The Best Central France Budget Hotels

recommended two star and other cheap hotels throughout Central France


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the rooms and spacious apartments have mountain views at this friendly hotel offering delicious cuisine, wine tasting and direct river access

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tucked away on a central pedestrianized street, a hotel with a long history offers elegant rustic- chic rooms, some with attractive stone feature walls

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a central hotel overlooking the canal, with cosy, individually-styled themed rooms equipped to a high standard of comfort, and a buffet breakfast

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a charming hotel - at the gates of Annecy's old town and a short walk to the lake - offers cosy rooms with smart contemporary colour schemes

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in a central quarter of Lyon, a hotel in an historic Renaissance building offers stylish modern comfort, and features a fun bar, quirkily decorated

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Mesves-sur-Loire

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in a quiet wooded spot near vineyards and just off the N7, this welcoming motel has stylish renovated rooms and an array of thoughtful facilities

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close to Place Bellecoeur, a hotel in a 19th century residence with ornate iron balconies has modern, comfortable rooms and a vaulted dining room

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a country hotel in the Dauphiné area near major routes, has rooms well-equipped for comfort, and a restaurant with a choice of menus and salads

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receive a cordial welcome to this roadside hotel in the countryside, with spacious rooms, several relaxing dining areas and a pétanque court

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near the A14, a modern hotel with a games room offers comfort for a stopover or an Annecy visit - it's just a short drive to the lake and centre

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Lyon centre is accessible by tram from this hotel with smartly-decorated themed rooms, a buffet breakfast and a pleasant terrace for dining

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a charming bijou hotel, just 5 minutes from the Hospices de Beaune, offers an authentic and convivial Gallic stay in a range of comfortable rooms

Fasthotel

Limoges

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this stopover hotel is well-located just north of Limoges, adjacent to the A20, with bright contemporary rooms and a restaurant opposite

Hotel des Bains

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in the historic centre of Aix-les-Bains, near the old thermal baths, a charming hotel, with rooms of period proportions and modern comfort

Abelha Hotel

Brive-la-Gaillarde

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a friendly traditional hotel, near the centre of the attractive historic town of Brive-la-Gaillarde, offers affordable rooms, and a varied breakfast

Hotel du Roy

Aisey-sur-Seine

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a handsome stone-built hotel in an attractive Burgundy village offers charm and comfort, and delicious classic cuisine in the restaurant

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a convivial hotel in central Lyon, near shops and restaurants, welcomes guests to cosy, affordable rooms and stylish communal areas

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in a charming village with 16th century half-timbered houses, a former coaching inn with cosy rooms and fine chef-cooked regional cuisine

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at this bold hotel created by designer Philippe Starck, all the light, funky rooms feature an in-room iMac and there is a vast, dazzling dining space

Hotel du Lion Vert

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French hotel tradition lives on in this small hotel in the centre of Luxeuil-les-Bains; guests praise the warm welcome and good value rooms

Le Comte Rouge

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in a great location for a stay in this Lake Geneva spa town, a friendly hotel with spacious rooms, modern facilities and a copious buffet breakfast

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rooms have a bright, stylish décor, and the breakfast buffet features local products, at this pleasant hotel north of Clermont Ferrand centre

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a comfortable. convenient hotel, ten minutes' drive from Limoges centre, features its plentiful breakfast and tasty Limousin dishes in the restaurant

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in a peaceful Limousin town, a traditional hotel with smart renovated rooms also offers its pleasant restaurant with a regional menu

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for an affordable stay on the Swiss border and near Lake Geneva, a convenient hotel with bright, functional rooms and a buffet breakfast

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located on a small square in medieval St Flour, a hotel with cosy modern rooms features a restaurant-pizzeria on site

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marvel at the spectacular views at this chalet hotel close to the ski slopes of Méribel, from comfortable modern rooms and spacious communal areas

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a modern hotel, in the Rhône-Alpes region near the Swiss border, offers smart and spacious rooms and offers a delicious buffet breakfast

Hotel au Terminus

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in the centre of the town opposite the railway station and near bars and restaurants, a cosy traditional hotel has well-appointed, affordable rooms

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located minutes from the railway and tram stations and the historic centre, a hotel with a handsome period exterior and cosy, contemporary rooms

Hotel du Lion d'Or

Coulanges-sur-Yonne

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on the central square of a charming small town, this quaint hostelry offers simply furnished rooms with comfortable beds, and a friendly bar

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near major routes and le Puy en Velay, a practical modern hotel offers spacious, restful rooms, a copious breakfast and a welcoming restaurant

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for a comfortable stopover within reach of Lyon centre, choose this Ibis economy range hotel located just off the A42 and near places to eat

Le Bon Laboureur

La Charité-sur-Loire

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in a lovely location on an island on the River Loire, a quaint hotel with a convivial ambiance offers cosy rooms and a generous breakfast

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a good value hotel in a convenient location 10 minutes' drive from Limoges centre, with smart contemporary rooms and a choice of restaurants nearby

Le Relax

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this welcoming hotel, offering good food and sound sleep in comfortable beds, is located on the outskirts of Aurillac, convenient for the airport

Chalet du Montal

Dun-les-Places

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in a picturesque riverside setting with simply furnished rooms, fine views from the terrace of the convivial restaurant, and water sports on hand

Hotel de l'Hippodrome

Arnac-Pompadour

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in Arnac-Pompadour, a small town with a magnificent castle and the National Stud Farm, a cosy little hotel with a traditional restaurant

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a friendly, family-run hotel in the attractive Alpine village of Abondance, south of Geneva; all the rooms have a balcony with mountain views

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this quaint hotel is named for the historic railway station nearby; the rooms are simply furnished, but spacious and warm with comfortable beds

Hotel Marinet

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in a small town south of Châtillon-en-Michaille, near the A40, a hotel with contemporary rooms features a much-praised traditional 4 course menu

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pleasantly situated in central Aurillac, overlooking an attractive square and park, this small hotel has stylish rooms and regional cuisine

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enjoy an authentic experience at this quaint hotel near the Limoges-Bénédictins train station, with its own brasserie for traditional cuisine

Hotel Hermance

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centrally located in this small French town on the River Rhône not far from the Swiss border, a friendly hotel with cosy modern rooms

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a budget option for Dijon, with easy access to the centre via tram or a 15-minute walk, a chain hotel with a sociable lounge and snack bar

Hotel du Commerce

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enjoy the cosy, renovated rooms and the traditional restaurant menus at this small hotel close to the historic market place of a pretty medieval town

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a traditional hotel in the historic town of Vézelay offers authentic French hospitality in comfortable rooms and a restaurant offering regional cuisine

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located in the former village cheese-making building, this renovated hotel features its popular restaurant and has new, well-equipped rooms

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convenient for main routes, but also near country walks, ski resorts and medieval Conflans - a pleasant, welcoming hotel with a terrace restaurant

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a hotel located in a peaceful position, near the centre and historic quarters of Auxerre, offers comfortable rooms and a copious breakfast

Alys Hotel

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the rooms at this friendly hotel are comfortable and thoughtfully-equipped, and guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast feast and the relaxing bar

Le Clos des Oliviers

Bourg-St-Andéol

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ideally located for a visit to the Ardèche Gorge, a handsome former coaching inn offers attractive rooms and a plentiful buffet breakfast

Hotel Le Prieuré

Bourg-St-Andéol

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in the heart of an historic Ardèche town, a characterful stone hotel with a vaulted dining room; guest rooms blend modern comfort with period style

Logis Les Provinciales

Arpajon-sur-Cère

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this hotel in a small town in the Auvergne has bright modern rooms, and guests can relax by the pool or in the inviting brasserie restaurant

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an economy hotel, well-located for motorists just off the A41 near Annecy, provides modern rooms, friendly service and a simple breakfast

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this budget chain hotel, located within walking distance of the historic centre and Bénédictins train station, offers a convenient restaurant on site

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a cosy hotel with a relaxing bar and restaurant, at the heart of the world's largest ski area - Les Trois Vallées - close to ski runs and hiking trails

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St-Martin-sous-Vigouroux

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  • 2* rated
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  • small hotel
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a respected family hotel, features a fine buffet breakfast, regional cuisine and comfortable well-appointed rooms

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