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St Malo - Hotel Balmoral

Eco-friendly boutique hotel opposite train station in the centre of St Malo

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St Malo - Ibis Saint Malo Plage

Reliable chain hotel right on the waterfront at Saint Malo

The Ibis Saint Malo overlooks the beach and is a short bike ride from the ferry terminal, train station and town centre. Doubles and triples available. Bar, 24 hour snack service. All-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. Wifi. South-facing garden and a terrace. Close to restaurants and bars. French, Spanish, English spoken. Management advises that bikes can be locked in a secure room inside the hotel.

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St Tropez - Hotel Le Mouillage

A spot of chic seaside glamour

A charming and colourful oasis nestled by the sea, this quirky place has its own gardens and pool with vistas of the sea. Free wifi, air-conditioning as well as modern flat screen satellite TVs and iPod docking stations. Choose a room with views of the garden, pool or sea (rooms also have private terraces or balconies). Short walk to bike ride to explore the village, port and Bouillabaisse beach. The hotel works with cycle tour operators so is used to welcoming cyclists. Lots also to do for non-cyclists and families.

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Strasbourg - Adagio Access Strasbourg Petite France

Bke-friendly apartment hotel near Strasbourg's old city centre

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Strasbourg - Hilton

Centrally located Strasbourg hotel with secure bike parking

Well-located 4-star hotel in city centre. Management confirms there is a secure garage that can safely house bikes overnight. Other facilities: bar, lounge and restaurant; fitness centre and sauna. Free wifi in public areas.
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Strasbourg - Hotel du Dragon

Character-filled oasis in the heart of Strasbourg

A little oasis in central Strasbourg, Hotel du Dragon's name is in stark contrast to its peaceful character. The 3-star hotel is situated in a traditional 17th-century building a short distance from the cathedral, and has a tranquil courtyard ideal for relaxing in after a day on the bike or sightseeing. Friendly and responsive staff – when I contacted a few Strasbourg hotels to ask if they could take delivery of a bike shipment for an American cyclist, this hotel was very happy to help. They in fact have a dedicated bike shed for 6 bikes and also provide bike repair kits and tools. Rooms are modern and stylish, and include family rooms for up to 4 people, making the hotel ideal for sharers. Free wifi. 24-hour room service, plus help with tours and add-ons. Buffet breakfast available. French, English and German spoken.

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Strasbourg - Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare

Bike-friendly city centre hotel located near the train station

Hotel ideally located near the central train station in Strasbourg (the rooms are air-conditioned and sound-proofed so there are no problems with noise). This is a good bike-friendly option – when I contacted the hotel on behalf of an American cyclist who was looking for a Strasbourg hotel she could ship her bikes ahead to, management was only too happy to help. Free wifi. Hotel and bar. 24-hour reception, ideal for late arrivals. Double and triple rooms. Luggage store. French, English, German and Polish spoken.

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Tarbes - Le RexHotel

City centre hotel that regularly welcomes amateur and pro cyclists

With the Tarbes railway station only 1.3km away, this four-star hotel provides a good first stop for those arriving in the area by train or plane. It offers a great base for visitors wanting to explore the Pyrenees or take in a stage or two of the Tour de France. Decoration is modern throughout and the rooms are well appointed, with king-sized beds and air-conditioning. There is a bar and restaurant, plus gym and relaxation area (massages can be arranged). Free wifi. Staff speak French, English, Spanish and Dutch. Airport transfers available on request. Anyone arriving with a bike can use the secure storage facilities, and perhaps get some tips from the pros who often use this hotel as a base.
**We've stayed here - read our review**

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Tarn - Mercure Albi Bastides

Restored flour mill with stunning views of the river Tarn in Albi

One of the most picturesque hotels in France. Located on the banks of the Tarn, this restored flour mill now doubles as a modern hotel and centrally located hotel in Albi. 24-hour reception. Lift. Onsite restaurant and bar. Wifi. Management confirms that there is a room set aside for bike storage. 

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Thézillieu - Logis Relais de Thézillieu

Village hotel at the southern end of the Grande Traversée du Jura

Relais de Thezillieu is a family run hotel-restaurant in the small village of Thézillieu (only around 300 people live here). The hotel is near the Grande traverée du Jura à vélo route at the southern end just shy of Culoz. This area is a hub for cycling (road riding + MTB), as well as walking, fishing and, in winter, skiing (it's at an altitude of almost 900m). The restaurant here serves lovely local mountain cuisine (think home-made foie gras and brioche, tête de veau, plus regional meats and other produce. Bike room, plus locked garage if you're arriving by car. Double rooms and family rooms.
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Thiétreville - Le Clos des Ifs

B&B near the cliffs and beaches of the Côte d'Albatross

Le Clos des Ifs is an accueil velo rated B&B with large rooms and tranquil gardens. It is situated on La Véloroute du Lin (the Flax Cycle Route) and makes a great base for exploring the Normandy region. It's also just 10km from the beach at Fecamp. Wifi. French and English spoken.

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Thiviers - Hôtel de France et de Russie

Old coaching inn recommended to us by cyclists

Situated on the route to Compostella, this unique hotel is set in an 18th-century coaching inn and is used to welcoming cyclists and walkers. Handy to the centre of Thiviers, Hôtel de France et de Russie has a relaxing garden and terrace, plus an on-site gourmet restaurant, L'Escapade des Sens. At the end of the Flow Velo and on a route to Perigueux, this place is ideal for cyclists. Free wifi. Twins, doubles and family rooms. French and English spoken.

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Thouars - Hotel de la Gare

Accueil velo hotel on Velo Francette route from La Rochelle and Caen

Hotel de la Gare in Thouars offers clean and well-equipped accommodation near the train station. It has an accuiel velo rating and is used to receiving cyclists. This place is ideal if you are cycling the Velo Francette route which runs from Caen to La Rochelle. In fact we stayed here when we cycled the Francette and found it a welcome stop after a rainy day of mud and punctures. We arrived late and very wet to be met by the owner, Monsieur Galas, who took a soggy bag of cycling clothes, washed them and returned them smelling like roses the next morning. Bike parking was enclosed within the hotel garage (pictured here).

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Toulouse - Adagio Parthenon

Spacious and well-equipped apartment hotel in the Toulouse city centre

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Toulouse - Crowne Plaza

Super bike-friendly hotel a few blocks from the Canal du Midi

Super bike-friendly hotel in central Toulouse. Yannick from the hotel's management team contacted me to say they were very keen to host more English-speaking cyclists. The hotel is located on beautiful Capital Square, one of the city's showcase restaurant squares. Key city sights like the Saint Sernin Basilica, the Augustins Museum and the Convent of the Jacobins are all easy to reach from the door. The hotel is just a few blocks from the Canal de Garonne and the Canal du Midi, making it a good base for a ride in either direction. Gourmet restaurant with traditional French dishes plus a summer restaurant with salad and grill and an evening piano bar. The hotel has access to a locked bike parking box for 20 bikes in the secure carpark opposite the hotel. There's a bike maintenance and repair kit available from reception and a laundry service if you need to freshen up your kit. Free wifi. French and English spoken.

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Toulouse - Hôtel Le Père Léon

Atmospheric Toulouse institution with luggage room for bikes

Originally founded in 1905 as a wine bar by the grandfather of the current owners, the Hôtel Le Père Léon is a stylish 3-star city hotel in the city centre (the Esquirol Metro station is out the front). A brasserie still operates inside the hotel where the wine bar was first established, and this is complemented by a fully refurbished hotel. (The brasseries's wine racks – chock-full of hundreds of bottles – were protected throughout the refurbishment to preserve their coat of dust). This is a good base for exploring Toulouse – it's a quick ride to the river Garonne and to the point at which the Canal de Garonne becomes the Canal du Midi, plus it's handy for the city's museums and the basilica. Free wifi. Buffet breakfast. Singles, doubles, twins and triples. Luggage store for upto 3 bikes.

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Toulouse - Ibis Toulouse Centre

Reliable chain hotel in Toulouse city centre

A short ride from the Toulouse Old Town and the train station, the Ibis Toulouse Centre is a refurbished modern hotel with onsite restaurant and bar, plus free wifi (and web corner) and 24-hour reception. Management advises that bikes can be safely locked inside the hotel. Airport shuttle bus.

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Toulouse - Mercure Toulouse Compans Caffarelli

Hotel at the junction of the Canal du Midi and Canal de Garonne

Located just near where the Canal du Midi meets the Canal de Garonne, this hotel is well-placed for cyclists visiting Toulouse. Airport shuttle nearby. Bar and terrace restaurant overlooking a garden. Wifi. A private garage provides secure bike parking (bring your own lock). The garage is gated, requires an entry code and has security cameras. 

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Toulouse - Novotel Centre Compans Caffarelli

Toulouse hotel near the Canal du Midi and with outdoor pool

Central Toulouse hotel with a bike-friendly approach. There is a secure car park with a designated area for bikes; the car park is under CCTV surveillance. There is also a luggage store inside the hotel for bikes on arrival and for panniers etc. The hotel works with a local bike hire firm and can help arrange bike hire. Free wifi. Onsite restaurant and bar. Outdoor swimming pool. Children's play area and games console.

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Toulouse - Privilège Hôtel Mermoz

Art deco hotel in the centre of town with room for tandems

The Privilège Hôtel Mermoz in the so-called pink city of Toulouse was recommended to us by tandem riders who stayed there, so there is plenty of space for cyclists and their equipment. It's about half a kilometre from the Matabiau train station, the city's main terminal, but still manages to incorporate an outdoor pool. Rooms are soundproofed and come with a coffee machine, a handy extra. There is also a decent – if slighly expensive – breakfast served every day, or you can just pop out for a croissant or to the supermarket.

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Toulouse - Royal Wilson Hotel

Clean and welcoming Toulouse hotel that's easy on the budget

The Royal Wilson hotel is located in the centre of Toulouse, ideally located for the junction of the Garonne de Garonne and the Canal du Midi bike routes (see here). The hotel has an Accueil Vélo rating, so secure bicycle storage facilities, bike washing and repair kits are on hand. There is a free left-luggage facility and a breakfast of breads and pastries from the Victor Hugo market, fresh seasonal fruits, cereals, cream cheeses, juices and hot drinks to set up for the day.

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Tournon-sur-Rhône - Hotel Les Amandiers (Via Rhona)

Bike friendly hotel near the Via Rhona bike route

Located near the Rhone river north of Valence, the Hotel Les Amandiers offers friendly and affordable accommodation to cyclists (it's an accredited accueil velo hotel). Free wifi. Dedicated bicycle parking (and they'll even find somewhere to store your bike when the bike garage is full). Disabled access rooms. There is also a hotel car parking area (the hotel let us leave or car there while we went off cycling for a few days). Some rooms have balconies with mountain views. Generous buffet breakfasts with savoury meats, cheeses and eggs plus a fine array of croissants, fruits and breads (they get lots of cyclists here and they feed them well!) French and English spoken. We've stayed here - read our review.

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Tours - Chateau de Beaulieu

Add class to your Loire holiday at this elegant 18th century chateau

Elegant 18th century chateau that's been lovingly converted into a hotel and spa. Just south of Tours, it's an ideal stop for a spot of pampering or a base to ease tired cycling muscles (there's a sauna and hammam in the spa). It's also a good base for groups with non-cyclists, as there are lovely gardens to relax in, a tennis court, plus the hotel is within easy reach of the Loire's vineyards and historic tourist chateaux. There are 9 rooms in the castle itself, plus further rooms in the nearby pavilion. All are stylishly decorated with beautiful furniture, high-quality fabrics, soft lighting and modern bathrooms. Onsite restaurant with refined yet simple cuisine, plus wines from the best Loire Valley chateaux. Château de Beaulieu is a designated Loire à vélo label hotel, with all key cyclist facilities available onsite.

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Tours - Hotel Ibis Centre Gare

Hotel with bike parking near station and city centre

Located 300m from the Tours railway station and close to the historic city centre, this hotel is a first-night option for a cycling holiday in the Loire. 139 rooms. Free wifi. Cafe/restaurant. Management has confirmed they offer secure overnight bike parking. Local bike route advice and general tourist information also available. 

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Tourville-sur-Arques - Château de Miromesnil

Chateau on the Véloroute du Lin, or Flax Cycle Route

This is a large grand buidling surrounded by beautiful gardens which provide lovely views from each of the well appointed rooms. It's accuiel velo rated so it should offer a warm welcome with secure parking for your bike. It's ideal for La Véloroute du Lin (the Flax Cycle Route), just over 10km from the lovely ferry and fishing port of Dieppe. As well as rooms you can also request to stay in one of the two self-catering gites, which are also situated in the gardens.

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Trégueux - hotelF1 Saint-Brieuc

Budget hotel on the Brittany coast west of St Malo

Bargain basement budget chain hotel on the Brittany coast west of St Malo. Air-conditioned low-cost hotel with free WIFI and an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. Rooms are basic and sleep two or three people. Shared bathrooms; rooms have sinks, mirrors and TVs. Management advises that bikes can be stored in the bedrooms overnight. 

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Trie-sur-Baise - Logis Hotel le Loft

Stay 13th-century buildings on the Baise Valley bike route in SW France

Logis Hotel le Loft is in Trie-sur-Baise, a typical Hautes-Pyrénées village that's on the wonderfully undiscovered Baise Valley bike route. The hotel is set in charming 13th-century buildings that have been lovingly restored to provide all the comforts of contemporary living. Enjoy local gourmet cuisine in the dining room, on the terrace or in your room. At the back of the hotel, there's even an outdoor jacuzzi.
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Troyes - Le Petit Saint-Julien

Acceuil velo B&B just minutes away from the centre of Troyes

Friendly B&B with two double bedrooms in a private building each with an en-suite bathroom. There is also a terrace and garden. Ideal for couples or small families who would like to stay with locals. The station at Troyes is just 3km away. Accueil velo accredited. There's also free private parking for anyone arrivig by car. Free wifi.

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Utah D-Day Beach – Le Grand Hard (Sainte-Marie-du-Mont)

Excellent bike-friendly hotel a few kilometres from Utah Beach

Le Grand Hard is a super bike-friendly hotel in the Le Parc des Marais nature reserve close to Utah Beach, making it an ideal place to stay while exploring the D-Day landing beaches. Bike hire available at the hotel (including Garmins with pre-loaded maps). The hotel regularly welcomes cycle tour groups so the staff are used to hosting cyclists in groups or as individuals. On-site restaurant and bar, plus cafe. 11 double rooms (including 4 luxury suites), plus self-contained residences available for small groups or families (there is also a children's playground). Free wifi. French, English, Dutch and a little German spoken.
We've stayed here – read our full review. 

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Uzès - Hostellerie Provençale

Well-regarded hotel-restaurant that's used to welcoming cyclists

In the heart of Uzès is this well-known local hotel-restaurant that regularly welcomes groups of cyclists. Recognised as a 'historic hotel of France', the Hostellerie Provençale is a 300-year-old house that has been tastefully renovated to bring it into the 21st century. There are only nine rooms here, each with wifi and super showers (according to one cyclist who stayed there). Hostellerie Provençale is also a popular local eatery, with Eric and François' restaurant, La Parenthèse, specialising in quality Mediterranean cuisine. Take breakfast in the restaurant or on the terrace overlooking Uzès and the surrounding countryside. Dedicated bike storage. Massages available on request.

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Uzeste - Sous la Tonelle

Funky and friendly hotel near to Langon and Sauveterre

Stylish rooms and a warm welcome await at the Sous La Tonelle, part of the Logis hotel group (the hotel meets the group's cycling policy standards). The hotel is within easy reach of the beautiful Sauveterre and Sauternes vineyards. The rooms all come with free wifi and flat screen TVs, plus there's a self-catering gite/cottage with a fully equipped kitchen and dishwasher if you need something more than a hotel room. Continental breakfast served daily, plus there are local dishes served in the pretty, secluded terrace of an evening.

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Vacherauville - Logis Hotel Restaurant Le Relais

Hotel conveniently located for sightseeing around the Verdun battlefields

Close to the EuroVelo 19 Meuse cycle route and the voie verte, Logis Hotel Restaurant Le Relais is conveniently located for sightseeing around the Verdun battlefields. The hotel has an automated check-in outside core hours, and inside it’s clean and bright. There was a little patch of lawn, a hedge and some garden chairs behind our room – somewhere to relax in the sun and rig up a washing line to dry our cycling clothes. We locked our bikes to the window box, but there’s a small garage too. The rooms have a kettle for tea and coffee (still not that common for low and mid-range hotels in France). Photo: ©Logis Hôtels
** We've stayed here - read our review**

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Valence – Hotel Clos Syrah

Friendly hotel in peaceful surrounds 3km from Valence

Friendly hotel in peaceful surrounds 3km from the Valence city centre. Onsite restaurant, swimming pool, rooms with terraces and balconies. Management advises that bikes can either be stored in rooms or on private balconies. Free wifi throughout hotel. 24-hour reception. French, Spanish and English spoken. Part of the Best Western group, which offers a best-price guarantee online.

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Valognes - Manoir de Savigny

B&B and self-catering cottages good for Cherbourg and D-Day Beaches

Manoir de Savigny has been recommended to us by cyclists riding the Cherbourg to D-Day Beaches route. It offers flexible accommodation with both B&B and self-catering cottages set amid beautiful gardens on the outskirts of historic Valognes (the Roman causeway of Cosedia actually runs along the property). A total of 24 people can be housed here, making it a flexible option for individual cyclists as well as groups. Free wifi. French and English spoken. The property is secluded and the owners have confirmed they offer secure bike parking in outbuildings.

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Valras-Plage - Hotel Albizzia

Bike-friendly hotel close to the beach

Popular stop for cyclists taking the coastal route at the tail end of the Canal du Midi bike route. Friendly hotel that's handy for the beach. Offering good value for money, it has an outdoor pool plus terrace and snack bar. Doubles and triples available. Safe bike parking plus on-site rental. Free wifi. French, English, Spanish, German spoken.  

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Vannes - Golfe Hotel

Modern hotel rooms and studio apartments in the Vannes city centre

Modern and recently refurbished hotel in the Vannes city centre. It has hotel rooms as well as self-catering studio apartments. Free wifi. An excellent restaurant on site, plus an outdoor area and lounge. This hotel is part of the Logis Hotel network, and it conforms to that company's stringent cycling standards policy, and can offer secure parking, plus route information and advice available from the staff.

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Vars - Logis Chalet-Hôtel Alpage et Spa (Sainte Marie)

Chalet and spa on the Col de Vars, a Tour de France climb

The Chalet-Hotel Alpage & Spa in the village of Sainte Marie is a nice base for riding the Col de Vars, a Tour de France climb. Set near a winter ski resort, this area of the southern Alps is a quieter corner for road biking plus a scenic MTB area. The hotel – as the name suggests – has a spa, including sauna, hammam and hot tub. Massages available after a day on the bike. Onsite restaurant. Free wifi. Free parking if you're arriving by car.  Bike storage.
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Vaucouleurs - Lor'N Hôtel (Meuse bike route)

Basic but friendly accueil velo hotel with restaurant

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Vélomaritime bike route - Etoile de Mer Hotel and Apartments (Bray-Dunes)

Sea views on the Vélomaritime bike route

Located in the heart of the seaside resort of Bray-Dunes, the Etoile de Mer offers Accueil Velo-rated hotel apartment accommodation for up to 6 people. The management is keen for cyclists to stop over while riding Vélomaritime bike route, the French section of the Euro Velo 4. Alternatively, make it a weekend cross-border break to explore the area surrounding France's border with Belgium. This is an ideal base for cycling groups and families, as well as solo riders and couples. Apartments are self-catering, but hotel breakfasts are also available if you prefer someone else to collect the baguettes and do the cooking for you. Each apartment has wonderful sea views and the beach and dunes are within walking distance. Bikes can be kept safely in the apartments overnight. The same hotel group has other apartment hotels along the north coast of France, plus one 20km from Nice in Provence). All are bike-friendly. Photo supplied by the hotel

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Vence - Hotel Le Floréal (west of Nice)

Within striking distance of Nice on the French Riviera

Le Floréal hotel is located 1km from the Vence town centre and 17km from Nie airport. This is an ideal cycling base just west of the Nice city centre. It has a dedicated cycling policy and has hosted Tour de France teams (both in and outside of the event itself). The hotel has a secure bike shed for up to 50 bikes, there is a terrace for bike maintenance and it has local bike shop partners for hire and repairs. There is a buffet breakfast and bar, pool plus lots of other mod cons. Great access to the Provence countryside and local bike routes. Ask for their bike file with maps and other info.

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Venoy - Hôtel le Moulin de la Coudre

Old watermill in green setting

About 10km from Auxerre, the Hôtel le Moulin de la Coudre is a member of the Logis group of privately run hotels and it meets their cycling hotel criteria. It has a reputation for really friendly staff which, when combined with the restaurant serving traditional Burgundy dishes, make this a good option for both fixed base cycling holidays or stopovers. The start of the Canal du Nivernais is within reach, offering lovely route for all ages and abilities. The building itself is an old water mill and there are adjoining gardens and a terrace to relax in. Free wifi. French and English spoken.
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Verdun - Les Jardins du Mess

Grand hotel on the banks of Meuse in a town of historical importance

If you are cycling the Meuse Valley bike route, or touring the battlefields and visiting at the memorial at war Verdun, Les Jardins du Mess is a bike-friendly option right on the river bank. With really nice bathrooms and tastefully decorated rooms, it makes for a nice treat. Four star-rated, it has a piano bar and lounge, plus a restaurant dining terrace tht overlooks the river. There is also a sauna and jacuzzi, so pack your swimsuit! The hotel can help arrange bike hire if you're not arriving with your own wheels.

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Versailles - Trianon Palace Versailles

Luxury hotel at Versailles - book ahead for room deals

Set in the Parc de Versailles, on the edge of the Royal Domain and a short bike ride from Chateau de Versailles, the Trianon Palace Versailles is a Waldorf Astoria hotel (part of the Hilton Hotel group). Management tells us that bikes can be securely locked in an underground parking enclosure - it has a metal gate that is locked every night. The parking is used by the hotel's guests and a small number of people who live locally. Paid-for wifi. Other facilities include pool/spa complex, several bars and restaurants, including a Gordon Ramsay restaurant. Hilton has a best-priced guarantee, with its website (click below) offering the lowest prices online. Book ahead for the best prices.

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Versailles – Hôtel Le Versailles

Stay next door to France's most famous royal residence

Location! Location! Location! Hôtel Le Versailles is mere metres from the famous palace after which it's named. If you're lucky, you may even be able to see France's most famous royal residence from your bedroom window (or on the walls, given the hotel is themed throughout to align with its chateau neighbour). The hotel is perfect for daytrippers from Paris, as well as anyone en route to Mont St-Michel on the Veloscenic route – the bike path starts nearby. Super cyclists' breakfasts with Continental options plus beef sausages and scrambled eggs. There's a bike rack outside and staff can arrange a secure place inside the hotel for your bike. Free wifi. French, English, Dutch and German spoken.  
You can read our full review here

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Vertrieu - Relais du Destin (ViaRhona bike route east of Lyon)

Guesthouse-style hotel for B&B + apartments for self-catering

The Relais du Destin is marketed as a B&B/guesthouse, but it's more like a small hotel. It was recommended to us by cyclists who stayed there while riding the Via Rhona bikes route. It's located on the banks of the River Rhone in in Vertrieu, just over 50km east of Lyon. It has large rambling gardens and terraces, and some rooms overlook the river. Free wifi. Rooms have private bathroom with showers, plus extra luxuries like hairdryers, bathrobes, toiletries and even coffee machines. There is also an apartment with a fully equipped kitchen for two self-caterers, as well as a villa sleeping 10 people. A range of B&B rooms for all group sizes: doubles, twins, quads, plus a room sleeping 6

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Via Rhona - Hotel Ibis Lyon Sud Vienne Saint Louis (Vienne)

River views on the Via Rhona just south of Lyon

Nice central location on the Via Rhona bike route. The rooms are air-conditioned and you can eat a good breakfast in the restaurant. Free wifi. English and French spoken. Also handy for the train station, which is just 1km away. It's 44km to Lyon airport. 

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Via Rhona - Hotel le Clos des Oliviers (Bourg-Saint-Andéol)

Accueil Velo-rated hotel midway between Montélimar and Orange

Hotel le Clos des Oliviers is an affordable Accueil Velo-rated hotel in Bourg-Saint-Andéol, midway between Montélimar and Orange on the Via Rhona bike route. Basic but clean rooms from €45 or a little extra for air-con. Restaurant onsite. Garage for bikes. Member of the Logis group of independently run French hotels. English spoken. 

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Via Rhona - Ibis budget Loriol Le Pouzin (Le Pouzin)

Good budget option on the Via Rhona south of Valence

In a great location for the Via Rhona, this Ibis Budget is a good option if you want a clean, affordable, basic stay during your ride. Importantly for hot summers, it also has air-conditioning. Ibis Budget offers what it says on the tin – plain, basic two-star accommodation. This one has views over the Ardèche River and 24-hour reception. Doubles, twins and triples. Rooms have their own bathrooms and TVs. Onsite bar. There's a basic buffet breakfast in the morning for a supplement. Free wifi.

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Via Rhôna - Le Cèdre de Soyons

Elegant family run villa hotel on the Via Rhôna bike route

A family run accueil vélo hotel just 500 metres from the Via Rhôna bike route and 7km from Valence. It's an ideal option for anyone exploring the Drome or Ardèche areas of France by bike. Outdoor pool and sun terrace, plus onsite restaurant serving delicious French cuisine. Free wifi. Bike hire can also be arranged via reception. Disabled access rooms. We've stayed here when we cycled the Dolce Via and a section of the Via Rhôna, and we were really impressed by the owners' bikey credentials – read our review here.

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ViaRhona - Domaine Insolite du Petit Moras (Chomérac)

Small and friendly B&B recommended to us by cyclists

Domaine Insolite du Petit Moras is a small and friendly B&B recommended to us by cyclists who stayed there while cycling the Via Rhona bike route. It's just off the Via Rhona at Chomérac, just under 40km from Valence. Free wifi. Breakfast is a continental affair or you can order from a menu. There is an outdoor swimming pool + sauna and jacuzzi. Trampoline for the kids.

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