The 10 Best Hotels in Reims, France

For an opulent experience, book a room at this luxurious five-star hotel situated in an old château – just several minutes’ walk from the champagne house of Vranken Pommery as well as from the historic Basilique Saint-Rémi. Rooms are decorated with antique furniture, fireplaces and canopy beds. The hotel has a high-end restaurant, a more casual brasserie, as well as a bar located in a sunroom.

This modern, boutique hotel is just a stone’s throw from the famed covered market, Les Halles du Boulingrin, and the city’s train station, making it more than convenient for travellers. Inside, you’ll find chic rooms with quirky – from palm-print wallpaper and comfortable beds. Families will appreciate the four-person room. Outside, there’s a leafy terrace where breakfast is served each morning – plus a spot for to sip champagne after a day of sightseeing.

Despite being a Best Western, the Hôtel de la Paix is a trendy, upscale establishment, just a short walk from Reims Cathedral and the Palace of Tau. Rooms range from stylish doubles up to a spacious suite with its own private terrace overlooking the city. Lap the indoor heated pool before relaxing in the sauna – or relax with a book in the Japanese-inspired courtyard garden.

Modern and cheerfully decorated, this budget-friendly hotel is just 2km (1.2mi) from both the Cathedral and the Palace of Tau. Rooms include queen-sized beds and Nespresso coffee machines, some with optional single beds for families with children. With a 24-hour self-serve café, a bar and a gym, there is plenty on site to keep you entertained. Make use of the hotel’s bike rentals and free local shuttle to explore Reims.

For apartment-style accommodation, look no further than the Residhome Reims Centre, located on the Promenades de Reims, close to the train station and city centre. Inside, there are 76 self-contained studios, each with a kitchen, free wifi and flat-screen TVs. Budget travellers will appreciate a simple place to cook, eat and rest for an extended stay in Reims. Pets are welcome, and there are laundry facilities on site for an extra fee.

Recently renovated, this hotel in the heart of Reims is just five minutes on foot from the Cathedral as well as from the shops and restaurants of Place d’Erlon. Rooms are comfortably furnished, if a little on the snug side, with free high-speed wifi and flat-screen TVs. Grab a quick breakfast at the restaurant – which also serves dinner until 10pm at night, ideal if you’re in town on business and need a bite before bed. You can bring your four-legged friend with you, plus there is secure parking provided if you’re driving.

Located in the city’s former fire station, this unusual hotel certainly sets our world alight. All exposed concrete, metal and glass, at its heart is the old drying tower for the hoses. Rooms are ultra-modern, with mustard accents, and some have a view of the Cathedral just opposite. A traditional brasserie is found in the old fire hall, directly facing the Cathedral’s façade, and there’s also a stylish spa with a swimming pool, sauna and steam room.

At this 19th-century mansion house, the emphasis is very much on French savoir-vivre. Decorated in an Art Deco style, the hotel’s four guest rooms include period features such as high ceilings, parquet flooring and in some cases a fireplace. There is also an elegant dining room where you can enjoy the daily breakfast featuring fresh products from the region, as well as a large garden. The bijou spa in a converted bathroom completes the experience.

This historic townhouse feels more like a family home than a hotel. Beautifully decorated throughout, there are plenty of homely touches, such as old books, gilt-framed oil paintings and pieces of antique furniture. The small lounge exudes cosiness, and there is a roaring log fire in the winter. In better weather, the garden terrace is a perfect spot for a coffee or the continental breakfast. The guesthouse also benefits from a central location.

When Jean-Pierre and Colette Lallement opened their hotel-restaurant in 1986, little did they guess that their son Arnaud would go on to win them three Michelin stars – but that’s exactly what happened. Today, this bourgeois mansion house is also classified as a five-star hotel with 33 luxurious rooms and suites refurbished in a contemporary style. Among the other highlights are the stylish bar and lounge, a heated indoor swimming pool and the flora-and-fauna filled gardens.