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

Porticcio - Golfe d'Ajaccio Thalassa Sea & Spa

Treat yourself to some luxury after a day out on the bike in Corsica

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Porto Ota - Hotel Bella Vista

Mountain views from this family run hotel

Porto Ota lies near the World Heritage-listed Scandola Nature Reserve with its stunning sheer cliffs, hidden grottos or calanques, and numerous rock stacks soaring from the coast line with distinctive red hues. The town is about half way between Calvi and Ajaccio. The hotel is a comfortable and friendly place close enough to the action, but just tucked away enough to enjoy the views away from the crowds. All rooms come with air-conditioning and free wifi is available.

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Pouilly-sur-Loire - Hôtel le Relais de Pouilly

Hotel used by pro riders on the east bank of the river Loire

If it's good enough for the pros cyclists Orica–GreenEDGE, who've parked their bus here, then it's probably good enough for the rest of us too. Hôtel le Relais de Pouilly is a three-star hotel on the east bank of the Loire south of Nevers. The onsite restaurant serves a hearty regional menu (which you can eat on the terrace in summer). Don't forget to try the local Pouilly-Fume wine, made from  sauvignon blanc grapes just up the road (the hotel can arrange cellar tastings). This is a really family friendly hotel, with an outdoor play area ever-popular with mini guests. Free wifi. Singles, doubles and triples. French and English spoken.

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Quillan - Hotel La Chaumière

Recently renovated rooms with mountain views in Cathar country

Air-conditioned rooms that are light, airy and well-equipped this hotel is ideal for lovers of Cathar architecture. Peaceful surroundings with lots to do in the surrounding gorges and forests. There are great road and mountain bike routes in this relatively quiet and unspoilt area of the Pyrenees. The Hotel La Chaumiere has an onsite restaurant serving regional cuisine. Double, triple and family rooms available, making it versatile accommodation for groups. Some rooms have views of the Pyrenees. The annual Figure of Hate sportive is held in nearby Axat, making this an ideal base.

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Redon - Hotel Asther

Town centre hotel within easy reach of the Nantes-Brest Canal

Nothing warms my heart more than when a hotel proudly proclaims that it has parking for you and your bike. Hotel Asther is in the heart of Redon and ideally located for the Nantes-Brest Canal. Close to the train station. Free wifi. Friendly small hotel with 15 rooms. Singles, twins/doubles, triples and family rooms. French and English spoken.

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Reims - Novotel Suites Reims Centre

Reliable city centre hotel close to the railway station and key sites

Much like any other Novotel in most respects, this hotel also has spacious rooms and is hugely handy for both the station and city centre sights. Buffet breakfast with a great spread with fruit, cereals and yoghurts as well as bread, cheeses, meat and croissants. There’s also a nice little courtyard garden for breakfasting al fresco in sunny weather. Ideally located for exploring the Champagne bike routes or the Meuse River route. Gated car park. 
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Reims – Centre Cathedrale Mercure

4-star hotel with bike storage in France's Champange capital

Comfortable 4-star hotel in the Reims city centre. Within easy reach of the train station, Gare de Reims. Free wifi. Fitness centre. Restaurant on site serving excellent local cuisine and wines. The restaurant bar has a large selection of local Champagnes. Bikes can be left in a luggage room.

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Reims – Novotel Reims Tinqueux

Mid-range hotel on the western edge of Reims

Four-star hotel with bar, restaurant, garden, terrace, outdoor swimming pool, play area, Xbox consoles and free wifi. Located on the western outskirts of Reims. Management says bikes can be securely locked inside the hotel, either in communal areas (there's 24-hour reception and security cameras), or in bedrooms.

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Remiremont Saint Nabord – hotelF1

Bargain basement budget hotel accommodation near the Moselle River

On the N57 north of Remiremont, providing easy access to the River Moselle. More than 40 basic rooms sleeping up to 3 people at super budget prices. Shared toilets and shower facilities. 30km from Lac Gérardmer and mountain bike centre La Bresse. Free wifi. All-you-can-eat breakfast. Management advises bikes can be stored in rooms. The hotel's parent website has a best-price guarantee so it's always worth comparing prices.

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Rennes - Adagio Access Rennes Centre St Martin

Hotel with self-catering apartments for individuals and groups

Studios and apartments for up to 4 people near the Rennes city centre. Each room includes a fully equipped kitchenette with hot plates, fridge and microwave, though a full buffet breakfast is also available each morning in the hotel dining room. Free wifi. The hotel advises that bikes can be securely locked in the hotel's private underground car park. The official website has a best-price guarantee.

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Rennes - Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement

City chain hotel offering a comfortable and reliable night's rest

Centrally located hotel in Rennes, providing good access to city attractions. Located in a renovated printing press, the hotel features elegant décor. Each room has tea and coffee making facilities, plus mini bar. Free soft drinks. Onsite cocktail and snack bar. Full buffet breakfast available every morning, and hot meals available upon request. Free wifi. Management advises that bikes can be locked securely inside the hotel. 

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Ribeauvillé - Le Clos Saint-Vincent

Beautiful hotel with stunning views in the heart of the vineyards

Le Clos Saint-Vincent is a 4-star hotel that's popular with cyclists on the Alsace wine route. It is used by a number of cycling tour companies, so it is very welcoming towards riders. Roughly 15km north of Colmar, it's a great base for exploring the Alsace vineyards. In fact, it's right in the middle of them, with stunning views of the surrounding vines. There is an on-site restaurant serving local cuisine (you can eat in the dining room or on the terrace – both have views of the countryside out over the Vosges mountains). There is also a wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna and hot tub (and massages!)

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Riquewihr - Hotel Le Schoenenbourg

Bike-friendly hotel on the Alsace wine route

This is an ideal spot for exploring the Alsace wine route – and with its own fleet of (electric) bikes, it's safe to say the Hotel Le Schoenenbourg is pretty bike-friendly. (I love how the bikes are parked near the pool in the photo!) The hotel is eco-friendly. There are a range of options for individual riders, groups and families, with standard rooms through to duplex suites. Disabled access rooms. Pool and terrace. Free wifi. Tea and coffee facilities in the rooms (we like that!) French and English spoken. 

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Rochefort - Ibis

Bike-friendly hotel on the Atlantic Coast La Vélodyssée bike route

This hotel was recommended to us by readers who were cycling the Atlantic Coast La Vélodyssée bike route. 'A cycle-friendly hotel with a locked storeroom outside. Easy access from EuroVelo 1 and easy access to centre of Rochefort,' they wrote. Close to the train station. Free wifi. 24-hour reception. 40km from La Rochelle. Buffet breakfast.

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Rochefort - Logis Hotel Lafayette (V92 La Velo Flow)

Friendly accueil velo-accredited hotel in the town centre

Logis Hotel Lafayette a warm and welcoming bike-friendly hotel in the Rochefort town centre, just a short walk from the maritime museum and the famed Hermione frigate. The hotel is owned by cyclists (we parked our bikes in the garage with their bikes), and has accueil velo accreditation through the tourist board. As with most French hotels that aren't B&Bs, breaksfast costs extra (it's big enough to power a day on the bike). Wifi is fast and free (I'm writing this from the hotel), and the rooms are clean and comfortable. This is a great mid-range option for anyone cycling through Rochefort. (I'll post a full review here soon). ** We've stayed here – read our review. **

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Rochefort-sur-Nenon - Hotel Fernoux-Coutenet

Family run hotel-restaurant on the EuroVelo 6 bike route

On EuroVelo 6, Hotel Fernoux-Coutenet is used to welcoming cyclists (the hotel is part of the Logis group and it meets the group's bike-friendly standards). Rochefort-sur-Nenon is a lovely stop for cycling – it's a fortified village near the Doubs river. The Chaux forest neighbours the village, providing a peaceful space for walks and rides. The building itself dates back to 1857, and still carries much of this old charm, though the rooms themselves and the decor are quiet basic. Buffet breakfast (I'm told it's 'big'). The hotel has its own bar (for tasting the wines from neighbouring Burgundy), as well as its own restaurant, which serves local menus prepared with local produce. Free wifi.

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Rodez - Hotel du Midi Logis International

Reliable local hotel with B&B and apartments in historic Rodez

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Roscoff - Best Western Grand Hotel Talabardon

Bike-friendly family hotel in Roscoff with good views and nice rooms

The same family has run the Grand Hotel Talabardon, which sits on the pensinula overlooking the bay and the port, since 1890. Handy for ferry links, as well as to Brittany's excellent network of bicycle routes (including the Tour de Manche cross-Channel route). Reception round-the-clock, lift, restaurant serving local dishes (specialising in seafood and panoramic views). Free wifi. Safe and luggage storage. Bikes available for hire.

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Roscoff - Hôtel La Résidence des Artistes

Stylishly decorated 3-star hotel in the centre of Roscoff

Contemporary and recently refurbished 3-star hotel in the middle of Roscoff and just 100 metres from the harbour. Close to town centre. Handy for ferry ports and Brittany's popular bike routes. Family rooms available for groups. Free wifi. Private garage for secure parking, plus luggage store. Garden and roof-top terrace for relaxing. Multilingual staff.

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Roubaix - Lille Roubaix Grand Hotel

Stylish Art Deco hotel right in the centre of Roubaix

Situated in the very heart of Roubaix, the Lille Roubaix Grand Hôtel is an Art Deco style building with archetypal mouldings, columns and glass work. Both stylish and charming, it's just 500m from the TGV station but also an easy ride from Lille and the Eurostar terminal. There's a sauna for tired muscles, a restaurant serving local cuisine and a bar area. Free wifi. Management advises there is a lockable garage for bike store. The official booking website has a best-price guarantee. Book early for Easter weekend and the Paris-Roubaix race.

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Rouen - Hôtel du Vieux Marché

In the heart of Rouen's historic town centre

Rouen is one of France's most famous cities, having been the place where Joan of Arc was famously burned to death in 1431 (she was tied to a pillar at the Vieux-Marché itself). The Hôtel du Vieux Marché was recently renovated and boasts all the mod-cons. It's well-located for Notre Dame Cathedral, the Musée des Beaux Arts and the Seine river banks. An underground garage is available for the storage of bikes. For leisure or day riders, the city also has an excellent bike scheme called cy’clic. Unlimited free wifi and the staff speak French and English.

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Royan - Hotel Arc en Ciel

Welcoming accommodation option near the Atlantic Coast beach

Cyclists who stayed here recommended this Royan hotel to us. It's a basic but clean budget option that's ideal for the Atlantic Coast bike path as well as the start of the Canal des 2 Mers bike route that joins the Atlantic Coast to the Mediterranean via Bordeaux and Toulouse. There are double and twin rooms, some with sea views. We're told the staff are friendly and the hotel welcoming and relaxed. From the front door it's just a one-minute walk to the beach. Bike parking is in the hotel's private courtyard (pictured above). Free wifi. French and English spoken. 

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Royan - Le Pavillon Bleu Hotel Restaurant

Value hotel on the Atlantic Coast EuroVelo 1 bike route

The Le Pavillon Bleu Hotel Restaurant is a basic, budget hotel recommended to us by readers on the Atlantic Coast bike route. Royan also marks the start of the official Atlantic Coast to Mediterranean bike route, the Canal des Deux Mers, which goes via Bordeaux and Toulouse to Sete. We're told there's a private, locked garage for bikes and that the staff are welcoming. Versatile accommodation with singles, twins, doubles, triples and family rooms available. Free wifi. 

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Ruffec - Chateau des Chevaliers de Londigny

Pretend you're royalty and stay at this castle 9km north of Ruffec

Stay in a real (and still working) French castle, Chateau des Chevaliers de Londigny. There are 3 'suites' and one smaller bedroom for B&B, as well as a self-catering gite, which sleeps 6. Breakfast like a king or queen in the majestic lounges overlooking the countryside. The chateau itelf is open to tourists from April to October. This treat of a base is worth the 9km countryside detour from the Tour de Charente bike route. 

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Saint Cirq Lapopie - Hotel Les Gabarres

Hotel at the bottom of the climb to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

This is a friendly two-star hotel with pool at the foot of the historic village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. Hotel Les Gabarres offers flexible accommodation with doubles and quadruple/family rooms, as well as some self-catering rooms with kitchenettes. It was recommended to us by a cyclist who rode the Lot Valley bike route.

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Saint Die des Vosges - Ibis Hotel

Peaceful haven for cyclists in one of France's quiet corners

Roughly equidistant from Strasbourg (96km) and Nancy (84km), Saint Die des Vosges is also a handy 60km from Colmar, with the ride taking you through the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional des Ballons des Vosges. The hotel itself is in the centre of Saint Die des Vosges on the banks of the river Meurthe. It's 3-star with free wifi, and an onsite restaurant and bar. There's a small luggage store for bikes and kit, plus management advises bikes can be kept in rooms where space permits. This area is a haven for mountain bikers, but there are also plenty of wonderful (and relatively traffic-free) road routes to explore at your leisure. This is one of France's lesser travelled areas (but for how much longer?)

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Saint-Armand - Le Manoir du Butel

Secluded country B&B run by cyclists

Seriously! Who wouldn't want to ride their bike down this driveway? Le Manoir du Butel is a farmhouse B&B run by cyclists near Saint-Armand, east of the Tour du Manche route at Le Mesnil-Raoult (17km south-east of St-Lo). The French owners tell us that they regularly welcome touring cyclists and that they are indeed cyclists themselves (MTB riders). They will be able to help with local routes etc. The B&B is around 4km from the nearest large town with a restaurant, but the owners say they are happy to take you there if your legs aren't up to the task after a day on the bike. What more could you want?! 

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Saint-Émilion - Auberge de la Commanderie

Ancient Templar house-turned-hotel in the heart of Saint-Émilion

Clean and stylish 2-star hotel in the heart of UNESCO-listed Saint-Émilion. The hotel itself is part of the ancient fabric of the town, being set in an old Templar house. It's within walking distance of local restaurants and wine shops (which can arrange shipment home, just in case you were wondering...). From the door you can ride almost straight out into the vines. Doubles, twins and family rooms. This hotel is a real bargain off-season, though the price (as with everything in this tourist hotspot) tends to skyrocket in summer. The hotel has a private car parking area that's locked (it's often used by cycle tour groups). Free wifi. French and English spoken.

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Saint-Émilion - Hôtel Au Logis de Remparts à Saint-Émilion

Bike-friendly hotel in beautiful, historic Saint-Émilion

This is a lovely hotel right near the historic UNESCO-listed centre of Saint-Émilion. (Some of the hotel's own buildings are actually listed as historically significant). The accommodation is flexible, with single rooms through to family rooms. A group of cyclists who stayed here recommended the hotel to us. The full buffet breakfast (including scrambled eggs – something of a treat in rural France) filled them up. The hotel's beautiful gardens (with pool) overlook the vines and are secure, providing safe bike parking (the hotel regularly welcomes cyclists). French and English spoken. Free wifi. Late deals possible (see our link) but prices do vary across the seasons, especially in summer when Saint-Émilion is hugely popular with visitors.

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Saint-Étienne - City Lofthotel Saint-Etienne

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

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Saint-Étienne - Mercure Parc de l'Europe

City hotel well located for morning rides in the nearby park

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Saint-Germain-en-Laye - Le Château Du Val

Quaint chateau-style hotel to the west of Paris

Recommended to us by readers, Le Château Du Val sits by the River Seine to the west of Paris. It's handy for both the Epte Valley route to Le Havre and the London to Paris Avenue Verte, making it a useful stopover at the start of your journey or as your last night before arriving in Paris. The small chateau has clean rooms with breakfast being served in a Louis XIV-styled state room. And an interesting local fact for you: if you were wondering where the Saint-Germain of famous football club Paris-Saint Germain comes from, then it is in fact from this small town's football club, which merged with Paris in 1970. Anyway back to cycling, this is a great base and the owners will happily store bikes safely away overnight in the locked garage.

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Saint-Germain-sur-Ay - Home 19

EuroVelo 4 coastal stop just 5km from the beach

Stylish barn conversion that dates back to 1767. Just 5km from the beach, this is an ideal stop on a EuroVelo 4 coastal ride or to the ferry port (it's 52km to Cherbourg from here). Evening meals can be prepared on request using fresh local ingredients. Bike-friendly (it has Accueil Velo accreditation). Rooms have kettles for tea and coffee, which always goes down well with us. Rooms can accommodate up to 5 people, making this ideal for groups of families and friends. French and English spoken, plus some Spanish and German. Pet-friendly if you're travelling with your pooch. Free wifi. Arrival after 5pm preferred (get in touch if arriving earlier).

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Saint-Jean-de-Luz - Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa

Elegance and fine food by the beach

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Saint-Jean-de-Luz - Hotel Bel Air

Beach-side hotel recommended to us by cyclists

Hotel Bel Air couldn't get any closer to the beach at Saint-Jean-de-Luz without falling in. This family owned and operated hotel was recommended to us by a cyclist who was riding the Atlantic Coast bike path. The hotel has its own dedicated bicycle garage and it sees a lot of cyclists on this popular route. Terrace with ocean views (some rooms also have ocean views). English, French and Spanish spoken. Free wifi. 

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Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Hotel St-Georges

Alpine hotel recommended to us by readers

This hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne has been sent to us by cyclists who stayed there. They described it as clean, friendly and affordable. Twins, doubles and family rooms. Buffet-style breakfast with homemade jams. Onsite cafeteria. Secure bike store. Close to the train station. English, French, Italian and German spoken. Free wifi.

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Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne – Hotel de l'Europe (Col de la Croix de Fer)

Popular cycling hotel on the road to Col de la Croix de Fer

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Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port - Hotel Itzalpea

Lovely village option on the Santiago de Compostela route

With just seven bedrooms, this is more of a guesthouse than a hotel. It's a cosy refuge in the foothills of the Pyrenees, deep in Basque country and on the pilgrims' route to Santiago de Compostela. The hotel has its own salon de thé, where breakfast is also served. They get many walkers and cyclists through here, so breakfast is a nice mix of pastries, yoghurts, breads, cereals and cakes. Secure bike store. Free wifi. Bar/lounge area for relaxing, or take a stroll out through the picturesque village or by the river. This is a good value-for-money option.

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Saint-Laurent - Moulin de Saint Laurent (Canal de Garonne)

Accommodation with a pool between Buzet-sur-Baise and Agen

Recommended to us by a reader, this B&B also has self-catering gites (see here for B&B and gite) and a small camping area (see here for more on the camping area). It's ideal if you are travelling solo or with a group, and regardless of of style of travel. You can also enjoy a table d'hotes (home cooked meal with wine) if you fancy a relaxing evening, and a continental breakfast is served each morning. There is a pool and wifi and it is situated on the Canal de Garonne on the stretch between Buzet-sur-Baise and Agen.

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Saint-Léger - Chateau de Grenier

Chateau B&B on the Bordeaux and Toulouse Canal de Garonne bike route

Chateau de Grenier is an elegant chateau that's been converted to a B&B. It's ideally located just east of Damazan on the Bordeaux to Toulouse bike route and not far from where the Garonne river meets the Lot River bike route. Chateau de Grenier has been suggested to us by cyclists who stayed there. It offers bike-friendly accommodation for individuals as well as groups, and also as family rooms.

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Saint-Lô - Mercure Hotel

Bike-friendly riverside hotel with views overlooking the city

Saint-Lô is an ideal stop for anyone cycling from the western side of Manche to the D-Day beach area. This is a reliable, no-nonsense chain hotel that's got plenty of space for single riders as well as groups. Right in the middle of town, it sits opposite the city's ramparts, and provides excellent access to the train station, local bars and restaurants. The hotel has a secure storage room for bikes. Full buffet breakfast. Free wifi. Disabled access rooms. 

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Saint-Macaire - Les Feuilles d'Acanthe

Modern facilities on the banks of the river Garonne

This is considered one of the best places to stay around the medieval town of Saint-Macaire. It's part of the Logis hotel group of independently run hotels, and it meets their bike-friendly cycling criteria. If your legs are feeling tired after exploring the rolling vineyards or the Canal de Garonne towpath (which starts just east of Saint-Macaire), then the hot tub could be exactly what you need. There's also a continental breakfast-in-bed option. Rooms have all of the mod cons, there is free wifi in public areas and a restaurant/bar.

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Saint-Martin-de-Ré – Hotel de Toiras (Île de Ré)

Indulge in a little 5-star luxury on the magical Île de Ré

Pamper yourself after a day riding on the magical Île de Ré by staying at the opulent Hotel de Toiras on the Saint-Martin-de-Ré harbour front. The hotel dates back to the 17th century, its older features and antiques combining with all the mod-cons you'd expect from a 5-star hotel. Its restaurant serves delicious seasonal dishes made from local produce (you can even borrow a wicker basket and go and collect the ingredients yourself). Free wifi. Swimming pool and gardens. French, English, Spanish and German spoken. The hotel works with a local bike hire firm and all bikes can be stored in a lockable space in the hotel. Reception staff can help with maps and other tourist information.

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Saint-Martin-de-Ré – La Baronnie Hotel & Spa (Île de Ré)

Treat yourself by staying at one of Île de Ré's most beautiful hotels

Charming and historic 3-star hotel with spa centre set in an 18th century manor house in the Saint-Martin-de-Ré town centre on Île de Ré. Free wifi. Relaxing gardens fresh with the aromas of honeysuckle, mint, lavender and jasmin. Family friendly. Full buffet breakfast. Secure coded bike-parking. 10% discount off local bike hire can be arranged via the hotel. French, English and Spanish spoken.

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Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne - Hôtel Le Marintan

Flexible accommodation in the Maurienne Valley (Alpe d'Huez, Galibier)

Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne is a popular launch pad for an assault on Alpe d'Huez, the Galibier and other key cycling cols in the Maurienne Valley. Hotel Le Marintan is an accueil velo-registered hotel that is well-versed in welcoming cyclists. There's a dedicated bike storage area and plenty of versatile accommodation. Choose from doubles, triples, or quadruples in the main hotel or chalet accommodation sleeping up to six people. Most rooms have mountain views and there is free wifi throughout the hotel (but not in the chalets). It's close to Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne train station and a walk away from bars and restaurants.

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Saint-Nicolas-lès-Cîteaux - Les Cistelles B&B

Tranquil accueil-velo B&B for exploring Burgundy's wine route

If you are looking to visit the famous Burgundy wine region of Côtes de Nuit then the immaculate Les Cistelles B&B in the Nuits-Saint-Georges area could offer an ideal place to rest. The rooms are large and well equipped and there is a lovely garden. You can also choose to eat home-cooked bourguignons classics in the evening and a plentiful continental breakfast each morning. The B&B is roughly 35km from Dijon and 25km from Beaune, so ideally placed as a riding stopover.

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Saint-Omer-de-Blain - Le Nid d'Omer

Acceuil velo rated B&B very close to the Nantes-Brest Canal

Le Nid d'Omer is a traditional-style guest house B&B in Saint-Omer-de-Blain, just 150 metres from the Nantes-Brest Canal. It's set in peaceful surrounds with a terrace and garden (compete with with greenhouse and vegetable patch). Rooms are individually decorated, and have a TV and free wifi. All rooms are ensuite. Homemade, continental breakfast includes jams, cakes and hot drinks. An ideal stop on the Nantes-Brest Canal (see also the nearby Gavre Forest for rides). Le Nid d'Omer B&B is around 18km to Pontchâteau, 28km from Redon and 50km from Nantes. Free house bikes for guest use.

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Saint-Palais-sur-Mer - Domaine de Saint Palais

Accueil Velo hotel on the EuroVelo 1 La Velodyssee 10km from Royan

Domaine de Saint Palais is a 17th century wine chateau hotel with just 15 rooms in Saint Palais-sur-Mer, 10km from Royan. An accueil Velo-rated hotel, it's on the EuroVelo 1 La Velodyssee route. It is an elegant building set in lush gardens, with sunny courtyards and a friendly welcome. It's just 650m from the beach. Singles, doubles and triples available. Free wifi. Buffet breakfast available, plus there is a bar area. 

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Saint-Rémy-de-Provence - Hôtel de l'Image

A luxurious treat for cyclists in Provence

This is a lovely (and luxurious) base for cycling. Surrounded by two hectares of peaceful gardens that look out over the Alpilles mountains, Hôtel de l'Image regularly welcomes cycling groups. There's an onsite restaurant serving seasonal menus, plus a terrace and cocktail bar. There's also a maze to get lost in and a pool to cool off in (the hotel also has a deal with a nearby spa). Free wifi. French and English spoken.

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Sainte-Foy-la-Grande – Château des Vigiers

Quality 4-star hotel tucked away in the countryside

A touch of luxury hidden away in the Dordogne countryside, around 24km from Bergerac. A golf country club with an onsite restaurant, it aso has bike hire for guests. Accommodation is in the main chateau or there's (more affordable) space in the adjoining 'relais' section, including family rooms. Riding around here is just lovely, with some nice vineyard rides on super quiet roads. There are some hilly routes, but it's also possible to get in some flat kilometres east towards Monbazillac (though beware the climb up into the village). This is an ideal stop on a Bordeaux to Dordogne ride. For something a bit more personal in the same area, see here.    

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