Published by Lyn on 21 February 2023
Published by Lyn on 21 February 2023
Eco-friendly, cyclist-run hotel that will store bikes/bike boxes for guests for free
273, avenue Daumesnil
75012
Paris
Paris, Île-de-France
Phone: +33 (0)1 43 07 56 97
Email: contact@hoteldelaportedoree.com
Price from: €110. Freewheeling France readers get 10% off website rates by using the code FREEWHEELINGPARIS when you book via the official site.
Open: All year
I've been running Freewheeling France for more than 10 years and, in that time, there has been one email that intermittently pops into my inbox: "I'm arriving into/passing through/leaving from Paris. Where can I safely store my bike/bike box?" Now I have a very good answer: Hotel de La Porte Dorée will store bikes and boxes free of charge for its guests. It is in the 12th arrondissement, near the glorious Bois de Vincennes park and forest, on the Metro line to the Eiffel Tower, and close to Gare de Paris Bercy and Paris Gare de Lyon (for trains from Burgundy/Dijon and Lyon Part Dieu); by bike, you can get here from Gare du Nord or Montparnasse in under half an hour; the EuroVelo 3 route passes nearby. The hotel is owned by Laurent and Christina, a Franco-US team who cycle to work having dropped their three kids off at school en route. It's a certified eco-friendly hotel that's endeavouring to go 100% plastic free. They compost, use vegetable-based paint and all their breakfast products are organic. "We are making a huge effort to reduce our use of resources as much as possible," says Christina. They also have their own small fleet of hotel bikes. There's a large basement storage room for bikes and bike boxes (though they can also be taken to your room if you prefer). There's also a courtyard for daytime storage. If you're starting your trip in Paris before heading off elsewhere, they're happy to store your bike box free of charge until you get back. Free wifi. This is without a doubt top-of-the-list if you need somewhere to stay with your bike in Paris.
**We've stayed here - read our review**
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A warm welcome on the Avenue Verte north-west of Paris
Au Relais de Chaussy is a highly regarded stop perfectly located for cyclists tackling the Avenue Verte London to Paris bike route (the location is excellent as it's near the spot where the route heads in two directions en route to Paris). A warm welcome, tasty home cooking, lovely well-appointed rooms and secure bike store await – all at a great price. This is a really attractive option for anyone who finds themsleves in the area. The B&B is registered as an accueil vélo member via the Parc Naturel Régional du Vexin tourist board. Free wifi. French and English spoken.
** We stayed here – you can read our review here. **
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Friendly family-run B&B south of the Fontainebleau Forest on the EV3
12, rue du 19 mars 1962
Hameau de Corbeva
77570
Bougligny
Seine-et-Marne, Paris/Île-de-France
Price from: €85
Open: All year
Les Ecureuils provides B&B accommodation between the Fontainebleau Forest and Nemours. The lovely fresh rooms and gardens make a nice stopover for anyone cycling to or from Paris. There is free wifi and all rooms are en-suite.
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Spoil yourself near the Fontainebleau forest or the EV3 south of Paris
16 Avenue Blaise de Montesquiou
77780
Bourron-Marlotte
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France
Price from: €175
Open: All year
Located in the village of Bourron-Marlotte, the 17th-century Chateau-Hotel de Bourron is an accueil velo-rated hotel set in the grounds of an ancient fortress and surrounded by 42 hectares of park. It is 7km from Fontainebleau and perfect for exploring the forest. It's also a great stop on the EuroVelo 3 bike route as it heads south out of Paris. The elegant guest rooms at Chateau de Bourron offer views of the surrounding park and feature antique furniture. There are all the extra touches you'd expect – including en suite bathrooms with hairdryers and complimentary toiletries. A continental breakfast is served each morning in the chateau's dining room. For other meals, you can sample French cuisine at Les Prémices, a restaurant located in the chateau’s old stables. Explore the reading room or wander the chateau and its park when you're not on the bike. Free wifi. Bike hire available locally (use our bespoke service).
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Accueil velo hotel positioned nicely for the Fontainebleau forest and EV3
122 Rue de France
77300
Fontainebleau
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France
Price from: €95
Open: All year
Hotel Victoria is an accueil velo-rated hotel with its own fleet of hire bikes for day rides (for longer term rentals or one-way hire on the EuroVelo 3 or around Paris, use our bespoke service). Hotel Victoria is set in a manor house with a tree-lined park, located just 1km from the forest and and 650m from te fabulous Chateau de Fontainebleau (Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte – modelled on Versailles – is 25km away for a longer day ride. You can relax on the shaded terrace or browse the free wifi to plan your routes. The guest rooms are all decorated in a modern style with antique furniture. Meals can be delivered to your room upon prior reservation if you're arriving late.
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Cheap but functional play to stay with your bike north of Paris
Centre commercial Le Grand Val - ZAC Pont aux Rayons
95290
L'Isle-Adam
Val-d'Oise, Île-de-France
Price from: €43
Open: All year
You know what you're getting with ibis Budget: cheap but clean rooms with air-conditioning and the chance to grab a buffet breakfast before your next ride. This one is near the river Oise, north of Paris.
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B&B near the Seine River and Fontainebleau forest south-west of Paris
With a rich history this stone building has been restored to provide a welcoming chambres d'hotes in the centre of Melun. There are lovely church-style gardens for relaxing in, while the river Seine and its bike path are just 1km away. It's also a good location from which to explore the opulent Chateau de Fontainebleau, whose formal gardens and surrounding decidious forest can be accessed just south of Melun. Free wifi. The owners have confirmed they can safely store bikes indoors.
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Parisian studio that sleeps 4 people near the Moulin Rouge
7, cité Véron
75018
Paris
Paris, Ile-de-France
Phone: +33 (0)1 46 06 55 55
Email: info@loft-paris.fr
Price from: €90-€150 per night, depending on number of nights stayed
Open: All year
Live like a local in this studio apartment in the famous Paris suburb of Montmarte. The Studio is a 25 square metre ground floor space with a private entrance that guarantees tranquility and privacy (and bike access). The studio has a fantastic layout with one main room, kitchen and a full bathroom. It has high ceilings and two comfortable sofas bed. It's also got a fully equipped kitchen, making it easier to save money in what is an expensive city. There's a TV, free wifi, a library of magazines, books and CDs as well. It comfortably sleeps 4 people, making this an affordable alternative to a hotel. The bathroom even comes with a hair dryer and towels, robes and complimentary quality bath products. You can book online or contact Francois by email or phone (he speaks English).
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Funky decor awaits in this Parisian hotel near the Eurostar terminal
25Hours Hotel is in a good location by the train station right across from Gare du Nord, where Eurostar come into Paris. Bob and Jim stayed here on their Loire cycle tour - read their report here. "It’s a pretty quirky hotel with lots of unusual decorations," they report. "The staff were tremendous and the breakfast was first class – perhaps it was the best of all breakfasts on the tour." Free wifi. 24-hour reception. Restaurant and bar.
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Grand building and funky decor with a bike friendly attitude
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3-star Paris hotel with secure underground parking
Located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris within cycling distance of all the main attractions, the Campanile Paris La Villette has been recommended to us by a cyclist who praised the hotel's "massive" underground car park, which provided safe and secure bike parking. Official prices start at €79, but we're told there are cheaper deals to be found if you book ahead. Free wifi in all rooms, plus tea and coffee in each room. There is also a restaurant on site.
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Friendly eco-hotel just across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower
I stayed here the last time I was in Paris with my bike. Hotel Gavarni is a friendly, character-filled hotel (the lift stops on half-floors, so I was on floor three-and-a-half(!) It's located a handy ride from Gare Saint-Lazare, where many trains come into from the north of France (I was coming from Normandy). Better still, it’s just across the river from the Eiffel Tower, a short walk from the Trocadéro gardens and an easy walk to the Champs-Élysées; a few blocks away is the vast expanse of the Bois de Boulogne. I was astounded to find this affordable, quality three-star hotel so close to key attractions. Family rooms available; the posher rooms have views of the top of the Eiffel Tower, though my budget room was perfectly functionable and quiet (no city noise coming through the window). Free wifi. The hotel also has a green policy: everything is recycled, it uses renewable energy and eco-friendly detergents. My bike was safely tucked away to the side of the reception area. We've stayed here – read our review.
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A welcoming gem a short walk from the train station in Montparnasse
Hotel Mistral, a boutique hotel, was recommended to us by a cyclist who stayed there. In Montparnasse and just a 5-minute walk to the station, she said it was more expensive than some other hotels but "worth every cent for a treat". She described it as "superb" and said the staff happily stored their bikes and treated them like family. Room are contemporary and have air-conditioning. A buffet breakfast is available.
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Stylish Parisian hotel right on the Tour de France route
The Hotel Regina in Paris is perhaps not the cheapest option for staying in the capital, but it is a highly sought-after location for the final stage of the Tour de France for viewing along Rue de Rivoli or around Jardin des Tuileries. As a result, the hotel is frequently used by cycling tour groups, so staff here are used to welcoming riders. Away from Tour time, it's a great base for exploring the city, its 1st Arrondisement location is within easy reach of all the big-name gardens, shops and museums in Paris. Both continental and buffet breakfasts are available, while the inhouse restaurant serves seasonal cuisine. Free wifi.
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Reliable four-star comfort in the centre of Paris
Right bang in the middle of Paris, the Paris Arc de Triomphe Wagram is a 4-star hotel close to the Avenue des Champs Elysées. Free wifi. Bars and restaurants onsite. Just 43 rooms, so small by chain hotel standards. Tea and coffee making facilities in each room. Management advises that there is secure bike storage available inside the hotel.
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Luxury Paris option metres from the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Elysées
Lavish Paris hotel just metres from the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Elysées and perfectly placed for watching the Tour de France finale. Onsite restaurant serving gourmet French cuisine. Outdoor terrace. 24-hour room service. Free wifi. Portuguese, Polish, French, English and Arabic spoken. Staff can arrange for bikes to be securely locked inside the hotel. Book early for the Tour de France. The official website listed here offers a best-price guarantee for online bookings.
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An eco-focused hotel on the left bank of the Seine
22 rue Boulard
14th arrondissement
75014
Paris
Paris, Ile de France
Price from: €69
Open: All year
When most hotels claim eco credentials it's easy to have suspicions, however you don't need to worry about that here. The Solar Hotel runs many environmental initialives, including offering fully bio breakfasts, free bikes for guests use, solar panels to generate electricity, and recycling of water for the garden. The garden offers a tranquil spot to enjoy your breakfast or catch your breath after exploring the city. The rooms are modern and the welcome warm. Free wifi. French and English spoken.
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Apartment hotel with Eiffel Tower views - bikes welcome too!
14 Rue du Theatre
75015
Paris
Île-de-France
Price from: €149 per studio/apartment - book ahead for the best deals
Open: Year-round
Chill out with views of the Eiffel Tower after pedalling your way around Paris. Management tells us you can keep your bike with you in your room overnight. Free wifi. All apartments have kitchens that include a fridge, microwave, and tea and coffee making facilities. There are more than 300 apartments, so good for groups, with studios for 2 and larger apartments sleeping up to 4 people. Swimming pool and fitness centre. Breakfast available for a surcharge.
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Hotel with apartments sleeping up to 6 people near the Canal de l'Ourcq
3-5 Cours du 7ème art
Buttes-Chaumont-La Villette
75019
Paris
Île-de-France
Price from: €151
Open: All year
Self-catering studios and apartments on a calm road near the Parc des Buttes Chaumont and a few minutes from the Canal de l'Ourcq. It's a modern building with a small inner courtyard just east of Paris Est and Gare du Nord train stations. There are 97 apartments ranging from 2-person studios to 3-room, 6-person apartments, making it an ideal place for groups and families. Typically Parisian district an 8km ride from the Arc de Triomphe and 7km from the Louvre. Management advises that bikes can be stored in apartments or on balconies.
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Hotel rooms and self-catering apartments just outside Paris city centre
6 Boulevard De Neuilly
92400
Courbevoie
Paris, Île-de-France
Price from: €179 for a studio sleeping 3 people
Open: Year-round
An apart-hotel with studio rooms and apartments with kitchenettes just 8km from the Eiffel Tower. The hotel has a large suite that sleeps 6 people; there are three types of suites, with rooms allocated according to numbers, making it an affordable Paris option for groups. Hotel management says there is a secure storage room that can store up to 5 bikes overnight. Hotel has bar and lounge areas. Staff can provide Paris maps and help with bike hire etc. Free wifi throughout hotel.
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The Pyrenees offers some of the best cycling in France. This lovely cyclist-owned house is looking for a new owner – it could be you!
Posted: 3 May 2023
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