Loire Valley
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Where to stay in Loire Valley

Nantes Centre
Visitors often come to Nantes Centre for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Place Royale and Bouffay Square. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Commerce Tram Stop.

Tours City Centre
Tours City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Plumereau and Saint Martin Basilica.

Bourgogne
If you're spending some time in Bourgogne, Loire a Velo Cycle Path and Place de la Loire are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Angers
Downtown Angers is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place du Ralliement and Musée des Beaux-Arts.

Old Town Tours
Old Town Tours is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Saint Martin Basilica.

Centre-Ville
While you're in Centre-Ville, take in top sights like Place du Martroi and jump on the metro at République Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès
Very clean.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Château Belmont Tours by The Crest Collection
We stayed here on our travels to/from UK to Alicante. All I can say is the service & food was amazing. Would definitely recommend this hotel. The grounds are also amazing
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Sure Hotel by Best Western Nantes Beaujoire
The breakfast was really poor. Often there wasn't any bread left. The bacon was black. Looked as if it was several days old. Fruit salad bowl was empty most days and there was very little choice of jam. The orange juice was souer. We had already stayed in several very reasonably priced hotels where ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Appart’hôtel Odalys City - Nantes Cité des congrès
Very clean.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Appart Hotel Odalys City Angers Centre Gare
Clean, comfortable, 24 hour reception, helpful staff, free underground parking (limited number of places), good location.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Seven Urban Suites Nantes Centre
Great location to walk to city center, avoiding the hustle bustle, with a Thai street food and a grocery store a minutes away. Quiet. English speaking staff. Good quality breakfast to fill up before exploring this lovely city.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit

Château de Chambord
Marvel at the majestic design of this medieval castle, explore its grounds in a horse and carriage and venture into the woods.

Château de Chenonceau
The breathtaking beauty of this majestic château is complemented with a collection of fine artwork and beautiful gardens.

Zoo de la Fleche
Meet the animals who call Zoo de la Fleche home during your trip to La Flèche. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Medieval Site of Guedelon
Find out about the history of Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe when you spend time at Medieval Site of Guedelon. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Royal Château of Blois
Learn about the intriguing history of these majestic buildings with a tour of the impressive halls and chambers of varying designs.

Château de Cheverny
Take the kids to this historic castle for boat rides along the canal, strolls through the garden and even an adventure with Tintin.
Things to do

Chenonceau Castle Admission Ticket

Unusual track game on Christmas markets in Tours

Escape game outdoor The Walking Dead in Tours



