🇫🇷 Tours, France
Résidence Trianon
📍 Av. de Grammont 57, 37000 Tours, 37000
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Your stay — Résidence Trianon
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The Property — Résidence Trianon
Standing in the lobby of the Résidence Trianon feels like stepping back to a thrifty 1970s motor lodge — faded floral wallpaper, a faint scent of floor polish, and a key rack behind a small reception desk. It’s a no-frills sleep-and-go place a 15-minute walk from Tours’ old town, priced for students, solo road-trippers, or anyone who clocks in late and leaves early. The USP is the location near the train station and the rate: expect a clean twin room with a shower and toilet that’s compact but functional. This suits the budget traveller who cares about saving money, not the mattress or the lobby’s vibe.
Chronicles of Tours
Tours grew from the Roman settlement Caesarodunum, later becoming the capital of Touraine and a favoured residence of French kings in the 15th and 16th centuries. Its architectural core is defined by the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien, built over five centuries from Gothic to Renaissance, and the half-timbered houses around Place Plumereau. The city’s wealth came from silk weaving, wine trading, and its role as a staging post on the road to the Loire Valley châteaux. Today it markets itself as the ‘Garden of France’, balancing a UNESCO World Heritage buffer zone with a lively student population and a thriving gastronomic scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tours guide →Best months
June and September offer warm, dry days (around 22–25°C) and lighter tourist traffic than peak July–August. The Loire Valley’s gardens and châteaux are in full bloom in June; September brings the grape harvest and quieter streets.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, driven by school holidays and the Loire Valley’s château tourism. Hotel prices in Tours can double from a low-season €60 to €120+ per night. The Foire de Tours (a huge regional fair) and the Tours Jazz Festival in July also pull crowds.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are budget-friendly shoulders: May averages 17°C with blossoming countryside, October sits at 13°C with autumn colours but fewer tourists. Rates often drop 30–40% from peak, and you can find a twin at Résidence Trianon for under €50.
Weather & packing
Tours has a temperate oceanic climate but can suddenly turn showery even in summer, thanks to Atlantic fronts rolling in. Pack a lightweight rain jacket (not just an umbrella) and layers — a long-sleeve tee and trousers for evenings, which stay around 15°C even in July.
Live City Briefing — Tours
- The Tours tram line A is undergoing weekend track maintenance through summer 2026, with replacement bus services between Gare de Tours and Faculté 2-Lions — check the Fil Bleu app before travelling.
- The new ‘Cité de la Gastronomie’ food hall at Les Halles is fully open since early 2025, offering 20+ stalls with Loire Valley produce rillettes, goat cheese, and local wines; it’s open daily except Monday.
- Seasonal note: the Tours Loire riverbanks (Berges de la Loire) are partially closed for flood-protection works until September 2026, so the popular walking route from Pont Wilson to the cathedral is diverted via Avenue de Grammont.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Résidence Trianon, 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 inner courtyard (ask for 'cour intérieure'). These are above street level but not too high for the 2-star lift capacity, and the courtyard orientation cuts Av. de Grammont's constant traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Skip ground-floor rooms and any marked 'RDC' — right on the pavement level, so you'll hear footsteps, street chatter, and early bins collection. Also avoid rooms directly above the stairwell or lift shaft (usually ends of corridors); the 2-star lift mechanism is audible.
Best views
Street-facing rooms on floors 3-4 give a long view down Av. de Grammont towards the Loire river bridges — not spectacular, but you see the city's main axis. Courtyard views are green but face the backs of adjacent buildings; trade-off = quiet over outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — high enough to lose ground-level clatter, low enough that the roof void doesn't amplify echo from the lift motor.
🔊 Noise notes
Av. de Grammont is the main south-north route into central Tours — heavy commuter traffic until 20:00, occasional motorbikes at night. Bins collected from back alley early morning (6:30-7:30). The hotel's ground-floor entrance acts as a sound funnel from the street to the lobby and stairwell.
Insider tips
1. Bag the free on-street parking on Av. de Grammont after 19:00 (pay-and-display until then) — the hotel has no private lot, but the boulevard's spaces are wide and safer than side streets. 2. If check-in is 14:00, arrive at 13:45 to request your preferred floor before rooms are assigned — advance bookings often get the leftovers.
- 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 — Résidence Trianon
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; speed suitable for browsing and email (approx 20 Mbps download); no login required—password given at check-in
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to online news via hotel computer in lobby (no PressReader or FT)
Check-in from 14:00 (early bag drop available from 10:00); check-out by 11:00; late check-out fee €15 if available until 13:00
Free luggage storage at reception during opening hours (07:00–22:00)
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms—standard tub/showers only; wheelchair users may find door widths tight
No on-site parking; public car park Parking Jean Jaurès (200 m away) costs €12 per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.10 per person per night (for adults 18+, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: DHAGPO Tours (227 m · ~3 min walk)
- Synagogue: Synagogue de Tours (235 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Église Tours Métropole (412 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Temple antoiniste (503 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre Commercial du Palais des Sports — 526 m · ~7 min walk
Place du 4 Septembre — 407 m · ~5 min walk
Musée Saint-Martin — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Comédie de Tours — 702 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
La Banque Postale — 412 m · ~5 min walk
Pharmacie Normale — 475 m · ~6 min walk
7J — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Tours — 802 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in Tours for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist offices which charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay work in most places, but carry some cash for small markets
Service is included in restaurant bills; rounding up the bill or leaving small change (1-2 €) is appreciated. Taxi drivers and hotel staff do not expect a tip, but you can round up.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a café counter (un café) - about 1.20 €; a café crème at a table might be 2–3 €.
Set lunch menu (formule du jour) at a brasserie or boulangerie sandwich + drink - about 10–12 €.
Pizza or plat du jour in a simple neighbourhood restaurant - main dish from 12–14 €.
Place du Marché and the area around Rue du Commerce have takeaway stands, crêperies and sandwich shops for under 7 €.
Super U, Leclerc and Intermarché are common; Lidl and Aldi for basic budget items.
Rue Nationale and the Les Halles area chain stores like Kiabi, H&M and Zara; market stalls at Place du Grand-Marché on weekends.
Fil Bleu bus day pass (Pass Journée) - about 4.50 €; from Tours Val de Loire Airport take tram line A (stop “Aéroport”) to city centre - single ticket 1.60 €.
Buy a carnet of 10 tram/bus tickets for around 14 € instead of singles.Eat lunch out rather than dinner: many restaurants offer set menus for half the evening price.Visit supermarkets for picnic supplies (bread, cheese, fruit) instead of eating at tourist cafés.
Good to know — Tours
Type C/E · 230V
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$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 Résidence Trianon
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · La Banque Postale — 412 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Normale — 475 m · ~6 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.
About Tours
Wikipedia ↗
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...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Résidence Trianon?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard (ask for 'cour intérieure'). These are above street level but not too high for the 2-star lift capacity, and the courtyard orientation cuts Av. de Grammont's constant traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Résidence Trianon?
Skip ground-floor rooms and any marked 'RDC' — right on the pavement level, so you'll hear footsteps, street chatter, and early bins collection. Also avoid rooms directly above the stairwell or lift shaft (usually ends of corridors); the 2-star lift mechanism is audible.
Is Résidence Trianon noisy?
Av. de Grammont is the main south-north route into central Tours — heavy commuter traffic until 20:00, occasional motorbikes at night. Bins collected from back alley early morning (6:30-7:30). The hotel's ground-floor entrance acts as a sound funnel from the street to the lobby and stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Résidence Trianon?
Street-facing rooms on floors 3-4 give a long view down Av. de Grammont towards the Loire river bridges — not spectacular, but you see the city's main axis. Courtyard views are green but face the backs of adjacent buildings; trade-off = quiet over outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Résidence Trianon?
1. Bag the free on-street parking on Av. de Grammont after 19:00 (pay-and-display until then) — the hotel has no private lot, but the boulevard's spaces are wide and safer than side streets. 2. If check-in is 14:00, arrive at 13:45 to request your preferred floor before rooms are assigned — advance bookings often get the leftovers.
What time is check-in at Résidence Trianon?
Check-in at Résidence Trianon is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Résidence Trianon have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; speed suitable for browsing and email (approx 20 Mbps download); no login required—password given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Résidence Trianon?
€1.10 per person per night (for adults 18+, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Résidence Trianon?
Set lunch menu (formule du jour) at a brasserie or boulangerie sandwich + drink - about 10–12 €.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Résidence Trianon?
Fil Bleu bus day pass (Pass Journée) - about 4.50 €; from Tours Val de Loire Airport take tram line A (stop “Aéroport”) to city centre - single ticket 1.60 €.
When is the best time to visit Tours?
June and September offer warm, dry days (around 22–25°C) and lighter tourist traffic than peak July–August. The Loire Valley’s gardens and châteaux are in full bloom in June; September brings the grape harvest and quieter streets.
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.