Published by Lyn on 29 October 2024
Need cycling accommodation near the Tour de France route? Then this page is for you.
More Tour de France information and advice
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- 2025 Tour de France Femmes - stage-by-stage
- Finding bike hire for the Tour de France
- Tour de France road closure information
- Advice for watching the TDF in person
- Advice for watching the TDF in Paris
- Beginner's guide to the Tour de France
- Riding Etape du Tour
- 2025 Tour de France program and race guide
Firstly, if you're anywhere near the Tour de France route in July, book your accommodation EARLY and book your bike hire EARLY to avoid missing out.
If you need help with bike hire, you can use our bespoke service here. Road bikes in particular are in high demand in July.
If you want to take the hassle out of planning, you could also consider a TDF package holiday to gain access to the route and accommodation. We can help you via this page.
In terms of accommodation ...
Each year, we compile a list of bike-friendly hotels, B&Bs and self-catering gites within reach of the Tour de France route. It's always a work in progress as new suggestions come to hand on the Tour de France route for that year.
To the best of our knowledge, all the Tour de France accommodation options below – each within reach of the route by either car or bike – have secure bicycle parking. They are run by bike-friendly owners and managers who are listed in our Where to stay section.
If you own a bike-friendly property on the Tour de France route, email me at lyn@freewheelingfrance.com for info on how to get listed on this page.
If you get super stuck, you can always check booking sites like booking.com too.
Stage 1: Saturday, July 5 - Lille
Lille - Ibis Styles Lille Centre Gare Beffroi
Centrally located hotel in Lille with 140 rooms - good for groups.
Lille – Ibis Centre Gares
Reliable chain hotel close to Lille Eurostar terminal.
Platier d'Oye Nature Reserve - Evancy Oye-Plage Hotel and Apartments
Apartments in a nature reserve between Calais and Dunkirk.
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Evancy La Marina Hotel and Apartments
Accueil Velo-rated aparthotel ideally located for the Vélomaritime bike route.
Favières - Logis Hôtel les Saules
Peaceful village location not far from the EuroVelo 4 bike route.
Équihen-Plage - Le Domaine Sauvage Hotel and Apartments
Enjoy seaviews from your room on the EuroVelo 4 bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile des Dunes Hotel and Apartments
Bike-friendly seaside resort on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Peupliers Hotel and Apartments
Beach hotel on the Belgian border and the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Margats Hotel and Apartments
Aparthotel handy for Dunkirk on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile de Mer Hotel and Apartments
Sea views on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Le Touquet - Residence Les Jardins de la Cote d'Opale
Apartments on the edge of a forest a 1.5km ride from the beach.
Calais - Holiday Inn
Port hotel experienced at welcoming cyclists to Calais.
Calais - Hotel Meurice
Historic Calais hotel in town centre and close to the ferry port.
Calais Ibis Styles Centre
Clean and modern chain hotel in Calais city centre.
Calais Novotel Coquelles
High-tech hotel just 200m from the Eurotunnel terminal at Calais.
Camiers - Trésors d’Opale Hotel and Apartments (Le Touquet)
Beachside hotel just 60km from the ferry at Calais.
You could consider using Arras as a base if you are looking to follow a few of the early stages. Try:
Arras - Hotel de l'Univers
Stylish and affordable mid-range hotel in the centre of Arras.
Arras - Maison d'Hôtes La Corne d'Or
Elegantly decorated family-run B&B in central Arras.
Stage 2: Sunday, July 6 - Lauwin-Planque to Boulogne-sur-Mer, 209km
Lille - Ibis Styles Lille Centre Gare Beffroi
Centrally located hotel in Lille with 140 rooms - good for groups.
Lille – Ibis Centre Gares
Reliable chain hotel close to Lille Eurostar terminal.
Platier d'Oye Nature Reserve - Evancy Oye-Plage Hotel and Apartments
Apartments in a nature reserve between Calais and Dunkirk.
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Evancy La Marina Hotel and Apartments
Accueil Velo-rated aparthotel ideally located for the Vélomaritime bike route.
Équihen-Plage - Le Domaine Sauvage Hotel and Apartments
Enjoy seaviews from your room on the EuroVelo 4 bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile des Dunes Hotel and Apartments
Bike-friendly seaside resort on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Peupliers Hotel and Apartments
Beach hotel on the Belgian border and the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Margats Hotel and Apartments
Aparthotel handy for Dunkirk on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile de Mer Hotel and Apartments
Sea views on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Le Touquet - Residence Les Jardins de la Cote d'Opale
Apartments on the edge of a forest a 1.5km ride from the beach.
Fort-Mahon Plage - Belle Dune Holiday Village
Apartments and houses in eco-village.
Calais - Holiday Inn
Port hotel experienced at welcoming cyclists to Calais.
Calais - Hotel Meurice
Historic Calais hotel in town centre and close to the ferry port.
Calais Ibis Styles Centre
Clean and modern chain hotel in Calais city centre.
Calais Novotel Coquelles
High-tech hotel just 200m from the Eurotunnel terminal at Calais.
Camiers - Trésors d’Opale Hotel and Apartments (Le Touquet)
Beachside hotel just 60km from the ferry at Calais.
Abbeville - Ibis
Mid-range hotel between the bay of Somme and Amiens.
You could also consider using Arras as a base if you are looking to follow a few of the early stages. Try:
Arras - Hotel de l'Univers
Stylish and affordable mid-range hotel in the centre of Arras.
Arras - Maison d'Hôtes La Corne d'Or
Elegantly decorated family-run B&B in central Arras.
Stage 3: Monday, July 7 - Valenciennes to Dunkerque, 172km
Lille - Ibis Styles Lille Centre Gare Beffroi
Centrally located hotel in Lille with 140 rooms - good for groups.
Lille – Ibis Centre Gares
Reliable chain hotel close to Lille Eurostar terminal.
Platier d'Oye Nature Reserve - Evancy Oye-Plage Hotel and Apartments
Apartments in a nature reserve between Calais and Dunkirk.
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Evancy La Marina Hotel and Apartments
Accueil Velo-rated aparthotel ideally located for the Vélomaritime bike route.
Équihen-Plage - Le Domaine Sauvage Hotel and Apartments
Enjoy seaviews from your room on the EuroVelo 4 bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile des Dunes Hotel and Apartments
Bike-friendly seaside resort on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Peupliers Hotel and Apartments
Beach hotel on the Belgian border and the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Margats Hotel and Apartments
Aparthotel handy for Dunkirk on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile de Mer Hotel and Apartments
Sea views on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Le Touquet - Residence Les Jardins de la Cote d'Opale
Apartments on the edge of a forest a 1.5km ride from the beach.
Calais - Holiday Inn
Port hotel experienced at welcoming cyclists to Calais.
Calais - Hotel Meurice
Historic Calais hotel in town centre and close to the ferry port.
Calais Ibis Styles Centre
Clean and modern chain hotel in Calais city centre.
Calais Novotel Coquelles
High-tech hotel just 200m from the Eurotunnel terminal at Calais.
Camiers - Trésors d’Opale Hotel and Apartments (Le Touquet)
Beachside hotel just 60km from the ferry at Calais.
You could consider using Arras as a base if you are looking to follow a few of the early stages. Try:
Arras - Hotel de l'Univers
Stylish and affordable mid-range hotel in the centre of Arras.
Arras - Maison d'Hôtes La Corne d'Or
Elegantly decorated family-run B&B in central Arras.
Stage 4: Tuesday, July 8 - Amiens to Rouen, 173km
Amiens - Grand Hôtel de l’Univers
Stylish three-star hotel right in the centre of Amiens.
Amiens - Appart'Hotel Odalys Blamont
Modern apartment-style hotel between Calais and Paris.
Amiens - Mercure Cathedrale
4-star hotel opposite Amiens' famous UNESCO-listed cathedral.
Amiens – Ibis Centre Cathedrale
Mid-range bike-friendly hotel in the Amiens city centre.
Les Andelys - Camping L'Île des Trois Rois
Riverside campsite on the Seine River south of Rouen.
Gueudecourt - Le Clos du Clocher B&B and self-catering gites
Idyllic B&B and gites at the heart of the WWI battlefields.
Favières - Logis Hôtel les Saules
Peaceful village location not far from the EuroVelo 4 bike route.
Lille - Ibis Styles Lille Centre Gare Beffroi
Centrally located hotel in Lille with 140 rooms - good for groups.
Lille – Ibis Centre Gares
Reliable chain hotel close to Lille Eurostar terminal.
Platier d'Oye Nature Reserve - Evancy Oye-Plage Hotel and Apartments
Apartments in a nature reserve between Calais and Dunkirk.
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Evancy La Marina Hotel and Apartments
Accueil Velo-rated aparthotel ideally located for the Vélomaritime bike route.
Équihen-Plage - Le Domaine Sauvage Hotel and Apartments
Enjoy seaviews from your room on the EuroVelo 4 bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile des Dunes Hotel and Apartments
Bike-friendly seaside resort on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Peupliers Hotel and Apartments
Beach hotel on the Belgian border and the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Villa Les Margats Hotel and Apartments
Aparthotel handy for Dunkirk on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Bray-Dunes - Etoile de Mer Hotel and Apartments
Sea views on the Vélomaritime bike route.
Le Touquet - Residence Les Jardins de la Cote d'Opale
Apartments on the edge of a forest a 1.5km ride from the beach.
Abbeville - Ibis
Mid-range hotel between the bay of Somme and Amiens.
Albert - Ibis Hotel
Bike-friendly hotel near the battlefields of the Somme.
Albert - Hôtel Royal Picardie
Comfortable and friendly 3-star hotel in the heart of the Somme.
Calais - Holiday Inn
Port hotel experienced at welcoming cyclists to Calais.
Calais - Hotel Meurice
Historic Calais hotel in town centre and close to the ferry port.
Calais Ibis Styles Centre
Clean and modern chain hotel in Calais city centre.
Calais Novotel Coquelles
High-tech hotel just 200m from the Eurotunnel terminal at Calais.
Camiers - Trésors d’Opale Hotel and Apartments (Le Touquet)
Beachside hotel just 60km from the ferry at Calais.
You could consider using Arras as a base if you are looking to follow a few of the early stages. Try:
Arras - Hotel de l'Univers
Stylish and affordable mid-range hotel in the centre of Arras.
Arras - Maison d'Hôtes La Corne d'Or
Elegantly decorated family-run B&B in central Arras.
Stage 5: Wednesday, July 9 - Caen to Caen time trial, 33km
Caen - Hotel Moderne
Friendly 4-star hotel with dedicated bike shed for parking.
Caen – Adagio Caen Centre
Hotel with self-catering apartments for individuals and groups.
Caen – Mercure Centre Port de Plaisance
Central city hotel facing the marina and good for ferry port.
Ouistreham - Ibis Styles (Caen ferry port)
Reliable mid-range hotel close to the Caen ferry terminal.
Vierville-sur-Mer - Camping Omaha Beach
Spectacular views and direct access to the historic D-Day beach.
D-Day Beaches - Camping Utah Beach
Campsite with tent pitches and cabins right on the D-Day Beaches.
D-Day Beaches - Hotel Kyriad (Carentan)
Ideal for exploring the D-Day beaches and the Airborne Museum.
Bayeux - Hotel Le Lion d'Or
Bike-friendly hotel ideal for a visit to the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
Bayeux - Novotel Hotel
Bayeux hotel that comes recommended by readers.
Cabourg - Le Grand Hotel Cabourg
A 5-star treat with bike storage on the waterfront at Cabourg.
Branville - Normandy Garden Holiday Village
Apartments, houses and cottages close to the beach.
Stage 6: Thursday, July 10 - Bayeux to Vire Normandy, 201km
Bayeux - Hotel Le Lion d'Or
Bike-friendly hotel ideal for a visit to the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
Bayeux - Novotel Hotel
Bayeux hotel that comes recommended by readers.
Vire - Hotel Saint-Pierre
Town centre hotel on the Tour de Manche bike route.
Vierville-sur-Mer - Camping Omaha Beach
Spectacular views and direct access to the historic D-Day beach.
D-Day Beaches - Camping Utah Beach
Campsite with tent pitches and cabins right on the D-Day Beaches.
D-Day Beaches - Hotel Kyriad (Carentan)
Ideal for exploring the D-Day beaches and the Airborne Museum.
Caen - Hotel Moderne
Friendly 4-star hotel with dedicated bike shed for parking.
Caen – Adagio Caen Centre
Hotel with self-catering apartments for individuals and groups.
Caen – Mercure Centre Port de Plaisance
Central city hotel facing the marina and good for ferry port.
Ouistreham - Ibis Styles (Caen ferry port)
Reliable mid-range hotel close to the Caen ferry terminal.
Cabourg - Le Grand Hotel Cabourg
A 5-star treat with bike storage on the waterfront at Cabourg.
Branville - Normandy Garden Holiday Village
Apartments, houses and cottages close to the beach.
Le Beny Bocage - La Maison De La Fontaine
Accueil Velo-rated B&B near the fun of the Viaduc de la Souleuvre, north or Vire Normandy.
Stage 7: Friday, July 11 - Saint-Malo to Mûr-de-Bretagne Guerlédan, 194km
Brignac - La Hut Serein
Quirky shepherd's hut for 3 people just south of the route at as it heads down from Saint-Malo. Good also for stage 8.
Rostrenen - La Maison du Canal
B&B perfect for cyclists riding the Nantes-Brest Canal and just west of Mur-de-Bretagne.
Carhaix-Plouguer - La Cabine Secrete (Le Moustoir)
Peaceful cabin on the Nantes Brest Canal west of the finish line.
St Malo - Hotel Balmoral
Eco-friendly boutique hotel opposite the train station in the centre of St Malo.
St Malo - Ibis Saint Malo Plage
Reliable chain hotel right on the waterfront at Saint-Malo.
St Malo - Résidence Pierre & Vacances Ty Mat
Affordable 4-person apartments close to ferries and local bike routes.
Trégueux - hotelF1 Saint-Brieuc
Budget hotel on the Brittany coast west of St Malo.
Plumieux- By The Lake B&B
Friendly B&B east of the finish line.
Dinan - Hotel Dinan Port Le Jerzual
Lovely riverside hotel that's also a great base for exploring Dinan.
Dinan - Hôtel Océan Dinan
Ideal location opposite the train station.
Dinard - Cit'Hotel les Alizés
Small and friendly hotel near the coast of Brittany.
Ploermel - Hotel Le Cobh (Nantes-Brest Canal)
Family hotel in the centre of Ploermel.
Pontivy - Hotel du Chateau
Friendly hotel near the Nantes Brest Canal 16km south of the finish line.
Pontivy - Ibis Budget Pontivy
Budget hotel with secure parking on the outskirts of town 16km south of the finish line.
Mont St Michel - Hotel Le Beauvoir
Well regarded local restaurant with accommodation on site.
Mont St Michel - Au Bon Accueil
Homely B&B and chambres d'hôtes on the Brittany/Normandy border.
Mont St Michel - Ibis Avranches Mont St Michel
Reliable chain hotel within reach of Mont St Michel.
Mont St Michel – Hôtel Les 13 Assiettes
Peaceful cycle-friendly hotel in the Mont Saint Michel bay.
Stage 8: Saturday, July 12- Saint-Méen-le-Grand to Laval, 174km
Brignac - La Hut Serein
Quirky shepherd's hut for 3 people south-west of the start line. Good also for stage 7.
Rennes - Adagio Access Rennes Centre St Martin
Hotel with self-catering apartments for individuals and groups.
Rennes - Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
City chain hotel offering a comfortable and reliable night's rest.
Lavel - Hotel De Paris
Mayenne riverside hotel handy for towpath access.
Château-Gontier - Le Parc Hotel & Spa
19th century manor on the Velo Francette route with 'accueil velo' label south of Laval.
Stage 9: Sunday, July 13 - Chinon to Chateauroux, 170km
Bracieux - Logis Hôtel du Cygne
Hotel located just outside Blois (east of Chinon and north of Chateauroux).
Aubigny-sur-Nère – Camping les Étangs
Rural Loire Valley campsite offering a back-to-nature experience SE of Orleans.
Belleville-sur-Loire - Hotel Terre de Loire
Handy stop on the river Loire.
Bourges - Novotel
Comfortable 4-star hotel north-east of Chateauroux.
Orléans - Ibis Orléans Centre
City hotel with mod-cons and secure bike parking.
Orléans – Adagio Access
Hotel with self-catering studios and apartments in the heart of the Loire.
Orléans la Source - Novotel
Clean, family friendly hotel 10km south of the River Loire.
Pierrefitte-sur-Sauldre - Camping Les Alicourts
Loire Valley campsite.
Stage 10: Monday, July 14 - Ennezat to Le Mont-Dore Puy de Sancy, 163km
Clermont Ferrand - hotelF1 Clermont Ferrand Est
Super budget hotel near Auvergne airport and east of the route as it skirts Clermont Ferrand.
Clermont-Ferrand - Adagio Access Clermont Ferrand Jaude
Affordable studio apartments in Clermont Ferrand, east of the stage route.
Clermont-Ferrand - Camping Huttopia Royat
Camping option with tent pitches, cabins and safari tents in the shadow of ancient volcanoes.
Puy de Dome - Archipel Volcans
A peaceful place to enjoy the Puy de Dome region east of the stage route.
Puy de Dome - Volcan Sancy Spa
Handy hotel for cycling the famous volcanoes of Auvergne east of the route.
Rest day: Tuesday, July 15 - Toulouse
Toulouse - Adagio Parthenon
Spacious and well-equipped apartment hotel in the Toulouse city centre.
Toulouse - Crowne Plaza
Super bike-friendly hotel a few blocks from the Canal du Midi.
Toulouse - Hôtel Le Père Léon
Atmospheric Toulouse institution with luggage room for bikes.
Toulouse - Ibis Toulouse Centre
Reliable chain hotel in Toulouse city centre.
Toulouse - Mercure Toulouse Compans Caffarelli
Hotel at the junction of the Canal du Midi and Canal de Garonne.
Toulouse - Novotel Centre Compans Caffarelli
Hotel near the Canal du Midi and with outdoor pool.
Toulouse - Privilège Hôtel Mermoz
Art deco hotel in the centre of town with room for tandems.
Toulouse - Royal Wilson Hotel
Clean and welcoming Toulouse hotel that's easy on the budget.
Stage 11: Wednesday, July 16 - Toulouse to Toulouse, 154km
Toulouse - Adagio Parthenon
Spacious and well-equipped apartment hotel in the Toulouse city centre.
Toulouse - Crowne Plaza
Super bike-friendly hotel a few blocks from the Canal du Midi.
Toulouse - Hôtel Le Père Léon
Atmospheric Toulouse institution with luggage room for bikes.
Toulouse - Ibis Toulouse Centre
Reliable chain hotel in Toulouse city centre.
Toulouse - Mercure Toulouse Compans Caffarelli
Hotel at the junction of the Canal du Midi and Canal de Garonne.
Toulouse - Novotel Centre Compans Caffarelli
Hotel near the Canal du Midi and with outdoor pool.
Toulouse - Privilège Hôtel Mermoz
Art deco hotel in the centre of town with room for tandems.
Toulouse - Royal Wilson Hotel
Clean and welcoming Toulouse hotel that's easy on the budget.
Castelnaudary - Logis Hotel le Clos Fleuri (Canal du Midi)
Bike-friendly hotel between Toulouse and Carcassonne. Also handy for stage 15.
Castelnaudary - Maison du Cassoulet
Hearty food served at this hotel on the Canal du Midi. Also handy for stage 15.
Stage 12: Thursday, July 17 - Auch to Hautacam, 181km
Auch – Hotel de France
Old coaching inn with reliable accommodation in the heart of the Gers.
Agen - Chambre d'Hôtes et Spa
A friendly B&B recommended to us by cyclists who stayed here.
Agen - Citotel Stim'Otel
In the heart of Agen on the Canal de Garonne bike route.
Boé - Chateau Saint Marcel
17th-century chateau close to Agen.
Tarbes - Le RexHotel
City centre hotel that regularly welcomes amateur and pro cyclists.
Lourdes Ibis Centre Gare
City centre hotel just 250m from the train station.
Beaumarches - Logis Le Relais du Bastidou
Peaceful location with a pool north of Tarbes.
Trie-sur-Baise - Logis Hotel le Loft
Stay 13th-century buildings on the Baise Valley bike route east of the TDF route.
Argelès-Gazost - Le Belvedere
A lovingly restored self-catered retreat near the finish line.
Argeles-Gazost - Logis Hotel Beau Site
Incredible views and access to some of the best cycling in the world.
Col d'Aspin/Tourmalet/Aubisque - Hotel Les Templiers
Cosy famiily run hotel on the western side of the Col du Tourmalet south of the Hautacam.
Gavarnie - Logis Hotel la Brèche de Roland
Family run Pyrenean hotel-restaurant in beautiful Gavarnie, south of the Hautacam.
Cauterets - Hotel-Residence Le Lys
Versatile hotel with studios/apartments in Cauterets town centre, south of the finish line.
Aubisque - Green Bike Pyrenees (Laruns)
Perfect accueil velo B&B base in the western Pyrenees est of the TDF route.
Aubisque and Tourmalet - Soupiets B&B (Betpouey)
Cycle-friendly house south of the Hautacam.
Bagnères-de-Bigorre – Les Dix Arches (Aspin/Tourmalet)
Cyclists' B&B with workshop and washdown facilities at foot of Tourmalet.
Stage 13: Friday, July 18 - Loudenvielle to Peyragudes time trial, 11km
Bagnères-de-Luchon - Free Range Chalet B&B
Super B&B catering for cyclists from the heart of Bagnères-de-Luchon.
Bagnères de Luchon - Venasque apartments
Affordable cyclists' apartments in the heart of Bagnères de Luchon.
Bagnères-de-Bigorre – Les Dix Arches (Aspin/Tourmalet)
Cyclists' B&B with workshop and washdown facilities at foot of Tourmalet. Good for stages 12, 13 and 14.
Bourg-dʼOueil - Hotel Le Sapin Fleuri (Port de Bales)
Family-run mountain hotel with fantastic cycling facilities and routes.
Stage 14: Saturday, July 19 - Pau to Luchon Superbagnères, 183km
Bagnères-de-Bigorre – Les Dix Arches (Aspin/Tourmalet)
Cyclists' B&B with workshop and washdown facilities at foot of Tourmalet. Good for stages 12, 13 and 14.
Bagnères-de-Luchon - Free Range Chalet B&B
Super B&B catering for cyclists from the heart of Bagnères-de-Luchon.
Bagnères-de-Luchon - Venasque apartments
Affordable cyclists' apartments in the heart of Bagnères de Luchon.
Bourg-dʼOueil - Hotel Le Sapin Fleuri (Port de Bales)
Family-run mountain hotel with fantastic cycling facilities and routes.
Aubisque - Green Bike Pyrenees (Laruns)
Perfect accueil velo B&B base in the western Pyrenees south of Pau.
Oloron Sainte Marie – B&B Amphitryon
Friendly French B&B on the western Pyrenees SW of Pau.]
Col d'Aspin/Tourmalet/Aubisque - Hotel Les Templiers
Cosy famiily run hotel on the western side of the Col du Tourmalet.
Pau – Hotel Continental
Elegant Pau city centre hotel close to the train station.
Pau – Parc Beaumont
An elegant five-star hotel with views overlooking the Pyrenees.
Pau - Hotel Première Classe Pau Est
Budget accommodation on the outskirts of the city.
Tarbes – Le RexHotel
City centre hotel that regularly welcomes amateur and pro cyclists. Read our review.
Stage 15: Sunday, July 20 - Muret to Carcassonne, 169km
Carcassonne - Hotel Le Donjon
Beautifully restored hotel in the heart of Carcassonne's Old Town.
Carcassonne - Ibis Styles Carcassonne La Cité
Canal du Midi stop with views over the old city's rooftops.
Carcassonne - The Little French Maison (Canal du Midi)
Self-catering village house off the beaten track 8km from Carcassonne.
Carcassonne – Hotel de la Cité & Spa MGallery
A luxurious end to a day on the bike with a splash of class in Carcassonne.
Castelnaudary - Logis Hotel le Clos Fleuri (Canal du Midi)
Bike-friendly hotel between Toulouse and Carcassonne. Also handy for stage 11.
Castelnaudary - Maison du Cassoulet
Hearty food served at this hotel on the Canal du Midi. Also handy for stage 11.
Coustaussa - Maison Palmeral
South of Carcassonne and ideal for exploring the Cathar region.
Homps - Camping la Pinède
Campsite in Lézignan-Corbières, east of Carcassonne.
Homps - Le Jardin d'Homps
Bike-friendly B&B on the Canal du Midi east of Carcassonne.
If you get stuck for accommodation around Carcassonne, you could consider staying somewhere like Narbonne and getting the train. Try:
Narbonne - Hotel la Residence
Hotel that comes recommended by cyclists who stayed there.
Narbonne - Chambre d'Hôtes Villa Ambrosia
Bike-friendly village B&B midway between Beziers and Montpellier.
Narbonne-Plage - Logis Hotel de la Clape
Great location on the Canal de la Robine, a branch of the famous Canal du Midi.
For Carcassonne, you could look at staying in Beziers if you also want to see the Montpellier stage (Beziers is roughly halfway between the two). Try:
Béziers – Hôtel des Poètes
Bike-friendly two-star hotel opposite garden oasis in Béziers centre.
Béziers - L'Hôtel Particulier
Stylish and intimate hotel offering a touch of luxury in Béziers.
Béziers - Hôtel Confort
Local hotel used to welcoming cyclists near the Canal du Midi.
Béziers – Appart'City
Hotel with self-catering apartments in town centre.
Rest day: Monday, July 21 - Montpellier
See stage 16 below.
Stage 16: Tuesday, July 22 - Montpellier to Ventoux, 172km
For Ventoux, try:
Bédoin - Hotel des Pins
Hotel ideal for exploring the area around Mont Ventoux.
Crillon le Brave Hotel Crillon le Brave
Relaxing 5-star bike-friendly hotel near Ventoux with self-catering option.
Mazan – Hôtel Le Siècle
Comfortable two-star hotel a short ride from the foot of Mont Ventoux.
Orange - Grand Hotel d'Orange
Modern comfort with rich history on your doorstep.
Orange - Hotel L'Herbier
Central townhouse hotel west of Ventoux.
Apt - Les Oliviers & Les Cerisiers (Ventoux)
Versatile accommodation for small solo riders, couples and small groups.
Apt - Cent Cinq apartments
Town centre apartments in Provence's picture-perfect Luberon region.
Apt - Chez Manon
Self-catering cycle-friendly base close to Ventoux and lavender routes.
Carpentras - Le Comtadin
Bike-friendly hotel on leisure routes near Ventoux.
Cavaillon - Hotel Mercure
4-star hotel a short ride from the centre of Cavaillon.
Cavaillon - Pont Royal en Provence
Self-catering apartments and houses for up to 8 people SE of Cavaillon.
Mirabel-aux-Baronnies - Le Rêve Provençal
Ride Ventoux from self-catered gite + pool, vineyards and olive groves.
Fontaine-de-Vaucluse - Hotel Restaurant du Parc
Tranquil riverside hotel with bike storage area.
Le Barroux - La Ferme des Bélugues
A lovely cyclist-run base close to Ventoux and lavender routes.
For Montpellier, try:
Montpellier – Hotel du Palais
Basic but friendly two-star bike-friendly hotel in the city centre.
Montpellier – Holiday Inn Express Montpellier Odysseum
New hotel east of the Montpellier city centre with bike store facilities.
Montpellier - Camping Altéa
Near the coast halfway between Sete and Montpellier (15km each way).
Nîmes – Hotel Adagio Access
Apart-hotel with self-catering studios and apartments for up to 4 people.
Sommières - Domaine de Massereau
Holiday lodges on a working vineyard between Montpellier and Nîmes.
Uzès - Hostellerie Provençale
Cycling base a bit off the beaten track north of Nimes.
Also try:
Avignon - Grand Hotel
Comfortable four-star hotel near the train station and town walls.
Avignon - Mercure Pont d'Avignon
Comfortable bike-friendly hotel in the heart of Avignon.
For Montpellier, you could look at staying in Beziers if you also want to see the Carcassonne stage (Beziers is roughly halfway between the two). Try:
Béziers – Hôtel des Poètes
Bike-friendly two-star hotel opposite garden oasis in Béziers centre.
Béziers - L'Hôtel Particulier
Stylish and intimate hotel offering a touch of luxury in Béziers.
Béziers - Hôtel Confort
Local hotel used to welcoming cyclists near the Canal du Midi.
Béziers – Appart'City
Hotel with self-catering apartments in town centre.
Herault – B&B Villa Fontilha
Bike-friendly village B&B midway between Beziers and Montpellier.
Gorges de la Méouge - Serre Des Ormes
Beautiful B&B run for cyclists by cyclists between the Alps and Ventoux.
Stage 17: Wednesday, July 23 - Bollène to Valence, 161km
For Valence, you could consider staying in Lyon and catching the train down (don't forget to book train tickets in advance).
Try:
Lyon - Aparthotel Privilodges
Hotel with studios and apartments sleeping up to 4 people west of the finish line. Handy for the airport/trains and hire car pickups.
Lyon - Logis Hotel la Cascade
Rooms and pool surrounded by woodland west of Lyon and west of the finish line. Handy for the airport/trains and hire car pickups.
Lyon - Sofitel Bellecour
Spoil yourself with this 5-star hotel on the banks of the Rhône west of the finish line. Handy for the airport/trains and hire car pickups.
Stage 18: Thursday, July 24 - Vif to Courcheval Col de la Loze, 171km
We'll add options in here soon.
Stage 19: Friday, July 25 - Albertville to La Plagne, 130km
We'll add options in here soon.
Stage 20: Saturday, July 26 - Nantua to Pontarlier, 185km
For Nantua, you could consider staying in Lyon if you have a car. Try:
Lyon - Aparthotel Privilodges
Hotel with studios and apartments sleeping up to 4 people west of the finish line. Handy for the airport/trains and hire car pickups.
Lyon - Logis Hotel la Cascade
Rooms and pool surrounded by woodland west of Lyon and west of the finish line. Handy for the airport/trains and hire car pickups.
Lyon - Sofitel Bellecour
Spoil yourself with this 5-star hotel on the banks of the Rhône west of the finish line. Handy for the airport/trains and hire car pickups.
Stage 21: Sunday, July 27 - Mantes to Paris, 120km
Hotel de la Porte Dorée, Paris
Super bike-friendly hotel with its own fleet of bikes.
Le Duplex, Paris Montmartre
A two-bedroom apartment sleeping 6 people in Montmartre
Le Studio, Paris Montmartre
Parisian studio that sleeps 4 people near the Moulin Rouge
Paris - Hotel Gavarni, Paris
Friendly eco-hotel just across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower.
Hotel Regina, Paris
Upmarket hotel on the Tour de France route and ideal for viewing along Rue de Rivoli or around Jardin des Tuileries.
Radisson Blu Hotel Champs Elysées, Paris
Luxury option just off the Champs-Elysées; some rooms have views of the Arc de Triomphe.
Buttes Chaumont Adagio Aparthotel, Paris
Hotel with apartments sleeping up to 6 people near the Canal de l'Ourcq.
Charles de Gaulle Terminal - Novotel, Paris
Hotel at Charles de Gaulle airport with luggage room for secure bike parking.
Charles de Gaulle Hilton, Paris
Paris airport hotel close to main terminals and train stations.
Trianon Palace, Versailles
Hotel treat set in the Parc de Versailles.
Hôtel Le Versailles, Versailles
Stay next door to France's most famous royal residence. Read our review.
If you get stuck for TDF accommodation, try also booking sites like booking.com.
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