Your stay — Studio Deschainets
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The Property — Studio Deschainets
Studio Deschainets is a straightforward, no-fuss 3-star in central Troyes, built around compact, self-contained studio units that appeal to independent travellers wanting a practical base. The lobby is modest and efficient — a small desk, key rack, and a lift — with no pretence of luxury. Its USP is genuine independence: each studio has a small kitchenette, so you can skip restaurant bills and explore the city on your own terms. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who value location and self-catering over hotel amenities.
Chronicles of Troyes
Troyes was the medieval capital of Champagne, its historic core a tangle of half-timbered houses that survived WWII largely intact. The city’s wealth came from the Champagne fairs of the 12th–13th centuries, which made it a crossroads of European trade. That prosperity paid for the flamboyant Gothic Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul Cathedral and scores of stained-glass windows. Today, Troyes is a well-preserved museum of timber-framed architecture, with a lively Saturday market and a quiet, walkable centre barely changed since the 1500s.
Best Time to Visit
Full Troyes guide →Best months
June–September: warm weather (20–25°C), long days, and manageable crowds — Troyes doesn't swarm like Paris or Reims, so you get comfortable sightseeing.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: school holidays and the Foire de la Saint-Jean (late June/early July) bring families and day-trippers; hotel prices rise around 20–30% from shoulder rates.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: mild weather, few crowds, and 15–25% cheaper rooms — ideal for quiet walks and visiting vineyards without the rush.
Weather & packing
Troyes gets heavy, sudden summer thunderstorms; always carry a compact umbrella or lightweight rain jacket, even on clear mornings.
Live City Briefing — Troyes
- The medieval centre's pedestrianisation was extended in early 2026, closing more streets around rue de la Cité to cars — good for walking, but check access if driving.
- Musée d'Art Moderne reopens its modern-art wing after a two-year renovation in June 2026, adding new Degas and Seurat displays.
- From late June 2026, the weekly Saturday market on Place de la Libération moves to a new layout to make room for a permanent bicycle-parking station.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Studio Deschainets, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on an upper floor facing the courtyard or inner garden to reduce street noise and get more morning light. Corner rooms are often slightly larger.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room or near the main entrance; these can get bustle from early morning to late evening. Also steer clear of rooms beside the lift shaft.
Best views
Ask for a room with a window onto a quiet side street or garden rather than the main road. Upper floors often give a partial roofline view without traffic glare.
Quietest floors
Top floors are usually quietest because no foot traffic above, and in older buildings the floor construction muffles sound better than ground-level rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
In a typical 3-star, walls can be thin; ask for a room with solid doors and check that windows double-glaze. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs regardless of floor.
Insider tips
1. If you book directly by phone, ask if they have a 'quiet zone' floor or a room away from the lift — reception often knows which room faces the boiler or kitchen extractor. 2. Check if the hotel offers a late checkout on weekends; often they'll hold a luggage room if you want to explore the old town post-breakfast.
- 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 — Studio Deschainets
Free Wi-Fi throughout; average download speed 25 Mbps; login via room number and surname
One lift serves all three floors of the main building; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to PressReader via hotel app
Check-in 15:00–20:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00 (€3 fee); late check-out until 13:00 costs €20, after 13:00 charged as extra night
Free for day of arrival/departure only; €5 per bag for longer storage
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible guest bathrooms; no hearing loops
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parking du Mail, 150 metres away, €12 per 24h (no reservation); no EV charging on-site or at car park
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.10 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église Saint-Nicolas (202 m · ~3 min walk)
- Synagogue: Synagogue Rachi (243 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Église Saint-Pantaléon (293 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Église de la Madeleine (415 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre Commercial du 14 juillet — 739 m · ~9 min walk
Le Jardin du Beffroi — 148 m · ~2 min walk
Maison Rachi — 239 m · ~3 min walk
Théâtre le Quai — 314 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 240 m · ~3 min walk
Pharmacie Hacquard — 185 m · ~2 min walk
Carrefour Express — 202 m · ~3 min walk
Troyes — 372 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid the currency exchange kiosks at airports or near tourist sites as they typically have poor rates and high fees.
Cards are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels, but small bakeries, market stalls, and some cafés may still be cash-only. Contactless and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common in chain stores and larger eateries.
Service is included in the bill in restaurants and cafés, but it's polite to leave small change (€1–€2) if you're happy. Taxis: rounding up to the nearest euro is fine. Hotel staff: not expected, but €1–€2 per bag for porters is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso or café crème at a brasserie or bakery — around €1.50 to €2.50.
A formule (fixed-price lunch menu) at a traditional bistro or brasserie — around €12 to €16 for a starter + main or main + dessert.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant serving classic French cuisine — around €15 to €20.
For a quick budget bite, look for bakeries (boulangeries) selling quiche, sandwiches, or pizza slices; also check the covered market (Les Halles) in the city centre for fresh takeaway options.
Supermarkets such as Carrefour, Intermarché, and Leclerc are common in and around Troyes.
The city centre has plenty of independent boutiques and chain stores (e.g. H&M, C&A) along the main shopping streets (Rue de la République, Rue Émile Zola). For bargains, try the weekly market on Saturday morning.
Troyes is compact and walkable, so walking is the cheapest way. For longer trips, a single bus ticket on the TCAT network costs about €1.50; a day pass is around €4.50. From the nearest major airport (Paris–Orly or Charles de Gaulle), take a FlixBus or BlaBlaBus direct to Troyes (around €15–€25 one way if booked in advance).
1. Eat the set lunch menu (formule) rather than ordering à la carte — it's always the best value. 2. Buy bread and pastries from bakeries rather than supermarkets — fresher and often cheaper than cafés. 3. Visit free attractions like the cathedral and the old town's half-timbered streets, and bring a reusable water bottle (tap water is safe and free in restaurants).
Good to know — Troyes
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Emergency Contacts
TroyesWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Troyes, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Studio Deschainets
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 240 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Hacquard — 185 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Troyes Gare SNCF → Arrêt Vauluisant (near Studio Deschainets)
💡 Validate your ticket on board. For the return, the stop is just opposite the hotel; the cash-only ticket is cheaper if you buy from a tabac or the TCAT app.
Paris Bercy Seine → Troyes Bus Station
💡 Cheaper than the train but slower. Get off at the bus station and use the local TCAT bus line #1 to reach the hotel area—buy tickets at the station machine.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Studio Deschainets, Troyes
💡 Book through Troyes Taxis or a local service like VTC Troyes to avoid surge pricing. Share with other travellers if you can split the fare.
Gare de l'Est, Paris → Troyes Gare SNCF
💡 Book a week ahead on SNCF Connect for the best fares (under 30 EUR). From the station, it's a 10-minute walk or quick bus #3 to Studio Deschainets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Studio Deschainets?
Request a room on an upper floor facing the courtyard or inner garden to reduce street noise and get more morning light. Corner rooms are often slightly larger.
Which rooms should I avoid at Studio Deschainets?
Avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room or near the main entrance; these can get bustle from early morning to late evening. Also steer clear of rooms beside the lift shaft.
Is Studio Deschainets noisy?
In a typical 3-star, walls can be thin; ask for a room with solid doors and check that windows double-glaze. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs regardless of floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Studio Deschainets?
Ask for a room with a window onto a quiet side street or garden rather than the main road. Upper floors often give a partial roofline view without traffic glare.
What are insider tips for staying at Studio Deschainets?
1. If you book directly by phone, ask if they have a 'quiet zone' floor or a room away from the lift — reception often knows which room faces the boiler or kitchen extractor. 2. Check if the hotel offers a late checkout on weekends; often they'll hold a luggage room if you want to explore the old town post-breakfast.
What time is check-in at Studio Deschainets?
Check-in at Studio Deschainets is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Studio Deschainets have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; average download speed 25 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Studio Deschainets?
€1.10 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Studio Deschainets?
A formule (fixed-price lunch menu) at a traditional bistro or brasserie — around €12 to €16 for a starter + main or main + dessert.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Studio Deschainets?
Troyes is compact and walkable, so walking is the cheapest way. For longer trips, a single bus ticket on the TCAT network costs about €1.50; a day pass is around €4.50. From the nearest major airport (Paris–Orly or Charles de Gaulle), take a FlixBus or BlaBlaBus direct to Troyes (around €15–€25 one way if booked in advance).
When is the best time to visit Troyes?
June–September: warm weather (20–25°C), long days, and manageable crowds — Troyes doesn't swarm like Paris or Reims, so you get comfortable sightseeing.
Top Attractions in Troyes
💡 Visit early morning for empty streets and good photos. The cafe at the end does cheap coffee.
💡 Look for the tiny devil hidden in the foliage on the left side of the screen – easy to miss.
💡 Bring a picnic: benches near the lake have shade. The rose garden is best in June.
💡 Entry is €5 and includes a guided tour in English at 2pm. Book ahead in summer.
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise €6 – worth it for the garden alone.