Accommodation for cycling in the Pyrénées

Luzech - Le Figuier de Pauline

B&B located just 200m from the Lot River at Luzech

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Martres-Tolosane - Le Moulin

Campsite 60km SW of Toulouse in the foothills of the Pyrenees

The tranquil Le Moulin campsite in Martres-Tolosane 60km SW of Toulouse is set in an old Roman villa, the atmospheric 17th century stone buildings and restored watermill providing a unique place to stay. The site is easily accessible from the A64 running between Toulouse and Pau if you're arriving by car, making it an ideal base for cycling while enjoying the secluded and relaxed nature of this park. The pitch options are hedge-lined and generally partially shaded. The heated swimming area includes an aqua-park style slide. A restaurant/bar serves drinks and ice-creams throughout the day and the nearby medieval town of Martres-Tolosane offers sightseeing and dining options. Pitches as well as self-catered cabins.

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Mirepoix - Logis Hotel les Minotiers

Local hotel with a restaurant specialising in local cuisine

Located near the medieval town square in Mirepoix, Logis Hotel les Minotiers is a lovely base for a cycling stay – especially if you are a food lover. The hotel restaurant specialises in local gastronomy and is a regular meeting place for hotel guests and locals alike. Dedicated bike storage. Photo: ©Logis Hôtels

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Moissac - L'Armateur (Canal de Garonne)

Well-appointed hotel with pool between Bordeaux and Toulouse

This hotel has been recommended to us by cyclists who stayed here (there is a dedicated bike shed). L'Armateur is an 18th-century house that's been converted into a modern and stylish hotel. It's in the centre of Moissac, just 50m from the Canal de Garonne bike route. The rooms at the Hotel l'Armateur have views over the garden or the town. Free wifi plus the rooms have kettles for tea and coffee – something of a rarity in French hotels. The common areas in the hotel are air-conditioned and there is a swimming pool in the garden. The restaurant serves traditional and regional cuisine (you can also eat on the terrace).

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

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

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Najac - Le Belle-Rive

Cycle-friendly hotel on the banks of the Aveyron River

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

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Oloron Sainte Marie – B&B Amphitryon

Friendly French B&B on the western Pyrenees

B&B Amphitryon was recommended to us by cyclists who stayed here. It was described as a friendly and welcoming local French experience. It's an ideal base for cycling in the western Pyrenees. The B&B is in an old 18th-century presbytery in Oloron Sainte Marie, 34km SW of Pau. It's on the Saint Jacques de Compostela route and also handy for Tour de France cols, including Col de la Pierre St Martin to the south. There are five nicely decorated rooms. There is a storage area for bikes (room for MTB and road bikes). Check-in is usually between 6pm and 8pm so call ahead if you are early or late.

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Rivière-sur-Tarn - Camping Le Peyrelade (Millau)

Set among the beautiful gorges of the Tarn

Camping Le Peyrelade is a 4-star campsite along the river and under the cliffs of the Grandes Causses Natural Park amid the magnificent Tarn gorges. The long river beach is ideal for swimming, fishing and white water sports. The campsite also boasts a heated pool, a programme of activities for the kids and evening entertainments including singers, musicians and magic shows. Pitches plus canvas bungalows, mobile homes and chalets for rent. Snack bar and restaurant for takeaway pizzas.

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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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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-Antonin-Noble-Val - Camping Les Gorges de l'Aveyron

Campsite for exploring the stunning gorges of the Aveyron

Camping Les Gorges de l'Aveyron is a 3-star campsite in the beautiful town of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val in the Aveyron river gorge region of SW France. There are camping pitches, as well as self-catered canvas bungalows, lodges and mobile homes. Heated outdoor pool and play area. Kids’ club. Perfect base for cycling the relatively empty roads of the Aveyron. Also great for canoeing and kayaking, climbing, mountain biking and paragliding. Wander the narrow streets of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val or stay here en route to exploring the medieval villages of Cordes-sur-Ciel, Bruniquel and Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. Bar, pizzas to take away. Wifi.

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Saint-Jean-du-Bruel - Camping La Dourbie (Millau Viaduct)

In the Dourbie valley between the Larzac plateau and the Cévennes

Camping La Doubie is a 4-star campsite in Saint-Jean-du-Bruel, close to the Millau viaduct in southern Aveyron. It's nestled between the Causse du Larzac and the Cévennes National Park. Camping pitches, mobile homes and chalet rental. Outdoor pool, family activities. Camping La Dourbie takes its name from the river which flows alongside the site. The owners are proud of family atmosphere nurtured here, with the site offering quiet, generous pitches in the semi-shade on the banks of the river. Onsite activities include guided organise walks in the countryside and a range of outdoor activities.

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Soublecause - Hotel l'Adourable Auberge

Friendly family run hotel 40km north of Tarbes

Hôtel l'Adourable Auberge is in the heart of the picturesque Gascon countryside – one of the areas of France often (criminally) overlooked in the rush to get to the High Pyrenees. It's an ideal base for cyclists wanting a rural experience off the beaten track. Part of the Logis group of locally run hotels, this charming inn located on the banks of the Adour River in the small village of Soublecause offers a unique experience, far from the urban hustle and bustle. Hotels rooms, plus self-catered options. Inhouse restaurant serving lovely local cuisine Outdoor pool. Terrace. Great road cycling (including through the vineyards of the Madiran), plus MTB, hiking, fly fishing, and wildlife watching.
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Souillac - Auberge du Puits

Friendly hotel-restaurant on the Dordogne-Lot border

Auberge du Puits was recommended to us by cyclists who stayed there. Located in the centre of the Souillac old town and near the river routes of the Dordogne, it has its own restaurant (ideal for late arrivals who just want to shower, eat and relax!) and a dedicated bicycle storage area. There is a private garden and terrace, while some rooms have a private balcony. It's also close to Souillac railway station, which is on the line to Paris, Cahors and Toulouse. Free wifi. French and English spoken.
See here for a bike route that goes through town.

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Souillac - Camping Les Ondines

Riverside camping on the banks of the Dordogne

Camping Les Ondines is a 3-star campsite just across the Lot border at Souillac-sur-Dordogne, close to the river Dordogne and an ideal base from which to explore the Dordogne and Lot valleys, including the towns of Collonges La Rouge, Rocamadour and Sarlat. Camping pitches as well as self-catered rentals, fixed base canvas tents and mobile homes. Heated outdoor pool + a short walk from a water park. Family friendly with kids' entertainment. Bar/restaurant. Wifi.

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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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Tarn-et-Garonne - Nightingale Cottage

Stone cottage overlooking the countryside in the Tarn-et-Garonne

Nestled among rolling hills and fields of sunflowers, this newly-renovated stone cottage is the perfect base from which to explore the beautiful Tarn et Garonne and Lot regions. It has miles of quiet roads and rolling hills surrounding it, making for beautiful and challenging bike rides. The two-bedroom gite sleeps 4 people.

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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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