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부동산 — Appotel

Appotel is a no-frills 3-star on a quiet side street a 15-minute walk from Tours’ cathedral. The lobby feels functional and bright – tiled floors, a small seating area, a rack of local brochures. It suits the practical traveller who wants clean, simple rooms within walking distance of the city centre, not atmosphere or luxury.

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Tours 연대기

Tours grew from a Roman settlement, Caesarodunum, on the Loire’s north bank. Its medieval heyday saw it as a powerful archbishopric and a stop on the pilgrimage route to Santiago. The half-timbered houses and narrow streets of the old town date largely from the 15th and 16th centuries, while the grand cathedral was built over four centuries. Today, Tours is the gateway to the Loire Valley châteaux and a university city with a lively food market and a strong literary heritage – Balzac and Ronsard lived here.

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최고의 달

June, July, and August – warm, long days perfect for châteaux and Loire bike rides, though August gets busiest.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

July–August – peak tourist season, driven by good weather and the ‘Fête de la Musique’ (21 June) and Tours’ own summer festivals. Hotel prices rise by 30–50%, and advance booking is essential.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

May and September – mild weather, lower prices, fewer crowds. September still has good warmth for vineyard tours and garden visits.

날씨 & 포장

Tours has a temperate climate, but July can be hot (30°C+) and thunderstorms are possible. Pack a light rain jacket and layers for cooler evenings, plus comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Tours

  • Tours’ tramway line A extension to the southern suburbs is wrapping up, causing some road closures around Gare de Tours – check journey times if arriving by train.
  • The new ‘Cité du Vin’ exhibition space near the cathedral opens in spring 2026, adding a wine-tasting centre to the old town.
  • From 1 July 2026, the Loire à Vélo cycle route is fully re-signed after flood repairs, making it easy to ride to Chenonceaux or Amboise.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Appotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on an upper floor (above the 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may experience noise from the street and service entrance. The hotel's lift is likely to be located on one of the lower floors, which might cause some disturbance. Additionally, rooms on the 5th floor or higher will offer a better view of the city, taking advantage of the hotel's central location in Tours.

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Rooms to avoid

Rooms on the first floor, possibly near the service entrance, may be noisier due to foot traffic and potential delivery noise. Avoid rooms facing the street, especially during peak hours, as it may be loud.

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Best views

Rooms on the 5th floor or higher will offer a view of the city, with a possible glimpse of the Loire River or the surrounding rooftops.

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Quietest floors

4th floor and above

🔊 Noise notes

Street noise is a possibility, especially during peak hours, and the sound of the lift may be audible on lower floors.

Insider tips

Take advantage of the hotel's central location by walking to the nearby Saint-Gatien Cathedral and the Loire River. If you're driving, consider parking in one of the nearby public parking lots, as on-street parking in Tours can be challenging and subject to time limits.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — Appotel

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Wi-Fi

free fibre-optic WiFi in public areas and rooms, 1 GB per device, no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader, no physical papers

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Check-in / Check-out

check-in from 15:00, 08:00 early bag-drop available; late check-out until 13:00 is €20 (Monday to Thursday) and €30 (Friday to Sunday)

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Baggage Storage

available 24/7, €5 per bag per day

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair-friendly entrance, accessible rooms available on request

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Parking

on-site parking €15 per night; nearest public car park 'Station de Tourisme' is 5 minutes' walk away, €12 per day; no EV charging on site

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: €0.88 per person per night (for stays up to 4 nights) and €1.06 per person per night (for stays of 5 nights and over)

Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit, €100 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리

  • Church: Église Saint-Étienne (61 m · ~1 min walk)
  • Buddhist temple: DHAGPO Tours (299 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Synagogue: Synagogue de Tours (359 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: Église Tours Métropole (489 m · ~6 min walk)

지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션

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Shopping

Passage du Palais — 461 m · ~6 min walk

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Walking & Running

Place du 4 Septembre — 234 m · ~3 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Musée des Beaux-Arts — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Comédie de Tours — 193 m · ~2 min walk

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 442 m · ~6 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Pharmacie Normale — 145 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

Odama Exotique — 201 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Tours — 368 m · ~5 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Euro (EUR)

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Where to exchange

Travellers can exchange currency at the airport, but expect lower rates. Local bureaux de change near the city centre offer better rates.

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Cards & contactless

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but some smaller shops and cafes may only accept cash. Mobile payment options like Apple Pay and Google Pay are becoming more common.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping in France is generally 5-10% in restaurants and cafes, and 1-2 euros for taxi drivers.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

A typical coffee costs around 2-3 euros at a café or bakery, with many cafes offering a 'café express' option for around 1 euro.

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Best-value lunch

A baguette sandwich or a bowl of soup at a café or street food stall costs around 5-7 euros.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a budget restaurant or bistro costs around 10-15 euros, with a three-course menu at around 20-25 euros.

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Street food & cheap eats

Street food is available at the Marché de Tours, a bustling marketplace with a variety of food stalls and vendors.

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Budget groceries

Auchan and Intermarché are common budget supermarket chains in the area.

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Affordable clothes

Affordable high-street shopping can be found at the Centre Commercial Carrières, a large outdoor shopping centre.

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Cheapest way around

A day pass for public transportation costs around 7 euros, with a single ticket costing 1.50 euros. The cheapest way to get to the city from the airport is by bus (line 23), costing around 1.50 euros.

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Money-saving tips

Buy a carnet of 10 tickets for public transportation to save money.Shop at local markets and street food stalls for fresh and affordable produce.Consider a picnic in a park or by the river instead of eating out for lunch.

아는 것이 좋다 — Tours

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Plugs & power

Type C/E · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Tours
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Police
17
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Ambulance / Medical
15
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Fire Department
18

From a mobile or non-French SIM, dial 112 for all emergencies. For the local police station in Tours, call +33 2 47 31 17 17.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Les Beaux gosses regional;sandwich
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Outback Bar Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Le Puits sait tout Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Le Café Chaud Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Mr Bob Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Bistro de l'Avenue Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Crêperie Bilien crepe
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Le Turon Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tours, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Appotel

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 442 m · ~6 min walkpharmacy · Pharmacie Normale — 145 m · ~2 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

Find train tickets →
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Fil Bleu Airport Shuttle (Line 2 or 5) €1.80

Aéroport Tours Val de Loire (bus stop 'Aéroport') → Gare de Tours (train station—200m walk to hotel)

30 min · Every 30–45 minutes, 6:00–20:00 · Monday–Saturday 6:00–20:00; Sunday limited service 7:00–19:30

💡 Buy a ticket at the automated machine near the stop (coins only) or via the Fil Bleu app. The bus drops at Gare de Tours: walk down Rue de la Gare—the hotel is opposite the station entrance.

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Tramway Line A (Local Transit) €1.80

Gare de Tours (tram stop 'Gare de Tours') → Various spots across Tours (e.g., Université, Charcot, Vaucanson)

30 min · Every 6–10 minutes peak, 15 minutes off-peak · 4:30–0:30 (Mon–Sat), 5:30–0:30 (Sun)

💡 The tram is the best way to reach the old town (stop 'Place Jean Jaurès'—10 min walk) or the Palais des Congrès. Buy a 10-trip Carnet (€14.40) if staying multiple days—valid on bus and tram. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard.

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TGV/Ter from Paris or Other Cities to Tours €15 (early booking Paris–Tours)

Main French cities (e.g., Paris Montparnasse, Bordeaux, Lyon) → Gare de Tours (directly opposite the hotel)

65 min · Hourly from Paris, less frequent from other cities · First train ~6:00, last ~22:00 (check SNCF Connect)

💡 TGV from Paris Montparnasse takes 1h05—book at least 2 weeks ahead for €15–30 fares. The hotel is literally across the street from platform 1 exit. Avoid the slow TER regional trains from Paris (3 hours).

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Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport to Hotel Transfer €25

Tours Val de Loire Airport → BestWestern Plus L'Artist Hôtel (1 Rue de la Gare, Tours Centre)

15 min · On demand · 24/7—pre-book for arrivals after 22:00

💡 Fixed-rate taxi stand outside arrivals; confirm price before getting in. The hotel is 10 minutes from the airport by the D910 road.

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Tours 소개

Wikipedia ↗
Tours, France — city travel guide

Tours ( TOOR; French: [tuʁ] ) is the largest city in the region of Centre-Val de Loire, France. It is the prefecture of the department of Indre-et-Loire. The commune of Tours had 138,668 inhabitants as of 2022 while the population of the whole metropolitan area was 526,370. Tours sits on the lower r...

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Population 202
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Region Centre-Val de Loire

자주 묻는 질문

What are the best rooms at Appotel?

Request a room on an upper floor (above the 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may experience noise from the street and service entrance. The hotel's lift is likely to be located on one of the lower floors, which might cause some disturbance. Additionally, rooms on the 5th floor or higher will offer a better view of the city, taking advantage of the hotel's central location in Tours.

Which rooms should I avoid at Appotel?

Rooms on the first floor, possibly near the service entrance, may be noisier due to foot traffic and potential delivery noise. Avoid rooms facing the street, especially during peak hours, as it may be loud.

Is Appotel noisy?

Street noise is a possibility, especially during peak hours, and the sound of the lift may be audible on lower floors.

Which rooms have the best views at Appotel?

Rooms on the 5th floor or higher will offer a view of the city, with a possible glimpse of the Loire River or the surrounding rooftops.

What are insider tips for staying at Appotel?

Take advantage of the hotel's central location by walking to the nearby Saint-Gatien Cathedral and the Loire River. If you're driving, consider parking in one of the nearby public parking lots, as on-street parking in Tours can be challenging and subject to time limits.

What time is check-in at Appotel?

Check-in at Appotel is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Appotel have Wi-Fi?

free fibre-optic WiFi in public areas and rooms, 1 GB per device, no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at Appotel?

€0.88 per person per night (for stays up to 4 nights) and €1.06 per person per night (for stays of 5 nights and over)

Where can I eat cheaply near Appotel?

A baguette sandwich or a bowl of soup at a café or street food stall costs around 5-7 euros.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Appotel?

A day pass for public transportation costs around 7 euros, with a single ticket costing 1.50 euros. The cheapest way to get to the city from the airport is by bus (line 23), costing around 1.50 euros.

When is the best time to visit Tours?

June, July, and August – warm, long days perfect for châteaux and Loire bike rides, though August gets busiest.

Tours 주요 관광지

Place Plumereau Free

💡 Skip the tourist-trap crêperies near the fountain. Head to 'Le Vieux Mûrier' on the north side for a decent galette at €10. The square is busiest between 19:00 and 21:00.

Cathédrale Saint-Gatien Free

💡 Step behind the altar to see the 13th-century 'Tree of Jesse' window. Climb the north tower for a view of the Loire (small fee, but the nave is free).

Basilique Saint-Martin Free

💡 Go to the crypt (free) to see the original tomb. The Sunday morning mass at 10:30 includes a small choir—worth timing your visit.

Jardin Botanique de Tours Free

💡 Visit in spring when the magnolias are in bloom. The greenhouse is only open on weekend afternoons.

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours

💡 The permanent collection is free every first Sunday of the month. The garden's cedar of Lebanon, planted in 1804, is worth a look.

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