The 9 best hotels in Nîmes

Want to discover French Rome and its incredible historical heritage? Book your room now in one of the best hotels in Nîmes.

Ideal destination for a cultural stay with family, in love or friends, Nîmes is full of historical monuments that are worth visiting : the Arenas , the best preserved amphitheatre of the Roman world, which hosts shows, concerts and even Roman games, the Maison Carrée, the only ancient temple entirely preserved in the world, or the Tour Magne, Gallo-Roman tower that offers a breathtaking view of the city.

Don’t miss the Jardins de la Fontaine, the favourite Nîmes promenade, or the event that attracts almost a million visitors each year: the Feria de Nîmes. This popular holiday centred on tauromachie takes place twice a year at Pentecost and September.

To make the most of the gems in the city of Nîmes, discover our selection of the best hotels in Nîmes!

The luxurious

1. Margaret – Chouleur Hotel

Want to experience an intimate, authentic experience in a place full of history? Special Hotel classified as Historical Monument ideally located in the center of Nîmes, close to the most beautiful treasures of the Roman Empire, Hotel Chouleur immerses you in a warm atmosphere and out of time.

Enjoy an elegant and voluptuous parenthesis in one of the spacious and bright rooms with neat decoration, pre-launched in its garden or at the edge of its outdoor pool open in season, and in the evening, plunge into the warm decor of the Rouge restaurant for a gourmet trip that makes the part beautiful to the local products.

2. Maison Albar Hotels L’Imperator

Surrounded by several must-see places in the city, including Maison Carrée and Jardin de la Fontaine, Hotel Maison Albar Hotels The Imperator is a real bubble of softness and privacy. Experience moments out of time in one of the rooms that combine refinement and privacy and sign your steps in those of the legendary characters who lived in these places, like explorer and writer Ernest Hemingway or Hollywood actress Ava Gardner.

Contact the crystal clear waters of L’Imperator Codage Spa and offer your body the most delicate care. Enjoy the mild Mediterranean climate by taking time at the edge of the incredible outdoor pool. Experience the cuisine of the gastronomic restaurant of the Hotel: the Duende, which invites you to a culinary journey and out of time.

3. Secret Gardens

This hotel in the evocative name, in the heart of the Old Nîmes, is a former 18th century post relay inherited from the owner's grandmother. By pushing the door of the Secret Gardens, you will discover a magical and soothing place to the timeless charm that invites you to escape and to let go of it, whether in the beautiful rooms with the furniture of the time (and beds with shady beds!) or in the lounges with a refined atmosphere and decorations inspired by the Enlightenment century.

For a sensory experience, go to the Italian cloister that houses the hotel’s spa “Source of Secrets”. You can thus abandon yourself to the expert hands of practitioners for a real relaxation bracket. By finding refuge in the garden in the middle of olive trees, roses, jasmines and bougainvilliers, you will have the pleasant feeling of being cut off from the world! The Hotel Jardins Secrets offers you an idyllic setting where to spend a memorable holiday.

Modern

More like looking for modern accommodation? We have selected for you the best modern hotels in Nîmes!

4. Hotel and Spa Vatel

Combining comfort and design, the Hotel and Spa Vatel is distinguished by its warm welcome and its staff in small care. It offers spacious and welcoming rooms decorated in a contemporary style, a spa with two hammams, a jacuzzi, a large heated indoor pool, a beautiful shaded garden of 300m2 and a large gym overlooking the pool.

At the Brasserie Vatel redesigned "in the way" of the mythical large Parisian breweries, you will discover a tasteful cuisine with sunny colors. This hotel is attached to the Vatel School, an international school for hotel management and tourism. Relax, escape and friendliness will speed up your stay at Hotel and Spa Vatel!

5. Royal Hotel

Located in a former cloister, on the famous square of Assas, the Royal Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in the Roman city. Its spacious and bright rooms decorated in a neo-provençal style and its restaurant La Bodeguita highlighting regional products, will enchant your stay. Don't miss her cocktail bar recognized by Nimoise nightlife, especially for her famous mojito.

A good address to stay close to the main attractions of Nîmes, the hotel is less than three minutes’ walk from Maison Carrée temple and the modern art gallery Carré d’Art. The place where the hotel is located is regularly animated: art shows, exhibitions and evenings in July and August!

The authentic

Nîmes is a true paradise for history lovers! If this is your case, what better than staying in a pretty typical home?

6. Best Western Marquis de la Baume

For a stay full of charm and authenticity, choose this hotel that occupies a 17th century town house. This atypical place will respond to your desires for change and tranquility. Reach yourself in one of the cozy rooms with neat decoration and enjoy a delicious open-air breakfast in the beautiful patio, or in the dining room under the vintage vaults.

At the Best Western Marquis de la Baume hotel, you will experience exceptional moments in a period residence, close to the famous Nimes arenas.

7. Hotel de l’Amphithéâtre

With only 11 rooms, this small charming hotel is a guarantee of privacy for travellers looking for calm and serenity. Just 50 metres from the Arènes de Nîmes, the Hotel de l’Amphithéâtre offers sober and refined rooms where you can relax after several hours of visits to the most Roman of French cities.

Choose a room with views of the Place du Marché with its pretty fountain decorated with a sculpture representing a crocodile. In the evening, sit at one of the restaurants bordering the square to enjoy the animation.

Economics

In the astonishment of the hotels of the city, we have for you economic hotels for stays at small prices!

8. Best Western L’Orangerie

Located 1 km from the historic centre of Nîmes, the Best Western L’Orangerie occupies a 19th-century building with Provençal décor. Set in a park with centenary dish, it offers comfortable rooms with a balcony, a pleasant terrace with a nice swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi.

This oasis of greenery at the gates of the city centre is a good plan for family trips. Near the hotel you will find many restaurants to discover the southern flavours.

9. Hotel des Tuileries

Located a 10-minute walk from the Old Nîmes Museum, this property is a good option if you would like to stay close to the main historical monuments of the city without spending too much to stay. Hotel des Tuileries welcomes you in spacious and beautifully decorated rooms that will allow you to recharge the batteries after a day rich in discoveries.

This establishment is appreciated for its small prices and quality services. The hotel does not have a restaurant but strongly recommends Alizés restaurant 600 metres from the hotel, where you will find inventive and seasonal cuisine.