Hotels in Carcassonne

The city of Carcassone, in southern France, is awash in natural beauty and medieval charm. With plenty of opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, camping and sightseeing, the area will please your sense of adventure as well as your desire for beautiful scenery, delicious food and rich history. While a daytrip is possible from other areas of southern France, it's best to stay for a night or two in one of the local accommodations to fully experience this magical place.

Hotel de la Cité

Luxurious but not fussy, this charming hotel is within the old city of Carcassone. Its stone walls are accented by stained-glass windows and a beautiful garden. The Hotel de la Cité has a top-rated on-site restaurant and comprehensive meeting facilities. Room amenities include a writing desk and stationery, a safe, a minibar, satellite television, a hairdryer, and 100 percent cotton linens.

Hotel de la Cité
Place Auguste-Pierre Pont
11000 Carcassonne, France
Tel: +33 (0) 4 68 71 98 71
www.hoteldelacite.com

Best Western

Within the walls of the medieval city, this hotel boasts a convenient location for explorers of this historical landmark. An on-site restaurant, Brasserie le Donjon, makes it easy to enjoy the tastes of this celebrated bit of France. With four classes of rooms in the hotel, there is one to meet your accommodation needs. All rooms offer free Wi-Fi, a safe, air conditioning and satellite television. A shady, tranquil garden adds a bit of peace in this vibrant, tourist-driven area.

Best Western le Donjon les Remparts
2 Rue du Comte Roger
Cite Medievale
11000 Carcassonne, France
Phone: +33 (0) 4 68 11 23 00
www.hotel-donjon.fr/en/

Hotel Montmorency

A calm, rustic atmosphere describes the Hotel Montmorency, just opposite the drawbridge to the medieval city. With a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and terrace, this hotel is perfect for relaxing after a busy day exploring. Soundproofed and air-conditioned rooms offer antique furniture, parquet floors, a hairdryer, a safe, LCD televisions, and automatic wake-up service. Pets are welcome.

Hotel Montmorency
9 rue Camille Saint-Saens
11000 Carcassonne, France
Phone: +33 (0) 4 68 11 96 70
www.hotel-montmorency.com/en.html

Article Written By Caro Smith

Caro Smith has written professionally since 1986. She has been published on various websites, specializing in domestic and international travel. She holds a Master of Arts in English education and writes nonfiction history.

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