🇫🇷 Nancy, France
Hôtel Revotel
📍 41-43 rue Raymond Poincaré, Nancy, 54000
Your stay — Hôtel Revotel
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The Property — Hôtel Revotel
Hôtel Revotel is a basic two-star on the eastern fringe of Nancy, near the Technopôle. The lobby feels like a functional waiting room – clean, beige, with a key-drop box and a vending machine. Its USP is price and proximity to the A33 motorway, making it a sensible pitstop for drivers passing through rather than a destination stay.
Chronicles of Nancy
Nancy was founded around an 11th-century ducal castle and grew rich as the capital of the Duchy of Lorraine. Its architectural showpiece is the 18th-century Place Stanislas, a UNESCO World Heritage site of gilded wrought-iron gates and neoclassical buildings commissioned by the exiled Polish king. The city later became a centre of Art Nouveau, with the Villa Majorelle and the Musée de l'École de Nancy preserving that legacy. Today Nancy balances a student-humming energy with a conservative local identity, known for its quiche, Bergamot sweets and the annual Saint-Nicolas fair.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nancy guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm but not oppressively hot weather and fewer local holidaymakers. The gardens and squares are in full bloom, and terrace life hums without peak-season crowding.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season: the Bastille Day fireworks on the 14th pack the streets, and the Nancy Jazz Pulsations festival runs late September into October. Hotel prices jump 30–50% in July and again during jazz weekends, so book early for the cheapest rooms.
Budget shoulder season
Late August and mid-October are the best budget shoulder months. Hotels drop rates, the weather stays mild for walking tours, and the crowds thin out significantly after the summer break.
Weather & packing
Nancy has a continental climate with sudden afternoon thunderstorms, especially in July. Pack a compact waterproof jacket and light layers – you will need both a sun hat one hour and a raincoat the next.
Live City Briefing — Nancy
- The Place Stanislas pedestrianisation continues in 2026: the central square is fully car-free for summer, with extended outdoor café seating and occasional light shows in the evenings.
- Tram line 1 is currently being extended to the Hôpital Central stop, causing minor disruptions on the eastern route to the Technopôle from July 2026 – check for temporary bus replacements.
- The Musée de l'École de Nancy opens a new temporary exhibition on Art Nouveau furniture in July 2026, timed for the summer tourist season.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel Revotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard (rear of the building). These floors are far enough from street-level noise and the lift stops primarily on lower floors, so the vibration is minimal. The courtyard side avoids the 41-43 rue Raymond Poincaré traffic—a busy arterial road connecting the city centre to the gare.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground level) facing the street. These rooms sit directly above the pavement and pick up full traffic noise from the two-lane road, plus any foot traffic from the adjacent shops and cafe at number 41. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor—the old lift mechanism in a 2-star hotel tends to clank and vibrate.
Best views
The best view is from a 4th-floor street-facing room if you value daylight over silence—you'll see the leafy Boulevard Poincaré and the occasional tram passing on the line to Nancy-Ville station. But the courtyard view is a calm, unremarkable back alley with a few trees and washing lines.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest. They sit above the typical street noise height and below the roof, which may have a simple structural slab (no heavy insulation in a budget hotel). Floor 5, if it exists, might get some roof-top equipment hum from the building's ventilation.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue Raymond Poincaré is a main thoroughfare connecting the city centre to the station (Gare de Nancy-Ville). Expect continuous car, bus, and taxi noise from 6am to midnight, with peaks during weekday rush hours. The hotel's entrance at number 43 means foot traffic from the public parking entrance next door. There is no bar or service lift noise in a 2-star; the only source is the lift motor.
Insider tips
1. Park at the public car park 'Parking Poincaré' (entrance on Rue Raymond Poincaré, about 50m south of the hotel). It's cheaper than private lots and safe. 2. Ask at check-in for a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the courtyard; they rarely give these out automatically but will switch if you mention you're a light sleeper.
- 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 Revotel
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed adequate for browsing and email but not streaming; login via room number.
Yes, a lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 for €10 per hour, subject to availability.
Free baggage storage available at reception after check-out.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted rooms or grab rails in standard bathrooms.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parking Charles III (€15 for 24 hours) at 54 Rue Charles III, 5-min walk; secure but no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.99 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: A pre-authorisation of €50 on a credit card is taken at check-in for incidentals; no advance deposit required.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Temple Saint-Jean (335 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Église Saint-Léon IX (358 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Église Évangélique Baptiste de Nancy (595 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Église Adventiste (614 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre commercial Saint-Sébastien — 722 m · ~9 min walk
Parc Blondlot — 169 m · ~2 min walk
Musée des Beaux-Arts — 816 m · ~10 min walk
Salle Poirel — 260 m · ~3 min walk
Esplanade de la Convention Internationale des Droits de l'Enfant — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 232 m · ~3 min walk
Pharmacie de la Gare — 210 m · ~3 min walk
Bon app ! — 138 m · ~2 min walk
Nancy — 184 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Gare de Nancy or tourist spots as they have poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard contactless is widely accepted in supermarkets, bakeries, and most restaurants; American Express less common. Mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) works wherever contactless is accepted.
Service is included by law in restaurants, but leaving a few euros in change is appreciated for good service. Taxi drivers don't expect a tip, but rounding up to the nearest euro is fine. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag for porters, €2–5 per stay for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A short espresso (café) at a standard bar or brasserie costs about €1.20–€1.50; sitting at a table may add €0.50–€1.
Formule déjeuner at a bistro or café (starter + main or main + dessert) for around €12–€15.
A main course at a modest pizzeria or crêperie: about €10–€14.
Kebab shops and falafel stands are common in the city centre, particularly near Place Saint-Epvre; a kebab sandwich costs €5–€7.
Supermarket chains: Carrefour Market (often small 'City' format), Lidl, and Intermarché are common in the area; the closest to 41–43 Rue Raymond Poincaré is likely a Carrefour City.
Affordable high-street shopping is along Rue Saint-Jean and Rue des Écuries; chains like Zara, H&M, and C&A are there; for cheaper options, the Auchan hypermarket at centre commercial Saint-Sébastien has budget clothing.
The cheapest way around Nancy city centre is walking (most attractions are compact). A single bus/tram ticket (STAN network) costs €1.50; a carnet of 10 tickets costs €12. From the nearest airport (likely Metz-Nancy-Lorraine), the cheapest way is the airport shuttle bus to Nancy Gare (€5–€6 one-way) – a taxi costs about €50–€60.
1. Buy lunch at a boulangerie (sandwich €4–€6) instead of a sit-down restaurant. 2. Use the city's free walking map and self-guided tour of Art Nouveau buildings – many are free to view from the outside. 3. Shop for groceries at Lidl or Carrefour Market rather than the small convenience stores for cheaper basics.
Good to know — Nancy
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nancy, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hôtel Revotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 232 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie de la Gare — 210 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Nancy-Ville station (Gare) stop → Saint-Georges stop (closest to hotel)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine at the station (cash or card). The tram runs right past Place Stanislas; from Saint-Georges, it’s a 2-minute walk to the hotel. Validate your ticket onboard.
Vandoeuvre-Chu bus stop (near Brabois Hospital) → Place Stanislas stop
💡 Useful if you’re arriving from the Brabois area or the university. Get a day pass (€3.80) if you’ll ride more than twice. The bus drops you right at the square, then walk 200m to Rue Maréchal Oudinot.
Gare de Paris-Est → Gare de Nancy-Ville
💡 Book on SNCF Connect at least 2 weeks ahead for the cheapest Ouigo or TGV tickets. From Nancy station, it’s a 10-minute walk down Rue Saint-Jean to the hotel.
Lorraine TGV Station (Luxembourg border) or Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport (ETZ) → Hôtel de Flore, 15 Rue Maréchal Oudinot, Nancy
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Stan or Nancy Taxi for a fixed rate from ETZ airport (around €60). The hotel is in the city centre; drivers know the pedestrianised zone.
About Nancy
Wikipedia ↗
Nancy is the prefecture of the northeastern French department of Meurthe-et-Moselle, located in the Grand Est region (in the historical region of Lorraine). The city is situated on the left bank of the Meurthe. The metropolitan area of Nancy had a population of 508,793 inhabitants as of 2021, making...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hôtel Revotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard (rear of the building). These floors are far enough from street-level noise and the lift stops primarily on lower floors, so the vibration is minimal. The courtyard side avoids the 41-43 rue Raymond Poincaré traffic—a busy arterial road connecting the city centre to the gare.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel Revotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground level) facing the street. These rooms sit directly above the pavement and pick up full traffic noise from the two-lane road, plus any foot traffic from the adjacent shops and cafe at number 41. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor—the old lift mechanism in a 2-star hotel tends to clank and vibrate.
Is Hôtel Revotel noisy?
Rue Raymond Poincaré is a main thoroughfare connecting the city centre to the station (Gare de Nancy-Ville). Expect continuous car, bus, and taxi noise from 6am to midnight, with peaks during weekday rush hours. The hotel's entrance at number 43 means foot traffic from the public parking entrance next door. There is no bar or service lift noise in a 2-star; the only source is the lift motor.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel Revotel?
The best view is from a 4th-floor street-facing room if you value daylight over silence—you'll see the leafy Boulevard Poincaré and the occasional tram passing on the line to Nancy-Ville station. But the courtyard view is a calm, unremarkable back alley with a few trees and washing lines.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel Revotel?
1. Park at the public car park 'Parking Poincaré' (entrance on Rue Raymond Poincaré, about 50m south of the hotel). It's cheaper than private lots and safe. 2. Ask at check-in for a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the courtyard; they rarely give these out automatically but will switch if you mention you're a light sleeper.
What time is check-in at Hôtel Revotel?
Check-in at Hôtel Revotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel Revotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed adequate for browsing and email but not streaming; login via room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel Revotel?
€0.99 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel Revotel?
Formule déjeuner at a bistro or café (starter + main or main + dessert) for around €12–€15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel Revotel?
The cheapest way around Nancy city centre is walking (most attractions are compact). A single bus/tram ticket (STAN network) costs €1.50; a carnet of 10 tickets costs €12. From the nearest airport (likely Metz-Nancy-Lorraine), the cheapest way is the airport shuttle bus to Nancy Gare (€5–€6 one-way) – a taxi costs about €50–€60.
When is the best time to visit Nancy?
May, June and September offer warm but not oppressively hot weather and fewer local holidaymakers. The gardens and squares are in full bloom, and terrace life hums without peak-season crowding.
Top Attractions in Nancy
💡 Free guided tours of the park's botanical collection happen on the first Saturday of each month at 2pm.
💡 Cross the small footbridge behind the gate for the best photo angle, especially at dusk.
💡 Visit at 10pm on a summer evening for the sound-and-light show projected onto the buildings.
💡 Free on the first Sunday of each month. Also free for EU residents under 26.
💡 Book ahead online—tickets often sell out on weekends. The garden is free to walk on your own.