🇫🇷 Saint-Brieuc, France
Hôtel L’Arrivée
📍 35, Rue de la Gare, Saint-Brieuc, 22000
Your stay — Hôtel L’Arrivée
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel L’Arrivée, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
To get the best experience, request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) as they tend to be quieter due to being further away from the street noise from Rue de la Gare.
Rooms to avoid
Guests may want to avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st and 2nd) as they are closer to the street and may be noisier.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Rue de la Gare does not offer a direct view of any notable landmarks or scenic views, but rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are likely to be quieter due to the hotel's layout and the distance from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests can expect some street noise from Rue de la Gare, which is a main road in Saint-Brieuc. The hotel's location near the train station may also mean some occasional train noise.
Insider tips
Arrive at the hotel early to secure a parking spot, as spaces are limited and the hotel does not have a large car park. Request a room with a window that opens to allow for some natural ventilation, which can be beneficial in the coastal climate of Saint-Brieuc.
- 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 L’Arrivée
free fibre-optic internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand with PressReader, physical papers available upon request
15:00, early bag-drop available from 12:00, late check-out until 13:00 for €20
available at reception for €5 per bag per night
step-free access to main entrance, wheelchair entries to all areas, accessible rooms available on request
on-site parking available for €15 per night, nearest public car park (Parking des Halles) is €10 per night, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.65 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église Sainte-Anne-de-Robien (464 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Église Adventiste du 7e Jour (602 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle de Saint-Charles la Providence (774 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle Saint-Guillaume (883 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Square des Français Libres — 345 m · ~4 min walk
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire des Côtes d'Armor — 868 m · ~11 min walk
Théâtre de poche — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 352 m · ~4 min walk
Pharmacie de Robien — 512 m · ~6 min walk
Carrefour Express — 604 m · ~8 min walk
Saint-Brieuc — 265 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for cash; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange counters which give poor rates.
Contactless debit/credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) widely accepted; mobile pay common in shops and cafés; small markets may require cash.
Not expected — service included. Round up for exceptional service in restaurants (€1-2); taxis and hotel staff no tip needed.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or filter coffee at a café — around €1.50–2.00.
Formule du jour (set lunch) at a brasserie — about €12–15.
Pizza or crêpe from a casual eatery — main dish around €10–13.
Limited — crêpes or galettes from stalls near the market and port area are the main cheap option, around €5–8.
Leclerc, Intermarché, Carrefour are the main budget supermarket chains in the area.
Centre commercial Géant (Les Champs) near the train station; also occasional market stalls for discounted basics.
Bus day pass €4 from TUB; airport served by taxi (€15-20) or bus line 1 (€1.50 single). No direct cheaper airport option.
1. Eat the fixed-price lunch menu rather than à la carte. 2. Buy fresh produce at the Saturday morning market (Les Halles). 3. Walk or cycle — the town centre and port are compact and flat.
Good to know — Saint-Brieuc
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
Saint-Brieuc112 is the EU-wide emergency number, works for all services. For non-urgent medical help, dial 116 117 (free, 24/7). The SAMU (ambulance) number for Saint-Brieuc is 15, and the local police can be reached at 02 96 68 11 57 (not for emergencies).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Saint-Brieuc, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hôtel L’Arrivée
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 352 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie de Robien — 512 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Saint-Brieuc Gare (bus stop 'Gare SNCF') → Auberge de Jeunesse (stop 'Vallée de la Gouédic')
💡 The hostel is uphill from the centre. Bus 1 is the most direct – but on Sundays after 19:00, it stops. Walk from the station if needed (25 min, uphill).
Saint-Brieuc Gare SNCF → Best Western le Duguesclin
💡 Bus 1 runs from Gare to Centre-Ville stop, a 2-min walk from hotel. No tickets needed on bus – use TUB app or buy at machines in Gare station.
Rennes Airport (RNS) → Best Western le Duguesclin
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Saint-Brieuc (tel: +33 2 96 33 33 33) to avoid surge pricing. Drivers expect cash or card.
Rennes Airport (RNS) → Saint-Brieuc Gare SNCF
💡 Buy ticket via BreizhGo app or driver (card accepted). Alight at Gare SNCF, then the hotel is a 6-min walk east along Rue de la Gare.
CDG Airport (Terminal 2 or 3 bus stop) → Saint-Brieuc bus station (Gare Routière)
💡 If you land at CDG and can't get a direct bus, take the TGV from Aéroport CDG 2 TGV station (under the terminal) to Saint-Brieuc. Cost from €39, 2h45, 4–6 trains daily.
Rennes Gare (Rennes station) → Saint-Brieuc Gare (Saint-Brieuc station)
💡 Book at least 2–3 days ahead on SNCF Connect for the €20 'Ouigo' or 'mini-prix' fares. Rennes is an easy airport-to-train connection via CDG's TGV platform.
Rennes Airport (RNS) → Saint-Brieuc Gare SNCF
💡 Take shuttle bus C1 from airport to Rennes Gare (15 min, €1.70), then TGV to Saint-Brieuc. Book TGV early on sncf-connect.com for cheapest fares.
Saint-Brieuc Gare (taxi rank outside station) → Auberge de Jeunesse Saint-Brieuc (4 rue de la Vallée de la Gouédic)
💡 Flag a taxi from the rank; fixed fare for short trips (about €8–10). No Uber in Saint-Brieuc. Save the hostel's number: +33 2 96 61 26 19 – they can book a taxi or pick up a phone.
About Saint-Brieuc
Wikipedia ↗
Saint-Brieuc (French: [sɛ̃ bʁijø] ; Breton: Sant-Brieg [sãnt ˈbriːɛk]; Gallo: Saint-Berieu) is a city in the Côtes-d'Armor department in Brittany in northwestern France.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hôtel L’Arrivée?
To get the best experience, request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) as they tend to be quieter due to being further away from the street noise from Rue de la Gare.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel L’Arrivée?
Guests may want to avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st and 2nd) as they are closer to the street and may be noisier.
Is Hôtel L’Arrivée noisy?
Guests can expect some street noise from Rue de la Gare, which is a main road in Saint-Brieuc. The hotel's location near the train station may also mean some occasional train noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel L’Arrivée?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Rue de la Gare does not offer a direct view of any notable landmarks or scenic views, but rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel L’Arrivée?
Arrive at the hotel early to secure a parking spot, as spaces are limited and the hotel does not have a large car park. Request a room with a window that opens to allow for some natural ventilation, which can be beneficial in the coastal climate of Saint-Brieuc.
What time is check-in at Hôtel L’Arrivée?
Check-in at Hôtel L’Arrivée is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel L’Arrivée have Wi-Fi?
free fibre-optic internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel L’Arrivée?
€1.65 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel L’Arrivée?
Formule du jour (set lunch) at a brasserie — about €12–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel L’Arrivée?
Bus day pass €4 from TUB; airport served by taxi (€15-20) or bus line 1 (€1.50 single). No direct cheaper airport option.
Top Attractions in Saint-Brieuc
💡 Arrive by 9am for the best selection of fresh oysters from the bay. The crepe stall at the far end is cheapest at lunchtime.
💡 Look for the small carved mermaid on the exterior south wall, near the porch. It's a local folklore reference and easy to miss.
💡 Go before 11am to see the oyster shuckers and pick up a paper cone of freshly cooked prawns for a cheap snack.
💡 Go in late afternoon for the best light on the Gulf of Saint-Malo. Bring your own snack—the café is overpriced.
💡 Look for the 14th-century fresco of Saint Yves hidden behind the organ loft. Best light for photos is mid-morning.
💡 Walk the 2km loop at low tide to see the old slipways. Avoid the path after heavy rain—it gets muddy and slippery.
💡 Check the small side chapels for the unusual modern windows by Jean Bazaine; they are subtle and easy to miss.
💡 Start at the old station building (now a bike repair shed) and walk south; after 1km you'll reach a small waterfall visible from a wooden bridge.