Accommodation - Hotels, hostels and B&Bs: All France

Mont Ventoux – Hôtel Le Siècle (Mazan)

Comfortable two-star hotel a short ride from the foot of Mont Ventoux

A lovely two-star hotel (there are only 9 rooms, so book ahead) set in an impressive old 16th-century building in the heart of the wine-growing village of Mazan. Located just 10km south of Bedoin, it's an ideal base for tackling Mont Ventoux. Classicaly decorated air-conditioned rooms (each with its own distinct style) and with pretty village views. Single, double and triple rooms available, all with ensuite bathrooms. Shady terrace. Picnic baskets and packed lunches available on request. Free wifi. Bike storage area and washdown facilities. French, Portuguese and Spanish spoken. Comes recommended to us by local cycle tour operators.

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Mont Ventoux – Le Relais du Mont Ventoux (Aurel)

Charming Ventoux hotel run by a couple who understand cyclists’ needs

The Le Relais du Mont Ventoux in Aurel was recommended to us by Paul Lamarra, who stayed there when he climbed Ventoux on his Brompton. It's a family-run hotel with 17 rooms and an onsite restaurant. "It's a charming hotel run by a lovely couple who understand cyclists’ needs completely (especially on the food front)," says Paul. "Dinner and breakfast on the terrace across the road from the hotel with great views." Free wifi. Hot tub. Bike hire available through reception. French, English and German spoken.

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Montauban - Abbaye des Capucins Spa & Resort (for Canal de Garonne)

Classy and comfortable four-star hotel near the river in Montauban

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Montbard - Hôtel de l'Ecu

Well located local hotel for cycling Burgundy's canals

Between Auxerre and Beaune, this is a basic local hotel that is part of the Logis Hotel group and meets their bike-friendly criteria. It's a family run hotel and has been in the same family since 1952. It often welcomes cyclists riding the Burgundy wine trails. Also close to La Brenne Nature Reserve and Parc Buffon. There's an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Free wifi. French and English spoken.

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Monte Carlo – Novotel

Comfortable accommodation among the high-rollers on the Riviera

OK, so I realise Monaco this isn't *technically* part of France but I'm including bike-friendly accommodation here because so many cyclists pass through during their South of France travels. The Novotel is in the heart of Monaco, a short ride from the train station, Place du Casino and Grimaldi Forum. Cafe and restaurant onsite, plus bar. Guests have access to 2 computers on site, plus free wifi throughout the hotel. Rooms sleeping up to 4 people. Pool, terrace, garden. Other facilities include a hammam, library and children's playground. French, English, Italian and Spanish spoken. Management advises that bikes can be safely locked in the luggage store.

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Montebourg - Chambres d'hôtes les Clématites en Cotentin

Cheerful B&B close to restaurants and en route to the D-Day beaches

I stayed here while cycling in Normandy and found it both affordable and cheerful. The owner Patricia is a delight, cheerful and very welcoming (anyone who asks if you'd like a hot chocolate for breakfast before she even shows you to your room wins points with me). The rooms are big, bright and colourful with eclectic wallpaper and comfortable beds. The bathrooms are less impressive and a little bit dated, but there are hot towel racks and radiators for drying cycling clothes and, as a one-night stop close to town, this place is great. One room also has a fridge and microwave; it's also on the road – it's not noisy by city standards but the other two rooms are at the back and quieter, one with garden views. You do need to be aware that you need to arrive after 5pm unless you've let Patricia know in advance (you can do this when you book online); if you arrive early, you can get a key from a neighbour. We've stayed here – read our review.

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Monthermé - Hotel-Restaurant Les Boucles de Meuse

Friendly local hotel in a picture-postcard spot on the Meuse Cycle route

Aerial views of Monthermé are the most popular postcards along this Ardennes stretch of the EuroVelo 19 Meuse Cycle Route. The small town is tucked around a dramatic hairpin in the river, one of the boucles or loops that give this stretch of the river – and the hotel – its name, with wooded hills rising up steeply on either side. Les Boucles de Meuse is a friendly local hotel that is used to welcoming cyclists. Rooms are clean and airy.
** We have stayed her – read our review **

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Montigny-le-Roi - Hotel Arcombelle

A convenient overnight stop on the Meuse River bike route

Slightly unprepossessing from the road, the hotel’s location is super handy for the Meuse bike route. It’s only a couple of kilometres off the route and although they are uphill, it means you have a stunning view over the surrounding countryside. With a bar, bistro and restaurant on site, there’s no need to ride further afield for food and drink. Two large, locked garages on the opposite side of the main road with loads of space to lock bikes. 
**We've stayed here - read our review**

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Montpellier – Holiday Inn Express Montpellier Odysseum

New hotel east of the Montpellier city centre with bike store facilities

The Holiday Inn Express Montpellier Odysseum is a new hotel east of the city centre. There are 90 rooms providing flexible accommodation, with family rooms plus some self-catering rooms with kitchenettes. Free buffet. Close to bars and restaurants, plus a cinema, aquarium and shopping centre for supplies. The hotel manager emailed to tell me that bikes can be kept in the luggage store or locked in a meeting room if more space is needed. Free wifi. French, English, German, Arabic and Italian spoken. 

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Montpellier – Hotel du Palais

Basic but friendly two-star bike-friendly hotel in the city centre

Friendly city centre hotel near the Peyrou Gardens and Place de la Canourgue, and a short ride from the train station. Basic but clean two-star hotel in an old, character-filled 200-year-old building. There are 26 air-conditioned rooms, all with their own bathrooms. Locked storage room for bikes. International TV. Left luggage area. Terrace. Free wifi. English, French and Spanish spoken.

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Morestel - Servhotel

Basic, affordable stopover between Bourg-en-Bresse and Grenoble

This is a convenient no frills option for cycling in this area of the Alps (roughly betwen Bourg-en-Bresse and Grenoble). It's also within reach of the ViaRhona. The rooms are basic but clean with TVs with satellite channels. A continental breakfast is served each morning (there's a picnic area for outside eating). Single rooms through to family rooms that sleep 5 - ideal for sharers on a budget. Free wifi.

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Morlaix - Hotel du Port

Accueil velo-rated hotel in one of Brittany's cycling hubs

Hotel du Port is in a lovely waterfront location just 1km from the Morlaix town centre. It offers views of the harbour of Morlaix, with free parking out the front if you need to unload bikes from the car. The hotel is accueil velo-rated ('cyclists welcome') under the local tourist board scheme. Rooms are spread over three floors and each room has a TV, a phone, desk and wifi. There is an on-site bar and breakfast is made with local products. The Roscoff ferry port is 19km away. The hotel has secured bike storage and reception staff can help with luggage transfers.

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Morlaix – Hôtel Restaurant de la Gare

Friendly local hotel that's a good stop for cycing in Finistère, Brittany

Friendly 2-star hotel with just 8 rooms, a restaurant serving a traditional Breton menu, and a pretty courtyard garden to relax in. The hotel is 10km south-west of Morlaix, 30km from Roscoff and 50km from Brest, making it an ideal stopover on a cycling tour of Brittany. Free wifi. There is secure bike parking available in a locked, detached private garage at the rear of the hotel. A member of the Logis hotel network, it complies with that company's cycling standards policy.

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Mortain - Hotel Restaurant de la Poste

Ideal stop on the EuroVelo 4 between Saint-Lo and Mont St Michel

This is a good stop on the Tour de Manche bike route that doubles as the EuroVelo 4 through Normandy and Brittany. Inhouse restaurant serving regional cuisine – the chef prides himself on using local produce and creating the flavours of Normandy (vegeterian options available too). Terrace for drinks and a pool for cooling down in summer. Singles and doubles through to suites for 4 people. English and French spoken. The owner tells me there is a bike storage area that locks.

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Mulhouse - Mercure Mulhouse Centre

Stylish city hotel near the train station

Comfortable 4-star hotel near the train station. Onsite restaurant and bar, plus a terrace to enjoy in summer. Free wifi. Disabled access rooms. French, English and German spoken. Management tells us the hotel's luggage store can accommodate a few bikes and that there is also additional storage in the guest-only garage. Good for groups and individual riders.

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Najac - Le Belle-Rive

Cycle-friendly hotel on the banks of the Aveyron River

Friendly 2-star hotel-restaurant 2km outside the village. On the banks of the river Aveyron, it faces the castle. Welcomes groups. Bicycle parking provided in a garage. Internet access. Member of the Logis network of hotels and complies to that company's cycle standards policy. Also has a swimming pool and tennis court.

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Nancy - Centre Suite Novotel

City centre hotel just of the Canal de la Marne au Rhin

Four-star hotel in the centre of Nancy. Rooms can accommodate up to 4 people and each have a kettle, coffee and tea, microwave for basic food preparation, fridge and water cooler. 24-hour self-service food boutique with healthy readymade meals that you reheat in your room, plus cold dishes, desserts and drinks available. Free in-room mineral water. Free wifi, music and video on demand, and free landline calls within France. Free massages every Thursday. Onsite bar open until 1am. Management says bikes can be stored in rooms.

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Nancy - hotelF1 Nord Bouxières aux Dames

Super cheap hotel near the Canal de la Marne au Rhin

Budget hotel near the Canal de la Marne au Rhin, 9km north of the Nancy city centre. All-you-can-eat buffet breakfast. Free wifi. Management advises that there is space for 1 bike to be stored comfortably in each room. Each room is a triple with a double with a bunk bed above it, plus a 'quick wash' corner with sink and mirror (shared bathrooms in the hall), flat-screen TV and free wifi. The hotel's parent website has a best-price guarantee so it's always worth comparing prices.

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Nancy - Ibis Styles Nancy Centre Gare

Reliable chain hotel in the Nancy city centre

Recently upgraded hotel in the heart of Nancy and just 50m from the TGV train station. Rooms accommodating up to 4 people. Onsite bar, terrace and courtyard. Buffet breakfast available. Sauna. Free wifi. 24-hour reception. Airport shuttle. Management advises bikes can be securely stored inside the hotel.

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Nantes - Adagio Access Viarme

Apartment hotel in Nantes city centre

Hotel with self-catering studio and apartments with kitchenettes. Apartments can sleep up to 4 adults. Buffet breakfast also available. Management advises that there is a bike storage area in the secure underground carpark. Luggage storage. Wifi. English spoken. Good base for the start/finish of a Nantes-Brest Canal ride.

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• EuroVelo 6 Loire Valley
• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Nantes - Hotel Graslin

Bike-friendly hotel ideal for Nantes-Brest Canal or Velodyssey rides

Excellent starting (or end) point for a Nantes-Brest Canal bike ride or for the start of a ride east to the Loire Valley. Hotel Graslin carries the official Loire à Vélo label to attest to its bike-friendliness, and staff regularly welcome groups of cyclists as well as individuals. Bikes are stored in a locked garage and local cycling information is available at reception. Budget rooms through to suites catering for between one and five people. 2km ride from the train station. 24-hour reception. Free wifi. English, French, Spanish and Italian spoken.

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• Eurovelo 6 Loire Valley
• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Nantes-Brest Canal - Hotel L'Abreuvoir (Héric)

Bike-friendly hotel-restaurant near the Nantes-Brest canal (EuroVelo 1)

We stayed at the Hotel L'Abreuvoir and were very impressed. It's around 3.5km to the Nantes-Brest Canal, which is on La Vélodyssée, the Euro Velo 1 bike route. Reception has a map of the safest route linking the hotel to the canal to ensure you avoid main roads (email or phone ahead if you need a copy emailed to you). There are also two 'house' bikes available for guest hire if you are travelling by car and stopping off from the main Rennes-Nantes autoroute and fancy a pootle along the canal during an overnight stay. The hotel is part of the Logis chain of independently owned and run hotels. Its restaurant is excellent, with menus based on local produce (and fresh eggs from the chickens poking around the car park). Even the children's meal was gourmet standard – our two kids (8 and 11 at the time) enjoyed a proper steak cuts with chips and salad – there wasn't a steak hache or chicken nugget in sight. Pool for summer. Lockable garage + tools and a washdown area for bikes. Well sign-posted. This is an eco-friendly hotel – there are even three electric car charging points for guest use.

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• EuroVelo 6 Loire Valley
• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Nantes-Brest Canal - La Mercerais Chambre d'hotes

Small B&B handy for the Nantes-Brest Canal

French-run B&B with just two rooms close to the Nantes-Brest Canal, 33km from Nantes. The rooms have an en suite bathroom. Garden and terrace for relaxing. Free wifi. Garage for bikes. Family friendly with baby beds and cots available.

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• EuroVelo 6 Loire Valley
• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Nantes-Brest Canal - Logis Auberge de la Forêt

Quirky hotel a short detour from the Nantes-Brest Canal

This is an ideal option for anyone riding the Nantes-Brest Canal. The hotel is a 7km backroads ride from the canal at Blain. Surrounded by forest, the Logis Auberge de la Forêt is housed in quite an ununusal, yet striking building which was previously an old coachhouse. It has been renovated and now has an individual touch to the decor and furnishings. The hotel also has a gym and pool as well as a highly regarded restaurant. Free wifi. Secure bike shed. Also good for a stopover before or after a ferry crossing.

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Nantes-Brest Canal - Popote et Polochon (EuroVelo1)

Stylish B&B between Ploërmel and Redon

Super stylish B&B between Ploërmel and Redon and a few hundred metres from the Nantes-Brest Canal where it runs concurrently with the EuroVelo 1 La Vélodyssée bike route. The Popote et Polochon B&B is actually based in the old village school, the buildings now transformed into modern accommodation. Wonderful looking indoor swimming pool plus expansive gardens and terrace. Evening meals can be provided on request. Free wifi. Family friendly (there's a children's playground area, plus a range of toys and puzzles). Bike rental can be arranged via the owners. French and English spoken.  

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Narbonne - Chambre d'Hôtes Villa Ambrosia

Unique B&B that's a handy stop on the Canal de la Robine

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Narbonne - Hotel la Residence

Look no further for a hotel in Narbonne - we've tested this one for you

This is a super, super place to stay. Hilde and Heather stayed here when they rode the Canal du Midi. This hotel is in the heart of Narbonne, which is on the Canal de la Robine, an offshoot of the Midi. And the girls could not rave more about it. The staff were lovely, there was a great cyclists' breakfast, and the hotel itself is well-located and within walking distance of Narbonne's key attractions. The hotel has retained the charm of a grand family home, and despite its modern touches, its pictures, lamps, and furniture are all in keeping with the original 19th century character of the building. Luggage store. Free wifi. French, English and Spanish spoken.
You can read our full review here.

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Neufchâteau - Hotel Le Rialto

Basic but friendly hotel on the Meuse River bike route

We stayed at Le Rialto while riding the EuroVelo 19 Meuse Cycle Route. The hotel is basic but friendly and right on the river. The hotel offers a picnic menu for your panniers. Bar and restaurant on site, with tables inside and out, meaning you need travel no further for your post-ride recovery drink or your supper.
** Read our full review **

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Nevers - Hotel de Verdun

Quirky bike-friendly hotel in the centre of Nevers

This hotel wears its heart on its Twitter account, proudly exclaiming that it welcomes cyclists (and cats). It's a good spot, too, in the middle of Nevers, near the Parc Roger Salengro and a short bimble from the Loire, the cathedral, the train station and other sites in the city. The breakfast is made for cycling: cakes, homemade jams, fresh juice and – yes! – eggs. Half-board accommodation options available with evening meals, or settle for just B&B. Free wifi. On the off chance you're riding with a cat in your basket, you can ask for your own at cat tree, plus water and food for your four-legged friend. Free wifi + an iPad for guest use. You can also use the house bikes if you don't have your own.

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Nice - Adagio Access Nice Magnan

Affordable apartment hotel in the Nice city centre

Self-catering studios and apartments sleeping up to 4 people in the centre of Nice. Each apartment has a kitchenette. Free wifi. 24-hour reception. Outdoor pool. Breakfast available. Close to beach and all amenities. Just minutes from the Promenade des Anglais. Bikes can be stored overnight in apartments (there is a lift). Book well ahead in summer (prices vary with the seasons).

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Nice - Centre Gare Ibis

Bike-friendly city centre hotel close to restaurants and attractions

Reliable city centre hotel that's close to Nice-Ville train station and just 1km from Promenade des Anglais. Outdoor swimming pool. Free wifi. Buffet breakfast. Onsite bar and restaurant. 24-hour reception. Bikes can be kept in the baggage store and can also be locked in rooms overnight.

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Nice - Le Panoramic Boutique Hotel

A grand 19th century hotel overlooking Nice

This hotel in the Grand Corniche of Nice was recommended to us by a fellow cyclist. The rooms are beautifully turned out and there are specatular views from rooms and panoramic restaurant. It's a two-star hotel with 11 rooms and – unusually in this part of the Cote d'Azur – the spectacular views from here are actually affordable. The owners, Valerie and Gino, tell us there is a garage for storing more than four bikes. If you're in a group of fewer than 4, the bikes can be stored safely on the private terraces. 

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Nice - Novotel Centre Acropolis

Friendly and reliable hotel with swimming pool in Nice city centre

Friendly hotel in Nice city centre with outdoor swimming pool and terrace with city views. Within easy reach of the Nice Old Town, the flower market and the famous Promenade des Anglais. Free wifi. Onsite restaurant, bar and cafe. Rooms have tea and coffee making facilities. Management advises that bikes can be locked in the luggage store.

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Nîmes – Hotel Adagio Access

Apart-hotel with self-catering studios and apartments for up to 4 people

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Niort - L'Horizon B&B

B&B on the Velo Francette in the Marais national park

L'Horizon B&B in Niort has been recommended to us by cyclists who rode La Velo Francette on a tandem. They said the B&B had no trouble safely storing the bike, and that they were able to wash their gear and hang it on the line in the garden. The B&B is located a short stroll from the town centre and within easy reach of local restaurants and bars. It has two rooms – a double bed room and a second room with two singles. The owner, Agnes, is a registered local guide, so you can pick her brains for tourist information. She can also prepare evening meals for you if you are arriving late or too tired to venture out. Free wifi. French and English spoken.

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Niort – Maison La Port Rouge

Lovely host, stunning rooms – a perfect retreat in Niort

We stayed in some wonderful hotels and B&Bs on our La Velo Francette trip but this one in Niort was one of my absolute favourites – for so many reasons. Firstly, there was Christine, who greeted us with a huge smile and farewelled us a day later with a stash of bananas and fresh water bottles. She has five lavishly decorated bedrooms (with lovely walk-in showers – perfect after a day on the road), as well as two studio apartments in her gorgeous restored townhouse. Christine's put her heart and soul into the place – and you can tell; her fine and elegant touches are everywhere from the rich wall colours and art to the beautifully laid out (and wholesome) breakfasts. There is a large garden to relax in, complete with pool and safe bike parking. French and English spoken. Free wifi. Just perfect.

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Normandy Cider route - La Villa des Tilleuls (Cambremer)

Family owned B&B between Lisieux et Caen

La Villa Des Tilleuls is a perfect base for cycle Normandy's cider route. This is a circular 40km trail through orchards and beautiful wooden houses that have been turning apples into crafted cider or Calvados for hundreds of years. This is also a good location for a rest stop within easy reach of the ferry port at Caen. The villa comes recommended for cyclists by the local tourist board and is in a tranquil spot with five really nice rooms. Homemade food also available in the evening and for breakfast, which can be eaten outdoors.

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Nort-sur-Erdre - Logis du Patis Roux (Nantes-Brest Canal)

B&B with just four rooms and easy access to the canal

Small, French-run B&B a 6km pootle from the Nantes-Brest Canal. Doubles and family rooms. Outdoor swimming pool (heated). Lovely gardens to relax in. A range of activities inhouse such as table tennis, volleyball, pétanque and board games for when you're not riding. Free wifi. Breakfast included. Just four rooms.  

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• EuroVelo 6 Loire Valley
• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Nort-sur-Erdre - Relais de la Grange (Nantes-Brest Canal)

Logies hotel near the Nantes-Brest at Nort-sur-Erdre

Part of the Logis group of hotels, Relais de la Grange offers old-style and fairly basic French hotel accommodation near the Nantes-Brest Canal, 30km from Nantes. Free wifi. Secure bike store. Rooms are air-conditioned and all have private bathrooms. Disabled access rooms also available.

This hotel is on or near these routes:

• EuroVelo 6 Loire Valley
• EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast
• Nantes-Brest Canal

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Noyon - Citotel le Cèdre

Bike-friendly hotel on the Trans-Oise bike network in the Oise department

Citotel Le Cèdre is an accueil velo-rated hotel in a modern building near to the faboulous cathedral in Noyon. The room has a great coffee machine and the bike storage facilites include locked storage and tools. Good rooms and friendly staff complete the package. We stayed here when we rode from Lille to Paris, read our review.

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Nuits Saint Georges - Ibis

Cycle-friendly hotel on the Burgundy Wine Route

Nuits-St-Georges is on the Burgundy Wine Route, with some pictureque rides in this area. The hotel is located 500m from the Nuits Saint Georges train station; 15km from Beaune city centre. On site bar and restaurant. Free wifi. There is a room inside the hotel where bikes can be securely locked. This is an ideal budget base for exploring the Burgundy wine trail.

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Obernai - A La Cour d'Alsace

4-star hotel with restaurant and spa on the Alsace wine route

A La Cour d'Alsace hotel and spa is a lovely 4-star treat for anyone cycling the Alsace wine route. It's used by cycle tour companies, so it is well used to hosting cyclists. It is set among its own gardens just outside the ramparts of Obernai, a medieval town that makes a lovely stopover. The hotel is in an old manor house which was once the home of one of Alsace's noble families. Today, its ancient features marry well with modern comforts like a pool, spa and jacuzzi. Breakfast available daily. The restaurant is home to modern French cuisine plus there's a vaulted ceiling wine cellar packed with scrumptious French treats, many of the bottles local to the Alsace region and from vineyards that you will pass on your bike route.

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Orange - Hôtel Arène

Modern comfort with rich history on your doorstep

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Orange - Hotel L'Herbier

Central townhouse hotel near the foot of Ventoux

In the heart of Orange, the Hotel L'Herbier is a small stylish hotel ideal for anyone cycling in this part of Provence or tackling Mont Ventoux. It's been recommended to use by a rider who stayed there. There's a lovely terrace and original stone walls running through the dining room, which serves a great breakfast and good coffee. Bedrooms are modern. Free wifi.

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Orléans - Ibis Orléans Centre

City hotel with mod-cons and secure bike parking

Clean, modern, centrally located hotel. 24-hour reception. All-you-can-eat buffet breakfast. Restaurant on site. Free wifi. Dedicated bike rack in the secure undergond carpark. Loire à Vélo brochure available at reception. 125 rooms, making it suitable for groups.

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Orléans la Source - Novotel

Clean, family friendly hotel 10km south of the River Loire

A 4-star hotel around 10km from the River Loire at Orléans. Located near the A10 and A71 just south of the Orléans city centre. The hotel has 119 rooms, making it an option for larger groups. Restaurant, bar, garden, children's play area, outdoor swimming pool. Wifi. Management has confirmed bikes can be locked in a secure storage room.

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Orléans – Adagio Access

Hotel with self-catering studios and apartments in the heart of the Loire

Studios and apartments sleepin gup to 4 people, located 1.6 km from Orléans train station and a short ride from the River Loire in the heart of the Loire Valley. Each air-conditioned apartment features an equipped kitchenette with a microwave and fridge, plus satellite TV and free wifi. Buffet breakfast also available. Heated indoor swimming pool. All apartments are serviced by a lift; management advises that bikes can be stored in bedrooms. French, Spanish, English, German, Bulgarian and Arabic spoken.

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Ouistreham - Ibis Styles (Caen ferry port)

Reliable mid-range hotel close to the Caen ferry terminal

Breakfast and wifi are included in hotel prices at the Ibis Styles Ouistreham, which is just a short ride from the Caen ferry port and harbour. This is a clean and reliable, no-fuss option. Caen is the end/start point of La Velo Francette, the bike route linking the English Channel with La Rochelle on the Atlantic Coast. Handy also for D-Day Landing Beaches and other northern coastal cycling routes as well. Safe bike storage provided inside the hotel.

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Paris - 25Hours Hotel

Funky decor awaits in this Parisian hotel near the Eurostar terminal

25Hours Hotel is in a good location by the train station right across from Gare du Nord, where Eurostar come into Paris. Bob and Jim stayed here on their Loire cycle tour - read their report here. "It’s a pretty quirky hotel with lots of unusual decorations," they report. "The staff were tremendous and the breakfast was first class – perhaps it was the best of all breakfasts on the tour." Free wifi. 240our reception. Restaurant and bar.

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Paris - Hôtel Adèle & Jules

Grand building and funky decor with a bike friendly attitude

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