), and occasional mopeds. The hotel bar or breakfast room on the ground floor may generate noise until late evening. Summer bring local festivals that can amplify street sounds into the night.
Insider tips
1) Parking is extremely tight in central Arles—book a spot at the hotel in advance, or use the nearby parking lot at Boulevard des Lices (5 mins walk). 2) Request a room with a fan or air conditioning explicitly when booking; many 3-star hotels in old buildings rely on portable units that run out quickly in high season.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Résidence Les Carmes
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed adequate for browsing and email, not for streaming
Small lift serves all floors except top-floor attic studio (accessible by stairs only)
No newspapers; free digital access to local paper via QR code in lobby
Standard check-in 15:00–19:00; early bag-drop available from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 €30 if available
Free secure storage on request at reception
Step-free access via side ramp; lift too narrow for wheelchairs; ground-floor rooms available but not fully adapted
No on-site parking; public car park Parking des Lices at 2 min walk costs €12.40 per night (open-air, gated); no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €1.10 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Full payment taken at booking; €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Église Saint-Blaise (177 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Cloître Saint-Trophime (214 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Cathédrale Saint-Trophime d'Arles (251 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Église Notre-Dame de la Major (257 m · ~3 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Jardin d'été — 152 m · ~2 min walk
Conservatoire du santon provençal — 219 m · ~3 min walk
Théâtre antique — 82 m · ~1 min walk
Jeux de table romain — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 39 m · ~1 min walk
Pharmacie de l'Hotel de Ville — 299 m · ~4 min walk
O'Delices — 377 m · ~5 min walk
Gare Routière — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in central Arles for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Gare d'Arles or tourist offices as they add high fees.
Visa/Mastercard contactless is widely accepted in shops, cafés and restaurants; Amex is rare. Small markets and some bakers prefer cash under €10.
No tipping expected; rounding up to the nearest euro for coffee or leaving small change (€1–2) for a meal is fine. Taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar costs about €1.50; sit-down café coffee is €2.50–3.
Takeaway baguette sandwich or quiche from a bakery for €6–8; a sidewalk crêpe is €5–7.
Pizza or plat du jour in a modest restaurant: €12–16 for a main.
The weekend market on Boulevard des Lices has cheap sandwiches, socca and grilled merguez; also look for food trucks near the amphitheatre on summer evenings.
Carrefour City, Intermarché and Lidl are common in and around Arles.
Chain stores like Kiabi and H&M in the centre; second-hand shops near the Place du Forum for budget finds.
Walking is free; a single bus ticket within Arles costs about €1.50. For airport connections, take the bus to Avignon TGV (€5–8) then train to Arles (€10–15).
Eat at lunchtime market stalls or bakeries instead of sit-down restaurants; buy a multi-attraction pass for Roman monuments (€10–15) to skip separate tickets; fill water bottles at public fountains.
Buono da sapere — Arles
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Arles, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Résidence Les Carmes
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 39 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie de l'Hotel de Ville — 299 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Find train tickets →Arles city centre (Place Lamartine) → Mas du Prieur (stop: Mas du Prieur)
💡 Tickets from the driver or Envia app. Bus 1 runs along Route de Crau; the stop is literally outside the hotel. Avoid Sundays when service is reduced.
Marseille Provence Airport → Arles city centre
💡 Buy tickets at the airport kiosk—cheaper than online. The bus drops you at Place Lamartine; from there, it's a 15-minute walk or quick cab to Mas du Prieur.
Avignon TGV station → Arles train station
💡 If flying into Paris, take a TGV direct to Avignon TGV (2h40), then connect. From Arles station, Mas du Prieur is a 10-minute taxi ride (€12–15).
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) → Mas du Prieur, Arles
💡 Book ahead with a local company like Taxi Arles for a fixed rate; avoid airport touts. The drive via A54 is straightforward.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Résidence Les Carmes?
Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) at the rear of the building, away from Rue des Carmes. This puts you above ground-level street noise but still easily reachable by stairs if the lift is small or slow. Rear-facing rooms overlook the inner courtyard or neighbouring rooftops, which are typically quieter in Arles' old town.
Which rooms should I avoid at Résidence Les Carmes?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Rue des Carmes. Street-level rooms here pick up foot traffic, café noise, and early-morning delivery trucks. Also skip top-floor rooms directly under the roof if the hotel has no air conditioning—they can get very hot in summer (Arles hits 35°C+ in July).
Is Résidence Les Carmes noisy?
Rue des Carmes is a narrow medieval street in central Arles—expect pedestrian chatter, restaurant deliveries (6–8am), and occasional mopeds. The hotel bar or breakfast room on the ground floor may generate noise until late evening. Summer bring local festivals that can amplify street sounds into the night.
Which rooms have the best views at Résidence Les Carmes?
Best view is from upper rear rooms overlooking the courtyard or the old town roofs. A front-facing room on a higher floor gives a glimpse of Rue des Carmes and the cathedral tower (if unobstructed), but at the cost of street noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Résidence Les Carmes?
1) Parking is extremely tight in central Arles—book a spot at the hotel in advance, or use the nearby parking lot at Boulevard des Lices (5 mins walk). 2) Request a room with a fan or air conditioning explicitly when booking; many 3-star hotels in old buildings rely on portable units that run out quickly in high season.
What time is check-in at Résidence Les Carmes?
Check-in at Résidence Les Carmes is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Résidence Les Carmes have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed adequate for browsing and email, not for streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at Résidence Les Carmes?
€1.10 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Résidence Les Carmes?
Takeaway baguette sandwich or quiche from a bakery for €6–8; a sidewalk crêpe is €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Résidence Les Carmes?
Walking is free; a single bus ticket within Arles costs about €1.50. For airport connections, take the bus to Avignon TGV (€5–8) then train to Arles (€10–15).
When is the best time to visit Arles?
April–May and September–October: highs of 20–25°C, lower humidity, and thinner crowds before July–August heat and the Rencontres festival.
Principali attrazioni a Arles
💡 Sit at Café Van Gogh (Le Café la Nuit) – it’s the one from his painting, but prices are high for drinks. For a cheaper coffee, try Bar de la Rue behind it.
💡 Open 24/7, but best at sunset. Bring water – no shade late afternoon. Few tourists know about it.
💡 Buy a combined ticket with the Théâtre Antique for €12, valid 2 days. Go early morning to avoid crowds and heat.
💡 Free to view from the rue de la Calade steps outside. If entering, the best spot is the top row of seats for a city view.
💡 Visit late afternoon for cool shade and good light for photos. Combined with the Musée de l’Arles et de la Provence antiques for €6 total.