🇫🇷 Tours, France
Ibis Hôtels
📍 247 Rue Giraudeau, TOURS, 37000
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Your stay — Ibis Hôtels
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The Property — Ibis Hôtels
A functional, budget-conscious stop on a business strip south of the historic core — think clean lobby with laminate floors, a 24-hour reception, and a small bar area. This is a no-surprises Ibis: reliable beds, decent Wi-Fi, and a buffet breakfast that gets you out the door by 8am. It suits drivers who want free parking and quick access to the A10, or anyone needing a solid base without paying for character. The vibe is efficient, not charming.
Chronicles of Tours
Tours was the capital of Touraine under the Counts of Anjou and later a royal residence in the 15th century — Louis XI ruled from here. The old town, Vieux Tours, is a patchwork of medieval half-timbered houses and Renaissance hôtels particuliers. The city was badly bombed in 1944, losing most of its cathedral district, but the restored quarter around Place Plumereau remains a tourist hub. Today Tours is the gateway to the Loire châteaux and a university city with a strong gastronomic identity — rillettes, goat cheese, and Vouvray wine.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tours guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm afternoons, fewer school groups than July, and the vineyards are lush.
Peak / festival surge
July and August — peak summer holidays push city-centre hotel prices up 30–40%. The 'Fête de la Musique' on 21 June and the Tours Jazz Festival (late June) bring crowds; châteaux tours fill up fast.
Budget shoulder season
October and April — mild (10–18°C), hotel rates drop 20–30%, and harvest-season markets are still running in early autumn.
Weather & packing
Tours has a microclimate similar to the Loire Valley but can shift from sunny to rainy in an afternoon. Pack a waterproof jacket and a light sweater — even in July, evenings can drop to 13°C.
Live City Briefing — Tours
- Tram line A is undergoing weekend closures from July to August 2026 for track repairs; check the Fil Bleu website for alternative bus services.
- The Musée des Beaux-Arts reopens its renovated 17th-century wing in June 2026 with a new exhibition on Renaissance Tours.
- All major châteaux (including Chenonceau and Chambord) now require online time-slot bookings for July–August — no walk-ins.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ibis Hôtels, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid pavement noise and the courtyard side is quieter than the Rue Giraudeau frontage.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. The entrance and lobby traffic will be audible, and Rue Giraudeau carries local traffic throughout the day.
Best views
Rooms facing the street on floors 4 or higher offer a view of the neighbourhood rooftops and a glimpse of the Loire skyline. Rear-facing rooms look over the courtyard and adjacent buildings but no notable landmarks.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest. The lift serves all floors but noise from the lobby and street diminishes above the second floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue Giraudeau is a secondary arterial road with regular bus and car traffic from 7am to 9pm. The hotel does not have double-glazing on all windows – request a courtyard room for less night noise. The lift shaft is adjacent to the stairwell on one side; rooms near it may hear occasional clatter from late arrivals.
Insider tips
Paid parking is available in the hotel's own basement garage – book a space at check-in as it fills early. The no-frills breakfast is decent for the price, but better value is found at the Café de la Loire a 5-minute walk east on Rue d'Entraigues.
- 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 — Ibis Hôtels
Free WiFi throughout. Speed adequate for streaming and video calls. No login required; choose hotel network, accept terms.
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers. Building is a modern purpose-built hotel (early 2000s), no historic quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 (50 € fee), after 12:00 charged half-night rate.
Free for same-day arrivals/departures. Overnight storage not available.
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors. One accessible room on ground floor. No special parking bay.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parking Vinci Giraudeau, 10 € for 24 hours, 5-minute walk. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 1.65 € per person per night
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; 50 € incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Presbytère Saint-François de Paule (138 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Église Protestante Réformée de Touraine (183 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Église Saint-François de Paule (191 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Église évangélique baptiste de Tours (364 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre Commercial Merlusine — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Jardin René Boylesve — 603 m · ~8 min walk
Musée Saint-Martin — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Comédie de Tours — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Pharmacie Briand-Bettler — 352 m · ~4 min walk
Carrefour City — 723 m · ~9 min walk
Tours — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau currency exchange desks — they offer poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common.
Tipping not mandatory; rounding up a few euros or leaving small change is appreciated but not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple espresso at a café counter costs around €1.20–1.50.
A lunchtime formule (starter+main or main+dessert) at a brasserie for about €12–15.
A main course in a mid-range bistro around €15–20.
Look for crêperies or kebab shops near Rue Nationale or Place Plumereau for quick, affordable eats.
Supermarkets like Leclerc, Carrefour, and Intermarché are common in the area.
High-street chains (Zara, H&M, C&A) and the Les Halles market area for affordable basics.
Single tram/bus ticket €1.70; day pass €5.20. From Tours airport, bus line 2 to city centre for €1.70.
Eat at lunch for fixed-price menus; use tap water (carafe d'eau) free in restaurants; buy fresh food at Marché des Halles rather than tourist spots.
Good to know — Tours
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tours, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ibis Hôtels
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Briand-Bettler — 352 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Aéroport Tours Val de Loire (bus stop 'Aéroport') → Gare de Tours (train station—200m walk to hotel)
💡 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.
Gare de Tours (tram stop 'Gare de Tours') → Various spots across Tours (e.g., Université, Charcot, Vaucanson)
💡 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.
Main French cities (e.g., Paris Montparnasse, Bordeaux, Lyon) → Gare de Tours (directly opposite the hotel)
💡 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).
Tours Val de Loire Airport → BestWestern Plus L'Artist Hôtel (1 Rue de la Gare, Tours Centre)
💡 Fixed-rate taxi stand outside arrivals; confirm price before getting in. The hotel is 10 minutes from the airport by the D910 road.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ibis Hôtels?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid pavement noise and the courtyard side is quieter than the Rue Giraudeau frontage.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ibis Hôtels?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. The entrance and lobby traffic will be audible, and Rue Giraudeau carries local traffic throughout the day.
Is Ibis Hôtels noisy?
Rue Giraudeau is a secondary arterial road with regular bus and car traffic from 7am to 9pm. The hotel does not have double-glazing on all windows – request a courtyard room for less night noise. The lift shaft is adjacent to the stairwell on one side; rooms near it may hear occasional clatter from late arrivals.
Which rooms have the best views at Ibis Hôtels?
Rooms facing the street on floors 4 or higher offer a view of the neighbourhood rooftops and a glimpse of the Loire skyline. Rear-facing rooms look over the courtyard and adjacent buildings but no notable landmarks.
What are insider tips for staying at Ibis Hôtels?
Paid parking is available in the hotel's own basement garage – book a space at check-in as it fills early. The no-frills breakfast is decent for the price, but better value is found at the Café de la Loire a 5-minute walk east on Rue d'Entraigues.
What time is check-in at Ibis Hôtels?
Check-in at Ibis Hôtels is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ibis Hôtels have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout. Speed adequate for streaming and video calls. No login required; choose hotel network, accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ibis Hôtels?
1.65 € per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Ibis Hôtels?
A lunchtime formule (starter+main or main+dessert) at a brasserie for about €12–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ibis Hôtels?
Single tram/bus ticket €1.70; day pass €5.20. From Tours airport, bus line 2 to city centre for €1.70.
When is the best time to visit Tours?
May, June, September — warm afternoons, fewer school groups than July, and the vineyards are lush.
Top Attractions in Tours
💡 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.
💡 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).
💡 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.
💡 Visit in spring when the magnolias are in bloom. The greenhouse is only open on weekend afternoons.
💡 The permanent collection is free every first Sunday of the month. The garden's cedar of Lebanon, planted in 1804, is worth a look.