🇫🇷 Saint-Quentin, France
Le Picardy
📍 Saint-Quentin
Photo: official website
Your stay — Le Picardy
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Le Picardy, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th) to minimize street noise, as the hotel is located on a busy street in Saint-Quentin. These rooms are also likely to be closer to the lift, making it easier to access the hotel's amenities.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as they may be noisier due to frequent use, and rooms on lower floors (1st or 2nd) which are closer to the street and may experience more noise from pedestrians and traffic.
Best views
Rooms with a north-facing orientation may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, while rooms with a south-facing orientation may receive more sunlight.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above are likely to be quieter, given the hotel's layout and the fact that the lift is situated on the lower floors.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location on a busy street in Saint-Quentin means that rooms may experience some street noise, particularly during rush hour or late at night.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, be aware that parking may be limited in the surrounding area, so it's best to arrive early to secure a spot. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour reception to check-in at your convenience, even if you arrive late at night.
- 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 — Le Picardy
Free Fibre-optic Wi-Fi (up to 100 Mbps) on all devices without login constraints
servicing all floors; historic building with original staircase in lobby
Complimentary access to PressReader on in-room tablets; no physical newspapers available
14h00 to 21h00; early bag-drop available from 10h00; late check-out until 14h00 (€50 fee)
available 24/7 in basement level; €10 per day
Step-free access via main entrance; wheelchair-accessible rooms available on request; no structural limitations
On-site parking €20 per night; nearest public car park 'Parking Saint-Quentin' €15 per day (10-minute walk); no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.65 per person, per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit; €200 incidental card hold at check-in (€200 refundable)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chapelle de la Charité (269 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Temple protestant (383 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Basilique Saint-Quentin (556 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée Ayasofya (DITIB Saint-Quentin) (986 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Square Winston Churchill — 630 m · ~8 min walk
Espace Saint-Jacques — 271 m · ~3 min walk
Théâtre Jean Vilar — 207 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banque populaire — 191 m · ~2 min walk
Pharmacie du Centre — 238 m · ~3 min walk
Carrefour City — 216 m · ~3 min walk
Saint-Quentin — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at the airport or at a local bank, but rates may be poorer than at a town centre bureau de change. Be cautious of commission fees.
Most cafes, restaurants, and shops accept major credit and debit cards, including contactless payments. Mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and cafes is considered polite. For taxis, rounding up the fare is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a typical café serving a coffee for around €2-3, often including a pastry.
A baguette with cheese and ham from a bakery or a street food stall costs around €5-6.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant can cost around €15-20.
The market on Rue de la République offers a variety of street food options, including crepes and waffles.
Carrefour Market and Intermarché are two budget supermarket chains with locations in Saint-Quentin.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Galeries Lafayette and Le Printemps department stores.
A day pass for public transport costs €6.30, and the cheapest way to get to the city from the airport is by taking bus 12, which costs €1.60.
Buy a Carnet de 10 tickets for public transport to save money, use the local market for fresh produce, and consider purchasing a rechargeable transport card for convenient travel.
Good to know — Saint-Quentin
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Saint-Quentin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Le Picardy
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banque populaire — 191 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie du Centre — 238 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Gare de Saint-Quentin → Hostel stop: 'Place de l'Hôtel de Ville'
💡 Buy a carnet of 10 tickets from the station tabac for €11. The hostel is a 2-min walk from the stop; ask driver to announce 'Mairie'.
Paris (Bercy or Porte de la Villette) → Saint-Quentin bus station
💡 Book a week ahead for €10 tickets. The stop is a 15-min walk from the hostel; taxi from there is €6.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Auberge de jeunesse de Saint-Quentin
💡 Flat rate from CDG to Saint-Quentin is €160. For budget, take RER B to Paris Nord then TER (€45 total).
Paris Gare du Nord → Gare de Saint-Quentin
💡 Buy tickets on the SNCF app for the best price; avoid peak 08:00–09:00 if you want a seat.
About Saint-Quentin
Wikipedia ↗
Saint-Quentin (French: [sɛ̃ kɑ̃tɛ̃] ; Picard: Saint-Kintin; older Dutch: Sint-Kwintens [sɪnt ˈkʋɪntəns]) is a city in the Aisne department, Hauts-de-France, northern France. It has been identified as the Augusta Veromanduorum of antiquity. It is named after Saint Quentin of Amiens, who is said to h...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Le Picardy?
Request rooms on the higher floors (4th or 5th) to minimize street noise, as the hotel is located on a busy street in Saint-Quentin. These rooms are also likely to be closer to the lift, making it easier to access the hotel's amenities.
Which rooms should I avoid at Le Picardy?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as they may be noisier due to frequent use, and rooms on lower floors (1st or 2nd) which are closer to the street and may experience more noise from pedestrians and traffic.
Is Le Picardy noisy?
The hotel's location on a busy street in Saint-Quentin means that rooms may experience some street noise, particularly during rush hour or late at night.
Which rooms have the best views at Le Picardy?
Rooms with a north-facing orientation may offer views of the surrounding cityscape, while rooms with a south-facing orientation may receive more sunlight.
What are insider tips for staying at Le Picardy?
1. If you're driving, be aware that parking may be limited in the surrounding area, so it's best to arrive early to secure a spot. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour reception to check-in at your convenience, even if you arrive late at night.
What time is check-in at Le Picardy?
Check-in at Le Picardy is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Le Picardy have Wi-Fi?
Free Fibre-optic Wi-Fi (up to 100 Mbps) on all devices without login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Le Picardy?
€1.65 per person, per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Le Picardy?
A baguette with cheese and ham from a bakery or a street food stall costs around €5-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Le Picardy?
A day pass for public transport costs €6.30, and the cheapest way to get to the city from the airport is by taking bus 12, which costs €1.60.
Top Attractions in Saint-Quentin
💡 Pick up the free audio guide from the tourist office across the square—it explains the bizarre crypt where Saint Quentin's bones were kept in a barrel.
💡 The bandstand hosts free concerts on summer Sunday afternoons; check the schedule at the park kiosk.
💡 Visit on Saturday morning from 8:00 for the outdoor market—cheese and charcuterie stalls set up around the fountain. The town hall clock chimes a local folk tune at noon.
💡 Pick up the free map from the tourist office on Place de l'Hôtel de Ville. The trail ends at the Parc d'Isle war memorial; bring water as there's no shade on the industrial sections.
💡 Go on the first Sunday of the month—entry drops to €1. The moth room has the biggest specimens; ask staff to unlock the back cabinets.